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News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Leadership Perryton sign up underway Leadership Perryton XIX is taking applications for the nine month leadership series. It will begin with an orientation on Wednesday, Aug. 26, with a two-day session to follow Sept. 18-19.
SHOOT THE MOON

SHOOT THE MOON

SHOOT THE MOON

News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Over 60 entrants signed on to compete in the Loaded Chamber shooting clays competition last Saturday at the Chuck Waller Range across from Wolf Creek Park. Pictured taking aim during the first round are, from left, Kenner Montgomery, Wil Escalante, Eric Dunning, and Rick Logan.

22nd Wheatheart Rodeo planned for Aug. 14-15

News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
The Perryton Rodeo Association will host the 22nd Annual Wheatheart Rodeo on Friday, Aug. 14, and Saturday, Aug. 15. Each performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Ochiltree County Arena. Mutton bustin’ will be at 7 p.m. for children under seven years of age and under 50 pounds.

School board previews 2020-21 revenue projections

News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
The Perryton School Board heard revenue projections for the 2020-21 school year at a special meeting Tuesday evening. Chief Financial Officer Doug Kile went over the revenue with the board. He said the proposed budget will be down around $1 million from the current budget, to $21.5 million.
CLASSROOM DECOR

CLASSROOM DECOR

CLASSROOM DECOR

News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Perryton Independent School District employees are working hard to get their classes ready for new students before school starts for the new year.

Information needed on stolen vehicles

News Staff
Friday, July 31, 2020
Perryton-Ochiltree County Crime Stoppers needs information this week to solve the theft of two vehicles. On July 21, officers were dispatched to the 800 block of SE Loop 143 about stolen vehicles.

Some teaching expenses may be tax deductible

News Staff
Friday, July 31, 2020
School may look a little different this year, but eligible teachers and other educators can still deduct certain unreimbursed expenses on their tax return next year. The taxpayer must be a kindergarten through grade 12 teacher, instructor, counselor, principal or aide.

Read Some Books

News Staff
Friday, July 31, 2020
The Scoville Memorial Library in Salisbury, Connecticut is the oldest public library in America. It was founded in 1771 using contributions from the community to purchase 200 books in London. Patrons could borrow and return books on the third Monday of every third month.
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