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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 2025 The Elk City News Rodeo of Champions would be fer gave the Chamber members Academy on tentatively Sept. Misdemeanors Felonies ARCHER coming Aug. 29th, 30th, and 31st, at 8 p.m., each night. The parade an update about current happen- ings in and around the city, He 4th. This will include an inspec- tor with the Dept. of Securities to Continued from page 1 will take place Sat., at 10 a.m., and first spoke about the downtown conduct the class on how to spot unless it is announced differently, road project that is going fast- fraud in emails and other scams. MISDEMEANORS all across the state. Representative it will be on the same route. er than expected. He added that He said that he will be announc- State of Okla vs Justin W Patterson Protective order viola- Archer was a champion for work- Additionally, Cupp said that there has been an average of 150 ing more in the future. tion force for the business community the annual Fit and Fun Bicycle people per night playing the min- The Western Oklahoma Alz- State of Okla vs Jancy Rippetoe DUI this year. I know he also worked run will be on Aug. 15th, at the iature golf, and 400 per day in the heimer’s Collaborative’s Julie State of Okla vs Maida B Luna Control of vehicle while hard on defending private prop- Arrowhead. The 52nd Fall Festi- swimming pool. Kilhoffer also Western talked to the chamber intoxicated erty rights. I’ll also say that Rep- val is going to be Sept. 20th and noted that there are up to 6800 about the upcoming activities. State of Okla vs Ashley M Clark DUS resentative Archer knows what 21st, and Oct 3rd through the 5th, coming to Elk City on the week- She said they raised about $4000 State of Okla vs Mark E Boswell DUI it takes to run a business in rural is the Western Oklahoma Histor- ends. He also announced there this year that will be used for State of Okla vs Brandon R Hartman Control of a vehicle Oklahoma, because he’s done it, ical Society’s Route 66 Flea Mar- have been many camps that have scholarships. She also announced while intoxicated and so having Representative Ar- ket. On Oct 8th, the Chamber will been in town. the partnership with OBI and State of Okla vs Michael D Miller Possession of CS & para- cher is an asset, not just for the be partnering with Workforce Kilhoffer talked about return- Donable Cares to receive addi- phernalia state, but he’s an asset for you guys Western Oklahoma for a job fair ing to the CAPPs program, which tional funds for blood donations. State of Okla vs Valerie M Lewis Possession of CS & para- here in rural Oklahoma and rep- and work ready, at the Conven- could include a convention center Western said that on Thursday phernalia resenting the business communi- tion Center. Cupp said that Oct. and an expo center. They do not evenings in Sept., Hospice will ty in rural parts.” 23rd, will be Moonlight Madness. have a name for it as yet, but it be having a grief share support FELONIES As Archer took the award, The Red Carpet Communi- seems to be in the planning stag- group. They are designed where State of Okla vs Kolton Good Removal/destruction of he said, “It’s an honor to receive ty Theatre’s report was given by es. The property at Madison and anyone can attend, and they share mortgaged property this, and like Dalton said, we have Cupp, where she announced the Route 66 is being addressed by resources that include videos State of Okla vs Stephen R Coleman Drug trafficking championed for workforce. We’ve auditions for the next production, the City, also. and workbooks. She is working State of Okla vs Travis A Williams Drug trafficking championed for a lot of things “Murder on the Orient Express.” CEO of Great Plains Region- to start a new Expo in Western State of Okla vs Gregory S Myers Child neglect. Possession across Western Oklahoma and They were July 28th and 29th. al Medical Center, Corey Lively, Oklahoma for the aging popula- of a firearm our district specifically. So those The play will take place Sept. then spoke to the members. He tion and the children of the aging State of Okla vs Ashley M Clark Bringing contraband into are things I’m always happy to do 26th through 28th and Oct. 3rd noted that they will have the only population. She is also working jail when we think about small busi- through 5th. She went on to say hospital west of Yukon to be open on getting a Hospice House. nesses.” that next June the Route 66 Cen- 24 hours, seven days a week, 365 Mike Sparks, Superintendent Weatherly then went on to in- tennial will be celebrated. There days per year. This includes gen- of Elk City Public Schools, talked troduce Susie Cupp, Executive is a committee working on the eral surgery and orthopedic sur- about the ECPS food program, Director of the Chamber. She Marriages & Divorces began by telling the chamber members that the rodeo parade festivities, and those will be an- nounced as the time approaches. Wesley Javorsky was present as geries. He also said that they will have a new OBGYN, Jorey Jacobs starting soon. They will be install- and their upcoming professional development speaker, Jeff Hen- derson. He touched on the no cell would take place downtown, on Frank Lucas’ Field Representa- ing a new Xray machine that will phones at school policy, and the MARRIAGES the same route. She also said that tive. Javorsky said that since the allow them to open the Cancer consequences of the policy. Addi- Jacob Cordero, Elk City – Shelby Garner, Elk City the sidewalk sale was coming up Big Beautiful Bill was passed in Center. Lively added that they tionally, the high school will have soon and encouraged everyone Washington, there were some ex- will reopen the hospital in Sayre an EMT and aviation class offer- DIVORCES to give the downtown merchants citing things in it, as well as some that will be a clinic operating ings for students. Cinnamon Bietendorf vs Thomas Schmidt support. Cupp also announced things that were not as exciting. seven days a week, with imaging At the conclusion of the meet- Haylie Crutsinger vs Corey Crutsinger that the next Block Party would There were $9 billion in federal providers. ing, Weatherly drew for the $400 happen on Aug. 1st, downtown cutbacks. On Aug. 19th, Lucas Elk City Police Department’s jackpot, Lori Weatherly’s name behind the Chamber office. She will be speaking at the Elk City Assistant Police Chief, John was drawn, but she was not there added that it would be the state’s Kiwanis Club. Cook, announced that he is put- to receive it. The pot wlll grow for tax-free weekend. Elk City Mayor Micah Kilhof- ting together a Senior Citizen’s the next meeting. Cupp also announced that the it into awareness and take pre- ness and loneliness cause se- and for those who are on the BENEFITS cautions. Another area of concern for nior citizens to lack the desire to flourish. receiving end of the generosity of a seniors’ time and effort. Continued from page 1 seniors is senior suicide. This Holley and the agency be- To learn more about RSVP is because the elderly popula- lieve that if senior citizens and SOCAG go to www.socag. the senior citizens. She said tion becomes isolated, there- would volunteer their time, the org, located at 209 N. Hudson that this is an area that is not fore, feeling lonely is prevalent, isolation and loneliness would St., Altus. Email her at rsvp@ as well-known as other senior and the number continues to subside. She said that volun- socag.org or call 580-482- problems, but wants to bring rise. The feelings of hopeless- teering is good for the senior 4141. give back and the importance of a lasting impression. them how appreciative people are (USPS # 173-020) LEMONADE giving back to the community and realizing that there are people who “The people that work there have been absolutely wonderful to also with them. Brian and the older boys actually 580-225-3000 Continued from page 1 need help. teach them and show them how made the lemonade stand togeth- Is published twice weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC “We’re there, that’s what God things go. They know the full circle er. They painted it and colored it. “They (the kids) will help with 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 gave us. It was a chance for us to of how it unloads, and then who’s Janelle admitted to tracing some Meals on Wheels, and they even Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 give back and to be able to help benefiting from it,” she added. words, but the work was done by go to HELP on Fridays sometimes those around our community. Word of mouth and personal the boys. They have also learned to help unload the truck. It is just a POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO BOX 964, Elk City, OK 73648 To show them that we love them, messaging have been the means of that when something is started, way for us to try to teach our kids and that is the main thing we can publicity for the lemonade stand. It they have to finish it, even when it how to give back to our communi- Sheryl Ponce, do. When kids are small, teaching seems that with their friends, fam- is hot outside. They usually open at SUBSCRIPTIONS ty. I loved it because one of the lit- them that they can still do little ily, and community members they 10 a.m. and run to 12:30 p.m. Deliverd by mail: Staff Writer tle boys that came and saw us who things makes a big difference,” she are successful in showing their kids Even the two-year-old Tate gets $50/yearly print only goes to our church. His mom said, Neva Pyatt, said. how to give back. This summer out there to help pour lemonade. $60/yearly print & online ‘Oh my goodness, my little boy said Advertising Director She doesn’t believe it has to be they sold 35 cups of lemonade and It is truly a family affair that is $40/online only he wants to do a lemonade stand, extravagant, but they can still do made $235. Each cup is one dollar, grounded in family and Biblical but he wants to do something a No refunds on subscriptions. Gina Jones, little different, to give to something something, however big or small. but Janelle said most people donate values. The Hutchinson family has Advertising Director Janelle and the children actually more than that to the cause. devoted themselves to teaching the [email protected] else. They are giving to the Preg- take the money to HELP. She likes The experience is also teaching importance of community, respon- [email protected] Nancy Karnowski, nancy Care Center or something for them to see where they are giv- the kids how to talk to people and sibility, and fun in one lemonade like that,” Janelle explained. ECNclassifi[email protected] CSR It is the Hutchinson’s thing to ing. The Fridays that they unpack tell them what their purpose for stand. the food from the trucks also leaves the stand. She said that it instills in Providing comfort and support for End of Life choices OBITUARIES Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the ANNA BELLE ROSENBAUM practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. Anna Belle “Ann” Rosenbaum ing in a deficit to having a com- was born on September 1, 1928 to plex where everyone was taken For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: Oscar Paul and Mary Sue (Rogers) care of and enjoyed living there. Price in Delhi, OK. She passed on Ann worked as the director for Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator July 17, 2025 at the age of 96 years, the housing authority for 18 years 10 months, and 16 days. before she retired. Her years of re- Holli Brittain, RN - MANAGER OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES Ann grew up in Delhi, OK as a tirement was dedicated to her yard middle child with her two sisters and garden. She also dedicated her SOME OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS ARE: Bobbye June and Paula Sue. She time to the Sayre United Methodist attended and graduated from Del- Church where she helped with any • Cancer • Failure to Thrive • End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) hi schools. After graduation, Ann and everything. She was a very in- • End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) • End Stage Amyotrophic married Hubert Leon Rosenbaum dependent, determined, and strong Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) • End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Jr on July 5, 1948 and to this union woman with a personality and • End Stage Liver Disease • End Stage Renal Disease • AIDS/HIV four children were born, Paul Leon, sense of humor which she carried Helen Ann, Mary Gail, and Carol to her last day. daughters Helen Dodd of Wood- • End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s Mae. She worked several jobs over She is preceded in death by her ward, OK and Gail Stallings of the years such as a seamstress and parents Oscar and Mary Sue Price, Sayre, OK; grandchildren Kayla, Jeff, Amanda, Cody, Amber, BJ, Professional, Passionate manager of several convenience stores. The managerial experience two sisters Bobbye Todd and Paula Brock, son Paul Leon Rosenbaum and Tyler; 16 great grandchildren Advance, Attentive ... led her to become the director of and daughter Carol Mae Turner, and 2 and a half great great grand- children; many nieces, nephews, the Sayre Housing Authority. As great granddaughter Lily Ann, and Our Difference is Our Care director, her skills in management many other relatives and friends. extended family and a host of led the department from operat- Ann is survived by her two friends. Have you ever considered becoming a hospice volunteer? MARTIN’S LICENSE #OK-2850 A fulfulling experience in the spirit of giving and receiving. Air Conditioning Inc. “Serving Elk City Oklahoma Since 1974” Free Estimates on New Equipment Service on Most Makes & Models 580-225-2495 2116 W 20th St Elk City, OK • Central Air Conditioning SALES • Heating & Heat Pumps SERVICE Locally owned & operated. 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