Texas sorghum has good prices, but crops need rain to have good year

Sorghum acres are expected to be up this year as prices and increased export demand have made the crop a hot commodity, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert.

Active COVID-19 cases unchanged

The number of active COVID-19 cases in Ochiltree County were holding steady late last week. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 stand at 19, unchanged from Tuesday afternoon.

Snack Pak 4 Kids to meet May 3

Snack Pak 4 Kids will meet Monday, May 3, at 7 p.m. at the Williams Cafeteria to pack snack bags. Masks are optional, and hand sanitizer will be provided. Donations can be sent to P.O. Box 340, Perryton, TX 79070.

Rifle and Pistol Club sets monthly meeting

The Perryton Rifle and Pistol Club will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, May 6, at 7 p.m. at the indoor range south of the Ochiltree County Expo Building. The club will be discussing new and ongoing projects. All are welcome — new memberships and renewals will be available.

Rifle Club to hold Steel Challenge Match

The Perryton Rifle and Pistol Club will hold its monthly Steel Challenge Match on Sunday, May 2, at 1 p.m. at the Chuck Waller Range at Lake Fryer. Competitors will shoot two courses.

City to hold lifeguard classes

The City of Perryton will offer lifeguard classes on May 5-9 and May 12-16 at 5 p.m., each day at the Perryton Activity Center. Assistance will be available for anyone needing help with any water skills prior to the class. Call City Hall at 435-4014 for more information.

Blood drive set at FPC

Coffee Memorial Blood Center will hold a blood drive on Tuesday, May 4, from 2-6 p.m. at Frank Phillips College, Allen Campus. Photo identification and masks will be required. Donors must be at least 17 years old, but donors who are 16 may donate with a signed parental consent form.

Crisis center golf tourney set

Panhandle Crisis Center’s 24th Annual Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, May 1, at 9 a.m. Entry fees for the Two-Player Scramble are $50 per player and include green fees, range balls, mulligans, beverages during play, and lunch. Contact the Perryton Golf Club Pro Shop at 435-5381 to register.