COVID-19 cases up slightly in county

Ochiltree County’s active COVID-19 cases have bumped up slightly since mid-week. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 have risen to 23, up from 22 on Tuesday afternoon.

DPS urges drivers to be aware as school year begins in Texas

With the school year beginning in person soon for many districts across the state, the Texas Department of Public Safety is reminding the public of steps they can take to keep students and staff members safe.

CrimeStoppers ‘Fast Cash’

(www.perrytoncs.org) On Aug. 11 2021, the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Department had outstanding warrants on the following people: Felipe Tapia Hernandez, white male. Date of birth, July 10, 1975. Height, 5’4”, weight, 150 pounds. Brown eyes, brown hair. Last known address was Perryton.

SUPPORTING LOCAL HEROES

SUPPORTING LOCAL HEROES—The Boots and Badges Blood Drive, sponsored by Coffee Memorial Blood Center, was held on Aug. 3 at Frank Phillips College, Allen Campus.

Pandemic help for timber harvesters

Texans who make a living cutting or hauling timber, or processing wood by chipping or grinding, are eligible for grants from a fund of up to $200 million provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture under a pandemic assistance program.

Two burglaries reported

A couple of burglaries and dog bites were investigated by police during the week. Natasha Crawford, 814 S. Fordham, reported her residence had been burglarized. The front door was damaged to enter the home. Clothing, antique figurines, various knickknacks and other items were stolen.

Doerries sworn in as members of Texas Silver-Haired Legislature

Jerome and Bobette Doerrie were sworn in as members of the 19 th Texas Silver-Haired Legislature (TSHL) at its orientation session held July 18-22 in Pflugerville.

DONATIONS FOR FALLEN OFFICERS

DONATIONS FOR FALLEN OFFICERS—The Panhandle Peace Officers Association and the Amarillo Elks #923 raised money for two officers killed or injured in the line of duty.