News

Active COVID cases rise

Active COVID-19 cases in Perryton are continuing to rise. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 have risen to 19, up from 15 on Tuesday afternoon.

Mini cheer camp planned

Perryton Junior High cheerleaders will hold a mini cheer camp for ages 4 through fifth grade Aug. 3-6, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. each day in PJH Raider Gym. Registration will be Aug. 3 from 9-10 a.m. Cost is $40 per participant.

Rifle and Pistol Club sets monthly meeting

The Perryton Rifle and Pistol Club will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 5, at 7 p.m. at the indoor range south of the Expo Center. The club will be discussing new and ongoing projects. All are welcome — new memberships and renewals will be available.

Summer Youth Musical to perform “Annie”

The Summer Youth Musical’s performance of the Broadway classic “Annie” has been rescheduled for Friday through Sunday, Aug. 13-15 at the Perryton Junior High School auditorium. The production will begin at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and at 3 p.m. on Sunday.

NEPTFCU holding school supply drive

The Northeast Panhandle Teacher Federal Credit Union, 211 S. Amherst, is accepting donations for basic school essentials to contribute to students and teachers purchasing supplies this year. Donations will be accepted though Aug. 3, then will be distributed to Perryton schools.

PAC sign up for fall sports underway

The Perryton Activity Center is currently signing up youth for football, volleyball and soccer. Youth football begins Sept. 4. Divisions are flag football, grades 1-2 (no pads); junior football, grades 3-4; and senior football, grades 5-6. Cost is $35 for PAC members and $65 for nonmembers.