Active COVID-19 cases back up

The number of active COVID-19 cases in Ochiltree County has risen since last week. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 have risen to 28, up from 20 last Thursday afternoon.

Child Find underway

The Perryton ISD is looking for children ages 3-21 years who may be slow in developing communication skills, social interactions, walking skills and or have major physical disabilities.

Special ed records to be destroyed

Perryton Special Education SSA is giving notice to destroy the special education records of students with disabilities (including speech) who graduated or were dismissed from special education in May 2013 and May 2014.

Blood drive set at FPC

Coffee Memorial Blood Center will hold a community blood drive on Tuesday, Sept. 7, from 3-6 p.m. at Frank Phillips College, Allen Campus. Photo identification will be required. Donors must be at least 17 years old, but donors who are 16 may donate with a signed parental consent form.

Jennie June Club sets book sale

The Jennie June Club will hold a book sale at the Perry Memorial Library beginning on Monday, Aug. 16, at noon. Paperbacks will be sold for 50 cents and hardbacks for one dollar.

4-H Recruitment Night set for Aug. 24

Ochiltree County 4-H Recruitment Night has been scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 24, from 5-7 p.m. at the Expo Center. Anyone interested in joining 4-H or seeing the programs offered are welcome to attend.

Crisis center store accepting donations

The Panhandle Crisis Center Resale Store will begin accepting donations on Monday, Aug. 9. They will not accept more than five bags or boxes at a time. Donation drop off times are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Farmers Market open

The Ochiltree County Farmers Market is now open in the parking lot at Perryton National Bank. If you would like to be a participant in this year’s market, please contact Rene Schwalk at 806-202-0049. The market is open to any handmade, homemade, or home grown items.

PHS Class of 1971 sets reunion

The Perryton High School Class of 1971 will hold its 50th reunion Sept. 17-19 in Fort Worth. Contact Cindy Byerley Snell at cbsmrs@sbcglobal.net for registration information. Local classmates can contact Diane Thorpe.