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July 8, 2023 The Elk City News -3 News Fishing Fort Supply: Jun 30. Eleva- side. Catfish good. Report sub- warden stationed in Comanche on crankbaits, jerk baits, and Berlin tion is normal and stable, watermitted by Eric Puyear, B & K County. temperature 72°F and murky. Bait House. small lures around main lake, Lawtonka: July 2. Eleva- points, and rocks. Largemouth Community (USACE Lake Level) Crappie SOUTHWEST tion is 1 ft. below normal and Report fair on minnows around brush structure and main lake. Chan- Ellsworth: July 2. Eleva- stable, water temperature 81°F bass and crappie fair on crank- tion is 1 ft. below normal and and clear. (USACE Lake Level) baits, hair jigs, jerk baits, jigs, nel catfish fair on punch bait, stable, water temperature Saugeye fair on crankbaits, minnows, PowerBait, and tube Social NORTHWEST Canton: July 2. Elevation shrimp, and stinkbait around 80°F and murky. ( USGS Lake sassy shad, and worms around jigs around brush structure, flats and main lake. Report Level) Blue and channel catfish main lake. Crappie slow on jigs main lake, points, rocks, and submitted by Jason Badley, fair on chicken liver, cut bait, and minnows around brush Berlin Community Cen- is below normal and stable, game warden stationed in dough bait, and shad around structure and docks. Report weed beds. Blue and channel ter will have an homemade water temperature 85°F and Harper County. flats, main lake, and points. submitted by Mike Carroll, catfish fair on minnows, punch clear. (USACE Lake Level) ice cream social on July 8, at Striped bass and striped bass Foss: July 3. Elevation is 3 Saugeye fair on crankbaits, game warden stationed in Co- bait, stinkbait, and worms 6:00 pm. There will also be hot ft. below normal and stable, minnows, sassy shad, and manche County. around creek channels, main hybrids fair on jerk baits and water temperature 78°F and small lures around points and Waurika: July 2. Eleva- dogs served in addition to the topwater lures around main clear. (USACE Lake Level) rocks. Crappie slow on jigs and tion is normal and falling, lake, and rocks. Report sub- homemade ice cream. Come lake. Report submitted by Walleye fair on worms. Striped minnows around brush struc- water temperature 73°F and mitted by Tucker Clem, game join us for some good ice cream Brayden Hicks, game warden bass hybrids good in deep wa- ture and docks. Report sub- murky. Striped bass hybrid, warden stationed in Jefferson and fellowship stationed in Blaine County. ter. Catfish good along north mitted by Mike Carroll, game white bass, and saugeye fair County. Cattle producers are battling flies Poarch Cemetery Inc. and ticks this summer Annual Business Meeting By Alisa Boswell-Gore “Sometimes, they go unseen unless you're Poarch Cemetery Inc. will hold it’s annual business meeting and election of officers on Sunday processing those animals through a cattle afternoon July 23rd at 2:00 p.m. The meeting place will be the Carter Community Center in STILLWATER. - Increased rains in Oklaho- chute,” Talley said. “We will usually feel a tick Carter Oklahoma. All lot and plot owners at Poarch Cemetery are encourage to attend. ma this past spring has brought some not-so- before we see it by conducting a tick scratch, welcome friends. which any producer can do.” Fly and tick populations have increased, which means cattle producers are fighting an uphill battle this summer with these blood- ‘This entails running your hands around the brisket, between the legs and underneath the tail of the cow. Oklahoma Takes Groundbreaking sucking pests. The cattle industry suffers $1.3 billion in losses annually from horn flies alone. ‘They are considered the number one external “That’s where you'll usually find ticks, espe- cially the American dog tick, which transmits the pathogen that causes anaplasmosis, a com- Initiative to Safeguard First Responders and Minimize parasite for cattle across the country. mon cattle disease,” he said. Justin Talley, Oklahoma State University Talley said producers are likely seeing sever- professor and Extension specialist for livestock al ear ticks, but those do not contribute to ana- plasmosis. He added that some cattle produc- Pet Shelter Admissions entomology, said horn flies and lone star ticks have ramped up this summer and are likely to ers make the mistake of relating anaplasmosis get worse in July and August. to only flies, but the disease is transmitted and “Flies on a cow each take anywhere from 1.5 amplified by ticks. Oklahoma Human Services older adults in formulating secure their pets or recognize to 2 milligrams of blood, but multiply that by During the summer, producers will see an is set to pioneer an unprec- a comprehensive pet contin- the potential danger their 300 to 1,000 flies, and that becomes severe ir- overlap of lone star ticks, American dog ticks edented program that will gency plan, enabling them to pets pose to others. ritation,” Talley said, adding that it’s important revolutionize emergency re- producers choose the correct control method. and Gulf Coast ticks on their livestock. How- Hence, this groundbreak- designate suitable caregivers ever, the main concern, for now, is the lone sponse protocols by introduc- who can responsibly and reli- ing pilot program has been “It's not one-size-fits-all. Whatever works ing an Animal Contingency ably care for their pets in the deemed vital in mitigating star tick, which causes different issues than the within a production system - whether it’s ear Plan to all senior care and event of temporary or per- American dog tick. tags, pour-ons or sprays - producers need to “You see these on cattle, but as producers low-income housing prop- manent incapacity. Notably, the risks faced by first re- understand the longevity of these methods,” he are interacting with their cattle, they need to erties. This groundbreaking the designated pet caregivers sponders during animal-relat- said. initiative aims to prioritize must provide their explicit ed emergencies. If successful, Talley said ear tags will provide three make sure they are protecting themselves be- the safety of first responders consent before being named it is anticipated that munici- months of adequate control, while sprays only cause the lone star tick also causes red meat al- while simultaneously reduc- as emergency contacts. palities across the state will provide one to two weeks and pour-ons provide lergy,” he said. ing the number of animals The program entails a de- When a lone star tick bites a human, a com- adopt specialized training two to three weeks’ worth of control. pound in the tick’s saliva can cause people to being sent to pet shelters. tailed questionnaire for senior programs, educating their “What our research shows is that the com- bination of an ear tag with a feeding supple- develop an allergy to all red meat, known as First responders, who fear- tenants to complete, incorpo- members on a standardized mentation of insect growth regulator (IGR) is Alpha-gal Syndrome. lessly confront emergency rating inquiries regarding the protocol to enhance safety In July and August, producers will begin to situations, often encounter a temperament of their pets. To what keeps fly populations down for the longest unique challenge when faced ensure clear identification of measures. amount oftime,” he said. “These are commercial see more seed ticks, which are the immature Furthermore, the Pet- products that cattle producers can buy, but they ticks fresh out of the egg stage. with aggressive pets at the households with pets, all do- need to feed that consistently and early on.” “Any time you have areas with a lot of wild- scene. These pets can pose miciles will be equipped with Smart Resident stickers uti- a serious threat, attacking Pet Smart Resident stickers lized in the program will also Ear tags kill adult flies while the IGR sup- life, especially white-tailed deer, you tend to presses overall fly populations. Talley said it is see higher tick populations in a pasture,” Talley without warning or provoca- (patent pending). In cases play a crucial role in a place- best for producers to start the IGR feeding regi- said. “It’s already a pretty bad tick and fly year, tion, impeding the vital work where the animal is deemed ment program implemented men in March, but that doesn’t mean they can’t but if we keep getting a decent amount of mois- of firefighters, police officers, potentially dangerous to during crisis situations. These start it now. ture and humidity, it’s going to get worse.” and paramedics. The protec- strangers, a sticker contain- stickers will notify animal “Tt will be more of an uphill battle than if OSU Extension uses research-based infor- tive nature of pets toward ing a QR code will alert first control agencies whether a their owners and territories responders before entering you started it in March, but you can still see a mation to help all Oklahomans solve local is- further complicates the situa- the premises. While some pet is family-friendly, facili- further reduction with this feed supplement sues and concerns, promote leadership and versus just doing an ear tag,” he said. manage resources wisely throughout the state’s tion, hindering access for first first responders may be un- tating temporary placement Ticks are the more challenging parasite to 77 counties. Most information is available at responders. able to use cellphones during in foster care homes until the Recognizing the urgent duty, an alternative method tenant's circumstances stabi- combat. little to no cost need to address this issue, has been established to en- lize. LifePet.Care, a distinguished sure they are aware of any po- “By proactively addressing Providing comfort and Supportfor End of Life cholces pet care administrator, and Oklahoma Human Services, tential risks associated with household pets. this critical challenge, the state is setting a remarkable which is responsible for pro- example for others to follow,” Regrettably, despite the un- Hospice care provides medical servic emotional support, and spiritual re- viding help to individuals and wavering commitment of first says Robert Greene, CEO of sources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as cancer families in need through pub- responders, incidents have LifePet.Care. lic assistance programs and or heart failure. Hospice care als helps mily members manage the practical occurred where pets have at- ‘The pilot program will start managing services for seniors tacked and inflicted severe in- details and emotional challeng of caring for a dying loved one. and people with disabilities, juries, or even fatalities, upon in Oklahoma County with an have joined forces to initiate emergency personnel. Such expectation of being imple- For questions regarding hospice service or eligibility, contact: the first-ever pilot project. incidents often arise due to mented statewide later this The program aims to assist owners’ failure to properly year. Carrie Perry, RN/ Adminsistrator Pat Welsh, RN/ Coc rdinator of Patient C. Garden Tips For July! Some of the most common conditions are David Hillock, Senior Ex- Tree and Shrub Beckham County Ag/4-H/CED * Cancer * Failure to Thrive © End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) tension Specialist Control bermudagrass at 580-928-2139. * End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease ( /A) * End Stage Amyotrophic around trees and shrubs Oklahoma State Univer- Vegetable Garden with products containing se- Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) * End Stage Pulmonary Dise: to (@{0) 29) Make fall vegetable garden thoxydim, fusilade or glypho- sity, in compliance with Title * End Stage Liver Disease * End Stage Renal Disease * AIDS/HIV plantings in late July. VI and VII of the Civil Rights sate herbicides. Follow direc- Act of 1964, Executive Order * End Stage Neurologi al Disease such as Parkit on’s or Alzheimer's tions closely to avoid harming Lawn desirable plants. 11246 as amended, Title IX of Brown patch disease of the Education Amendments ys rte cool-season grasses can be a Fruits of 1972, Americans with Dis- eryiY RN Professional, Passionate problem. Continue insect combat abilities Act of 1990, and other Meet water requirements and control in the orchard, gar- federal laws and regulations, Advance, Attentive... of turfgrasses. den, and landscape. does not discriminate on the Fertilization of warm-sea- Check pesticide labels for Our Difference Is Our Care son grasses can continue if wa- ter is present for growth. “stop” spraying recommenda- basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, dis- tions prior to harvest. Vegetative establishment Harvest fruit from the or- ability, or status as a veteran of warm-season grasses should chard early in the morning and in any of its policies, practices Have you ever considered becoming be completed by the end of refrigerate as soon as possible. or procedures. This includes July to ensure the least risk of a hospice volunteer? winter kill. Flowers but is not limited to admis- fulfilling experience in the spirit Mowing heights for cool- 1* Divide and replant sions, employment, financial season turfgrasses should be crowded hybrid iris (bearded aid, and educational services. of giving and receiving. at 3” during hot, dry summer iris) after flowering until Au- References within this publica- months. Gradually raise mow- gust. tion to any specific commercial ing height of bermudagrass product, process, or service lawns from 1% to 2”, General Landscape by trade name, trademark, Sharpen or replace mower Water plants deeply and service mark, manufacturer, blades as needed. Shredded early in the morning, Most leaf blades are an invitation to plants need approximately 1 to or otherwise does not consti- disease and allow more stress 2% inches of water per week. tute or imply endorsement by on the grass. For additional information Oklahoma Cooperative Exten- please contact Greg Hartman, sion Service