Robert Hyde Remembered
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Members of the Barber County Rodeo board make a presentation to the widow and daughter (Marci and Bayli) of longtime board member Robert Hyde in the arena at the rodeo Saturday night. Photo by Yvonne Miller
Robert Hyde remembered At Barber County Rodeo
By Yvonne Miller At the Barber County Rodeo in Hardtner, Kan., Saturday night, Garrett Lohmann led a riderless horse into the arena with Robert Hyde’s cowboy hat on the saddle horn – an arena where he worked the chutes for years. A long-time Barber County Rodeo board member, “RawHyde,” as he was lovingly referred to by friends, died in a vehicle accident in February at age 53. As the rodeo announcer said to the silent The Alva Review-Courier / Newsgram is published Wednesday by Martin Broadcasting Corp. 620 Choctaw St. Alva, Oklahoma 73717 Lynn L. Martin, President Telephone Numbers: Alva Review-Courier 580-327-2200 Newsgram 580-327-1510 FAX 580-327-2454 www.alvareviewcourier.com E-Mail: manager @alvareviewcourier.net news@alvareviewcourier.net Entire Contents Copyright 2013 Members of: Associated Press Oklahoma Press Association
and respectful crowd, Hyde’s death is a reminder that life is precious. Hyde’s wife Marci and daughter Bayli entered the arena in Stoney Reif’s horse-drawn wagon. With hats in hand
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Barber County Rodeo board member Garrett Lohmann leads a riderless horse into the arena at the rodeo as the board remembers their friend and long-time member Robert Hyde who died earlier this year. Photo by Yvonne Miller
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Stands celebrate 60th anniversary
Virginia and Eugene Stands Eugene and Virginia Stands will celebrate 60 years of marriage on Aug. 2. The couple will celebrate by going on
a Hawaiian cruise this August with their children and grandchildren. Eugene is a retired postman from
the US Postal Service and Virginia is a retired teacher from the Alva public school system. Their children are Steve and Tracie Stands, Edmond; Craig and Treva Custer, Booker, Texas; Kirk and Jolene Peterman, Tomball, Texas; and Michael and Rhonna Ames, Fayetteville, N.C. Grandchildren are Casey Stands and Dillon Parker and Erin Stands, Edmond; Kelsey Stands, Edmond; Shelby Custer, Austin, Texas; Seth and Monica Custer, Booker, Texas; Heather Peterman, Morris, Ill.; Joshua Peterman, Indianapolis, Ind.; Ciera Ames, Fayetteville, N.C.; and Jake Ames, Fayetteville, N.C. They have one great grandchild, Julian Eugene Parker of Edmond. We are truly honored and grateful for the example you have shown us. Thank you for always providing spiritual guidance and nurturing our families. We are truly blessed to have you as parents, grandparents and great grandparents. Congratulations on your milestone. We love you! Cards can be sent to PO Box 280, Alva, OK 73717.
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Cute wedding RSVP reply form goes viral By Lynn L. Martin There may be some non-computer types who’ve not come across the phrase “going viral.” The phrase means that some joke, photo or document has spread over the Internet like wild fire, reaching far more readers than the authors intended. I know from my experience in the wedding business that couples are frequently frustrated because they send out RSVP cards for people to return so they can make an estimate of how much food to prepare and how many tables to place. The frustration occurs when people forget to return the cards with either a “yes” or “no.” A creative Chicago-area couple said they wanted to show that their country club wedding reception wouldn’t be a stuffy affair, so they designed an RSVP card that reflected their personalities. Katie Kerr and Chris Sabino’s clever invitation for their September nuptials called for guests to choose from a list of funny reasons why they would or would not be able to attend the wedding. Here are the choices on the list: Yes! I will be attending because: • Two words: free booze. • I’m in your wedding party, idiot. Wait, is this optional? • I plan on sneaking off during the toasts to play a quick round. • I would never dream of missing it! After all, knowing the Kerr/Sabino family (please circle one), this should be a night full of must see fun/drama/ridiculous dancing (circle one). No. I won’t be attending because: • I’m lame. On a scale of one to ten, my lameness would be in the 9.5 to 9.8 range. • I’ll be watching the Cubs win the World Series.
(Edit: these options are meant to be circumstances that could actually happen.) • I will be visiting, uh, Yemen. Yeah, Yemen. But it’s a secret trip. So if you ask anyone, they will have no clue what you’re talking about. • I don’t know who you people are or how you got my address. Leave me alone! (Oh, and congrats on your upcoming nuptials.) “Originally we had thought about doing some unique storybook-like in-
vitations, but they just weren’t in the budget. This was the next best way we could think of to get our personalities across in the invites,” Kerr told the Daily News. “We wanted people to open the invitations, laugh, have fun interacting with them and say ‘that’s so Katie and Chris!’” “We think this will be an awesome story we get to tell our future children,” Kerr said. The bride-to-be, a social media manager, posted a picture of the RSVP card on Reddit and it took on a life of its own. The picture received a couple hundred upvotes – the Reddit equivalent of Facebook likes – and was picked up by numerous media outlets. “We’ve had distant cousins and friends tell us they saw it on the news in Montreal, Texas, Kentucky, Philadelphia, the U.K. and a bunch of other places,” Kerr said. “I never could have dreamed that our goofy wedding RSVPs would have drawn so much attention.” Kerr and Sabino are set to be married on Sept. 21 and she said they are a little nervous that their actual wedding day won’t live up to the hype and excitement caused by the invitations. “But we really are surprised, humbled and having fun with all of the commotion,” Kerr added. “We know we are going to have the coolest wedding scrapbook, and we think this will be an awesome story we get to tell our future children.”
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Campbells celebrate 60th wedding anniversary Clyde and Norma Campbell will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with a come-and-go reception from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11. Friends and family are invited to celebrate with them at First Christian Church in Helena. Clyde is a retired farmer and Norma is a housewife. The couple has one son, Larry and wife Renee Campbell of Helena. They have three grandchildren, Mandy Parks and husband Josh, Logan Campbell and Jared Campbell, all of Helena. The couple request no gifts, only fellowship or cards. Cards may be sent to 8197 County Road 630, Helena, OK 73741.
Norma and Clyde Campbell
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Cooper – Lauderdale announce engagement Jay and Tami Cooper are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lexie Irene Cooper of Alva, to Christopher Michael Lauderdale of Woodward, son of Don and Lynn Lauderdale. Lexie is a 2007 graduate of Alva High School and a 2012 graduate of Northwestern Oklahoma State University with a bachelor of science degree in health and sports science. She is currently employed at Alva State Bank and Trust. Chris is a 2004 graduate of Woodward High School and a 2011 graduate of Northwestern Oklahoma State University with a bachelor of science degree in accounting, business administration and health and sport science. Chris is currently employed at BancCentral. Grandparents of the bride are the late Glen and Dorothy Cooper of Blackwell and Dr. Charles and Lola Heaton of Alva. Grandparents of the groom are Wilfred and Elena Lauderdale of Tulsa and Nellie Rhodes and the late Elmer Rhodes of Anthony, Kan. The couple will be united in marriage in Alva at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Aug. 31.
Lexie Cooper and Christopher Lauderdale
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Lee – Shrum announce engagement Taylor is the son of Bill and Samatha Shrum of Manchester. His maternal grandparents are Linda Russell of Burlington and Delmar and Cathy Corr of Canadian, Texas. His paternal grandparents are Patricia McGinnis of Wakita and the late Bill Shrum Sr. Shannon graduated from Canadian Valley Technology Center with CNA and CMA certifications. She graduated from Amber-Pocasset High School in 2011. Shannon will be employed with the Burlington
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Shannon Lee and Taylor Shrum Shannon Renee Lee of Chickasha and William “Taylor” Shrum of Manchester are pleased to announce their upcoming wedding. Shannon is the daughter of Boyd and Susie Lee of Chickasha. Her maternal grandparents are Dale and Kaye Cook of Norman. Her paternal grandparents are Bill and Karen Lee of Chickasha and the late Irene Lee.
Public Schools. Taylor graduated from Autrey Technology Center with carpentry certifications in 2012 and Burlington High School in 2011. He is employed with American Safety Supply out of Waynoka. The couple will exchange marriage vows in a public ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 24, at the Southern Oaks Church of Christ in Chickasha. After a honeymoon in Jaimaica, they will make their home in Burlington.
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words, hugs and a belt buckle engraved with “In loving memory of Robert Hyde.” Robert’s proud mother Tommie Hyde was in the stands snapping pictures. When asked about the event, Marci said, “It really touched me when Darrin Alexander said, `You’ll always have a rodeo family.’ It was quite an honor – I could hear Rob saying, `You didn’t have to do this much for me.’” Marci posted pics of Robert at previous rodeos and wrote the following message on her Facebook page prior to the rodeo, “As the days approach, I have to admit this is one of the `first’ events without Robert that is `hitting me hard.’ Robert took a lot of pride in helping at the rodeo. I heard many cowboys through the years tell him that he was one of the best chute men they ever had. Yes, just
nod your head, and RawHyde was going to make sure the lever was tripped at the right time. Dalton Black asked who was going to do Robert’s job this year. I got a tear in my eye and thought, `cowboys and angels.’” Marcy said her husband was on the fair board over 20 years because she remembers he was already on the board when they dated in 1992. She said the buckle is “really special” and Bayli plans to wear it when showing animals. Marci always seems to put on a positive face to the public since her husband’s untimely death. When asked how, she replied, “I get through it because of my faith. If God brought me to it – he’ll get me through it. It helps that Bayli is so strong. It’s like having a little Robert beside me.”
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A quartet from the Border Line Theatre performs at the merchant’s building during the Barber County Fair in Hardtner, Kan. They received applause and cheers there as they did when they sang the National Anthem on the opening night of the rodeo. Quartet members are (left to right) semi-retired Kiowa man Craig Ragan, South Barber student Grant Cantrell, Barber County Sheriff Justin Rugg and South Barber teacher and coach Tim Rector. You are invited to audition this Sunday and Monday for Border Line’s fall production. Photo by Yvonne Miller
Border Line Auditions Sunday and Monday for `Radio Gals’ Bob Gilliland to direct BLT Production for first time By Yvonne Miller Calling all actors and actresses who have a love of music, both vocal and instrumental! This coming Sunday and Monday, Aug. 4 and 5, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Border Line Theatre will hold auditions for its fall production at the Kiowa Community Building in Kiowa, Kan. Show dates are Oct. 26 and 27 and Nov. 2 and 3. The production is “Radio Gals,” a musical comedy. The show calls for a seven-member cast. Don’t let the name “gals” discourage musically talented males who don’t mind dressing in drag. When Border Line opened its 11th season with this show in 2005, boisterous Chris Stinnett brilliantly played one of “Swindell Sisters.” The plot centers around a retired music teacher who receives a radio transmitter as a gift and begins broadcasting as radio station “WGAL.” With the help of the seemingly innocent “Hazelnuts,” the radio signal of their colorful performance in which they sell “Horehound Compound” unknowingly reaches far beyond their small Arkansas town. See Auditions Page 30
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BARBARA GORDON Funeral services for Barbara Gordon, 83, are pending at Marshall Funeral Home of Alva.
capacities through his life of service to Christ (including being elected to deacon emeritus). It was also in the church that he saw a beautiful young lady in the choir. Ila later became his wife before he went into the service of our country. Gerald was drafted into the army in April 1953 during the Korean conflict. While in basic training at Fort Bliss, Texas, he was selected for leadership training and upon completion served overseas in Germany. When he was not on military manoeuvres they travelled Europe. He reached the rank of corporal and received the National Defence Service Medal. He excelled in the military and it became one of his most cherished memories. Upon coming home he and Ila took up the family business of farming and it was his passion. He had his hands full with five children but always had time to invent and build items to keep them busy. He also spent a lot of time with his children and others volunteering for 4-H, FFA and various other school activities. One of the most amazing things he did was invent and build ways to make farming better. One invention that he made years later became a common tool of the trade. Gerald was an incredible man and is a continuing role model of Christianity and church service, love of family and friends, patriotism and community service, and hard work and dedication to the career of farming. Gerald touched the lives of many people with his smile, compassion and generosity, and maintained his passion for living life to the fullest all the way to the end. Funeral services will be Friday, July 26, at 10 a.m. at First Christian Church in Cherokee with Rev. Tom Stanley and Dr. Gerald Wessels, Jr., officiating. Burial will follow at Short Springs Cemetery on Highway 64 near Alva. Visitation will be Thursday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with family present from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Arrangements are by Lanman Funeral Home, Inc., of Cherokee. Memorials may be made to the Midway Class or CWF of the Cherokee First Christian Church through the funeral home. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.lanmanmemorials.
Obituaries JEAN WESNER COX Jean Wesner Cox, the youngest daughter of Maud and Charles Wesner, was born Sept. 21, 1922, and passed from this life July 30, 2013. Jean attended Alva schools and graduated from Horace Mann in 1939. On Dec. 15, 1940, Jean was united in marriage with Fred Cox, Jr. To this union were born three sons, James, David and Larry, and a daughter, Barbara. In 1955 Jean began her studies in Library Science at Northwestern Oklahoma State University. Her passion for libraries was also her vocation. Jean worked at the Alva Public library for five years before moving to Denver where she worked in the Jefferson County Library system for eleven years. Retiring from Jefferson County in 1986, Jean returned to Alva and once again took up the position of librarian in the Alva Library. An avid reader, Jean also enjoyed gardening, sewing and her family. Computer scrabble, emailing family and friends and books were sources of enjoyment for her in her latter years. Jean was preceded in death by her husband Fred, her sister Helen Weigand and two grandsons Kenneth and Brandon. She is survived by her sons, her daughter, eight grandsons, two granddaughters, numerous great grandchildren and her sister Sylvia Love. By her request Jean was cremated and no services will be held. Memorial donations are welcome to the Alva Public Library in care of Marshall Funeral Home. Remembrances may be shared with the family at www.marshallfuneralhomes. com.
GERALD ‘CHUB’ GARK WESSELS SR. Gerald “Chub” Gark Wessels Sr., a long-time resident of Cherokee, was born Nov. 29, 1932, and passed away July 23, 2013. After a courageous four-year battle with health issues, Gerald passed away peacefully at the Cherokee Manor. Gerald was born and raised on the farm that his parents owned three and one-half miles west of Cherokee and attended public school there. His passion for farming and taking care of the land and livestock was an inspiration for everyone that he met in his 80 years. The only thing stronger was his love for his saviour Jesus Christ and for his wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, family and friends. He was one of eight children born to the late Ado and Mary Wessels and was the beloved husband of Ila Wessels for over sixty years. Gerald was cherished by his devoted brothers Gark Wessels, Bill Wessels, George Wessels and Ado Wessels Jr.; loving sisters Grace Potter, Anna Davis and Mary Erskine; beloved children Gerald and Teresa Wessels, David and Tina Wessels, Everett Wessels, Ado Mark and Teresa Wessels and Marla and Mike Klassen; treasured grandchildren Candace and Bobby Hunter, Jeremy and Allison Wessels, Jason and Jen Wessels, Eric Wessels, Sandi Wessels, Mandi and Ryan Treadwell, Melanie and Joe Claborn, Thomas Wessels, Shandi and Colton Roesener, Brittany and Zack Cranor and Shay Klassen; precious great-grandchildren Chase, Blaine and Shelby Hunter, Georgia, Rebekah, and Jonah Wessels, Ellie Wessels, Porter and Ada Claborn, Wyatt DeVore and Cayden Stacey, along with countless other friends and family who were blessed to know him. Gerald grew up in Cherokee and attended public school until ninth grade when he left school to help his brother, Ado, build his house. He accepted Jesus Christ as his saviour at the age of twelve and maintained a life of servitude in the church, where he served in various
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Alfalfa County 4-H members and Extension Educators recently attended State 4-H Round-Up at Oklahoma State University. The theme was “Waves of Change, Oceans of Opportunity.” Haven Davis and Taylor Miller competed in the PowerPoint competition. Bayli Hyde was named the State 4-H Round-Up Speech Winner for her speech about fracking and the U.S. water supply. She was presented scholarship money and a plaque from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. She will present her speech at the Governor’s Water Conference in October. Pictured left to right are: Marcy Wichert, Haven Davis, Taylor Miller, Bayli Hyde and Tommy Puffinbarger
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Auditions
The plot thickens and laughter intensifies when a federal radio inspector appears to shut down WGAL. Gilliland Directs Border Line Show for First Time Bob Gilliland will direct “Radio Gals.” While at Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NWOSU), although not a drama major, Gilliland was a standout in many theatrical productions. Gilliland appeared in two of Border Line’s most recent productions: “Red Hot Mamas” in fall 2012, and last spring’s “The Music Man,” in which he played the lead, receiving rave reviews. “I’m absolutely in love with the Border Line Theatre. I love the
community and its total support of their community theatre,” Gilliland said. At NWOSU he directed an improv group, but said this is his first time to direct an on-stage production. “I look forward to the opportunity to help create another great Border Line production. I want to keep the audience happy!” Gilliland said. A resident of Avard, Gilliland is employed by National Oilwell Varco. “I expect a good turnout for auditions,” he said. For questions, call BLT President Janice Hill at 620-825-4687, home, or 620-825-4212, work.
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Oakleigh, Reed and Hayden Nickel are shown with their championship horses
Nickel kids bring home state honors five years in a row Oakleigh, Reed and Hayden Nickel of Aline, whose family runs Nickel
Quarter Horses based there, received state honors for the fifth year in a row
at the 2013 State 4-H Horse Show held June 20-22 in Shawnee. Hayden received Grand Champion with her mare “Count My Curves” in the mares five years and under class. Oakleigh received Reserve Grand Champion with her mare “Yella Gem” and Reed received fourth with his mare “Skips.” The three also made their mark at the Northwest District 4-H Horse Show on June 1 in Cherokee. Oakleigh received Grand Champion Mare. Hayden was Reserve Champion Mare and Reed placed second. Over the last five years the Nickel kids have been honored with five state grand championships and three state reserve grand championships. Oakleigh, Reed and Hayden are the children of Reggy and Eldon Nickel.
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Brett Smith appointed president, chief executive of Freedom State Bank
The Freedom State Bank has announced the appointment of Brett Smith as its new president and chief executive officer. Smith officially assumed responsibilities on July 27, succeeding Wesley Nixon, who has stepped down for health reasons. Smith began working part-time at the Freedom State Bank in 1976 while he was still in high school and began working full-time after receiving his bachelor of science in agricultural economics (marketing and business) degree from Oklahoma State University in 1982. He has been involved in all phases of the business and most recently has served as executive vice president. In this position, Smith had major responsibilities in many areas, including business development, loans, regulatory safety and soundness and compliance management, bank policy development
and oversight of the modernization of the bank’s business operations to enhance customer services and convenience such as Internet banking. When Smith received the appointment, he expressed gratitude to the board of directors for their confidence in him and pledged that he would ensure the bank continues to be a highly respected corporate citizen and business leader in the Freedom community. He went on to say that one of the bank’s primary goals will be to maintain and further improve its reputation as a friendly and outstanding place to do business. Finally, Smith expressed his appreciation to the board for honoring his predecessor, Nixon, by designating Nixon as president and chief executive officer emeritus. Smith is a past five-term president of the Freedom Chamber of Commerce and continues to serve on its board of directors. He serves as president of the Freedom Educational Foundation and served many years as a Freedom representative for the Woods County Economic Development Committee. He worked with his fellow citizens in the intensive effort to help Freedom attain its status as Oklahoma’s smallest “certified city.” Smith is a retired Freedom
volunteer firefighter and currently serves on several economic development, tourism and local development committees. He is a member of the Freedom Christian Church. He enjoys managing his family’s small cow/calf operation that adjoins the Cimarron River just east of Freedom. Smith and his wife Terry have three grown children, Gretchen, Ryan and Jared, and two young grandsons and are expecting three more grandchildren very soon, including a set of twins. The Freedom State Bank was founded by Smith’s great-grandfather, David H. Powers, in 1919. When Powers died in 1934, his son, James G. (Jim) Powers, became president and kept the bank open through the Great Depression. In 1954, Nixon, James Powers’ brotherin-law and long-time bank employee, became president and chief executive officer. As majority stockholder, Jim Powers continued to serve as chairman of the bank’s board of directors until his death in 1988. The Freedom State Bank remains a family-owned bank with the heirs of Jim Powers and Wesley Nixon serving as directors and continues its dedication toward honest care and concern for its customers.
Area students accept scholarships from Fort Hays State University Two area students have accepted scholarships from Fort Hays State University (FHSU) for the 2013-2014 academic year.
Cody Forell, a 2013 Alva High School graduate, accepted a $900 Academic Opportunity Award in mathematics and computer science. Forell is the son of Guy and Kelly Forell, Alva. He plans to major in mathematics. Shauna Guyle, a 2011 South Barber High School graduate and an FHSU sophomore, accepted a $750 Kerry and Dorothy Bahl Scholarship. Guyle is the daughter of Calvin and Louise Guyle, Hazelton, Kan. She is majoring in mathematics education.
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Cherokee shooting range approved
2013 Barber County Cattlemen’s Tour
By Alex Cole During a regular board meeting on Monday, the Alfalfa County commissioners approved an agreement with the city of Cherokee for a shooting range that will be located on city property southeast of town. The city will provide the land, maintenance, and funding for all required insurance. The agreement also stated that the commissioners will have authority to construct buildings on the property if necessary. Also during the meeting, Kevin George of Vining Community Church in Jet conferred with the board about closing a section of road north of the church. George said he assumed the road had already been closed until recently, and the church board has requested the commissioners close it. The request was approved when Commissioner Doug Murrow made a motion to close the section of road. After approval of minutes from the last meeting, payroll warrants, M & O warrants, blanket purchase orders and road crossing permits, the board approved a materials request form for a bridge in Murrow’s district. It came with a cost of $79,908.07. Approval was also made for a steel beam transfer form for the Mesa Creek overflow also in Murrow’s district. Fifteen road crossing permits were submitted to the commissioners totaling $17,750. District 1 held 11 of the permits at a cost of $10,000; District 2 had three permits at a total of $5,500; District 3 had one permit submitted at $2,250.
By Tim Marshall, County Agent The 2013 Barber County Cattlemen’s Tour is set for Saturday, Aug. 17. This tour is for more than just cattlemen; anyone who appreciates a safe and wholesome food supply, or wants to get out and see the scenic beauty of Barber County’s most historic and progressive ranches is welcome to attend. The tour will begin with doughnuts and coffee sponsored by Farmers Cooperative Equity at their office in Medicine Lodge, Kan., from 7:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. A free-will donation steak dinner will be served at noon at Eagle Park to wrap up the day’s events.
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The Eighth Annual Cattlemen’s Tour Trade Show and Social will continue Friday evening, August 16, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Parish Hall in Sharon, Kan. The trade show and social hour will open at 5 p.m. The famous Cattlemen’s pit barbecue beef will highlight supper, which is served at 6 p.m. Concluding the evening will be the benefit auction to support the scholarship fund and other community service projects of the Barber County Cattlemen’s Association. If you have any questions, please contact Tim at the Barber County Extension Office at 620-886-3971 or tmarshal@ksu.edu.
Folger completes LADC training
Brandon Folger of Helena recently completed the Leadership, Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) at Fort Lewis, Wash. LDAC is the most important training event for an Army ROTC cadet. All cadets go to LDAC in the summer between
their MS III (Junior) and MS IV (Senior) years. The 30-day camp incorporates a wide range of subjects designed to develop and evaluate leadership ability. The challenges are rigorous and demanding, both mentally and physically. They test intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and stamina. These challenges provide a new perspective on a cadet’s ability to perform exacting tasks and make difficult decisions under demanding conditions. The camp places each cadet in a variety of leadership positions, many of which simulate stressful combat situations. In each position, cadets are evaluated by platoon tactical officers and noncommissioned officers. In addition to demonstrating their leadership ability, cadets must meet established standards in physical fitness, weapons training, communication, combat patrols and additional military skills. Cadets must excel at camp to be competitive for Army commissions. Folger is a 2010 graduate of Ringwood High School and will graduate in May 2014 from Oklahoma State University with a bachelor of science in history degree. Upon graduation Folger will commission as a 2nd lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He is the son of Fred and Janette Folger.
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Kiowa Hospital plans `Jeans and Gems’ dinner By Yvonne Miller The Kiowa District Hospital (KDH) board held its July meeting last Thursday with board member Lori Schrock participating via video chat. Schrock could be seen and heard and fully participate from her home in Hawaii. Other members present were Zack Odell, Jim Parker, Robert Stark and Dan Lukins. Also present were Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Aldeen “Van” Vandeveer; Chief Financial Officer Janell Harbaugh; Dr. Paul Wilhelm; Patty McNamar, DNP; Manor Director of Nurses (DON) Nicole Tronsgard and assistant DON Jan Smith; PR Director Brenna May; Foundation Director Judy Schrock; and MW Builders New Hospital Project Manager Jay Jernigan. Vandeveer announced personnel changes. He said hospital DON Tammy Blake submitted her resignation July 19. RN Kathy Winters is the interim DON, he said. The CEO said Rhett Hickert was business office manager and was recently promoted to human resources director. The business office manager position is not yet filled. Vandeveer said they hired a physical therapy director. She is Lana Smith, a licensed physical therapist (PT). Her husband J.D. is an athletic trainer for Kansas Orthopedic and can do his job from his new Kiowa location. They have a son, age three. The family moves to Kiowa from Towanda. Todd Reeves will continue his role as a PT assistant at Kiowa. This move replaces Kiowa Hospital’s relationship with an outof-town licensed physical therapist. Amy Allen is the new dietary manager at the Manor. The manor seeks a few certified nurse aides.
Jeans and Gems Dinner and Auction Sept. 28 On behalf of the Friends of KDH and Manor Foundation, Brenna May said they’ll host a “Jeans and Gems” steak dinner Saturday, Sept. 28, at Kiowa’s Community Building. Tickets are $40 each or by the table. More details will soon be available. Contact May at the hospital for tickets. The evening will feature a live auction and a silent auction. It’s a fundraiser for the foundation, which is committed to raising dollars for gap funding for the bricks and mortar portion of the new Kiowa District Hospital and Clinic. As foundation Chairman Schrock explained in the July newsletter, the “Where Community and Care Come Together” capital campaign passed the first $1 million mark in donations and pledges. Schrock said the foundation is required to raise an additional $173,688 by Oct. 1 to stay on track to reach its fundraising goal. Update on New Hospital Construction Project Manager Jernigan gave a construction update on the new hospital. He said structural steel is delivered. Concrete drives will go in soon. Interior walls are going and up and room layout will soon be recognizable. Gas lines are being finished. May said after a poll was taken, a brownish-gray color was selected for the outside of the building that ties into the brick. The above-ground safe room and tornado shelter was the first structure to go vertical. June Hospital and Manor Statistics and Financials At the end of June the combined balance sheets of the hospital and manor show total assets and liabilities at $3,535,558. Hospital admissions were down noticeably in June. Total days of acute and
swingbed care totaled only 25, which is the lowest month of the year. That made about $50,000 less patient revenue. Total outpatient visits were 434, which is about average. PT visits were second highest of the year at 50. Total clinic visits were 326, which is average. Lab visits were steady at 197 as were emergency room visits at 55 and various tests in radiology. The hospital’s net income from operations was a loss of $107,839. With the addition of mainly tax dollars totaling $78,102, the hospital had a loss of $29,737. The manor’s resident census for June averaged 22. The manor had total operating revenue of $97,264. Operating expenses were $133,857. That makes a loss from operations of $36,593. With the addition of $5063 mainly tax money, the manor’s loss for June was $31,530. Year-to-date, the manor has lost $224,679; the hospital $62,868. That makes the combined loss $287,547. Net patient accounts receivable are $347,165. Goodno said they’ve received all but $89,000 of tax revenue from the county. The hospital district awaits about $400,000 from the Medicare Cost Report Settlement. Cash on hand for the district was $508,000 at the end of June. Other Hospital Business Board approved purchase of an EKG machine, cost not to exceed $10,000. The annual tax budget public hearing is Aug. 16 at 8 a.m. Goodno presented board members with a quarterly update of the district’s three-year capital budget update. The board met in executive session nearly three hours to discuss the monthly risk management/quality assurance (RM/ QA) report, non-elected personnel and contract/legal. Following executive session, the board approved the addendum to Vandeveer’s contract and the RM/QA report.
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Barber County Sheriff’s Log July 22, 2013 • Medicine Lodge Rural Volunteer Fire Department responded to a grass fire by the Road Side Park. • James Evans, Radley, driving a 2005 Peterbilt was blown over by high winds about 19 miles west of Medicine Lodge on U160. Over $1,000 damage, unknown injuries to driver, accident investigated by Deputy English, assisted by Sun City Volunteer Fire Department, Medicine Lodge Ambulance and Medicine Lodge Rescue Squad. • Deerhead Volunteer Fire Department responded to a tree fire near Deerhead. July 23, 2013 • Sun City Volunteer Fire Department assisted Comanche County units at a grass fire. July 27, 2013 • Medicine Lodge Rural Volunteer Fire Department responded to a grass fire southeast of Medicine Lodge. During the week officers received 14 reports of cattle out, two reports of goats
out, one report of horses out, performed 24 public assists and assisted four other agencies. Arrests July 22, 2013 • Andrew C. Dunham, Coats, W/M, 30. Arrest by KWPD. Charge: Possess Stolen Property. Released July 22 on $1,000 Bond. • Acadia A. Wildes, Wichita, W/F, 23. Arrest by BASO. Charge: Criminal Summons. Released July 22. July 23, 2013 • Richard L. Foos, Medicine Lodge, W/M, 31. Arrest by BASO. Charge: Give Worthless Check. Released July 23 on $500 Surety Bond. • Crystal D. Starr, Medicine Lodge, W/F, 35. Arrest by BASO. Charge: Possess Controlled Substance. Released July 24 on $1,000 OR Bond. • Jennifer A. Gelhart, Sylvia, W/F, 37. Arrest by BASO. Charges: Possess Meth with Intent to Distribute 2. Possess Drug Paraphernalia.
• Daniel L. Strawn, Medicine Lodge, W/M, 41. Arrest by BASO. Charges: Possess Controlled Substance 2. Possess Drug Paraphernalia. July 24, 2013 • Bryan G. Rucker, Medicine Lodge, W/M, 43. Arrest by MLPD. Charge: Domestic Battery. Released July 24 on $500 Cash Bond. July 26, 2013 • Shane A. Flyingout, Sharon, W/M, 33. Arrest by BASO. Court Committed. Released July 28 Time Served. July 27, 2013 • Brian D. Woods, Attica, W/M, 52. Arrest by BASO. Court Committed. Released July 28 Time Served. • Michael C. Shrock, Kiowa, W/M, 46. Arrest by KHP. Charge: DUI. July 28, 2013 • Eric D. Peters, Medicine Lodge, W/M, 36. Arrest by MLPD. Charged on Kiowa County Warrant – Theft. Released July 28 on $5,000 Surety Bond.
Alfalfa County Real Estate Transactions Beginning in book 715 page 618 Real Estate Transfers David A. Koontz and Susan C. Koontz to Koontz Properties, LLC: A tract of land located in the Northeast Quarter of Section 32, Township 27 North, Range 12, WIM: Warranty Deed. Marcelyn Ackerman to Marcelyn Ackerman and Kathy Lines: All of Lots 1 through 5 and the North 10 feet of Lot 6 in Block 16, Town of Burlington: Joint Tenancy Warranty Deed. Marcelyn Ackerman to Marcelyn Ackerman, Kathy Lines and J. Brett Ackerman: (1) Lots 1 through 7 and the East half of Lot 8, all in Block 3, in the town of Burlington; (2) A tract of
land in the Southeast Quarter, Section 18, Township 28 North, Range 11, WIM: Joint Tenancy Warranty Deed. Ricky Ranee Booze and Shirley A. Booze to SandRidge Exploration and Production, LLC: A five and five hundredths (5.05) acre tract of land, in the Southwest Quarter of Section 19, Township 24 North, Range 11, WIM: Special Warranty Deed. Timothy Ray Booze, Kevin Ray Booze and John Timothy Booze to SandRidge Exploration and Productions, LLC: A five and five hundredths (5.05) acre tract of land, in the Southwest Quarter of Section 19, Township 24 North, Range 11, WIM: Special Warranty Deed. GNC Revocable Trust to SandRidge Exploration and Production, LLC: A five and seventeen hundredths (5.17) acre tract of land in Lot 3, Section 5, Township 26 North, Range 10 West, IM: Special Warranty Deed. Linda K. McGill Wagner to David M. Wagner, Trustee of The NW Okie Irrevocable Living Trust: All her right, title, interest, estate and every claim and demand, both at law and in equity: Quit Claim Deed. Michael J. Wilkinson to Michael J. Wilkinson: Lots 3, 4, 5 and part of Lot
2, in Block 50, in the Carmen second filing to the town of Carmen: Quit Claim Deed. Chris E. Allison and Carolyn Allison to David Woods and Terri L. Woods: The surface only in and to: The South Half, also known as the South 37 1/2 feet, of Lot 4 and all of Lot 5, In Block 4, Duncan Addition to the City of Cherokee: Warranty Deed. Boyce Elmore and Carol Elmore to Kellan R. Hohmann and Janise El. Hohmann: Lot 1, in Block 1 in Twila Addition to Cherokee: Warranty Deed. Lynsie Sturgeon and Quentin Sturgeon to Lynsie Sturgeon and Quentin Sturgeon: A tract of land beginning at the Northwest corner of the Southwest Quarter of Section 28, Township 24 North, Range 10, WIM: Quit Claim Deed. Mortgages Kellan R. Hohmann and Janise E. Hohmann to Farmers Exchange Bank: Lot 1 in Block 1, Twila Addition to Cherokee: $76,000. Lynsie Sturgeon and Quentin Sturgeon to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc: A tract of land beginning at the Northwest corner of the Southwest Quarter of Section 28, Township 24 North, Range 10, WIM: $189,328.
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Alfalfa County Court Filings
According to the affidavits and petitions on file, the following individuals have been charged. An individual is innocent of any charges listed below until proven guilty in a court of law. All information is a matter of public record and may be obtained by anyone during regular hours at the Alfalfa County Courthouse. The Alva Review-Courier will not intentionally alter or delete any of this information. If it appears in the courthouse public records, it will appear in this newspaper. Civil Filings Linda Sue Pentz vs. Brenda Anne Miller: Trust ($218.70). Deveda McWilliams vs. Hamm & Phillips Service Co. and Micheal Ray Calwonsen: Negligence in a sum in excess of $10,000 ($223.70). Small Claims Filings Britt Gregory vs. Dennis Yunker DBA Yunker Roof: Indebtedness in the sum of $7,500 ($208). Marriage Filings Clansy Jade Harzman, 23, from Alva and Megan Leota Beard, 21, from Alva: Marriage ceremony performed by judge ($60). William Edmond Nash Wayman, 36, from Helena and Cynthia Dawn Fargo, 32, from Helena: Marriage license with certificate ($5). Protective Order Filings Denise Lynn Phillips vs. Dawn Fausett (state dismissed/settled). Robyn Lynne Johnson vs. Peter King III ($218). Traffic Filings Curtis Rashad Harris, 26, San Augustine,
Texas: Transporting open container of alcohol ($316). Justin Mark Phillips, no age or address listed: Following too closely ($188.50 state dismissed). Kenneth Duane Bosley, 36, Pineland, Texas: Transporting open container of alcohol ($316). Ricky Don Gibson, 41, Gainesville, Texas: Operating a motor vehicle at a speed not reasonable or proper ($256.50). Jessy Gilbert Handy, 40, Hillsboro: Operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license ($256.50). Joseph L. Faine, 57, Kingfisher: Following too closely ($211.50). Jeffery M. Parsons, 54, Anthony, Kan.: Operating a motor vehicle in a manner not reasonable and proper ($256.50). Ara Surldown Hobbs, 37, Vernon, Texas: Failure to comply with compulsory insurance law ($231.50). Jaime J. Munoz Perez, 41, Sentinel: Operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license ($256.50). Michael Lee Beckworth, 26, Stonewall: Operate vehicle while driver’s license suspended ($256.50). Michael Lee Beckworth, 26, Stonewall: Overweight vehicle (axle) ($546.50). James Christopher Edgar, 37, Sterling: Following too closely ($211.50). Joseph Dale Scott, 27, Grandview, Texas: Operating a motor vehicle at a speed not reasonable or proper ($256.50). William Marshal Lawrence, 39, Malakoff, Texas: Improperly overtake on right ($211.50). The following individuals received a
citation for speeding: Christopher Allen Burkhalter, 37, Newalla: 16-20 mph over ($241.50); Shamus Jaquann Ross, 34, Center, Texas: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Troy Don Skaggs, 52, Nash: 1-10 mph over ($100 state dismissed); James Anthony Myers, 27, Alva: 21-25 mph over ($281.50); Kyle Thomas Brown, 21, Cushing: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Stephen Thomas Johnson, 49, Midwest City: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Matt Arthur Charlson, 26, Ninnekah: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Curtis Rashad Harris, 26, San Augustine, Texas: 15 mph over ($226.50); Derek Lee Martin, 21, Cherokee: 16-20 mph over ($241.50); Brad Austin Carter, 32, Webber Falls: 11-14 mph over ($226.50); Mario Alberto Martinez, 30, Enid: 2125 mph over ($281.50); Travis Eugene Denning, 37, Newkirk: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Ryan Michel Prater, 27, Enid: 21-25 mph over ($281.50); Michael Everett Hellyer, 22, Norman: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); William Justin Wright, 30, Guymon: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Curtis Reed, no age or address listed: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Curtis Rashad Harris, 26, San Augustine, Texas: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Stephen Massingill, 25, Euless, Texas: 16-20 mph over ($241.50); Jeffery Taylor, 45, Blair: 26-30 mph over ($341.50); William Matthew Davis, 50, Rifle, Colo.: construction 1-10 mph over ($198.50); Jerry lane Sims, 49, Happy, Texas: 11-14 mph over ($226.50); Brett Asher Clark, 28, Enid: 2630 mph over ($341.50); Alexandria Nicole Dimon, 21, Moore: 21-25 mph over ($281.50); Jaime J. Munoz Perez, 41, Sentinel: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Andre Marquise Tucker, 34, Oklahoma City: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Donald Jackie Kinsey, 20, Sallisaw: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Todd Allan Morgan, 39, Elk City: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Jeffrey Hunter Arnold, 20, Jonesboro, Ark.: 16-20 mph over ($241.50); Steve William Stone, 33, Granbury, Texas: 15 mph over ($226.50); John Jacob Moore, 27, Manhattan, Kan.: 15 mph over ($226.50). The following individuals received a citation for failure to wear seatbelt ($20 fine): James F. Meadows, 66, Medford; Clinton Vernell Parker, 36, Anacoco, La.; Derek Lee Martin, 21, Cherokee; Ryan Michel Prater, 27, Enid; Tambra Lee Martin, 26, Cherokee; Justin Lee Norman, 20, Hickory, Miss.
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July 22, 2013 7:21 a.m. Follow up, individual in Carmen would like us to make contact with his wife about their runaway daughter, advised deputies. 3:11 p.m. Miscellaneous, respondent advised that her son and daughter-inlaw were broken down just east of the flashing lights, was waiting on someone to pick them up and never showed, asked if a deputy could come pick them up and take them somewhere cool, advised deputy, they didn’t need a ride, they had A/C in vehicle and someone should be there soon. 11:02 p.m. Traffic, respondent advised they are following a red Volkswagon for 2 miles with lights and sirens and they are not pulling over, vehicle travelling on Aline blacktop by cemetery at 55 mph, deputy advised. July 23, 2013 3:19 a.m. Death, Helena advised that individual called and advised someone had passed away, had been on hospice, deputy advised to send ambulance for medical confirmation, advised Helena Ambulance of call, deputy en route. 9:16 a.m. Burglary report in Jet, someone has stolen money and social security card out of a wallet left in car, advised deputy, he will take the report. 9:28 a.m. Reckless driver, advised that semis are flying past house 3 miles west 2 ½ miles south of Cherokee, would like someone to come out, advised officer, they will check. 12:51 p.m. Medical emergency in Helena, need an ambulance, 20-year-old white female, rapid pulse, cold sweat, advised Life and Helena. 4:18 p.m. Livestock at large, Enid OHP advised of several head of cattle out 4-5 miles north of Jet, notified owner, owner advised cattle back in. 10:06 p.m. Unknown fire at 500 and Dewey, report of oil well fire from lightning strike, advised Woods County, they have fire department en route. 10:27 p.m. Minor accident ½ mile west of Highway 8 on Highway 45, caller reported he had run off the road and went through a fence, no one hurt, referred to OHP, notified deputy. 10:59 p.m. Road info, caller advised a large tree limb is down in westbound lane on bridge on east side of Carmen, advised ODOT, he would get it taken care of. 11:25 p.m. Livestock at large, calves out on the road by the school in Carmen, cannot locate owner.
July 24, 2013 9:23 a.m. Break/enter at Jet Landing, respondent advised someone has kicked in his door and stolen many things including a shotgun, deputy advised and en route. 11:23 p.m. Medical emergency in Helena, individual is having trouble breathing and needs an ambulance, advised Helena First Responders and Helena Ambulance, at call and en route to Enid. July 25, 2013 4:20 a.m. Livestock in roadway south of Helena on Highway 45, respondent advised of a dead cow in the middle of the road, advised Helena, he is going to check it out. 7:45 a.m. Livestock in roadway, white cow out on the highway west of Jet. July 26, 2013 9:41 a.m. Information, respondent states church has been broken into, notified CPD. 9:34 a.m. Minor accident 2 miles east of Cozy Curve, semi clipped his U-haul and cannot move it due to damage, OHP notified, U-haul is 2 miles east of Cozy Curve and semi is 1 mile east of Cozy Curve with a blown tire, deputy en route, deputy advised that the vehicles are approximately ½ - ¾ of a mile apart and the road is blocked in two different places, OHP deputy and ODOT on scene. 11:19 a.m. Cruelty to animals in Carmen, respondent states the people who lived at the address have moved and been gone a while, however they have left three puppies that have no food or water and are ill looking, deputy en route, deputy advised four adult dogs and three puppies, no food, have water, ribs are showing, not vicious. 1:07 p.m. Reckless driver on Highway 64 west of four-way, respondent states a red VW car is swerving in and out of traffic, cutting people off and running them into the ditch, deputy en route, could not find vehicle. 1:26 p.m. Break/enter, respondent states a window has been broken out of the church, would like an officer for a report, deputy advised and en route. July 27, 2013 2:59 a.m. Intoxicated driver reported, Barber County Sheriff’s Office advised that suspect is intoxicated and possibly headed to Cherokee in a red Chevy Z-71 going eastbound, suspect also has children in vehicle with him, relayed info to Cherokee Poice Department, suspect’s driver’s license checks out okay, officer advised suspect is not intoxicated and
spoke with children who informed they were alright, suspect got into argument with his wife and he took his children and came to visit his uncle and mother, notified Barber County Sheriff’s Office and updated dispatch on duty of situation, deputy on duty would be notified of status. 3:11 p.m. Grass fire in Helena, small grass fire just east of the Tank Memorial and east of intersection of 45 and 58, paged Helena and Goltry fire departments, Helena advised it is a controlled burn, all units returning to station. 6:20 p.m. Major accident near Jet, respondent advised of a rollover accident with injury ½ mile west on Highway 64 and CR 760, was unsure as to severity of driver’s injuries, paged Goltry Fire & Rescue and Helena Ambulance, deputy advised of accident with injury, Helena requested to dispatch Pond Creek Ambulance to the scene, Pond Creek Ambulance was already en route. 7:55 p.m. Miscellaneous, respondent advised subject was driving in individual’s Dodge pickup through Jet on Highway 64, while some people were attempting to cross the street, subject swerved at the two of them swerving and missing them and nearly hitting some parked cars. 11:38 p.m. Information, caller advised individual was down on the floor and he needed help lifting her off the floor, paged Jet First Responders, caller advised they never showed up to help, did not know they had not responded, caller advised he was not surprised they never showed up. July 28, 2013 8:09 a.m. Abandoned vehicle on Dewey and 580, white SUV has been parked down by his house for several days now and wants an officer to come check it out, advised deputy, deputy put a tag on the vehicle and will come check on it in a couple of days. 12:00 p.m. Iformation, a large tree was in the highway by the airport on Highway 64, advised ODOT. 12:30 p.m. Livestock at large, two black cows ½ mile west of flashing lights, advised possible owner. 4:22 p.m. Intoxicated driver reported on Highway 11, possible drunk driver heading westbound driving a black Dodge pickup, request ACSO assistance, deputy advised, deputy has driven several miles eastbound, unable to locate vehicle. July 29, 2013 12:40 a.m. Medical emergency in Helena, respondent reported a fall with injury, called Helena Ambulance and paged Helena Rescue to scene, Helena en route.
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Animals and Pets For Sale
Fruits of Spirit Farm
Thornless Blackberries are ripe and ready for your picking 3 2 M Cockatiels $25/each. Finches miles N of Alva. Hurry because $7/Up. Cherokee. Cell 417-540we only have about 1 weeks 0432 left in the season. We are open Automotive Sun, Tues, Thur, 6-9pm and Sat 7-11am. For more information For Sale or a special picking appointment ‘08 Ford Focus SE. 62k. $9,500 call 580-732-0566 obo. 580-445-5145. Dawn’s Tanning Salon For Sale open 24/7. Monthly unlimited 1975 15ft Camper Trailer. 2 new $25. Contact Danielle Kornele at tires AC (paid $1000), bathroom 580-732-0402 has toilet & sink, no shower. Computer Plus Asking $2500 obo. Call 580-3273608 or 580-748-1221 For all computer repair needs call Adam Swallow at 580-327Business Services 4449 or 580-748-2349 or come Computer Repair by 1329 Fair. Will do local housecalls Networking, PC Repair, Website Design, Data Recovery, Onsite Scribner Salvage Repairs, Day or Evening. 405will be closed Friday & Saturday 388-5379 August 2-3. See ya Monday Pony Boy Lures 10-Hr OSHA & CPR/1st & Guns. Canon Gun Safe holds Aid - Mon, Aug 12 and Tues, 25 guns $800. Bow Flex Trainer Aug 13 from 8am-5pm at $300. PSE Archery. Buy and Sell Northwest Technology Center Guns, Even Collections. All types in Alva. Cost is $30 per person. of handgun, Rifles and shotguns. Call 580-327-0344 by Aug 7 to 600 Mimosa. Alva. 580-430enroll. 5547 or 580-327-1233 Alva Moose Lodge Custom Haying Mom & Pops Nite Out. Fri Swathing, baling or both. We do August 2nd. 6pm. Calf Fries, it the way you want it from CRP Cat Fish, Sides and Desserts. Grass to Sudan Grass to Alfalfa. Karaoke 9pm-? Call Mat 580-216-1413
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Gambino’s Pizza
Share Medical Center
Effective Wednesday August 7 is excited to unveil the new Gambino’s will be closing every www.smcok.com. On our Wednesday until further notice website you will find much information on our services, Mark Your Calendars leadership, events and other for September 20th, 21st & activities. Pages are still in 22nd. 51 days until the Hunting the process of being added Country Big Cruise & Car and.or defined so check back Show! periodically ETC SafeLandUSA
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Safety Orientation Course-Thurs, Aug 8,2013 from 7am-6pm at Northwest Technology Center in Alva. Cost $200 per “company” for up to 15 employees (based on class room seat availability) plus $5 per person for the ETC SafeLandUSA card. Call 580327-0344 by Aug 5 to enroll.
Consignment Sales. Glen’s Gun Shop, Aline, OK. 6 new guns this week. 2 AR-15, Henry 22 Caliber Rifle, Citadel 45 ACP. S & W 642 38 Special. S & W MP 40 Cal. 580-430-5400 Bathroom Remodel Sale
Specializing in Aging in place, ADA Compliances, bathroom Depot Bar & Grill modifications. Senior discounts. Wed Lunch Special-Minute 620-825-4300 Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Professional Upholstery Green Beans, Italian Cream Cake.Thu-BBQ Chicken, Baked will all types of furniture. Over Beans, Potato Salad, Chocolate 55 years experience. Goltry, OK. Pudding Cake. Fri-Chicken 580-496-2351 Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, For Your Const Needs Gravy, Corn, Roll, Spice Cake. Full Menu Every Day. Carry-Out From A-Z, New Construction, avail. 580-327-2212 Roofing, Additions, Remodeling, Siding, CC Construction Windows, Int/Ext, Painting, Interior-Exterior improvements. All Work Guaranteed. Improve Room additions. Plaster Repair the value of your home. Call & Painting. Handicap. Structural 580-732-1028 & Non Structural Concrete. 2 for 1 Will also accommodate Farm & Ranch. 580-307-4598 or 620- Don’t forget that every Monday is Rent One Get One Free at 825-4285 Rialto Video Pasture Tree Clearing Need New Sidewalks? Save moisture & grass. Let me clear trees in your pasture. Skid Driveway perhaps, we do all Steer & Marshall Tree Saw. Ed types of concrete work. Stamp Grover 580-474-2465 or 580- and Colors also avail. Give us a 542-0298 call for estimates. 580-732-1028
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Help Wanted
DUI/ADSAC Drug and Alcohol Assessments, 10 & 24 Hour DUI Schools, 6 & 12 Week Substance Abuse Counseling groups and Victim’s Impact Panels available. As wells as Substance Abuse individual and group counseling services. Contact 580-327-2356 or 580-748-0692 to schedule an appointment
Alva Moose Lodge/Kitchen Help. 580-327-1359 or 580-748-1561 Help Wanted Homecare giver in Jet, OK. Weekdays only. Personal care. Light housekeeping. Some cooking. 870-821-9258 Help Wanted
Bookkeeper/Clerk. Must be customer friendly with computer 580-327-3653. alvacrookedoak. skills. Competitve wage and com benefits. Pick up application or send resume to Simpson’s, 533 Facebook Main, Kiowa, KS. Like Rialto on Facebook and get Help Wanted showtimes, specials and whats new at the Video Store Elston Enterprises LLC in Waynoka, OK. is looking Tree Service for CDL Drivers, Equipment Tree Trimming, Removal, Stump Operators and Roustabouts. For Grinding. Have Bucket Truck, more information contactElston Skid Steer & Stump Grinder. Enterprises office at 580-824Pesky trees due to drought, limbs 0440. Apply within over house, etc, give us a call. Help Wanted Work Guaranteed. Customer Satisfaction is our goal. No job Looking for reliable help to too big or small. Free Estimates. operate large equipment and general labor. Will train the right Contact Terry at 580-922-0165 person. Competitive pay and Employment company paid insurance. Must Help Wanted be willing to work 6 days a week. Please fill out application at Trails Inn & Suites Motel Alfalfa County Land and Cattle in Waynoka is accepting located 4.5 miles N of Cherokee applications for Front Desk, on the W side of Hwy 8/11. No Housekeeping and Maintenance. phone calls please! Please stop by and fill out application. 580-824-2461 Help Wanted Crooked Oak B & B
Help Wanted Field Technician. Competitive Pay & Benefits. Construction, farming or similiar outdoor experience. Overtime available. Great Plains Oilfield Rental. GPORRecruiting@chk.com
Harmon’s Electric Career Opportunities. Licensed Electrician. Experienced Electric Apprentice. Competitive Salaries & excellent Benefits. www.harmonselec.com. Interested candidates submit Resume to hr@harmonselec.com or call 580753-4232. EOE
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BJCC is recruiting for:Food Service Specialist IV-Starting at $2170.08 monthly. ($12.52 hr). Correctional Security Officer I/II/III-beginning hourly salary $11.83 with increase to $12.42 in 6 mo & to $13.25 after 18 mo + overtime. Must be 20 yrs of age. Benefits for all jobs include Health, Life, Dental, Vision Ins, Vacation & sick leave. Contact Lisa Ackerman at 580-327-8000 at BJCC
for a FT Nurse Position at a busy medical office. Current State of OK Nursing License and BLS Healthcare Provider required upon start. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Typing and basic computer skills required. Benefits will be discussed at time of interview. Please mail your current resume to Resume, PO Box 3, Alva, OK 73717
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Depot Bar & Grill. Bartender & Lunch Waitress. Pick-Up application at 3 N college. 580-327-7011
Healthcare Innovations has immediate openings for Personal Care Aides in Freedom, Mooreland, Woodward, Waynoka, Alva and Cherokee areas. If you like helping your community and want to be a part of a great team, call Kacie at 866-365-6611 for more information or application
Help Wanted Days. Possible Assistant Manager. LiteN-Nite. Apply in person. 1624 Okla Blvd Help Wanted for a FT Clerical Position at a busy medical office. Looking to hire an energetic person willing to learn and be able to coordinate front office. Computer skills, organizational skills/prioritizing skills and telephone etiquette required. Requires working with the public at all levels. Benefits will be discussed at time of interview. Please mail your current resume to Resume, PO Box 3, Alva, OK
Help Wanted Looking for CDL Driver in Alva area. 501-499-3338 Help Wanted Drivers-5 on 2 off, 5 on 3 off. Lodging, breakfast & dinner paid. CDL-A, 1 year tanker/hazmat exp. 405-935-4569 Farm Supplies Farmers Please Help 65 year old looking for hunting lease for Deer anywhere from $1000 to $30,000 a year. 580-554-0999 For Sale Wheat straw certified weed free $50 round bales. $4 small square bales. Cubes of 21 can be moved with forklift. Delivery Available. Doug Merz 580-761-5833
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Garage Sales Two Family Yard Sale 421 13th Street in Alva, Sat. 8a-4p and Sun. 8a-noon. Adult and kids clothes, furniture, knick knacks, misc. Garage Sale August 4, 2013 at 718 3rd in green building in alley between 2nd and 3rd. Will have lots of vintage collectibles. Will start at 8am and end at 1pm. Please no early birds. Go to http//www.facebook.com/ groups/441613329231957 to see some items for sale. Have guns and ammo for sale. Several new items to include some arrowheads Indoor Huge Sale Fri 5-8pm. Sat 9am-noon. 1933 11th by Vo Tech. Gun cabinet, end table & coffee table, 2002 Suzuki Intruder, collection of Danbury Porcelan Dolls, Longaberger Baskets, Diecast Metal Collector Banks, misc Miscellaneous For Rent Tower, 14 mile W of Alva. Aerial & Repeater. Don Smith. 580-327-1525 or 580-748-2321 Happy Birthday Sarita Simon. What a Sweetie! As her age goes up so does her beauty. Stop by the County Clerk’s Office Friday and wish her Happy Birthday! How’s That Again? I’m so old I can remember when the dead sea was just sick!
MURROW
REAL ESTATE & AUCTION
580-327-1998
www.murrowlandandhome.com www.murrowrealestateandauction.com
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Alva Moose Lodge
For Rent
Sunday Buffet 11am to 1pm. Every Sunday. This Sunday Pan Fried Chicken. Hamb. Steaks, Sides, Salad Bar, Desserts
10 RV Spots. 11 Acre yard with access for heavy duty trucks. 3 miles E of Cherokee on Highway 11. 570-560-1835
For Sale
For Rent
Matthews Z7 Extreme Bow. 60 pound pull. Equipped with Rest & Sight. $550. 580-884-7862
In Hardtner. 3-4 bedroom. 620-296-4408
New Releases New on Blu-Ray and DVD this week at Rialto Video, “G.I. Joe,” “Love and Honor” and “Ginger & Rosa” Looking for Used Bumper Pull Trailer with 4 Bunk Beds. 580-829-2543 For Sale Brand New Walther PPK/S 380. Made in USA by S&W. $700 obo. 580-327-0311 For Sale Caterpillar 2528 Skidsteer. 490hrs. Call 580-327-7935. $27,000 Matinees Rialto Theatre shows a 1:30 Matinee everday, check our Newsgram Ad to see which movie is showing For Sale White side-by-side refrig and chest freezer. 580-327-1536 or 580-829-2830 For Sale Homegrown Tomatoes. 580-829-1359 Real Estate
For Sale Commercial lot with office in Medicine Lodge, KS. Please call 620-594-2481 for more information Lots for Rent Thunder RV Park, 417 W 2nd Street, Cherokee, OK, with storm cave. 580-8848665 or 580-884-1269 For Rent Mobile Home Spots. $1100/Month includes utilities. 936-590-9961 Hilltop RV Park $400/Month includes water, electric, sewer. Quite and secluded. 4 Miles N of Alva. 580-327-2327 Rent to Own in Medford, OK. 1000 sqft Ranch, Attached Garage. CH/A. Totally remodeled. Partially furnished. $55,000. 10% down. Owner finance. 712-5420103. Discount for cash Land For Sale 80 acres. Barn and Large House. 1/4 mile west of Enid city limits. Motivated sellers. www.880wchestnutaveenidok.com Office Retail Space Exc location. 580-748-0937
Hardtner RV Park
Office Space Available
RV Spots. Electric, Sewer, Water provided. Close to Alva, Med Lodge and Kiowa. Durwin 580-829-1069
The Cherokee Strip Museum has office space available. The space includes two office rooms, a conference room and a break room. Anyone interested in renting the space can call the Cherokee Strip Museum at 580-327-2030.
Commercial Building 25’x60’. 511 Main Street, Burlington, OK. Insulated garage door in rear of shop, newly renovated restroom, Natural Gas Heater/3200V AC. All windows w/ Security Bars, 24hr Monitored Alarm System. In addition has full 50amp RV Hook-Up w/Sewer Dump. $25,000. If interested please call 580-431-2020 or 918-906-2457
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Community Calendar Wednesday 9 a.m. The Woods County Senior Citizens Center, 625 Barnes, Alva, is open for games and other activities. Exercise is scheduled each day at 11 a.m. Transportation provided upon request. 2-5 p.m. The Cherokee Strip Museum in Alva is open every day except Monday. For information or arranged tours, call 580-327-2030. 7 p.m. Alva Moose Lodge men’s meeting is held every Wednesday. Thursday 9 a.m. The Woods County Senior Citizens Center, 625 Barnes, Alva, is open for games and other activities. Exercise is scheduled each day at 11 a.m. Transportation provided upon request. Noon Alva Rotary Club meets at Champs Restaurant. 2-5 p.m. The Cherokee Strip Museum in Alva is open every day except Monday. For information or arranged tours, call 580-327-2030. 3-6 p.m. Food distribution every Thursday, Alva Wesleyan Food Bank, 818 Lane St. 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers meets every Thursday at College Hill Church of Christ in Alva. 8 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 1027 8th (Wesley House) in Alva every Monday and Thursday. Friday 9 a.m. The Woods County Senior Citizens Center, 625 Barnes, Alva, is open for games and other activities. Exercise is scheduled each day at 11 a.m. Transportation provided upon request. 2-5 p.m. The Cherokee Strip Museum in Alva is open every day except Monday. For information or arranged tours, call 580-327-2030. 7 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous meets every Friday at the Senior Citizen Center, 122 1/2 E. Second, Cherokee.
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