August 23, 2025 Issue, Page 10 of 12

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NEWS 10• SATURDAY, AUGUST 23, 2025 The Elk City News Business owners can learn how to craft compelling lending applications with free OKFB In the Weeds masterclass series Aug. 27 in Elk City Western Oklahoma small will be offered Wednesday, Au- ture capital, SSBCI lending and special focus on the Oklahoma OKFB’s rural economic develop- barriers that often exist between business owners can learn how gust 27, at Arrowhead Center in other Oklahoma Center for Ad- Business Lending partnership, a ment coordinator. entrepreneurs and funding. The to prepare applications for state Elk City from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. vancement of Science and Tech- collaborative effort between OC- The event is free for business remaining session for 2025 is and federal funding opportu- The session will prepare small nology funding programs. AST and TEDC Creative Capital owners to attend, but registration “Custom Solutions for Mar- nities with the third session of business owners of all types to Attendees will learn how they funded through SSBCI. is required and is available on- ket-Specific Needs,” which will Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s In the craft compelling applications can prepare loan and other fund- “Even if a business owner or line on the OKFB website at ok- be hosted in the fall. Weeds masterclass series offered and gather the necessary sup- ing applications to be able to entrepreneur is not currently farmbureau.org/intheweeds. For more information on OK- through the organization’s Okla- porting documents to apply for a present them to a funding deci- seeking a loan or business cap- The class will begin at 5:30 FB’s Oklahoma Grassroots Rural homa Grassroots Rural and Ag wide array of government-fund- sionmaker with all the necessary ital, preparing a funding appli- p.m., and dinner will be provid- and Ag Business Accelerators Business Accelerators program. ed business loan programs, steps in place. The session will cation is a great skill to have in ed for attendees. program, In the Weeds and oth- The “Unlocking Lending Op- including U.S. Small Business walk participants through the your toolbox as your business OKFB’s In the Weeds program er rural development initiatives, portunities: Interactive SSBCI Association loans, State Small process as they work to complete grows and you seek new oppor- is a four-session masterclass visit okfarmbureau.org/acceler- Loan Application” masterclass Business Credit Initiative ven- a sample loan application, with a tunities,” said Amarie Bartel, series designed to break down ator. GPRMC, Elkview General bring specialty services to Hobart HOBART, OKLA., Aug. 18, with plans to expand offerings in “Bringing our physicians to Ki- Great Plains Regional Medical western Oklahoma’s only physi- care service provider offering an 2025 - Great Plains Regional the future. owa County so they can serve pa- Center is the largest health care cian-staffed, 24-hour emergency extensive array in the latest health Medical Center (GPRMC) and “We are excited to partner with tients closer to where they live and provider in western Oklahoma department and the only 24-hour care service innovations including Elkview General Hospital today GPRMC to expand the services work is just one example of our offering a full range of medical general and orthopedic surgery state of the art radiology, local and announced a partnership that will we can offer to our patients,” said commitment to providing quality services, including the region’s centers in the region. As a non- dependable emergency services, expand access to specialty health Brian Roland, Elkview CEO. “Ac- specialty care,” said Corey Lively, most comprehensive obstetrics profit hospital accredited by The advanced sleep medicine and a care services in western Oklaho- cess to these specialty services will GPRMC CEO. “This partnership and women’s health departments. Joint Commission, GPRMC is highly skilled surgery depart- ma. allow our patients to receive the with Elkview General Hospital Based in Elk City, GPRMC is committed to meeting the highest ment. Elkview Hospital’s mission The new Hobart clinic will open quality care they need, right here will greatly benefit residents of home to 50 physicians who de- standards in patient care. Learn is to provide you and your fam- Friday, Aug. 29, and will operate in Hobart.” western Oklahoma by bringing liver high-quality, cost-effective more at gprmc-ok.com. ily with The Right Care, Right at every Friday thereafter. Services Elkview General Hospital is lo- specialty medical services to Ho- care across 25 general and spe- Elkview General Hospital is Ki- Home. For more information, visit will begin with orthopedic care, cated at 429 W. Elm St. in Hobart. bart.” cialty areas. GPRMC operates owa County’s preeminent health elkviewhospital.com. Top 5 grant writing tips for rural leaders: how to build proposals that persuade By Deborah Solie to grant writing or just looking to and values. Share real stories, name Use their language, echo their values, ships, or volunteers involved. High- in-kind support if you have it, and Senior project associate, Center for Rural strengthen your next proposal, these the people or places impacted, and and clearly show how your project light collaboration between schools, make sure the budget matches your Affairs tips can help you put your best foot help the funder see the heart behind supports their goals. If it doesn’t align, churches, civic groups, or other non- mission. forward. your work. don’t apply. If you’re unsure, reach out profits. 5. Give yourself time and ask for Writing a successful grant appli- 1. Start with your story. When ap- 2. Apply for the right fit. Look for to the program contact. 4. Build a budget that tells the help. Grant writing doesn’t have to be cation is about more than filling out plying for a grant, don’t just list what opportunities that align with your 3. Show local support. Funders whole story. Keep your budget simple perfect, but it does take time. Ask a forms; it’s about telling your commu- you need; explain why it matters to mission and values. Read the guide- want to know you’re not doing this but clear. Funders want to know you’ll trusted colleague to review your draft, nity’s story in a way that resonates your community. Frame your need in lines carefully, and tailor your appli- alone. Even if your town is small, in- spend the money wisely and realisti- preferably someone outside your with funders. Whether you’re new terms of community impact, urgency, cation to reflect the funder’s priorities. clude letters of support, local partner- cally. Be honest about costs, include project. You don’t have to do it alone. ELK CITY NCA Cheer Camp Junior High Girls takes 3rd at EC Softball Tournament Marching Band Practice Senior Reece Robbins at the Brown Seniors Gather at Sunrise Senior Sunrise & White Scrimmage Good Luck Area Teams! We want to wish you a great season! :UG6W (ON&LW\2.   Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. ZZZSL]]DKXWFRP ELK CITY: 2714 W. 3rd St. • 102 S. 580-225-2580 Main St.•580.225.2580 https//www.fnbec.bank 2017 W. Third | 1300 S. Main | gpbankok.com &DUU\RXW‡&XUEVLGH‡'HOLYHU\ *UHDW3ODLQV Carry-out • Hut Lane • Delivery 2017 W. Third | 1300 S. 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