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Rotary sets annual cherry pie contest

The Perryton Rotary Club will host the annual Cherry Pie Contest and Sale on Saturday, Feb. 27. The event, which is the club’s largest fundraiser, is an open competition to find the best cherry pie bakers in town.

County’s active COVID-19 cases tick up slightly

After weeks of declines, Ochiltree County’s active COVID-19 cases have risen slightly. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 stand at 46, up from 42 cases last Tuesday afternoon.

Information needed on stolen television, Playstation 4

Perryton-Ochiltree County Crime Stoppers needs information this week to solve a couple recent burglaries. On Jan. 17, it was reported that a Samsung 75-inch flat screen television had been stolen from a residence in the 1500 block of South Indiana. The theft happened between 4 p.m.

Where are they now?...Ron Snyder III

Perryton has long been a hotbed for agricultural leadership and education. The FFA program has been under the direction of legends such as Jack Dyer, James Born and JoBonney Le-Compte for years.

Local Briefs

Snack Pak 4 Kids set Feb. 1 Snack Pak 4 Kids will meet Monday, Feb. 1, at 7 p.m. at the Williams Cafeteria to pack snack bags. Masks will be required, and hand sanitizer will be provided. Donations can be sent to P.O. Box 340, Perryton, TX 79070. Blood drive planned Feb.
John Ellzey

John Ellzey

Take us back...John Ellzey, Part 2

When we left our last visit, John Ellzey had just commented about teaching his cousins how to rein and ride horses before they began the daily work. While the citydwelling cousins thought the riding was fun, it was nothing but work for the Ellzey brothers.

United Way drive is now at 99% of goal

With the latest contributions, the Ochiltree United Way 2021 fund drive is now a little less than $1,000 shy of its $90,000 goal. So far, the drive has now raised $89,171, which is 99% of the goal. The professional division, with a $26,000 goal has raised $25,303 or 98%.

County’s active COVID-19 cases remain unchanged

Ochiltree County’s active COVID-19 cases held steady after several weeks of declines. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 remained at 43.
QUARTER HORSE ART WINNERS

QUARTER HORSE ART WINNERS

QUARTER HORSE ART WINNERS

Perryton High School art students competed in a virtual art competition hosted by the American Quarter Horse Museum in Amarillo, with three PHS students taking home prizes.