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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 The Elk City News PUBLIC RECORD BULLETIN Treasurer’s Office Reports $18 Billion Investment Portfolio in July OKLAHOMA CITY (August 31, to provide stability while positioning The 10-year Treasury yield increased Price Index increasing 3.4% over the September 7, 2026 2026) – The Oklahoma State Trea- the state to earn competitive returns.” to 4.74%, while the 30-year yield prior year, down from 3.5% in June. While precaution is observed, no responsibility is assumed for errors or surer’s Office released its July 2026 U.S. Treasurys continued to make reached 5.27%, its highest level since Consumer spending also softened omissions. The original public records are open to inspection and should be Investment Report, showing contin- up the majority of the state’s portfolio 2007. The shift reflected continued in July, with retail sales declining consulted before taking any action based on the information herein. There ued stability in the state’s investment at 76.1%, followed by money market concerns about inflation and expec- 0.6% after five consecutive monthly will not be any changes or exceptions to the publication of these records. portfolio as financial markets ad- mutual funds at 11.3% and mort- tations that interest rates could re- gains. The housing market weakened justed to rising long-term Treasury gage-backed securities at 10.5%. The main elevated. as existing home sales fell 1.7% from MISDEMEANORS yields, mixed equity performance remaining investments included The Federal Reserve held the June, while the average 30-year fixed State of Okla vs Alicia A Chapa Domestic assault & battery and ongoing inflation concerns. state and foreign bonds, U.S. gov- federal funds rate steady at 3.50% mortgage rate increased to 6.54%. State of Okla vs Marissa M Curry DUS. Possession of meth & The state’s investment portfolio ernment agencies and certificates of to 3.75% during its July meeting, The report also notes that real paraphernalia reached $18.0 billion in July, an in- deposit. though three members dissented in gross domestic product increased State of Okla vs Olivia G Littlehead Possession of meth & crease of approximately $200 million Financial markets were mixed in favor of a quarter-point increase. The at an annualized rate of 1.5% in the paraphernalia from July 2025. The portfolio earned July. The Dow Jones Industrial Av- Federal Open Market Committee second quarter, slowing from 2.1% in State of Okla vs William L Cothron Driving without a license. a 3.80% yield, up from 3.71% one erage gained 0.3%, while the S&P continued to cite inflation remaining the first quarter. Consumer spend- Possession of meth & paraphernalia year earlier, with a weighted average 500 declined 0.1% and the Nasdaq above its 2% target. ing, investment and exports contrib- State of Okla vs Harold K Rizley Trespassing. Resisting maturity of 908 days. Composite fell 3.2%. Rising Trea- Economic data showed a mixed uted to growth, while government State of Okla vs Arin B Harrel Possession of marijuana “July’s portfolio performance re- sury yields contributed to a shift picture. Nonfarm payroll employ- spending declined. State of Okla vs Lyle D Barry Eluding flected continued stability as markets away from technology stocks and ment declined by 23,000 in July, The complete July 2026 Invest- State of Okla vs Joshua J Johnson DUI responded to changing economic toward financial, energy and other while the unemployment rate edged ment Report is available at treasurer. State of Okla vs Lyle D Berry Harassing & threatening elec- conditions,” said State Treasurer value-oriented sectors. down to 4.1%. At the same time, in- ok.gov, including investment perfor- tronic communication Todd Russ. “Our balanced and disci- Treasury yields rose sharply at flation moderated for a second con- mance, portfolio holdings, market State of Okla vs William R Bryant Assault & battery plined investment strategy continues longer maturities during the month. secutive month, with the Consumer conditions and economic trends. State of Okla vs Rizley G Konner Threatening an act of violence State of Okla vs Taylor R Gordon Harassing & threatening electronic communication State of Okla vs Christian E Lucas Public intoxication. Disturb- ing the peace FELONIES State of Okla vs Ashe D Radden Child neglect. Aiding in delin- quency of minor. Possession of marijuana without a license. Possession of psilocynor, & psilocybin & paraphernalia State of Okla vs Kent Brown Embezzlement State of Okla vs Savannah N Carlile Possession of meth, & paraphernalia. Bringing contraband into jail State of Okla vs Darin C Gentry Burglary. Concealing stolen property State of Okla vs Christina S Bolin Unlawful uses of communi- cation facility Eza Randle and son Darius Randle after repairing a fence for a local resident in need. MARRIAGES invented a game, and spends time Coy Carnes, Elk City – Payten Tignor, Sayre Travis Hart, Lawton – Alyssa Kelm, Leedey SUPPORT with Bible study, group ministry, photography ministry, and rekin- Calvin Stehr, Elk City – Makinly Roulston, Elk City Continued from page 1 dles passion for Christ to those in William Hewitt, Wtfd – Emily Harrison, Wtfd leadership/pastor and praise lead- ucation for the physical man. Your ers. 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Oklaho- believes Oklahoma is the perfect place for a nuclear innovation Continued from page 1 great deals delivered energy policies as well as the per- ma’s existing workforce in weld- campus, and he believes that it mitting issues. ing and non-destructive testing will bring billions of revenues to right to your door! brought in by the nuclear innova- The project aims to recycle is being seen as a key advantage. the state. Keep an eye out for fur- tion project. spent fuel that potentially in- Watch out for the announce- ther announcements concerning The political climate challeng- creases energy utilization to 95 ment when the final decision is the award from the Department es the implementation of energy percent. This project encompass- made as to which state will be of Energy. OBITUARIES RUSSELL’S DR. JACQUELINE JONES COALSON AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING Dr. Jacqueline Jones Coalson 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. Antonio in 1979, after moving was born on March 12, 1938. Jackie grew up on a farm pick- from the University of Oklahoma. ~~~ 20 Years Experience ~~~ She was the daughter of Jack ing cotton. After working a sum- She was a respected pulmonary Lowell and Jewel (Adams) Jones, mer in the office of Dr. Martin, she pathologist who received consul- Lic. #038926 Russell Schneberger and the sister of Glenda Jeanne knew that she would be going to tation requests from around the P.O. Box 723 580-210-8008 Jones Tawney. She passed away medical school. At the University world. Much of her work support- Elk City, OK 73648 peacefully at home on March 27, of Oklahoma Health Sciences ed the University Hospital Sys- Center, she met her first hus- tem and the Audie L. Murphy VA band, Robert Ellis Coalson. To- Medical Center in San Antonio. Providing comfort and support for End of Life choices gether, they welcomed three chil- dren: Danon, Robert, and Diane. She was also a world-renowned researcher, serving as Program In the summer of 1979, Jackie Director for two major research Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual moved her family from Oklahoma initiatives focused on lung dis- lab team who went on to become resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as City to San Antonio, Texas. It was ease in premature infants, collab- physicians. cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the here that she became a prom- orating with institutions globally. Jackie later married Floyd inent medical researcher and She led the Pathology Core “Rusty” Richards after meeting practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. Professor Emeritus in the Depart- of a major study on Mycoplas- him at First Presbyterian Church. For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: ment of Pathology. Dr. Coalson ma pneumonia in asthma and Together, they traveled the world authored or co-authored over 160 worked closely with the Lung and cherished time with their Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator research works, focusing heavily Transplant Team, contributing grandchildren and pets. In her on lung development and injury. both diagnostically and through later years, she was doted on by Brianna Barker, RN - MANAGER OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES In 1990, she was inducted into research on transplant rejection. her children, grandchildren, and the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Within the department, Jackie great-grandchildren, celebrating Fame, and in 2023 she was rec- served as Director of the Histolo- their many achievements with SOME OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS ARE: ognized on the Scopus Citation gy and Electron Microscopy Core joy. She was a devoted San An- • Cancer • Failure to Thrive • End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) Metrics list for her high impact in Laboratories and as Interim De- tonio Spurs fan and rarely missed • End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) • End Stage Amyotrophic her field. partment Chairman. She was a a game. She loved getting her Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) • End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Jackie began her career in Pa- dedicated educator who inspired nails done and was affection- • End Stage Liver Disease • End Stage Renal Disease • AIDS/HIV thology at the University of Texas many students and colleagues, ately known as “Grandma” at • End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s Health Science Center in San including members of her own her nail salon, where she de- lighted in seasonal nail art. She was happiest at home with her Professional, Passionate beloved pets, Ruba and Jett, spending time gardening, thrift- Advance, Attentive ... ing, researching genealogy, and binge-watching Vera while enjoy- Our Difference is Our Care ing cherry turnovers. She was preceded in death Have you ever considered becoming a (USPS # 173-020) by her parents, Jack and Jewel hospice volunteer? Jones; her beloved sister, Glen- 580-225-3000 A fulfulling experience in the spirit of da Jeanne Tawney; her husband, giving and receiving. Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC Rusty Richards; and her son, 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 Robert Lowell. Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 She is survived by her daugh- ters, Danon (Don) Hassall and POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO BOX 964, Elk City, OK 73648 Diane (David) Shafer; her grand- children, Hannah (Justin) Dobbs, SUBSCRIPTIONS Sheryl Ponce, Kaitlin (Derek) Read, and Ol- Deliverd by mail: Staff Writer ivia (Anthony) Garza; and her $50/yearly print only great-grandchildren, Nevaeh, Lu- Neva Pyatt, cian, Roselyn, Iayanna, Atticus, $60/yearly print & online $40/online only Advertising Director Easton, Elena, Azriah, Azriel, and Evelyn, as well as her precious No refunds on subscriptions. Ashley Moore, pups, Jett and Ruba. [email protected] Advertising Director A memorial service will be held Locally owned & operated. Proudly serving [email protected] Nancy Karnowski, for her on September 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to Noon, at Quartz Carrie Perry, RN central western Oklahoma since 2011. ECNclassifi[email protected] CSR Mountain State Park.