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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 2025 The Elk City News KILHOFFER THANKS ELK CITY VOTERS Misdemeanors Felonies “To the greatest small town in the nation, thank you so coworkers—your encourage- ment has been a vital part of the warmth and kindness I en- countered along the way. and everyone who are already involved make this city truly MISDEMEANORS much for voting me to be your this journey, and I will never I also want to take a moment special. Together, we have one State of Okla vs Douglas A Potter DUI mayor! forget the support I received. to commend Shannon McA- of the greatest communities in State of Okla vs Bryce A Hanson DUI I want to extend my deepest A special thank you goes to bee for running a passionate all of America, and I believe State of Okla vs Nathaniel D Slovak DUI gratitude to my family for be- everyone who opened their campaign. Your dedication to we can continue to push for- lieving in this vision from the doors while I was out knock- our community is very com- ward and reach new heights. FELONIES very start. Their unwavering ing on nearly 1,500 of them. mendable. Thank you once again for State of Okla vs Bradley H Parker Child neglect. Driving without support has meant the world This experience has allowed I am incredibly excited this incredible honor. I look a license. Possession of CS & paraphernalia to me. I also want to acknowl- me to connect with so many about the future of Elk City. forward to building on this ex- State of Okla vs Cori L Wallace Attempted murder edge my friends, family, and of you, and I am grateful for The children, the families, perience with all of you! State of Okla vs Robert W Leyja Exploitation of elderly or dis- abled adult by deception or intimidation. Violation of OK Statute via computer State of Okla vs Jessica L Parker Child neglect State of Okla vs Diane M Lowe Assault & battery LIBRARY DAR Meets Continued from page 1 will be Tuesday, April Gathered at the Roger Mills played on his trumpet, the Na- Bless America led by Casey King, County Courthouse on March tional Anthem. Music Director, Cheyenne First Marriages & Divorces 22nd, at 4 p.m., with regis- tration being needed. 29, 2025, the Washita Chapter NSDAR , sponsored a Vietnam A wreath was placed at the Vet- eran’s Wall by veteran Wayne Bat- Baptist Church. The group then retired to the area of refreshments The Summer Read- ing Program is being Flag Raising. The event was terton and wife Carol Ann. The and enjoyed time to visit with fel- MARRIAGES Zachary Edwards, Elk City – Sarah Gieswein, Elk City planned. There will be opened with Doris Minor giv- group adjourned to the Chamber low veterans , and those that had Cannon Douglas, Elk City – Katelyn Kennedy, Elk City something for all ages, ing a short opening , followed by Building where the guest speaker, attended. A cake, made and do- Carlos Leon, Elk City – Lizbeth Aguirre, Elk City including children, teens, Charles Hickey offering a prayer, Gene Smith from Elk City, a re- nated by Christy Bachelor, was a Conner Carlucci, Elk City – Miranda Soto, Elk City and adults. The theme The Pledge to the American Flag, tired USAF pilot who served in centerpiece on the table with the this year is “Color my by Marci Grant, Vice Regent the Vietnam theater, gave a his- refreshments prepared by the World.” Washita Chapter. The Vietnam tory of how the war came about Chapter group. DIVORCES Commemorative Flag was then and how America got involved. A collage of past years pro- Sarah Moler vs Harley Menacher For more information call 580-225-0136 or raised by the following four Viet- Veterans were ask to introduce grams was made and available for Shawn Pettis vs Hali Pettis nam Veterans; Pat Sides, Wayne themselves and their experienc- those who wanted pictures per- Amber Stepp vs Shelby Stepp email childrenslibrary. com or go by the library Batterton, Charles Hickey and es. The program closed with the taing to them or a memento of a William Kilpatrick vs Kimberly Kilpatrick Donnie Walker while Casey King group singing America and God past event. to register. are trying to add value to the HISTORY productions and entertain- Continued from page 1 ment value of an evening of entertainment. Because it is come out here and do the sum- one hundred percent volun- mer productions, and then he’d teer, they are always looking go back to Virginia,” Crow con- for additional help and talent. tinued. The first production opens The sign in front of the cur- Friday, April 4th, “Moon Over rent Red Carpet Community Buffalo,” and the second show Theatre was donated by Jerry will be “Bridges over Madi- and Gigi Dixon, Crow add- son County.” Crow also talked ed. He also said that this year about season memberships will be the 60th season, and the and how to get tickets to the board is working to grow the shows. audience base for the shows. The meeting adjourned by They are planning on getting 1 p.m. Rotary meets every their beer and wine license for Thursday, at noon, in the Elk the theatre. By doing this they City Country Club. Cody Crow talks about RCCT to Rotarians (USPS # 173-020) 580-225-3000 Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 OBITUARIES Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 necraft, and Fallout 3. The POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO Box 964, Elk City, OK 73648 LEWIS BIRMINGHAM perfect way to describe Lewis was that he could brighten Lewis Randall Birmingham the age of 2 in Camden, Ar- anyone’s day no matter the SUBSCRIPTIONS Sheryl Ponce, was born February 2nd, 2008 kansas where he stayed for 3 circumstances. He was only Deliverd by mail: Sheryl Staff Writer Writer Ponce....Staff in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma years. The family then moved capable of seeing the good in $50/ Yearly Print Only Neva Neva Pyatt, Director Pyatt....Advertising to Elizabeth Ann Bishop and to the Oklahoma City area people, never seeing the bad. $60/ Yearly Print + Online Randall Lewis Birmingham. where he attended Hayes ele- He is preceded in death by $40/ Online Only ZadieAdvertising Director Eakins...Advertising Director He passed away in Elk City, mentary school. During this Quana Jean Atchison, Joyce No refunds on subscriptions. Nancy Gina Jones, Karnowski.......................CSR Oklahoma at the age of 17 time he was tested and di- Marie Atchinson; Charlie [email protected] Tina Advertising Director Dobbs.........................Delivery years, 1 month, and 21 days. agnosed with autism and at- Blackwell, Rosie Blackwell, [email protected] Lewis, as an infant, moved tended classes geared towards And one great uncle, Robert (&1FODVVLÀHGV#JPDLOFRP Nancy Karnowski, with his parents to Arkansas. his needs. In 2019 the family could often be seen standing Blackwell. CSR He began early head start at moved to Elk City, Oklaho- outdoors while eating lunch Lewis is survived by his ma where he began to attend and jumping around listening parents Randall Lewis Bir- Elk City Intermediate School. to music, occasionally stop- mingham and Elizabeth ping to ask to take someone’s Providing comfort and support for End of Life choices Currently Lewis was consid- ered a junior attending Elk picture. He loved asking if he Ann Bishop. 1 sister, Brandy Birmingham, grandparents City High School. Lewis also could pull the fire alarm, and JoAnn Estrada, Esteban Estra- Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual began attending the Western eating his favorite vegetable, da, Randall Lee Birmingham , resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as Technology Center located in ketchup. Growing up Lew- Roy Crandall, and Mary Kath- cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the Burns Flat, Oklahoma. Lew- is also loved playing various erine Bishop and a host of oth- is loved the Special Olympics different video games lots of er relatives and friends. practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. times with his sister. His fa- and attending school to see all In Loving Memory of Lewis For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: of his friends and teachers. He vorite games were GTA, Mi- Birmingham Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator Holli Brittain, RN - MANAGER OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES SOME OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS ARE: • Cancer • Failure to Thrive • End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) • End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) • End Stage Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) • End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) • End Stage Liver Disease • End Stage Renal Disease • AIDS/HIV • End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s Professional, Passionate Advance, Attentive ... Our Difference is Our Care Have you ever considered becoming a hospice volunteer? A fulfulling experience in the spirit of giving and receiving. Locally owned & operated. Proudly serving Carrie Perry, RN central western Oklahoma since 2011.