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LEADERSHIP AWARD

LEADERSHIP AWARD

LEADERSHIP AWARD

LEADERSHIP AWARD—Ochiltree County 4-H held its annual awards ceremony at the Ochiltree County Expo Center on Oct. 11.
CHAMBER APPRECIATION

CHAMBER APPRECIATION

CHAMBER APPRECIATION

CHAMBER APPRECIATION—The Perryton-Ochiltree Chamber of Commerce held a luncheon last Saturday at the Ochiltree County Expo Center to show appreciation for all their members, who enjoyed grilledd hamburgers from Blue Line Barbecue. There was also a bounce house set up for kids.

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Data from the United States Department of Justice indicates that partner violence accounted for 20 percent of all violent crime in the U.S. in 2018.
Kendall and Tiffany Harris with children Emmalyn, Madelyn, Jameson and Shaffer

Kendall and Tiffany Harris with children Emmalyn, Madelyn, Jameson and Shaffer

Where are they now?...Kendall Harris

There are families with roots in Perryton who are worth their weight in gold. The Harris’ might be worth double their weight in gold. Keith and Dorla Harris have three of the best children in the world. Keenan and Kendall are ministers and Daurie is a gifted English teacher.

One new county death attributed to COVID-19

A new fatality from the COVID-19 virus has been added to the totals in Ochiltree County, bringing the county’s total to 37 deaths. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, the newest fatality occurred around the date of Oct. 17.

City to construct new gas border station on 24th

The Perryton City Council moved forward with plans to build a new natural gas border station during a short meeting at noon on Wednesday. The council approved building the new station and rerouting a gas line to the new station.

United Way drive nears 60%

The 2022 fund drive of the Ochiltree United Way made more headway last week, and is now at 58% of its $92,000 goal. The drive has so far raised $53,366 in donations. Three new 100% Companies also joined the list: FirstBank Southwest, First National Bank and Covenant Title Company.
RANGERS FALL TO MATADORS Ranger sophomore Julian Cervantes #14 reaches for a pass but is unable to haul it in during the second half against the Matadors. The Rangers fell to Estacado, 31-10. See story for more information. (Photo courtesy of David Erickson)

RANGERS FALL TO MATADORS Ranger sophomore Julian Cervantes #14 reaches for a pass but is unable to haul it in during the second half against the Matadors. The Rangers fell to Estacado, 31-10. See story for more information. (Photo courtesy of David Erickson)

Estacado takes 31-10 win

The Rangers hosted the Lubbock Estacado Matadors Friday night, and the Matadors took home a big 31-10 district win. It was a tale of two halves. The Rangers played well in the first half, making big plays, and knotting the score at intermission at 10-10.