NEW OFFICERS SWORN

NEW OFFICERS SWORN IN—The Perryton Police Department swore in two new police officers lastThursday morning at City Hall.

TxDOT is conducting region travel survey

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is conducting travel surveys in our region. These surveys provide information about local travel patterns. Results of the survey will assist TxDOT and their partners when making decisions about transportation projects.

Minimize cyber footprints, protect personal information online

The Internal Revenue Service is urging people to stay resolute against ongoing scams and schemes by properly securing computers, tablets and phones. Solid cybersecurity protection and scam recognition is vital to reduce the threat of identity theft inside and outside the tax system.

Counterfeit bill reported

An attempted burglary and counterfeit money were reported during the week. An attempted break-in was reported at 10 N. Colgate. Entry was not gained, but damage was done to the front door and locks. A counterfeit $100 bill was passed at Walls, 1001 S. Ash.

De Santiago, Feger tapped as March Students of Month

Perryton High School seniors Hope De Santiago and Cuyler Feger were selected as the Rotary Club’s Students of the month for March. They, along with their parents, were guests of the club at its meeting March 10.

Local Briefs

Elks to hold annual golf tourney The 17th Annual Elks Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, May 14, at the Perryton Municipal Golf Course. All proceeds from the tournament will go towards scholarships for area high school seniors.

AgriLife Research-Amarillo has new scientists on staff

Texas A&M AgriLife Research at Amarillo has recently filled several faculty and senior scientist positions to round out a holistic research portfolio in sustainable agriculture in the High Plains.

County commissioners discuss vacation cap

The Ochiltree County Commissioners’ Court met on Monday morning at the Ochiltree County Courthouse. Among other items on the agenda, the commissioners discussed raising the cap on vacation days for two employees in the Sheriff’s Department.