Managing anxiety upon returning to college

As college students prepare to return to school, they’re adjusting to a “new normal.” Dr. Alanna Carrasco Drummond, licensed psychologist with the Student Counseling Center at The University of Texas at Dallas, said it’s important to set new expectations during this time.

Mushrooms can be toxic to your pets

Dog owners often find that having a fenced-in space gives pets an opportunity to run around offleash and enjoy time outdoors and can make it easier for pets to go out on bathroom breaks. Still, pet owners must recognize that inquisitive dogs can get into trouble even in seemingly safe yards.

Did you know?

At least one automotive manufacturer has taken a cue from NASA and offers drivers what they believe to be the ultimate in passenger comfort - zero gravity seats. These seats, available on various Nissan vehicles, are designed to maximize comfort while reducing fatigue.

CrimeStoppers ‘Fast Cash’ (www.perrytoncs.org)

On July 29, 2020, the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Department had outstanding warrants on the following people: Andrea Boyer, white female. Date of birth, Jan. 21, 1991. Height, 5’2”, weight, 102 pounds. Hazel eyes brown hair. Last known address was Spearman.

Take us back...JoAnn McCoy

There are people in every community who secretly make that location a better place to live. JoAnn McCoy is one of those people. She works tirelessly behind the scenes to improve the lives of those the most in need in Perryton. She never asked for recognition.

Coffee Talk

Hawaii is the only US state that grows coffee.

Official Texas state critters

Texas has numerous official state animals. The official state bird is, of course, the mockingbird. The official large mammal is the Texas longhorn, and the official small animal is the nine-banded armadillo. The official flying mammal is the Mexican freetailed bat.

Water to Wine

It takes over 870 gallons of water to produce a single gallon of wine.

Hay bale fire, missing license plates reported

Missing license plates and a small fire were the main incidents investigated by police during the past week. Roy McCartney reported a hay bale on fire at his lot in the 600 block of SE First. He saw two juveniles at the site before they ran off.

KIWANIS DONATIONS DISTRIBUTED

The Perryton Kiwanis Club distributed its first and second donations from their fundraising activities to local non-profit groups last week. Each received $200.