Pre-K Breakfast Menu

Monday, Jan. 10: Cereal, toast, fruit, white milk. Tuesday, Jan. 11: Cheese omelet, toast, fruit, white milk. Wednesday, Jan. 12: Breakfast sandwich, fruit, white milk. Thursday, Jan. 13: Breakfast pizza, fruit, white milk. Friday, Jan. 14: French toast, sausage, fruit, white milk.

AgriLife Extension Master Marketer program scheduled

A Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Master Marketer program returns to Amarillo in 2022 with in-person and virtual attendance options. The program will be from Jan. 25-March 10 at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at 6500 Amarillo Blvd. W.

Did you know?

They might not garner as much attention as apples, oranges or bananas, but pears pack a nutritional punch that puts them on par with other popular fruits.

Teaching an old dog new tricks: Adopting senior dogs

The day a family adopts a new dog is exciting for everyone, as dogs get a second chance at a happy life and owners find a new best friend. For older dogs, especially, being adopted into a comfortable home can make a world of difference for their health and happiness.

Local Briefs

Snack Pak 4 Kids to meet Jan. 17 Snack Pak 4 Kids will meet Monday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m. at the Williams Cafeteria to pack snack bags. Masks are optional, and hand sanitizer will be provided. Donations can be sent to P.O. Box 340, Perryton, TX 79070.

United Way drive goes over the top

The Ochiltree United Way’s 2022 campaign had very good news last week, the drive has not only met its goal, but exceeded it by almost $17,000. The drive has raised $108,868, which is 118% of its $92,000 goal.

FREEZING TEMPS MEAN REPLACEMENT RECESS

Students at Perryton Independent School District haven’t been able to go outside for recess late this week, due to the extremely frigid weather in Ochiltree County. So school staff have had to come up with replacement activities to make sure kids still get a break during the school day.