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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026 The Elk City News MISDEMEANORS & FELONIES MISDEMEANORS State of Okla vs Alisha M Kupka DWI State of Okla vs Laura A Moffitt Larceny of merchandise State of Okla vs Davonn Goins DUI. Possession of marihuana & paraphernalia State of Okla vs Tommy D Elliott DUI State of Okla vs Bobby R Twyman Trespassing FELONIES State of Okla vs Leon B Ramirez Violation of Mary Rippy crime registration act State of Okla vs Tiffany Bonds Resisting & eluding an officer State of Okla vs Robert A Garmon DUI. Possession of medical marihuana without a license "There will not be any changes or exceptions to the publication of these records." MARRIAGES & DIVORCES DIVORCES Jesus Contreras vs Kenia Pulido Kristina Brown vs David Brown Mason Snider vs Krysta Snider Denley went on to say that they They were also able to see the the new interview room that held TOUR also have video capabilities. If the victim is somewhere, dispatch can new courtroom, which is consider- ably smaller than it was. The Okla- a big screen monitor and television to see what is going on at any time. Continued from page 1 send a link as long as the link is ac- homa seal placed above the judge’s They also have an Internet Crimes cepted. The video comes in blurred bench was impressive. Weygand Task Force where they monitor a Hispanic caller call me and they and once it is acknowledged, they said that it alone was one of the possible internet and child pornog- only speak Spanish, it’s going to can see the actual video. most expensive items in the build- raphy crimes. transcribe that to me in English. I She also said that they are part ing. The judge normally sits higher The tour ended with Weygand talk back to them in English, and of the 911 Management Authority, than others in a courtroom, but be- and Denley answering questions. it transcribes to them in Spanish,” which offers grant money that can cause they would have had to put The facility is a definite improve- she said. pay for anything that is for dispatch ramps in, they decided to leave it all ment and deserved for the ECPD, “The only language it works on a 80/20 matching funds. Addi- on the same level. as well as the City of Elk City. Soon both ways is the Spanish, but that is tionally, the training is covered 100 On down the hall, the Rotary dispatch will be moving into the the majority of what we get. It also percent by the authority. Club was able to see the new patrol building, and they will all be under has a chat where we can text back As the Rotarians went through room that was centralized with su- one roof again. The community and forth with them (the caller). It the newly designed building, they pervisor’s offices surrounding the can be proud of the investment also has video, so we know this is were able to see the new male and stations. The chief’s office was also into the ones who serve and pro- the caller. So if you’re a caller, like female accommodations that in- impressive, as were the detectives’ tect each and every citizen, each domestic violence, you text 911, cluded storage, lockers, showers, offices and work area. Weygand and every day. without calling first.” and more space for the staff. and Denley proceeded to show off (USPS # 173-020) OBITUARIES 580-225-3000 playing the guitar as well as the Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 BETH KOWALSKI piano. She found great joy in spending time with her family. Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 Beth Louise Kowalski, 76 of Beth attended Southeast High Above all else, Beth loved her Sulphur, Oklahoma, formerly of School, Wichita, Kansas and grad- family. She delighted in watching POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO BOX 964, Elk City, OK 73648 Elk City, Oklahoma was born on uated with the class of 1967. She her children, grandchildren, and March 21, 1949, in Hayes, Kan- continued her education at Kan- great-grandchildren grow and Sheryl Ponce, sas to Roy A. and Winifred Viola sas State University graduating cherished every moment spent SUBSCRIPTIONS together, whether at gatherings, Staff Writer (Perrill) Hoisington. Beth looked with Cum Laude, obtaining her Deliverd by mail: upon the face of her Lord and Bachelors Administration Degree or in simple everyday moments. $50/yearly print only Neva Pyatt, Savior on Saturday, March 14, in Humanities. Beth belonged Beth’s legacy is one of unwavering $60/yearly print & online 2026, at Brookdale Senior Liv- to Alpha Xi Delta sorority, serv- love, dedication to family, and a $40/online only Advertising Director ing, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, ing as song leader and president. life well lived. She will be deep- No refunds on subscriptions. Ashley Moore, surrounded by her loving family. On February 6 ,1981, Beth mar- ly missed and forever cherished Advertising Director She was a devoted daugh- ried the love of her life, Tim Kow- by all who knew and loved her. [email protected] ter, wife, mother, grand- alski. Their marriage was a true The memories Beth created will Elk City, Oklahoma, where she [email protected] Nancy Karnowski, mother, and great-grandmother partnership filled with love and retired. She was also a member continue to provide comfort and ECNclassifi[email protected] CSR whose life was centered on devotion. Together, they shared of the Christian Women’s Fellow- joy to those she leaves behind. love, family, and togetherness. many beautiful years, building a ship and Guild, and Treasure for Celebration of Life will be held life rich with memories, laugh- Elk City Nursing Home Auxilia- at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March ter, and family. Tim preceded her ry, and helped at Compassionate 25, 2026, at Martin-Dugger Fu- Providing comfort and support for End of Life choices in death on February 21, 2022. Beth faithfully served six years as Friends, a grief support group for people who had lost their children. neral Home Chapel, Elk City, Oklahoma. Pastor James Dean church secretary at First Chris- Beth loved raising her cats, read- will officiate. A second service Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual tian Church Disciples of Christ, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, ing, writing letters, singing and resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as March 28, 2026 at First Christian cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the Church, 403 West Muskogee Ave- practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. nue, Sulphur, Oklahoma. Services have been entrusted to the care For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator BRITSLIQUORLOOP of Richard and Tammy Dugger and the staff of Martin-Dugger Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Elk City, Oklahoma. 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