October 22, 2022 Issue, Page 1 of 22

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Serving _ Western Oklahoma 01. all Saturday, October 22, 2022 Leadership Elk City, ‘Paint the Rig’ Campaign Brings Class VII Graduates Nine Restoration Active Again EA ERSHIP ELK CITY ‘There has been a flurry of activity at the Parker Rig #114, located on Route 66 in Elk City. Donations that the Elk City Pictured are Aubrey Clark, Sherri Horn, Amber Chamber of Commerce have been collecting is the reason for Taylor, Jessica Ford, Blane Short, Rodney Cloud, Jeff McDowell, Jesse Champagne, Korbin Perkey, and the restart of the restoration project. Steering Committee leader Chief Eddie Holland. ; Pic- ‘Those companies that have donated to the project in- tured is the sample of Class VIII’s project. They will clude Interbank with at $5000 donation, Maverick Natural be raising money to put up signs around town that Resources with a $2500 donation, Quasar Energy Services, are interchangeable, lasting a lifetime of activities Inc., with at $15,000 donation, Presidio Petroleum, First Na- and attractions around Elk City. Staff photos by Sheryl Ponce. tional Bank and Trust, and Mark Stansberry. ‘The campaign continues as the project is massive, and it seems as though other things could be coming on this old rig. By Sheryl Ponce guests and turned the program back over to Taylor. Jessica Ford led the flag salute, and Jeff McDowell gave the invocation. Monday, Oct, 12th, The Elk City Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Elk City celebrated the nine classmates for a year of Sherri Horn, Aubrey Clark, and Blane Short put together a special video that served as a thank you to the chamber and ev- learning about Elk City and leadership. The banquet was held at eryone who helped sponsor them throughout the year. The video Moonlight Madness the Elk’s Lodge who served the class and their guests’ steak or featured class members saying thank you in a way that lightened chicken, baked potatoes, green beans, and dessert. the mood, ‘The group was led by Executive Director of the Chamber, After everyone was served dinner and had time to eat, Taylor Susie Cupp, along with Steering Committee leaders Chief Eddie recognized the sponsors, steering committee, and participants. Holland, David Atkinson, Pam Muncrief, Robert Rodgers, Brad- She then introduced her good friend Casey Merrifield, PhD, who ley Hyatt, and Haley Price. Members of Leadership VII class in- was the keynote speaker. cluded Amber Taylor, Rodney Cloud, Jessica Ford, Jeff McDowell, Merrifield talked about leaving a legacy. She pointed out the Sherri Horn, Aubrey Clark, Blane Short, Jesse Champagne, and characteristics of a leader and how each person can leave a legacy Korbin Perkey. of leadership. ‘The celebration was opened by Taylor who introduced Cham- Next, Jeff McDowell talked about Class VIII's highlights of ber President Pam Muncrief. She welcomed everyone and their See Leadership page 2. By Sheryl Ponce Antioch Church Brings ‘The annual Moonlight Madness evening will take place Oct, 27th at Broadway and Madison from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The downtown merchants will remain open until 8 p.m. that eve- ning. Back Fall Festival ‘The schedule of events include “Mad Science” at 4 p.m. in the Carnegie Library, and at 5 p.m. there will be face painting by the Elk City cheerleaders, a photo booth by the Mix Boutique, Trick or Treating at participating downtown businesses, Great Plains Regional Medical Center will have their Mobile Emergen- cy Respond Trailer/Ambulance open, Elk City Empire Semi-Pro Football Booth will be open, Western Oklahoma Alzheimer’s Coalition fundraiser will be selling apple cider, and there will be bottled water and popcorn available with donations appreci- By Sheryl Ponce the night. ated. At 5:30 p.m. the Halloween Dog Parade will start, along with They will have hotdogs, games, and prizes. There will be plen- a hayride with Jason Simon and his pink tractor. Then, at 5:45 On Monday. Oct. 31st, at 6 p.m. the Antioch Christian Church ty of candy and a hayride for all to enjoy. Their famous Cake Walk p.m. the Halloween Costume Contest for Dogs will start and fol- will hold their annual Fall Festival in the church parking lot, lo- cated at 3200 W. Country Club in Elk City. The church is inviting will also be returning to the event. lowed by the Halloween Costume contest for age categories 0-1, ‘The church boasts that it is a place where all are welcome, lives 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, and 11 and up. The One Church's free the community to enjoy a safe and fun evening for Halloween. It Carnival will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. is designed for the entire family to be able to dress up and enjoy are changed, and God is glorified. At 8 p.m. the Merritt High School Pep Assembly will begin, and then at 8:15 p.m. the Elk City High School Pep Assembly Merritt FFA Labor will start. Ponce Productions will be providing the music and emcee the evening, Endurance Federal Credit Union will provide free hot cocoa, Legacy Bank will have free ice cream, Abby's Authentic Auction on the Books Mexican Food, Big Elk Diner, Pacific Brim, and SnoWay Shaved Ice will be the food vendors set up for the evening. ‘The Merritt FFA Labor Auction is slated for Nov. 1st in the Make arrangements to be a part of the fun. For more information about Moonlight Madness contact the school’s cafeteria. Have a good meal and help the organization fund their proj- Chamber at 580-225-0207 or stop by 102 S. Main Street in Elk ‘The auction will begin at 7:30 p.m. after the meal at 6:30 p.m. ects for the year. City. «IU Weather tomorrow & 86/ Vol. 120, No. 83 75 cents, 20 pgs. Mail delivery 580.225.3000 View online elkcityoknews.com