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Local Elected Officials

News Staff
Saturday, August 28, 2021
Ochiltree County: County Judge: Charles Kelly County Clerk: Cassi Laxton County Treasurer: Britney Meraz County Sheriff: Terry Bouchard County Attorney: Joe Meraz Justice of the Peace: Justice of the Peace: Bucky Goldsberry Tax Assessor-Collector: Linda Womble Constable: Dwain Read Pct.

New Texas law could save thousands of lives

News Staff
Saturday, August 28, 2021
A new Texas law that will make it easier for businesses and organizations to have Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) will take effect on Thursday, Sept. 1, and could save thousands of lives. The law was passed with unanimous, bi-partisan support.
SHOWCASING EGG-CELLENCE

SHOWCASING EGG-CELLENCE

SHOWCASING EGG-CELLENCE

News Staff
Saturday, August 28, 2021
The 2021 Ochiltree Poultry Show was held on Tuesday evening at the Ochiltree County Expo Center as members of Ochiltree County 4-H brought in poultry to exhibit. PHS senior Austin Merrick brought in several birds for the show, including this Golden Neck d’Uccle, named Dave.

July weather was hot, but did receive quite a bit of moisture

News Staff
Saturday, August 28, 2021
The weather in July was hot, as expected, but the month did also see a large amount of moisture, according to official weather records from KEYE Radio. A total of 3.28 inches of rain fell during July, coming on nine days. They included July 1, .82 of an inch; July 2, 1.57 inches; July 4, .

Active COVID-19 cases are holding steady in county

News Staff
Saturday, August 28, 2021
The number of active COVID-19 cases in Ochiltree County is unchanged from the middle of the week. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 remains at 28, unchanged from Tuesday afternoon.
OPENING WITH A WIN Abraham Hernandez (#12, senior) dodged a Dalhart defender as the Perryton Rangers downed the Dalhart Golden Wolves in their season opener Friday in Dalhart. The Rangers notched a win, 27 to 6. They hit the road again next Friday to face the Childress Bobcats. Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m. See story for more information. (Photo by David Erickson)

OPENING WITH A WIN Abraham Hernandez (#12, senior) dodged a Dalhart defender as the Perryton Rangers downed the Dalhart Golden Wolves in their season opener Friday in Dalhart. The Rangers notched a win, 27 to 6. They hit the road again next Friday to face the Childress Bobcats. Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m. See story for more information. (Photo by David Erickson)

Rangers blast Dalhart, 27-6

News Staff
Saturday, August 28, 2021
The Perryton Rangers, powered by a strong first half, took a 27-6 win over Dalhart Friday night in Dalhart. The Rangers dominated the first half, forcing three Dalhart turnovers, all in the first quarter.

Taya Kyle event cancelled

News Staff
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
The OGH Healthcare Foundation has announced the cancelation of their October 2021 event featuring Taya Kyle, wife of American sniper and Navy SEAL Chris Kyle.

American Legion to hold monthly meeting

News Staff
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
The American Legion Post 254 will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Sept. 6, at the Senior Citizen Center. A meal will be served at 6 p.m., and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m. All veterans are welcome to attend.
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