PHS Cheer Squad wins several awards

The Perryton High School Cheer Squad brought home several awards from camp earlier this month. The cheer squad, along with coaches Jennifer Feger and Carrie Grimes attended the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) Camp July 13-16 at the University of Oklahoma in Norman.

Active COVID-19 cases surge to 15

The feared resurgence of COVID-19 cases has arrived in Ochiltree County. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 has rocketed to 15, up from two last Thursday afternoon.

Texas A&M veterinarian says trouble walking often signals mobility problems in dogs

A dog’s mobility may be compromised because of age, injury, or birth defect, and animals suffering from these conditions may experience serious pain. As such, pet owners should know how to recognize when their canine companion is lacking a certain spring in their step. Dr .

Blasingame to lead Interstate Bank

Interstate Bank is has announced the promotion of both Mark Marrs and Mike Blasingame to market president.

TRUE COLORS

Students attending last week’s Kids College at Frank Phillips College, Allen Campus, participated in a class where they got to make tie-dyed creations. Kids in the 4-6 years age group were very enthusiastic about showing off what they’d made.

What to know about higher education tax credits

As a new school year approaches, students are considering what classes they need to take and how much the classes will cost. Whether it’s community college, a trade school, a four-year university or an advanced degree, higher education is expensive.

Where are they now?...Lawrence Ragan

Perryton has a history of helping produce great people. No matter the generation, greatness continues. It is often more diffi cult to get the older generations to agree to share their story.

Suggestions offered for rehabilitating abused pets

Rescued animals often come from difficult backgrounds of abuse, neglect, or both, and as a result sometimes exhibit erratic behaviors in their new homes. These behaviors can come as a surprise to pet owners and can leave the animal’s adopted family feeling illequipped and unprepared. Dr.