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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026 The Elk City News MISDEMEANORS & FELONIES DAR Meeting Minutes The Washita Chapter DAR noted change will be the ending of ing families with children 0-3 years Monument near Hollis, Oklahoma MISDEMEANORS Meeting for March was brought to the American Spirit magazine to of age with needed items, such will be held on Mach 21st, hosted State of Okla vs Jennifer R Smith Child not in school order by Regent Kay Hangerman, the new digital publication that will as diapers, pull-ups, wet wipes, by the Duncan Indian Territory vs Kaitlyn R Bonning Child not in school with the opening ceremony and be available to members at no cost. formula and reversible car seats. and the Washita Chapter. vs Tommy D Elliott Concealing stolen property she was assisted by the Chaplain The National Defense record Their mission is to: “Strengthen The meeting was closed with vs Ryan A Wynn Trespassing Robertha Fariss. The Daughters led was given by Ellena Womack. families and decrease the number Marci Grant, leading the Daugh- vs Dakota L Vanderwork Public intoxication by members participated in the fol- The presentation was given by of young children who enter into ter’s Pledge. FELONIES lowing: The Pledge of Allegiance, Dr. Kalie Keith, Director of Rural the foster care system. We provide Members present: Roberta State of Okla vs Mark D Herndon Assault & battery on medical by Virginia Reid; The American’s Health at SWOSU, founder and a safe and supportive space to en- Diggs, Lu Eisler, Robetha Far- care provider Creed, by Pat Sides; The Preamble Executive Director of Harley’s courage families with the ultimate ris, Marci Grant, Kay Kagerman, vs Jorge Avitia-Moreno DUI of the Constitution, by Lu Eisler; House Crisis Nursery. She was goal of preventing child abuse and Kathryn Harrison, Honorary State vs Darin C Gentry Burglaries and the Salute to the Oklahoma joined by, the Basement coordina- neglect.” Regent Nancy Lisle, April Mill- Flag, by Judy Tracy. tor, Lexi Hunt who shared about The selection of new officers was er, Virginia Reid, Pat Sides, Linda The President’s General Message the founding of this local non- also held, and they will be installed Stewart, Judy Tracy. Prospective "There will not be any changes or exceptions noting events that were happening profit; that is dedicated to serving at a later meeting. The group was member; Armeta Lister. Guests: to the publication of these records." in 2026 concerning American 250, children and families in Western reminded that the rededication Dr. Kalie Keith and Lexi Hinz from and the DAR’s participation. One Oklahoma. They focus on provid- ceremony for the 100th Meridian Harley’s House. MARRIAGES & DIVORCES MARRIAGES Colby Smith, Carter – Joshlyn Sanders, Elk City Great Plains Regional Medical Center Brandon Hindman, Reydon – Cortney New, DIVORCES Hunter Jackson vs Dalileh Dudley Honored for Excellent Patient Outcomes Elk City hospital named Performance Leadership Award winner ELK CITY, OKLA. Mar. 20, 2026 ly, CEO. “Western Oklahoma is our ing. INDEX benchmarks are relied home to 50 physicians who deliv- – Great Plains Regional Medical home, and we believe our friends, upon by rural hospitals, health sys- er high-quality, cost-effective care Center (GPRMC) has received a family and neighbors deserve the tems with rural footprints, hospital across 25 general and specialty Performance Leadership Award best providers and technologies associations and state offices of ru- areas. GPRMC operates western from The Chartis Center for Rural right here in our own community. ral health to measure performance Oklahoma’s only physician-staffed, Health. We are honored to be recognized across multiple areas impacting 24-hour emergency department The Elk City hospital received for the lifesaving care our team pro- hospital operations and finance. and the only 24-hour general and the award for excellence in patient vides each and every day.” Great Plains Regional Medical orthopedic surgery centers in the outcomes for 2025. GPRMC was Performance Leadership Awards Center is the largest health care pro- region. As a nonprofit hospital ac- one of only 10 Oklahoma hospitals are based on the results of the Char- vider in western Oklahoma offer- credited by The Joint Commission, recognized. tis Rural Hospital Performance ing a full range of medical services, GPRMC is committed to meeting “Delivering outstanding medical INDEX®, a comprehensive and including the region’s most com- the highest standards in patient care to our community is a duty we objective framework for assessing prehensive obstetrics and women’s care. Learn more at gprmc-ok.com. take seriously,” said Corey G. Live- how rural hospitals are perform- health departments. GPRMC is SUBSCRIBE TODAY girl and has been burned by previ- to 35 years old. Dwane is Doralee’s for alcohol. Tinsworthy is Hart’s RCCT ous husbands. She is 30 to 35 years old. The boss, Mr. Hart is the firm’s husband who is supportive of her professional pursuits. He is 25 to boss and chairman of the board. He is 50 to 60 years old. The rest of the Continued from page 1 executive and chauvinist. His fake 30 years old. Josh is Violet’s teenage cast includes the ensemble of office charm shows through to his true son who is 15 to 18 years old. Maria employees, police officers, and hos- Current news and with a strong chorus. There is stan- colors of arrogance. He is 45 to 50 is a young secretary in Hart’s office. pital employees. dard dancing in the show. Violet, great deals delivered a 40- to 50-year-old female, is the years old. Other characters in this produc- She is 20 to 30 years old. Dick is Ju- dy’s soon to be ex-husband who is After the cast is set and rehears- als are underway, the show will company’s head secretary and Mr. right to your door! Hart’s Administrative Assistant. tion include Roz Keith who is the 35 to 45 years old. open May 29th, 30th, and 31st, along office gossip and snitch. She loves Kathy is a gossip secretary in with June 5th, 6th, and 7th. For more Doralee is a young, sexy, spitfire Mr. Hart and wants his approval. Hart’s office who is 30 to 40 years information, follow the Red Carpet who works in Mr. Hart’s office. She She is 35 to 45. Joe is a handsome old, while Maragret is a 30- to Community Theatre on social me- is 20 to 30 years old. Judy is the new young office accountant. He is 25 40-year-old and has a propensity dia or go to wwwrcct.org. (USPS # 173-020) OBITUARIES 580-225-3000 public service, Dora was a woman Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 DORA BOWIE of many talents and deep faith. She was an accomplished cake decora- Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 tor, a vibrant gardener and played January 9, 1939 – February 18, her 87 years as a pillar of strength the organ for church on Sundays. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO BOX 964, Elk City, OK 73648 2026 and a source of wisdom for every- Dora was known for her legendary It is with deep love and profound one who knew her. She leaves this cooking skills, “no one ever left her SUBSCRIPTIONS Sheryl Ponce, respect that the family of Dora Lea world having touched the hearts of Staff Writer table hungry or unsatisfied.” Deliverd by mail: Bowie announces her peaceful many. Dora was Preceded in death by: $50/yearly print only Neva Pyatt, passing at the age of 87. Dora tran- Her professional legacy was Her husband, James Ewing $60/yearly print & online sitioned under gentle hospice care one of profound compassion. 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