Rain shower brings scant moisture to county on Thursday

A surprise shower Thursday evening brought some rain to Perryton and parts of Ochiltree County, while leaving others high and dry. KEYE Radio’s official rainfall total was .22 of an inch.

Texas prepaid tuition program newborn enrollment deadline is approaching

Texas families have through July 31 to enroll their newborns at 2021-22 prices in the Texas Tuition Promise Fund ® , the state’s prepaid college tuition program. Newborns are children younger than 1 year of age at the time of enrollment (residency restrictions apply).

Vacations are healthy for older Americans

Men and women may have more free time after 50 than they had in previous decades. As children grow more independent and even leave the house, parents look to various activities, including travel, to fill their free time.

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The New Orleans Musicians Clinic reports that listening to jazz music can expand blood vessels by up to 30 percent. Widening of blood vessels increases blood flow and lowers blood pressure.

CrimeStoppers ‘Fast Cash’

On July 20, 2022, the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Department had outstanding warrants on the following people: Ethan Collier, white male. No other personal information was available. Last known address was Perryton. Thee are two misdemeanor warrants for Collier for issuance of bad checks.

American Red Cross offers tips for managing extreme summer heat

Triple-digit temperatures are forecast throughout the week for northern Texas, according to the National Weather Service. To help keep everyone safe during this latest heatwave, the American Red Cross is urging people to use caution and follow its heat safety tips.

Several tools stolen in trailer burglary

A burglary and a theft case were investigated by police during the week. A trailer belonging to Roger Bilson, parked behind 206 S. Main was burglarized. Stolen were a DeWalt drill, Paslode finish nailer, Makita radio, a Porter Cable circular saw, and a DeWalt palm sander. Total value is $625.

Nominations open for FSA county committee election

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) encourages all farmers, ranchers, and FSA program participants to take part in the Ochiltree County Committee election nomination process.

Working smoke detectors key to fire safety

The Electrical Safety Foundation International reports that home electrical fires account for an estimated 51,000 fires each year. Those fires exact a significant human and financial toll, causing roughly 500 deaths and more than 1,400 injuries while leading to $1.3 billion in property damage.

TxDOT urging drivers to look out for pedestrians

As Texans enjoy summer activities outdoors, the Texas Department of Transportation’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart” campaign urges drivers and pedestrians to watch out for each other as pedestrian deaths continue to rise.