July 19, 2025 Issue, Page 10 of 10

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NEWS 10• SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2025 The Elk City News Rep. Nick Archer recognized as Legislature of the Year recipient Oklahoma State Representative District 55, Nick Archer, has been recognized as one of the State Chamber of Commerce’s “Legislature of the Year” recipients. They have recognized him for his support of economic growth, free enterprise, and job creation across Oklahoma. Pictured is Archer accepting his award. J. Rod Wald. The four talents took Equipment sponsored the concert. PICKIN turns singing original songs, as well as cover numbers for two hours, Edward Jones sponsored the Pick- le Ball Tournament. The winners Continued from page 1 beginning at 8 p.m. Additionally, were Josias Reyes and Mayson there were two food trucks, Surf Rheaume; Jaser Reyes and Jackson Pickle Ball Tournament along with Bar and Snow Way Shaved Ice, Ivester; and Chris Bivens and Ran- a Putt Putt tournament. there to satisfy the crowds’ sweet go Springer. Gabe Edney’s brainstorm event tooth or thirst. Another year for the event, and it brought in Caroline Grace, JC of Along with KECO, Edward was deemed a success. Make plans the Backroads, Cody Brewer, and Jones Investments and Moran to attend next year. Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Education Series set to be held at the 73rd AWARD Continued from page 1 being named one of the com- pany’s Presidential Awards. Barber/Dyson is a Ford deal- ership with two locations, one since 1994. They have been committed to their customers from the first day. For more information, stop Annual Convention and Trade Show in Elk City and another one in by the dealership located at 501 Oklahoma City, OK – The role of modern technology in ucation sessions but also the full The team is continuing their Woodward. The Elk City store E. Highway 66 or call them at Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Associ- remote ranching during a ses- slate of convention events, net- commitment to the community has been serving customers 580-303-5197. ation is set to host the Cattle- sion led by guest speakers An- working opportunities, and the for supporting their efforts in men’s Education Series from drew Coppin and Maria Silvei- expansive trade show. Those in- July 25 to 26 at the 73rd Annual ra. terested in attending can secure Convention and Trade Show in “This year’s Cattlemen’s Ed- their spot by visiting the OCA Norman, Okla. Speakers and ucation Series continues our website at okcattlemen.org. learning opportunities cover- commitment to equipping The OCA is the trusted voice ing a range of topics important Oklahoma cattle producers with of the Oklahoma Cattle Indus- to farm and ranch owners and the knowledge they need to stay try and works to protect and managers will be included at ahead in a rapidly evolving in- empower Oklahoma cattle- this event, which is sponsored dustry,” said Michael Kelsey, men today, to serve tomorrow. in part by The National Corn OCA Executive Vice President. The OCA is the only voice that Growers Association. “Our goal is to bring relevant, speaks solely for the cattlemen OKLAHOMA STATE TREASURER This year’s Cattlemen’s Edu- timely topics and some of the of Oklahoma and represents cation Series will offer attendees best minds in the industry to beef producers in all 77 coun- ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS TO logical and practical insights the table, ensuring our mem- ties across the state. The OCA “COOL OFF WITH A CLAIM” THIS SUMMER into key industry topics. bers are prepared to succeed officers, board of directors and Sessions will include a weath- in every aspect of their opera- membership encourages you to More than $1.4 billion in unclaimed property is waiting er outlook from meteorologist tions.” join us in our advocacy efforts to be reunited with rightful owners Matt Makens, a deep dive into To attend the Cattlemen’s to ensure less government in- red meat yield innovations fea- Education Series, participants tervention, lower taxes, and a OKLAHOMA – As Oklahomans embrace the summer season, the Oklahoma State turing Dr. Gretchen Mafi, Dr. must be registered for the Okla- better bottom line. 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