HILL NAMED TO ALL STATE CHOIR

Perryton High School choir student Tiana Hill was named to the Texas All State Small School Choir last Saturday at Midland Legacy High School in Midland. Hill, a sophomore and alto, placed third chair out of 24 altos following the singing and sight-reading rounds of the competition.

Next weekend’s stock show to spotlight over 150 animals

The 84th annual Ochiltree County Junior Livestock Show and Sale is slated for next weekend, Jan. 21-22, with preliminary activities beginning at mid-week. The Perryton High School FFA and the Ochiltree County 4- H members will be showing 152 animals.

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.

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.