October 25, 2025 Issue, Page 2 of 12

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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2025 The Elk City News ble, while the Jitterbugs and RCCT Ghosts will be played by the Ensemble, with featured danc- Continued from page 1 ers. The musical is based on Citizens of Munchkinland the 1900 novel called, “The are Mayor – Sophia Guy, Cor- Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” by oner – Amelia Hardin, Bar- L. Frank Baum. The film ver- rister – Leah Fanshier, Fid- sion was released in 1939 and dler – Harlie Zutell, Braggart written by Noel Langley, Flor- – Reegan Matthews, Three ence Ryerson, and Edgar Allan Tots – Ellen Ferguson, Rossi Woolf. McCullock, Ivy Orgain, Three Follow Dorothy down the Tough Guys – Fritzi Stanley, Yellow Brick Road with her William Stanley, Blake Wood, dog, Toto, by her side as she Three City Fathers – Kaydean was blown away in a Kansas Nalley, Ainsley House, Scarlett tornado. She travels down Smith, and School Teacher – the road to find the Emerald Tinlee Chase. City and the Wizard to re- The Ozians will be played by turn home. Along the way she Caitlynn Osborn, Kaitlyn Bak- meets a scarecrow who needs er, London House, Joy Hale a brain, a cowardly lion look- Moore, Beth Hansen, Lilyanna ing for courage, and a tin man Kelly, and the Ensemble. looking for a heart. While The Winkies are Dashel the Wizard wants the Wicked Jones, Lucy Kachner, and the Witch of the West’s broom to Ensemble. help Dorothy go home, the The Flying Monkeys will be group learns the truth about played by Nicole Groves, Me- the Wizard. ladie Martinez, and Aaliyah This production will be Coronado. The Poppies are RCCT’s winter or Christmas the Teen and Kids’ Ensem- show for the season. Misdemeanors Felonies MISDEMEANORS State of Okla vs Colton Kirk DUI. Leaving the scene of an accident State of Okla vs Tiffany K Dean DUS. No insurance State of Okla vs A D Johnson DUS FELONIES State of Okla vs Jacob R Suarez Sodom of minor under age 16 Marriages & Divorces Pride of Western Oklahoma, Elk City High School Band continues a 44 year streak of Superior ratings at the State Marching Contest. MARRIAGES Troy Danks, Cordell – Bree Moore, Cordell at 102 N. Main in the amount Force vehicle to another agency. finished, and operations have HIRE of $11,500. City Inspector Gary Nix told the commissioners that They also approved the Pay App #17 to Joe D. Hall General Con- been moved to the new terminal. The old terminal is almost ready Continued from page 1 there has been interest in the tractors, LLC, for Elk City Fire to be demolished. building since the improvement and Police Construction in the Ivester also told the com- stopped, and it will not stop,” have been made to the outside amount of $713,917.45, a bud- missioners that the downtown Martin began. of the building. Fixing the floors geted progress payment. project is going according to the He continued to tell the com- would make it more attractive to The bid from Scott’s Enter- schedule. They will move to the (USPS # 173-020) missioners that it will be import- those interested in the property. prises for painting of the T-33 west side of Main Street, and the ant to work with the senate and Twenty-one Kennel Clad Pre- Thunderbolt Aircraft at the Elk crews are working late to get the 580-225-3000 meet with senate candidates for mium Insulated Guillotine doors City Regional Airport entrance project completed by mid-No- Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC the district. He also talked about for the animal control facility in in the amount of $12,000 was ap- vember. 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 the studies that have been con- the amount of $8,551.87, a bud- proved. Ivester told the commis- The commissioners then Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 ducted concerning water for the geted item, was approved. They sioners that the aircraft has been turned to the financial report, area. went on to approve the purchase painted twice over the past three which was expected at this time POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO BOX 964, Elk City, OK 73648 The commissioners approved of seven pickups from Barber years, and because it is alumi- of year. Sales tax does not cover the contract and continued to Dyson Ford in Elk City for the num it does not hold the color. the cost of all the services pro- SUBSCRIPTIONS Sheryl Ponce, approve the amendment to the total amount of $338,487, a bud- It is owned by the Department vided for free in Elk City, such Staff Writer contract between the City of Elk geted item. The vehicles includ- of Defense; therefore, it must be as police and fire protection. Deliverd by mail: City and Escofet. City Manager ed a 2026, F350 4x4 chassis cab painted within certain regula- They budget for the loss, and at $50/yearly print only Neva Pyatt, Tom Ivester said that this is an $60/yearly print & online pickup for the landfill; two 2026 tions. this time they are showing the $40/online only Advertising Director extension of the same agreement F-250 4x4 long bed pickups for The commissioners approved budgeted loss is better than pro- from Dec. 1, 2025, to July 1, sanitation and right of way de- the Purchase Orders FY 25-26 jected. The first quarter ended No refunds on subscriptions. Gina Jones, 2025, for facility improvement. partments; two 2026 F-250 4x4 and recurring invoices for Oct. strong. [email protected] Advertising Director They also approved the short bed pickups for the main- 6th. In the supervisor’s report, City Treasurer, Jennifer Rain- Change Order for Culverstone tenance and water distribution Rob Crews, RMRS, who is con- ey gave the sales tax numbers [email protected] Nancy Karnowski, Construction for the repairs and departments; and two 2026 tracted with the state through a for October. There was an in- ECNclassifi[email protected] CSR improvements to the floors in F-150 Super crew XL pickups for federal grant, told the commis- crease of 2.6 percent from last the old Snips building, located the park and water waste depart- sioners about his role and what year and 5.2 percent for the fis- ments. he has scheduled over the next cal year over last year. The use The quote received from Stock- few months. tax decreased by 5.5 percent, Providing comfort and support for End of Life choices yard City Equipment and Rental for a UTV for the Wastewater The City Manager’s Report followed Crews. Ivester who and there was an increase of 3 percent overall in the cigarette Treatment facility in the amount talked about what he called the tax. Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual of $15,223.99, a budgeted item, big three projects. The first one The mayor asked for public resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as was tabled until they could get he spoke about was the airport comments, and having none cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the more information about local hangar. There are two aircrafts, the meeting was adjourned at practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. vendors and comparisons. there and two more scheduled to 3:08 p.m. The meetings for the The commissioners agreed to come in. The hangar continues month of Nov. will take place. For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: the surplus of a 2018 Chevrolet to get occupants. The taxiway is Nov 3rd, at 7 p.m., and Nov. Tahoe, which was a Drug Task completed, the terminal is being 19th, at 2 p.m. Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator Holli Brittain, RN - MANAGER OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES OBITUARIES SOME OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS ARE: • Cancer • Failure to Thrive • End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) • End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) • End Stage Amyotrophic DALTON HAVEN Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) • End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) “A heart that loved deeply, a happiest was the time he spent with • End Stage Liver Disease • End Stage Renal Disease • AIDS/HIV laugh that lit up every room, and a his family and friends. He had a • End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s life that will never be forgotten.” big heart and an even bigger per- Dalton Ranson Haven was born sonality -always ready with a joke, a on May 2, 1997 to Andrew John smile, or something to make every- Professional, Passionate and Dana Michele (Drinnon) Hav- one around him laugh. There was en in Clinton, OK. He passed away never a dull moment when Dalton Advance, Attentive ... on October 12, 2025 at the age of 28 was around. His life was full of joy, Our Difference is Our Care years, 5 months, and 10 days. laughter, and love, and he had a way Dalton began his early life in of making every person he met feel and Dana Haven of Durham, OK; Cheyenne, OK where he attended special. three sisters Brittany Hamman of Have you ever considered becoming a Elk City, Tiffany Trollinger of Elk school until the 5th grade. In 2006, In his spare time, Dalton loved hospice volunteer? his family moved to Durham, OK welding, fishing, and hunting. He City, and Haley Haven of Winter- A fulfulling experience in the spirit of and he later graduated from Rey- had a soft spot for animals and was haven, FL; his maternal grandma giving and receiving. don Public Schools with the class always bringing home a stray dog, Marcella Drinnon of Elk City, OK; of 2015. a new tattoo idea, or an old car he and many aunts, uncles, nieces, From a young age, Dalton had a planned to fix up. He also loved rid- nephews, extended family and strong work ethic and a heart full ing and modifying his motorcycle. countless friends who loved him of determination. He started help- But above all, Dalton loved being a dearly. ing his dad fix windmills, and raise dad. His kids were his whole world, Dalton will be remembered for cattle, and by the age of 14, he was and he cherished every moment he his infectious laugh, his generous already working for Taylor Shaw had with them. heart, and the way he could light up building fence. After graduation, Dalton was preceded in death by any room he walked into. His love, Dalton continued with Taylor Shaw his paternal grandparents Gertrud humor, and spirit will live on for- before starting his own fencing and and Ranson Haven and maternal ever in the hearts of all who knew welding work. Over the years, he grandfather Roy Drinnon. him. “Those we love don’t go away, also ran heavy equipment for dif- He is survived by his fiancée, They walk beside us every day. ferent contractors and worked in Shelby Bailey of Durham, OK; his Unseen, unheard, but always the oil field, most recently for Pre- two children, Annabel Jett and near, Locally owned & operated. Proudly serving cision Drilling. Ranson Loyal Haven and his step- Still loved, still missed, and very Carrie Perry, RN central western Oklahoma since 2011. Dalton loved working with his daughter, Saylor Maniatakes. He is dear” hands, but what truly made him also survived by his parents John