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8 JAil log co. BeckhAM June 26, 2021 C o m m u n i t y JAil log Free range water therapy offered at the pool this summer BeckhAM co. The Elk City public pool lo- cated in Ackley Park is offer- JAil log ing “free range” water therapy from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Annual Fishing every Tuesday and Friday eve- ning. The free range therapy offers options to either join in a low Derby held at impact water exercise class or the ability to do your own rou- tine of excercise such as swim- Ackley Park ming laps and other routines that you may prefer. No children will be allowed in the pool from 6:00 p.m. - The 7th Annual Fishing Derby, hosted by KECO 96.5, is being problems, over weight, want from retailers. pool with no assistance to be 6:30 p.m. Begining at 5:30 held this weekend in Ackley Park. Open to ages 15 and under. there will be a roped off lane to to develop better free range Cost is $3.50 admission. able to particpate in the water allow participants a chance to of motion and gentle core There are portable steps on the therapy sessions. There will be specially marked fish that can award prizes up begin the program. strength. Please bring your elk ciTy west side of the pool for easier If you have a question or to $100 in cash. The class will benefit all, elk ciTy JAil log own floatation noodle. Noo- entrance. Participants must be need more information please JAil log The derby is set to begin at 8 a.m. and end at noon. mostly those with , back-hip dles can be purchased locally able to get in and out of the text Pauline at 580-370-1828. SWOSU Announces Flex-Chem Field at Milam Stadium BeckhAM co. BeckhAM co. JAil log JAil log Conway who have made the for this incredibly generous ties and programs of SWOSU. most of the affordable, quality sponsorship, which will great- Located on the Weatherford education we provide to our ly benefit SWOSU’s student- campus in the historic Bur- students,” said SWOSU Presi- athletes and athletic facilities.” dent Dr. Randy L. Beutler. Flex-Chem’s sponsorship ton House, the Foundation “Bryce’s enterprising enthusi- of SWOSU athletic programs currently administers near- asm and tireless hard work in is stewarded by the SWOSU ly $30 million in assets for building Flex-Chem represent Foundation, Inc. The Founda- the benefit of SWOSU. For some of the finest values we tion was founded in 1977 to more information, visit www. seek to instill at our institu- promote philanthropy, award Southwestern Oklahoma sorship commitment will pro- nership between SWOSU and tion. We are truly grateful to scholarships, and distribute SWOSUFoundation.com or State University (SWOSU) vide much-needed financial Flex-Chem!” Flex-Chem and Bryce Conway funds to support the activi- call 580-774-3267. with locations in Weatherford resources to SWOSU’s ath- Conway is the son of public- and Sayre has announced a letic programs. In recognition school administrators who major sponsorship agreement with Flex-Chem Corporation. of Flex-Chem’s support, the SWOSU football field will be worked in the Brownsville Independent School District Declare your financial freedom Founded in 2002 by 1995 called “Flex-Chem Field at Mi- (TX). Conway graduated from Independence Day is almost or sustain a significant injury with a long-term care compo- SWOSU alumnus Bryce Con- lam Stadium” with the first high school in Brownsville here. And as we make progress and you couldn’t work for an nent. A financial advisor can way, Flex-Chem is a technol- home football game of the (TX) and then studied chem- in moving past the COVID-19 extended period, the loss of help you choose a plan that’s ogy company recognized as a season being styled “The Flex- istry and biology at SWOSU. pandemic, more of us will be income could jeopardize your appropriate for your needs. leader in providing innovative Chem Kickoff Classic.” He resides in Edmond and is able to enjoy Fourth of July ac- ability to achieve financial in- By addressing these areas, chemical solutions in the en- “I am grateful to SWOSU the proud father of two sons, tivities. However you observe dependence. Your employer you can go a long way toward ergy production industry. Flex- for the outstanding start I re- Kennan and Jett. The Conways the holiday, it’s important to may offer disability insurance attaining your financial inde- Chem maintains operations in ceived there,” Conway said. attend Memorial Road Church recognize all the liberties we as an employee benefit, but pendence. It will be a long- Weatherford, Edmond, Ada “It’s a pleasure to be able to of Christ. enjoy in this country. But you this coverage is typically quite term pursuit, but the end goal and Pecos (TX). give back to my alma mater. “Here at SWOSU, we are very may still need to work at one limited, both in duration and is worth it. particular type of freedom – in the amount of income being Flex-Chem’s generous spon- I’m excited about this part- proud of alumni like Bryce and that’s financial freedom. replaced. Consequently, you This article was written by Ed- How can you achieve it? may want to consider purchas- ward Jones provided by Robert Providing Comfort and Support for End of Life Choices There’s no one instant solu- tion. 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