July 18, 2020 Issue, Page 8 of 8

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Page 8 The Elk City News, Elk City, Oklahoma Saturday, July 18, 2020 Christmas in July at Foss Lake Donna Gilpatrick won first place and received “The Leanna Thomas took second place and received Sam Kreger placed third and received “The Little Captain” award with her Patriotic Wakesetter. Photo “The First Mate” award for her luau decorated boat. Guppy” award for his Christmas in July decorated by Cyndy Kreger. Photo by Cyndy Kreger. boat. Photo by Cyndy Kreger. "| The lighted boat parade ce | at Foss Lake Christmas in ~ July was a much anticipated showing of patriotism and lights. The festival was held July 10-11. Each winner received a Commemorative Yeti cup and assorted prizes. More pictures can be - found on the Foss Lake Christmas in July Facebook page and the Foss Lake Christmas in July Light Pa- rade. World War Il veteran David Gathright, 98, right, pictured with daughter Sue Huddleston, was recognized at the opening ceremony at Christmas in July. Navy Quartermaster Gathright was on the USS Landsdowne ship that took the Japanese officials out to the USS Missouri to sign the peace treaty. Col. Tom lvester, left, addressed the group, commenting on how Americans could not enjoy the freedom we have in this country if it were not for those who have served before us, Staff photos by Neva Pyatt. Christmas in July included a King and Queen contest. Angel Vega, 7, of Dill City and Angel Underwood, 10, of in hip 7 2028 korg wd Gueen honors. Photo by Jim attendfecal on Hodhett have a business in Beckham County? Then YOU Cade Davis talks to campers Tuesday during a break from drills at his annual basketball camp at the Pioneer Center in Elk City. Davis is an Elk City High School graduate who played at the University of Oklahoma before starting his pro career overseas. The camp lasted through Thursday. Staff photo by Don Munsch. | ee q x i (indurance Federal Credit Union <e www.endurance: cu.org 105 Regional Drive Elk City - 225-2690 Insured by NCUA Stop’ by one/of/our|branches| or, visit our website tojbecome/a member, and take’ advantage of/higher dividends and|lowerjloan,rates! } Adriel Estrada, 10 months, enjoys his first visit to the Splash 2 Pad, located at Ackley Park West in Elk City on Sunday. He was Do you havea photo to share? accompanied by his mom and Nonnie B. Photo submitted by Jessica Britt. Email us at [email protected]!