October 28, 2020 Issue, Page 4 of 12

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October 28, 2020 Jaicee was born March 19, 2006 in Elk City, Okla- homa. She is the daughter of Chris and Jill Drinnon. She has two younger brothers Vincent and Hayze Drinnon. Jaicee is currently a s Freshmen at Canute Public Schools. She enjoys playing basketball. She also likes spending time with family Jaicee Drinnon and friends. Sayre had students and staff that dressed up in Orange for Unity Day. Unity Day is to stand together against Beckham County bullying and unite for acceptance and inclusion of others. students awarded OSU scholarships By Maggie Martens of our college and outstand- STILLWATER, Oklahoma ing students.” — Multiple Beckham County The 2020-2021 scholar- students were recently ship recipients and home- honored by the Oklahoma towns are: State University Ferguson Ashley Ault College of Agriculture with an academic scholarship for the Animal Science 2020-2021 academic year. Elk City, Oklahoma ‘The scholarships are part Ferguson College of Agri- of the more than $1.8 million culture Scholarship that students will receive Destaney Edwards from the college and its aca- Animal Science demic departments. Students Sweetwater, Oklahoma from all majors are consid- Ferguson College of Agri- ered for university scholar- culture Scholarship ships, which can be combined ‘The Ferguson College of with college and departmen- tal opportunities. Agriculture believes in the value “We are fortunate to have of hands-on education and the many high achieving students importance of having a well- in the Ferguson College of rounded student experience. Agriculture,” said Cynda ‘The college's award-winning Clary, Ferguson College of faculty members are dedicated Agriculture associate dean to developing students and are of academic programs. “It is passionate about adding value to an honor and a privilege to the total educational experience. award scholarships to help With 16 majors, a variety of Mrs. Lockler’s students fund their college experience. a> Merritt student Crosslynn is showing at Elk City Elemntary show ‘These scholarships would study options and more than 60 off her orange nails for World Unity Day. off their masterpieces made not be possible without the student organizations, the college Photo by Merritt Schools. during Wacky Wednesday generosity of our alumni and is committed to expanding minds rotations. Photo by Elk City friends, and we truly appreci- and inspiring purpose. Learn 1 Elementary School. ate their continued support more at agriculture.okstate.edu. Breast Cancer Facts 64% of breast cancer cases are diagnosed at a localized stage (there is no sign that the cancer has spread outside of the breast), for which the 5-year survival rate is 99%. Although rare, men get breast cancer too. In 2020, an estimated 2,620 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year in the U.S. and approximately 520 will die. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancers. It is estimated that in 2020, approximately 30% of all new women cancer diagnoses will be breast cancer. Erick High School will game, cotton candy and a quilt booth. host the annual Fall Carnival raffle. The Freshmen class Candidates for the Fall on Friday, October 30th, will have a roping dummy, Carnival King and Queen are: from 6:00-9:00 pm at the old the silent auction, and a raffle gym. The kids are welcome fora 1/4 beef. Sophomores Freshmen-Kiah Lawrence and to wear their costumes that will have the concession, the Braden Anderson, Sopho- night. Classes will have lots chicken plop, and a bouncy mores-Nevaeh Deliz and of fun games and good food. house. Juniors will have Dylan Kleckner, Juniors-Maci ‘The 7th grade will have the Bingo, basketball, and the football throw, balloon pop baseball throw. The Seniors Herzberg and Isaac Aguillon, and a putting challenge. ‘The will have the always popular and Seniors-Lexi Elizondo and 8th grade has a corn hole cake walk and the fishing Brandon Stanford. Shelter Spotlight Elk City Animal Shelter 1022 S. Main * 58¢ Hi friends! | am a male terrier mix approximately 6-7 months old lam on the hunt for my new family! Will you cor ider giving me a loving home? If am not the pet for you, please consider one of my friends! QuaLiry® LLC P__Sponsoredby | Don't Pay More to Cover Your Floor DJs Rentals 1503 West Third « Elk City, OK 73644 580-243-1112 ¢ FED. IDENT. #731388647 WMS. Main St, Elk City 580-225-1400