Very few offenses reported

It was a light week for crime, with very few offenses reported the past week. Tamara Brown, 309 SE 15th, reported the windshield of her vehicle had been broken out. Police also investigated a report of a counterfeit $100 bill.

Silver-Haired Legislature meets

The Texas Silver-Haired Legislature (TSHL) conducted its second of three sessions for the 2021-2023 biennium recently at the Courtyard Marriott in Pflugerville. Jerome and Bobette Doerrie of Booker represent the 26 counties of the Panhandle and the Amarillo Area Agency on Aging.

Local Briefs

Snack Pak 4 Kids to meet Nov. 8 Snack Pak 4 Kids will meet Monday, Nov. 8, 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.

Did you know?

The end of the year is often a popular time to volunteer, as the spirit of giving that’s synonymous with the holiday season compels millions of people to make an effort to support local charities and nonprofit organizations.

KIDS COLORING CAREFULLY

Students in Alice Milton’s two-year-old class at Ranger Roundup Learning Center got to spend part of their afternoon creating works of transcendent art — or at least having fun applying colors very enthusiastically to some cartoon pictures.

Active COVID-19 cases in county tumble

Active COVID-19 cases in Ochiltree County have dropped significantly since last week. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 have dropped to 45, down from 55 on Thursday afternoon.

Rangers to face Borger on Friday

The Rangers will host Borger in their last district game of the season this Friday night, beginning at 7 p.m. The Bulldogs come into the game with a 2-6 overall record, 1-2 in district. The Rangers are 2-7 overall and 1-2 in district. Levelland and Seminole will also face off on Friday.

Information needed on hit gas meter

Perryton-Ochiltree County Crime Stoppers needs information this week to solve a case of damage to a gas meter. On Oct. 22, it was reported to the police department that a gas meter was struck and damaged in the 300 block of North Jefferson.

Finding the purr-fect Halloween costume for your pet

With spooky season upon us, many pet owners have been hunting for their furry friend’s perfect Halloween costume. But finding a costume that is both festive and safe can be a challenge. Dr.