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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. Noon Alva Kiwanis 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. 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.
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. 5:30 p.m. Alva Weight Watchers meet at College Hill Church of Christ. 6 p.m. Heart of Healing Grief Support Group will meet the third Thursday of the month in Suite C of the Alva Professional Building. Open to the public, the group offers support before, during and after the loss of a loved one. 7 p.m. La Leche League meets the third Thursday of the month at the Alva First Baptist Church. LLL is a breastfeeding group supporting pregnant
and breastfeeding mothers. 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. Fred Riggins will entertain at 12:30 p.m. 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. 7:30 p.m. Fun Night will be held at the Woods County Senior Citizens Center, Alva, with a potluck meal followed by games.
Cherokee PD, Alfalfa SO make arrest after threats Charge Diehl after domestic incidents
By Jim Stout Cherokee police have filed charges against Dustin Keith Diehl, 27, for planning or threatening a violent act, according to an affidavit filed July 13 in Alfalfa County District Court. Charges stem from an incident shortly after midnight on July 3 when Assistant Chief Christopher Ferrell of the Cherokee Police Department responded to a call from Amanda Waterhouse at the Chaparral 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: news@alvareviewcourier.net Entire Contents Copyright 2011 Members of: Associated Press National Newspaper Assn. Oklahoma Press Association
Apartments, according to court documents. Waterhouse told Ferrell she had received a phone call from her ex-boyfriend, Diehl, in which he threatened to shoot her. Ferrell gave her two statement forms to fill out on the incident and she went inside to fill them out. Ferrell then phoned Undersheriff Brandon Powell of the Alfalfa County Sheriff’s office who had responded earlier in the evening to a call from a man with the last name of Diehl, the papers state. Ferrell learned it had been the same person. Powell offered to assist Ferrell. Ferrell contacted Assistant District Attorney Westline Ritter and reported
the current incident plus shared information on three previous domestic incidents he had investigated involving Diehl and Waterhouse. Ritter directed Powell to arrest him, the documents state. The officers went to Diehl’s residence in Carmen and a woman identifying herself as Diehl’s mother answered the door and brought him to the officers, the documents state. Powell informed Diehl he was under arrest and handcuffed him, but as they approached the front door, Diehl began to flail around and became very hostile, according to the court papers. Ferrell saw Powell’s flashlight fly across the front room and when Powell went to retrieve it, Ferrell saw Diehl lunge toward Powell, documents state. Ferrell grabbed Diehl’s arm and pulled him away from Powell, but Diehl appeared to lose his footing and fell to the floor face down. Ferrell saw blood coming from Diehl’s face and called Carmen First Responders to the scene. The First Responders found Diehl had a laceration on his nose, one on his ear and an abrasion on his chin. The officers transported Diehl to the hospital, then continued on with him to the Alfalfa County Jail.
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DA files charges on Alfalfa County Clerk Felony charges against Bruce Clifford Martin, Alfalfa County Clerk were filed on July 15, 2011. These charges were for the crime of “Falsification of Records by Custodian” which carries a maximum penalty, not exceeding Five (5) Years in addition to the person forfeiting the Office. There was no Warrant issued for Mr. Martin based upon his cooperation with the District Attorney’s Office and significant contacts with Alfalfa County.
Martin is not believed to be a flight risk. Initial Appearance in this case before the Honorable Loren E. Angle, Associate District Judge, Alfalfa County District Court will be Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 10:00 o’clock a.m. The Alfalfa County District Attorney’s office has conflicted out of these proceedings and this case has been assigned to Susan K. Meinders, Assistant District Attorney, Woodward County. No further statement will be made at this time.
South Barber School vehicle stolen, burned By Yvonne Miller Kiowa Police Officer Laney Ryan confirmed details to the Newsgram about an incident involving a South Barber Public School Suburban. Officer Ryan said that sometime late last Thursday night into the early morning hours Friday, someone broke into the locked lot at the high school
where vehicles are parked. The suspect/suspects stole the Suburban which had keys in it in the locked lot. The vehicle was found the next day in a field owned by Fred Mott southwest of Kiowa, 100-150 yards into Oklahoma, the officer said. The Suburban was “burned to a crisp,” Officer Ryan said. He said the Fire Marshal determined an accelerant was used and the fire started inside the vehicle. Officer Ryan said the KPD has several leads they are following in the investigation.
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Broken tail lamp results in DUI, possession arrest By Jim Stout A broken tail lamp led to the arrest of William Darren Harmon, 45, for driving under the influence and possession of marijuana and paraphernalia on July 7. OHP Trooper K. Jordan was northbound on SH8/45 when he observed a broken tail lamp on a white 1994 Chevrolet pickup as it made a left turn at the Carmen junction, according to charges filed July 13. Trooper Jordan stopped the vehicle and while issuing a warning for defective equipment observed the driver, Harmon, was heavily perspiring, shaking, and grinding his teeth, the documents state. As a certified drug recognition expert, Jordan informed Harmon he was exhibiting indicators of possible stimulant use. Trp. Jordan then observed that Harmon’s eyes were dilated, looked in his mouth and observed cotton mouth, looked up Harmon’s nose and observed a red, scabbed, irritated area in the left nostril, the documents state. The trooper didn’t administer the nine step walk and turn or the one leg stand because a thunderstorm with significant lightning strikes had moved into the area during the stop. When Trp. Jordan informed Harmon he still believed he was under the influence of a stimulant, Harmon said, “I’ve been having a tough time. I just buried my mom yesterday.” The documents state Harmon then admitted to using methamphetamine earlier in the day several different times with the latest being 4 p.m. The trooper then placed Harmon in handcuffs and informed him he was under arrest for DUI, then informed Harmon he was going to search Harmon’s vehicle for contraband. The documents state Harmon advised Jordan he would find drug paraphernalia and methamphetamine in the center console. Jordan found numerous tin foils containing burnt residue, a white ball point pen tube containing residue, and a blue plastic container in the console containing a white powdery substance.
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Maxson-Ferrell announce engagement
Megan Maxon and Bo Ferrell Megan Maxson and Bo Ferrell and are set to marry on August 27, 2011 at 5 p.m. at the First Christian Church
in Miami, Oklahoma. Minister Leon Weece will officiate. Megan is the daughter of Rockne Maxson and Judy Crawford of Miami, Oklahoma. Megan’s grandparents are Betty Buzzard-Wright, Quapaw, Oklahoma and the late Albert “Buzz” Buzzard, and the late Wauyaugh and Ruth Maxson of Welch, Oklahoma. Bo is the son of Mickey and Sheila Ferrell of Burlington, Oklahoma. Bo’s grandparents are Ruth Ferrell, Burlington and the late Bill Ferrell, Margaret Thompson, Alva and the late James Thompson. Both Megan and Bo are graduates of Oklahoma State University. Megan received her degree in Human Development and Family Sciences in 2008. Bo received an Agribusiness degree in 2005. Megan is the Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H Extension Agent for K-State Research and Extension in Harper County in Anthony, Kansas. Megan was formerly an OSU Extension Agent in Nowata County. Bo is a landman in the oil and gas industry as well as a farmer and rancher. The couple will make their home in Byron, Oklahoma.
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Mr. & Mrs. Joel Rinkenberger
Stephanie (Bahr) Rinkinberger plans reception for Hazelton Stephanie Leigh Bahr, Hazleton, Kansas and Joel David Rinkenberger, Bluffton, Indiana were married on June 5, 2011 in Magdalena De Kino Sonora, Mexico on the campus of Casa Vida Y Esperanza (House of Life and Hope) an outreach of the Apostolic Christian Church of America. They have both lived and worked at the orphanage for the past five years, Stephanie as a houseparent for young children and Joel as a caretaker for work teams and maintenance on the campus. The newlyweds will be in Kiowa, Kansas on Saturday, July 23, 2011, so we are planning a small reception for them at the community building from 2-4 p.m. Anyone who would care to is invited to come by and wish them well, as they will be making their home in Mexico until their Lord directs them elsewhere. We request no gifts please as they do not have the room to transport or store them at this time. We just hope that you will drop by and say hello.
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Dangerous Heat Wave Continues By Lynn L. Martin The heat wave engulfing our nation is dangerous to all ages. We’ve been warned about leaving children or pets in parked cars. But others are at risk. Besides those who have to work outside in this heat, senior citizens are vulnerable. Some seniors (and others) live in non-air conditioned homes. Some cannot afford the electricity costs to run the air conditioners they already
have. As has occurred during previous heat waves, “cool spots” are being enumerated where those suffering from the heat can seek shelter for several hours per day. Also, the local Bank IT project conducted by Alva banks have raised funds that for the next couple of months are committed to help needy people with their utility bills. Alan Smith, director of the Senior Nutrition Center in Alva, has agreed to be the contact person for those who need cool spots or who would like to apply for utility bill help. The phone number to reach Alan is
327-1822 at the Senior Citizens Center. County Commissioner Woods County Commissioner Clint Strawn has a good idea that resulted from the hot conditions and the corresponding burn ban. Residents in rural areas of the county where no trash pickup services are offered, typically burn their trash . . . which is illegal at the moment. So he has caused trash dumpsters to be placed at the Greenleaf and Capron Fire Stations for HOME TRASH only. He said that the dumpsters will be provided by Woods County District #1 until the Burn Ban is lifted (if they are not abused). Obviously, the county workers will consider them abused if they find animal carcasses or industrial waste in the dumpsters. So take advantage of this great offer without fouling it up.
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New carry over big improvement for CISD By Roger McKenzie A big carryover, a new location for the fifth grade, and changes in policies and payroll for support staff were all confirmed at the July 12 Special Meeting of the Cherokee Public Schools. With a month left before school starts, there are still some teaching and support staff jobs to fill. The conservative care practiced by the school board during the school year just concluded has paid off. The district’s carryover was announced as being about $292,000, much better than the $160,000 carried over at this time last year. And new Superintendent Cory Ellis pointed out that carry over is actually even better, because before arriving at the $292,000 figure, the district paid for some insurance and other school items which won’t consequently won’t have to be paid for in the new school budget. New treasurer Sammi Pfleider, reporting in the first month of the new school year, noted that the district had a total of almost $62,000 in the General Fund, almost $41,000 in the Building
Fund, and over $20,500 in the Child Nutrition Fund. The school board members encumbered $173,678.16 from the General Fund budget for blanket purchase orders, covering regularly monthly expenditures the district is aware of. The money won’t be spent all at once and could possibly carry the district throughout the year for the intended items. Another blanket purchase order for $1,200 for the Building Fund and encumbrances totaling $61,114.40 among the three primary funds were also approved. Administrative report In his administrative report, Supt. Ellis made it official. The fifth grade is going back to the elementary school building. Things might be a little more crowded this time around, however, since some building changes have reduced classroom space. Less than a month is left before school started, Ellis noted, and some teaching holes have yet to be filled. Interviews
are ongoing. The district hopes to find a speech (two hours) and English teacher (also two hours), a humanities teacher and half-time counselor. An elementary school secretary and a cafeteria worker are also needed. Supt. Ellis expressed some disappointment about the library carpet work (seams showing) and the district’s new lawnmower (requiring frequent repairs). He directed most of his concern at the Bad Boy Lawnmower sold to the district in March by Rother Brothers in Fairview. Despite only about 130 hours of use, the lawnmower has already broken down “a lot.” Ellis said he tried using the mower himself and it broke down after three passes where he was mowing. “It’s just not what we’ve been used to,” he said, referring to the previous mower which provided years of good service. The dealer has been unwilling to replace the machine and the district is now spending money to take it to Fairview to be repaired. Ellis said he has talked to Enid’s John Deere dealer about replacing the Bad Boy lawnmower with a John Deere version. Calling system in place The new alert calling system is in place, Ellis said. The system provides See Cherokee Page 18
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Hospital Company in Galesburg, Illinois during World War II. She attained the rank of T5 Corporal as a Surgical Technician. She received her honorable discharge at Fort Sheridan, Illinois on July 24, 1946. Survivors include her children, Anita and David Harris of Richmond, Texas, Ken Larison of Bartlesville, Greg and Michelle Larison of Benton, Illinois, Janet and David Griggs of Bartlesville and Susan Larison of Katy, Texas, ten grandchildren, Bryan and Angie Larison of Stillwater, Jon Paul and Trisha Larison of Sapulpa, Dustin Larison of Bartlesville, Shauna Griggs, Sarah Griggs, Samantha and Justin Cales of Bartlesville, Stacy and Jeff Beach of Talala, Cari Bowers of Austin, Texas, John and Bernadette Harris of Sugarland, Texas, Bryon and Susan Georgson of Cypress Springs, Texas, and Josie Banda of Bartlesville, seven great-granddaughters Keely, Hanna and Alia Larison of Stillwater, Oklahoma, Madelyn Mae Larison of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, Caitlyn Harris of Sugarland, Texas, Abby Georgson of Cypress Springs, Texas, and Riata Banda of Bartlesville, two great-grandsons, Dylan Paul Larison of Sapulpa, and Benjamin Georgson of Cypress Springs, Texas, also surviving are sisters, Bernice Tyree and friend Charles Bird of Alva, and Dorothy Anderson of Elk City, and brothers Harold Lohmann of Alva and Robert Lohmann and friend Delores Price of Enid, a sister-in-law, Kay
Larison of Houston, Texas and many nephews, nieces and cousins. Preceding her in death were husband, Paul W., her parents, twin sons born September 29. 1949, two sisters, Gertrude Canaan and Velma Nordyke, and a grandson, David J. Griggs. Her body is to be cremated and a memorial service will be held 11a.m. Saturday, July 23 at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. with Pastor Mark Carter officiating. Her remains will be interred beside her husband, Paul, in the Lutheran Cemetery in Alva, Oklahoma, Sunday, July 24 at 11 a.m. Contributions to a memorial fund may be made to the Redeemer Lutheran Church Future Planning and Expansion at Bartlesville, Oklahoma, 3700 SE Woodland Rd, 74006.
Obituaries MARGARET MAE LARISON Margaret Mae Lohmann Larison, daughter of Theodore and Auguste Engelken Lohmann was born at Alva, Oklahoma, on May 26, 1924. She passed away June 24, 2011, at the age of 87 years. She was a member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church of Bartlesville, and was baptized and confirmed in the Zion Lutheran Church in Alva. Paul W. Larison and Margaret Lohmann were married in the Zion Lutheran Church in Alva, on January 11, 1948. To this union seven children were born. They owned the Larison’s Restaurant in Alva for 16 years before moving to Bartlesville. She was employed at the Central National Bank in Alva before they came to Bartlesville. She was then employed at the Phillips Petroleum Company in the Oil and Gas Revenue accounting for fifteen years. They were transferred to Houston in 1983 and she retired August 1, 1985. She then took the H&R Block Course and was with the company for 6 years. She was manager of one of the Houston offices and retired from there in April, 1991. Margaret also served in the 110th Medical Division of the 57th WAC
DWAYNE B. HARGETT Private services will be held for Dwayne H. Hargett with Reverend Terry Martindale, Pastor, Alva First United Methodist Church officiating. Wharton Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be made online at www.whartonfuneralchapel. com. Dwayne B. son of Murla (Smith) and Frank Hargett was born in Alva, Oklahoma on December 26, 1970. He passed away at the St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas on the 17th day of See Obituaries Page 18
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Obituaries July at the age of 40 years, 6 months and 21 days. Dwayne is survived by his parents, two sisters; a nephew a step sister, a step brother, an aunt, other relatives and friends. Contributions may be made in his memory to the Harry Hynes Hospice 313 South Market, Wichita, Kansas 67202 JIM LESTER RICH Jim Lester Rich was born to Anna Beal (Ealey) and Carl L. Rich on October 29, 1946 in Aline, Okla. Jim married Barbara Virginia Brooks on July 15, 1983 in Chickasha. Jim passed away July 17, 2011 at 64 years of age. Survivors include his wife, Barbara, of Blanchard; a son, three daughters, nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and two sisters. Services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, July 21, 2011 at the Eisenhour Chapel in Blanchard. Interment will be held in the Blanchard Cemetery. Arrangements made by Eisenhour Funeral Home, Blanchard.
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a variety of automatic alerts to parents who provide the district with a phone number. “Now there is no excuse for not being notified,” Ellis said. In his first month on the job, Supt. Ellis said he has been busy reviewing things and making plans for the school year. Early on, he has shown a concern for his staff and for being more efficient. During his report, he talked about creating a Benevolent Fund and a Scholarship Fund. The former would replace the Flower Fund of the Cherokee Education Association because that organization’s membership is declining and no longer represents all teachers. The fund would be used for all staff during times of bereavement and sickness. The Scholarship Fund would be part of a cafeteria plan where all employees could donated part of their pay pre-tax to help fund a scholarship for their child or children. No action was taken on the funds. Support staff salary schedule Following his report, action was taken on an agenda item recommended by Ellis to fix what he described as a “hodge-podge.” A new salary schedule for support staff was approved. He introduced a salary schedule for support staff which was approved at the meeting. The schedule, he noted, replaces a “hodge podge.” Initially, some employees may receive a raise, while others may not, as the schedule is established. The main thing, Ellis stressed, is that he can present something concrete and predictable to new candidates he interviews for the two current support staff openings. Raises for principal, encumbrance clerk Along that same line and to put “everything on the table,” Ellis also recommended raises for Cherokee High School Principal Jeremy Hickman and Encumbrance Clerk Judy Porter. Ellis looked at area salaries before making the recommendations. The school board members agreed. Ellis praised Hickman for the job he did last year, noting that the principal took on a lot of extra duties. Hickman’s salary will go from $53,000 last year (with a coaching stipend) to $62,500 (without a stipend) once he passes the
state required principal certification test. That would lift his salary above the Burlington principal, while leaving it below the level of the Waynoka High School Principal. Porter, who was paid $13.10 per hour last year, will now make $15 per hour. Deferred compensation resolution Ellis also asked the board for a resolution to give employees, including himself, the option to invest part of their salary in a variety of new products (insurance, investment, etc.) not now offered. He suggested the district begin a 457 (b) plan—a deferred compensation instrument that allows employees to set aside part of their income tax free. The district would not contribute to the plan. The resolution was approved. Meal charges unchanged Parents got a break when the board voted not to raise lunch breakfast and lunch prices for the upcoming school year. Student and adult meals will continue at $1.50 and $3.25, respectively. Surplus ag items A list of agriculture education items were declared surplus. The list included a plasma cutter and other welding items, a stock trailer, hydraulic jacks, and computer equipment. Routine items A number of routine items were approved in preparation for the start of the new school year—ranging from reappointments of individuals who serve as hearing officials, coordinators, and receiving agents; to whereto put interest earned; to establishing Activity Fund Accounts. Memberships in the Oklahoma State School Boards Association ($1,225) and the Organization of Rural Oklahoma Schools ($400) were also approved. A contract with Alcohol and Drug Testing, Inc. was approved to test bus drivers randomly at a cost of $54 per drug test, $34 per alcohol test, and a mileage charge of 30 cents a mile. Tabled items Two items were tabled. Not all contracts were ready, so no vote on 11 and 12 month contracts was taken. Another agenda item calling for approval of the student handbook for 2011-12 was also tabled.
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Old clinic building to ease Courthouse space problems Alfalfa County to move two offices
By Roger McKenzie Druthers didn’t win out Monday when the Alfalfa County commissioners let utility savings prevail in a decision to relocate the county’s OSU Extension Office to the county-owned and vacant clinic building. Also moving to the building will be the Alfalfa County Election Board Office. The commissioners also approved a record 24 road crossing permit requests, amply demonstrating that the energy boom in Alfalfa County is not slowing down. A lengthy discussion Monday made it clear that commissioners had found a way to free up space at the crowded Alfalfa County Courthouse and satisfy the space needs of the election board, the OSU Extension Office, the tax assessor’s office and the sheriff’s department. But while everyone seemed to agree that the OSU Extension Office’s relocation to the new, yet to be built, fairgrounds building, would be perfect,
Former Cherokee Clinic building will house the Alfalfa County Election office and the OSU extension office in action taken Monday by the Alfalfa County Commission. Photo by Leisa Beavers it did not work out that way. No one representing the Fair Board was present for the discussion. The item was put on the meeting’s agenda after Commissioner Chairman Doug Murrow heard about space needs, particularly those of the election board, at an earlier meeting with department heads. At first, Commissioner Chad
Roach hoped that moving the extension office to the fairgrounds might free up enough space for the election board office to move downstairs and share that space with the sheriff’s office. It became apparent, however, that five extra rooms would not be enough to split between the two offices. The decision to move to the old clinic building made more sense economically if the 3,800 square foot building could be shared instead of putting just the election board there and moving the extension office to the fairgrounds. No changes in the plans for the new building at the fairgrounds would have to be made and the county would not have to pay utilities there and at the clinic building. The decision pleased Sheriff Tucker, who declared, “I’ll take all the extra space I can get. It will allow the tax assessor’s office to expand into the space now occupied by the election board. Secretary Kellie Stein and her clerk, Stephanie Jantz, will get much needed extra room for the election board. And while, it wasn’t the first choice for Extension Director Tommy Puffinbarger, it will give adequate space to the extension office in a modern building. “I’d be crazy not to want to move to the Fairgrounds,” said Puffinbarger, “but if moving to the clinic will help save See Alfalfa Page 32
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Named to Education Hall of Fame, Keith Ballard speaks of Kiowa ties Credits small town values and work ethic for success
By Yvonne Miller Superintendent of Tulsa Public Schools, he is known as Dr. Keith Ballard to the education world and is about to receive one of the highest honors in Oklahoma education – induction into the Oklahoma Educators Hall of Fame (OEHF). In Kiowa, Kan., Dr. Ballard is known as “Keith” since he started as a kindergarten student and graduated from Kiowa High School in 1967. He still tells proudly that he was part of the last undefeated Chieftain football team at KHS for the 1966 season. The son of the late Bill (who was longtime school janitor) and Norma Ballard, he said, “It’s been a remarkable journey. I’ve been fortunate – really lucky to be in the right place at the right time.” “I’ve absolutely loved Kiowa, my classmates and friends. I was so fortunate to grow up with small town values and work ethic. Part of our culture was we all went to work in the fields helping farmers. Our work ethic was a huge part of what we did. “I’ve been many places and seen a lot in my career. I was shaped by my teachers, working in agriculture and
to brain cancer.
Keith Ballard influenced by community leaders,” Ballard said. He mentioned by name many of his favorite teachers from Opal Jones in kindergarten to Mike McGinley, Troy Bouscher, his coach Fayne Henson, Ronnie Allenbach and Walter Fry. During this phone interview Ballard was sitting in his hotel room while at a conference in Seattle with the Bill Gates Foundation. He was writing at his computer. “I write all the time and often think of my teacher Julia Fritze. She made darn sure you learned to type!” He told proudly that his best friends from Kiowa – Keith Rathgeber, Tom Tharp and Paul Harbaugh, remained in the community and “have all made a real contribution to Kiowa.” He also mentioned good friends Dan Lukins, Doug Rose and Doug Vannaman. Ballard said while he has so many happy memories there were tragic times – losing his brother Joe to lung cancer at age 20. In 2007 he lost his sister Connie
Ballard’s Career and Honors The OEHF honors professionals who demonstrate a commitment to quality, public-supported education. OEHF executive director Dr. Sharon Lease said “Only educators with the highest lifetime achievement are eligible for induction. With more than 39 years of service in public education, Dr. Ballard personifies the necessary criteria for this honor, and our board selected him unanimously.” Of his selection for induction to the OEHF, Ballard said, “I’ve honestly never lived for honors – this one caught me by surprise. I’m really humbled. “Having the opportunity to serve Oklahoma’s children is something I never take for granted and my passion for the future of our state’s education is insurmountable.” His induction ceremony is August 12 at Quail Creek Country Club in Oklahoma City. His portrait will be on display with other OEHF inductees at the Oliver Hodge Education Building on the state Capitol campus. Ballard holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Speech from Kansas State University in Hays, Kansas; a Master’s Degree as a Reading Specialist from Northwestern Oklahoma State University in Alva, Oklahoma; and a Doctorate in Educational Administration from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma. As graduation speaker at NWOSU last spring, the university honored Ballard with the Outstanding Education See Ballard Page 32
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Over 30 years as educator, Jim Jacobs is retiring
By Yvonne Miller “It was all about the kids – not me,” Jim Jacobs said of his over 30 years in the classroom, about 25 years of those at South Barber Public Schools. A native of Kiowa, Kan., Jim is the son of Lloyd and Norma Jacobs and graduated from South Barber in 1974. He then earned a bachelor’s degree from NWOSU in 1979. He spent six years teaching at Lewis before returning to this area and earning his elementary certificate. Jim started teaching 7th and 8th grade science at SB’s Hardtner site in 1986. He eventually coached – assistant boys high school basketball a while; girls middle school basketball many years; and helped with football and track off and on many years. He continued teaching science throughout his career. He’s also taught computer classes to 6th, 7th and 8th graders and also the past few years 4th grade math and 6th grade social studies. PK-6 Principal Marcia Cantrell said, “Technology-wise we could always rely on Jim. If he couldn’t answer the inquiry, he’d say, `That’s a Luke (MacKinney, the school’s computer tech) question.” Cantrell also said that Jim is known for his “dry sense of humor.” Jim and his wife Jill made their home west of Capron in the house where she
Longtime teacher Jim Jacobs retired from South Barber School at the end of the school year which gives him more time for his passion of OU football and fishing. was raised as a Wennet and graduated from Alva High School in 1974. Their son Kyle will be a senior in ag education at Kansas State University. Jim and Jill have taught in neighboring classrooms for years. Jill said that situation was “really good.” She found it convenient, especially when she had computer questions. He was also good to help with her students if needed, she said. Jill will now teach the computer classes her husband taught with the help of MacKinney. She’ll also continue teaching three classes of reading. Longtime teacher Melva Armbruster,who also taught across the
hall from him many years, said, “Jim and I have been through many school changes – administration, building, staff and students. As changes were made, he tried to make the best of all situations. He used his love of fishing and OU sports to connect with the kids.” His science students looked forward to 8th grade when they got to build and launch a rocket at the end of the school year. Building volcanoes was also a popular project. “Those were good applications to learn science concepts,” he said. “I always tried to incorporate fun into learning,” Jim said. When asked about the most notable changes he witnessed in students through the years, he replied, “Kids want to be entertained now instead of learning. I had to figure out a way to do both. Computers helped some. I try to make it more interesting.” He added, “In the beginning, kids did what you asked them without question. Today they ask why all the time. Kids’ work ethic has changed. I got realistic with kids – opened their eyes about what it takes when they are out of school, get a job and have bills to pay.” Jim said his biggest challenge as a teacher was “figuring out what kids need to make them learn better.” The highlight of his career was “when a student who was struggling finally got it – that Ah-Ha moment. That’s what made it all worthwhile.” Looking back on staff and administrators he’s worked with, Jim said, “They’ve all been different. Monty (Thompson) was my favorite administrator – I really miss him. South Barber has an excellent staff who have always worked hard to make students stronger, better people.” In Retirement Now that he’s retired, Jim has more time to invest in the couple’s farming interest which involves, wheat, alfalfa, cows, horses, cats and dogs. As one drives by their farm along Highway 11 they’ll see many goats. They raise goats to sell as See Jacobs Page 30
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Jacobs meat and also as show animals. Both Jim and Jill volunteer for the Stateline 4-H Club. He is also a volunteer firefighter for Capron’s Fire Department. Jim, Jill and Kyle are huge OU Football fans and try to attend most home games in Norman. Jim’s retirement frees him up to go when he likes, but Jill has one more year to teach before retirement, she said. – Former student Melissa (Gillig) Rector said, “I remember he always joked around and made science fun for us. During basketball people got so competitive but he still made it fun. However I will never forgive him because one time in a game when I first started in junior high I shot a basket for the other team. I turned and looked at him begging him to take me out, but he wouldn’t. He told me I couldn’t come out until I scored one for our team. “He was fun, but expected us to do our best. When I was in 7th grade we had exactly five (basketball) team members. We weren’t the most talented but he taught us to work hard and we won all our games until the last one. “I taught with him one year. Seeing him at meetings and with students during that time reiterated to me he really was all about kids – he tried to relate to kids with teams they liked, anything to help them learn. I’ve really gone full circle with him – from student to colleague to buying show goats from him for my children and watching him influence them through 4-H.”
Six Waynoka FFA members and their new advisor Mr. Anderson attended the Oklahoma FFA Alumni Leadership Camp July 3 through 6,. Attending were Hannah Darr, Weston Hill, Chassidee Koehn, Austin Long, Layne Meriwether, and Michaela Zook. Alumni Camp allows members to make new friends, listen to inspirational speakers, build leadership and teamwork skills, and to provide an overall fun experience. Bill Cordes, better known as the YOGOWYPI Man, kicked off the first day by teaching us that You Only Get Out What You Put In (YOGOWYPI). He was a great speaker that was full of energy and kept our attention with fun group involvement activities. After getting excited about camp with Bill Cordes, we all headed off to meet our small groups. Throughout the four days we met with our small groups numerous times. During these sessions with our groups we did many activities such as ropes course, Water Olympics, dodge ball tournament, and many team building activities. Our main theme and focus in our small groups was communication. We learned communication skills on many levels and were encouraged to take those skills back home and implement them in our daily lives and our FFA chapters. Participating in the ropes course and other team building activities was a great way to start off day two. Sam Glenn, The Chalk Guy, was our next speaker. His chalk masterpiece combined with his relatable stories made him a fun speaker to listen to. All the small groups then took part in the highly anticipated Water Olympics where small groups competed
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Waynoka FFA members at Oklahoma FFA Alumni Leadership Camp. Back Row: Austin Long, Layne Meriwether, Michaela Zook. Front Row: Weston Hill, Hannah Darr, Chassidee Koehn. in many relays and cheered each other on. After the Olympics campers participated in the dodge ball tournament. Layne Meriwether’s small group was declared the Dodge Ball Tournament Champions out of 34 small groups. The highlight of day three was the hypnotist show. Campers looked forward to this activity all day. The hypnotist show was directed by Dr. Al Snyder, a former FFA member and State Officer. Waynoka FFA members enjoyed watching their fellow chapter member, Chassidee Koehn, being hypnotized. On the last day of Alumni Camp we had our final small group session where we received our happy grams, which we look forward to all week. At the final session the camp auction was held and then everyone reflected on the past few days at camp by watching the camp slideshow. After a great four days at camp, we said our final goodbyes to our new friends.
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Freedom Blood Drive is Tuesday at Town Hall Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) has teamed up with strong partner, Freedom community, in a blood drive 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, July 26 at Freedom Town Hall on Main Street. Anyone who is healthy and 16 years or older* is encouraged to donate blood. All blood donors will receive a voucher for two tickets to the Oklahoma
City Zoo, a “feel strong” T-shirt and health screenings. Every week in July, KNID 107.1 Radio Station will be drawing from the donors that week, and giving away a gas card for $107.10. “Local hospitals are relying on us to provide blood needed for scheduled treatment or emergencies,” said Dr. John Armitage, OBI President and CEO. “We
are committed to ensuring patients have blood when it is needed, 365-days-ayear.” Blood donors also have the opportunity to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by forgoing the T-shirt offered in appreciation for giving blood. In turn, OBI will make a monetary donation of similar value to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. It’s a chance to ‘doubly give’ for Oklahomans with these blood disorders - through the gift of life-saving blood - and support of research and treatment initiatives. Oklahoma Blood Institute is the ninth largest, non-profit blood center in America. For more information or to make an appointment, contact Oklahoma Blood Institute at 877-340-8777 or visit us at www.obi.org.
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taxpayer dollars…we’re just trying to get along with everybody.” Stein requested, however, that her office delay moving until after an upcoming election in September. Ray, Phillips get nods Several other important items received approval Monday’s meeting. Commissioner Chad Roach, hoping to take advantage of some delays in other counties, got approval for a resolution that he hopes might help move up a $1.2 million blacktop paving project of five miles of road west of Aline. The project is currently scheduled for 2014. Julie Ray of Grant Essentials in Braman submitted the only proposal to administer the county’s $30,000 Community Development Block
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Grant for improving sidewalks and handicapped accessibility at the courthouse. Commissioners appointed her the project’s administrator. She will be paid no more than $2,928 for the job. Commissioner’s appointed Diane Phillips to dual duty as the county’s safety director and its First Deputy Emergency Management Director. However, Gene Kuepfer with the county’s ambulance service noted that no official job description exists for the position. Commissioner Roach checked and found Kuepfer was right. One will have to be created. Road crossing permits set record The 24 road crossing permit requests came from eight different companies. Atlas Pipeline had the most. Its 10
requests were all in District 1. Also approved for District I were three requests from Crescent Services, two each from Chesapeake Exploration, Select Energy Sources, and SandRidge. District 2 had one requests from SemGas and one from Rodco Services. District 3 had three requests—two from SemGas and one from Alfalfa Electric Co-Op. Several used items from the county treasurer’s office were declared junk. The list included two printers, a file server, and two software packages. In other business, the commissioners approved minutes of their previous meeting, as well as maintenance and operations warrants, and blanket purchase orders.
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Award. His career began in 1972 as a teacher at Coweta, moving to Oologah and Claremore. By age 36 he was a superintendent. For nine years he was executive director of the Oklahoma Secondary School Board Association. TPS Superintendent since October 2008, he also serves as a professor in Educational Leadership at the University of Oklahoma, where he is on a leave of absence. He works with the Oklahoma State Legislature and has served on
many committees to study statewide educational issues. He’s a 2011 Brock International Prize in Education juror. Ballard recently received the Don Newby/Ben Hill award by the Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry. He explained this was in response to how he handled a seven-month initiative which closed 14 schools in Tulsa and “made us more efficient.” Ballard’s Family Ballard’s wife of 39 years is Christie who is the daughter of L.E., and the late
Joan Castle of Jet. The Castles lived in Burlington many years where she graduated from high school. She is a retired school librarian and has worked part-time as the executive director of the Rogers County Literacy Council. Christie is now fully retired and babysits their grandchildren. The Ballards have three children: son Matthew, an attorney in Tulsa, and his wife Traci, also an attorney who works in the Educational Leadership program at OU-Tulsa; daughter Michelle, a fourth grade teacher in Verdigris, Oklahoma; and son Michael, a coach and Spanish teacher in Claremore Public Schools. Keith and Christie have three grandchildren, Ashton Lewis Andrews and Kizer Isabella Ballard and Keaton Castle Ballard. The Ballards will welcome their fourth grandchild in October 2011.
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07-11-11 Barber County Rural Volunteer Fire Department aided Comanche County at a grass fire south of Coldwater. 07-11-11 Medicine Lodge Rural Volunteer Fire Department responded to a grass fire on the Boggs Ranch southwest of Medicine Lodge. 07-11-11 Kiowa Ambulance transported patient from Kiowa Swimming Pool to Kiowa Hospital. 07-11-11 Kiowa Ambulance transferred patient from Kiowa Hospital to Anthony. 07-12-11 Medicine Lodge Ambulance transported patient from main Street to Medicine Lodge Hospital. 07-13-11 Sawyer Volunteer Fire
Department responded to a grass fire west of Elm Mills. 07-13-11 Matthew Sherman, Coldwater, driving a 2005 Jeep struck a goat about 5 miles south of Medicine Lodge on U281. Over $1,000 damage, no injury, accident investigated by Deputy Rugg. 07-13-11 Kiowa Ambulance transported patient from Hardtner to Kiowa Hospital. 07-16-11 Steven Meyers, Medicine Lodge, driving a 1997 Ford SUV struck a deer on the River Road west of Mingona. Over $1,000 damage, no injury, accident worked by deputy English. 07-16-11 Sheriff Tomson, Deputy Hutfles, and KWOD Officer Gebers
responded to a domestic disturbance in Hazelton. 07-17-11 Isabel and Sawyer Volunteer Fire Departments responded to a stubble fire southwest of Isabel. 07-17-11 Medicine Lodge Rural Volunteer Fire Department responded to a grass fire 1 mile west of Medicine Lodge. During the week officers received 14 reports of cattle out; 1 report of horses out; 3 reports of goats out; performed 13 Public Assists; and assisted 3 other agencies. Arrests: 07-13-11 Billy W. Watters, Cherokee, Oklahoma, W/M, 30. Arrest by KHP. Charges: Possess Marijuana 2. Possess Drug Paraphernalia. Released 07-15-11 on $1,500 Bond. 07-14-11 Jeramy L. Hatch, W/M, 32. Arrest by BASO. Charged on Harper County Warrant – Probation Violation. Released 07-14-11 on $2,500 Bond. 07-15-11 Joshua N. Smart, Medicine Lodge, W/M, 29. Arrest by MLPD. Charges: Disorderly Conduct 2. DUI 3. Refuse PBT 4. Battery on LEO 5. Criminal Damage to Property. Released 07-16-11 on $10,000 Surety Bond. 07-15-11 Dyllen D. Johnson, Medicine Lodge, W/M, 19. Arrest by BASO. Court Committed. 07-15-11 Jeffrey D. Paxon, Kiowa, W/M, 29. Arrest by KWPD. Charged on Pratt County Warrant – Fail to Appear. Released 07-15-11 on $208.63 Cash Bond. 07-16-11 Zena Andrews, Cherokee, Oklahoma, I/F, 34. Arrest by BASO. Charge: Domestic Battery. Released 07-17-11 on $750 Bond. 07-17-11 Samantha D. Bohannon, Sawyer, W/F, 19. Arrest by MLPD. Charges: Drive while DL Suspended 2. No Registration 3. No Insurance. Released 07-17-11 on $500 Surety Bond. 07-17-11 Johnny C. Briseno, Protection, W/M, 41. Arrest by BASO. Charges: Possess Marijuana 2. Expired Registration. 07-17-11 Tracy L. Wells, Medicine Lodge, W/F, 43. Arrest by MLPD. Charges: Drug Possession 2. Possess Drug Paraphernalia.
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WE HAVE A HUGE DATABASE OF PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE PLANS WE CAN HANDLE. Holder Drug presents the senior citizen nutrition center menu. This is not served at Holder Drug, but rather one block west. Citizens age 60 and over are eligible to eat for only a small donation, typically $3.00. Please join us as the more people eating helps our funding.
Wednesday July 20
Ham & Beans, Seasoned Spinach, Apricots, Corn Bread and Sugar Cookie
Thursday July 21
Kirspy Fish Fillet, Coleslaw, French Fries, Cheese Biscuit, Strawberry Shortcake
Friday July 22
Porcupine Meatballs, Mac & Cheese, Peas & Carrots, Pineapple Upsidedown Cake
Monday July 25
Polish Sausage w/Kraut, Parslied New Potatoes, Bread, Rosy Applesauce Over
Tuesday July 26
Spaghetti & Meatsauce, Green Salad, Hominy, Ice Cream
Wednesday July 27
Submarine Sandwich, Lettuce, Onion, Pickles, Pork & Beans, Lemon Delight
Thursday July 28
Taco Salad, Mexican Corn, Chilled Pears, Cinnamon Roll
Friday July 29
Chicken Spaghetti, Garden Salad, Creamed Peas, Garlic Bread, Banana Cake w/Cream Cheese Frosting
Monday Aug 1
Chicken Tenders, Potatoes w/Gravy, Pea & Carrots, Mixed Fruit
Tuesday Aug 2
Steak Fingers, Mashed Potatoes w/Brown Gravy, Green Beans, Hot Roll, Vanilla Pudding
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Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Log July 11, 2011 12:19 p.m. report of a minor accident at 1 west 2 south of Helena, all are up walking around, 18 wheeler vs pickup, roadway not blocked, OHP advised, now asking for ambulance for driver of pickup, Helena Ambulance was advised. 8:25 p.m. On-Star advised of a minor accident 1 1/2 west of Burlington, spoke with man in car, vehicle vs deer, does not want an ambulance, OHP and Burlington Fire & Rescue advised. 10:06 p.m. OHP advised of a motorist assist east of the 4-way on Hwy 11, spoke with caller, he needs a lug wrench, advised he is assisting CPD with med call, someone has stopped to help, his spare is flat needs help again, gave him a ride to town, a friend will pick him up. July 12, 2011 1:16 a.m. medical call to 600 block of south Grand in Carmen for patient who is coughing up blood, paged out Helena Ambulance and Carmen First Responders. 11:09 a.m. report of a grass fire 2 west of McWillie, paged Helena FD and are en route with 1 truck. 11:39 a.m. Report of a man falling at his residence, needs 1st Responders to help get him up, no ambulance needed, NFD was paged out. 12:02 p.m. report of a major accident 3 east of Cherokee on Hwy 11, OHP was advised and all en route. 1:05 p.m. report of goats out 2-3 east of Cozy Curve, called possible owner, left message. 3:09 p.m. report of animal neglect in Goltry, individual has a dog that is being neglected, ACSO called Goltry City Hall, will have someone check on the dog, will advise if anything more
is needed. 5:07 p.m. report of fire 1/2 mile east on Hwy 11 on Grant Co line, paged Nescatunga FD to assist with 1 brush rig & 2 people, if it jumps the road at Alfalfa Co line he will get a tractor out there. 6:30 p.m. motorist assist call, a woman called CPD and advised she passed a vehicle north of city before 4-way, subject in vehicle had head tilled back and windows all rolled up, talked to individual, he was coming back from Alva when he got sleepy so he pulled over, going to follow him back to his residence. July 13, 2011 1:09 p.m. report of grain hauler all over road west bound on Hwy 11 just went over Salt Fork, followed hauler for a couple of miles and never went across the line. 8:17 p.m. report of cattle out 1 mile on Crystal Rd, 1 black cow and 4 calves with yellow ear tags in left ear, they went in field on north side, they probably got out where the draw is, individual stated he was in the area and will check. July 14, 2011 2:10 a.m. medical call to Nescatunga, patient thinks he is having a allergic reaction to some new meds from the doctor, paged Nescatunga, advised CPD request ambulance, NFD on scene, ambulance en route to the hospital. 4:05 p.m. report of minor accident 2 west of Carmen, black 4-wheel drive PU ran subject off road, hit the guard rail, has damage, request trooper to work the accident, ACSO advised OHP and DOT of damage to guard rail. 6:50 p.m. report of minor accident west of Burlington, subject has been
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sideswiped, broken mirror and some other damage, no injury, advised OHP. July 15, 2011 11:30 a.m. caller advised he received a call from an individual who had land rented and there was a vehicle in his field that had been burned on Hwy 8 on State Line Rd 1 1/4 west and south, asked if we had any calls about a fire told him no, deputy would go check it out. 3:53 p.m. report of minor accident, no injuries, 5.5 miles east of Cozy Curve, ACSO advised OHP, K&K will get the vehicle, is off the roadway. 4:51 p.m. medical call to 200 block of McClure in Goltry, request ambulance for subject who is possibly deceased, Helena at scene, advised Medical Examiner and Funeral Home. 7:48 p.m. report of 4 cattle out 2 1/2 miles south of Cozy Curve in the east side of the ditch, advised possible owner is going to go check it out. 8:53 p.m. report of 1 black cow out 7 miles west of Cherokee on Greer Rd in the ditch, advised possible owner is already taking care of it. 11:53 p.m. report of cow out 1 1/4 miles east from the Hwy on Crystal Rd, advised possible owner he will go check it out, he is there but it is not his but it is in. July 16, 2011 10:24 a.m. report of stolen hay bale 5 miles west and 1 north of Cherokee, found bale less than 1/2 a mile from where they were sitting, there are mud grip tire tracks by the bales of hay. 9:11 p.m. report of 3-4 calves out on Hwy 38 north of Jet, advised possible owner will go check it out. 10:51 p.m. report of 1 red cow out 4 mile north of Carmen turnoff, advised possible owner will go check. July 17, 2011 7:28 p.m. report of 1 cow out on Hwy 8 south of new bridge, caller put it back in but it was already trying to get back out, contacted a couple of possible owners, they went looking but could not find anything. 8:00 p.m. Woods Co advised of cows out 3 miles east of Green Valley Church on Hwy 45, notified one possible owner but said they were someone else’s, will send someone out to look, will contact owner.
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Alfalfa County Court Filings Criminal Filings Dustin Keith Diehl, 27, no address listed: Domestic Abuse with Prior Pattern of Physical Abuse. William Darren Harmon, 47, Aline: Unlawful Possession of Controlled Dangerous Drug. Ryan Michael Gallagher, 23, Carmen: Aggravated Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol. Bruce Clifford Martin, 64, no address listed: Falsification of Records by Custodian. Misdemeanor Filings Rachel R. Duncan, 19, Carmen: Leaving Scene of Accident Involving
Damage to Vehicle. Ryan Michael Gallagher, 23, Carmen: Leaving Scene of Accident Involving Damage to Vehicle. William Darren Harmon, 47, Aline: (1) Operating a Vehicle while Under the Influence of an Intoxication Substance; (2) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Jack Elvin Bailey, 62, no address listed: Driving Under the Influence. Divorce Filings Jessica Desire’e Steel vs. Virgil Wayne Steel II: Divorce. Traffic Filings Timothy Ross Conway, 40,
Cherokee: Operating a motor vehicle at a speed not reasonable or proper ($256.50). James F. Meadows, 64, Medford: Failure to yield to vehicle on right of intersection ($211.50). Atulbhai Ranchhodbhai Raj, 46, Duncan: Following too closely ($211.50). Jeremy Robert Kerstein, 27, Garber: Operating a motor vehicle at a speed not reasonable or proper ($256.50). The following individuals were cited for no seat-belt ($20 fine): Amy Alane Allen, 43, Alva.
Alfalfa County Real Estate Transactions Beginning Book 659 page 445 Real Estate Transfers Eddie Bill Tucker and Thomas Steven Tucker as Co-Trustees of the Eddie Bill Tucker Revocable Trust dated August 3, 2000, Grantors, and Christie Sue Castle Ballard, Jean Ann Castle Tarrant, Janet Lee Castle Roper and Kimberly Kay Castle Miller, in equal shares as Tenants in Common, Grantees: The East Half of
the North Half of the Northeast Quarter of and the East Half of the North Half of the Northeast Quarter of Section 23, Township 27 North, Range 9, WIM and The North Half of the North Half of the Southwest Quarter and the North Half of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 26 and the West Half of the West Half of the Northeast Quarter and the South Half of the Southeast Quarter of Section 27 all in Township 26 North, Range 11, WIM: Quit Claim Deed. John C. Meyer and/or Kenny L. Meyer to Michelle White: A tract of land in the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 3, Township 26 North, Range 9, WIM: Quit Claim Deed. Shirley E. Cunningham and Rhonda Fullerton of the Family Trust of Shirley E. Cunningham to Adam Supernaw and/ or Tricia Supernaw: South Half of Lot 4 and the North Half of Lot 5, Block 60, Park Addition to the City of Cherokee: Quit Claim Deed. Cody M. Ward to Roger Nichols: Lot 8,9,10,11, and 12 in Block 44 in the Town of Goltry: Quit Claim Deed. Troy M. Starks and Shelli Starks to Ethan John Martin: Lots 8,9,10, and 11 in Block 1, in the McSparrins Sub-division located in the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 3-26 North, Range 9, WIM: Warranty Deed. Mark P. Welch and Melva J. Wedge, Trustees of the Melvin B Welch Trust
No.1, dated January 20, 1992 to Mark P. Welch and Melva J. Wedge: Tract one: The Southwest Quarter and the West 57 ½ acres of the Southwest Quarter of Section 9, all in Township 24 North, Range 10, WIM; Tract Two: The East 102 ½ acres of the Southeast Quarter of Section 9, Township 24 North, Range 10, WIM; Tract Three: The Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 1, Township 24 North, Range 10, WIM: Warranty Deed. Steven Schrock and Susan Schrock to Maxine Schrock: The Northeast Quarter of Section 21, Township 29 North, Range 11, WIM: Quit Claim Deed. Maxine Schrock to Rick Schrock and Steven Schrock: The Northeast Quarter of Section 21, Township 29 North, Range 11, WIM: Warranty Deed. Maxine Schrock to Rick Schrock: Southwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 29 North, Range 12, WIM: Warranty Deed. Mortgages Sportsman Country Club to SCC Note Group: The South half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 26 North, Range 10 West: $67,500. Shelby Michael to ACB Bank: Lot 1 and the East 15 feet of Lot 2 in Block 2 on Millspaugh’s Addition to the City of Cherokee: $10,563.77. Mary Green and John Green to ACB Bank: The East Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 33, Township 25 North, Range 9, WIM: $118,400.
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class. Amy Ryerson will show you where to find, how to organize and use coupons, advertisment matching and online bargains to stretch your budget. Tue July 26 and Aug 2, 6-8pm. Northwest Technology Center, Alva. Cost $15. 580-3270344 to enroll
your Child Custody or Divorce Issues. It saves money and is faster. Denis Cote Mobile Law PLLC. 580-327-1753 or 580430-1062 Tree Clearing/Fencing
Tree Clearing/Stump Spraying capable. Old fence removal and new fence construction. Welding Carpentry and corral construction. Brian Interior-Exterior improvements. Collins 405-255-4292 Room additions. Plaster Repair Adult Fall Classes & Painting. Handicap Upgrades. Will also accommodate Farm & Attention all Serger owners, Aug Ranch. 580-307-4598 or 620- 9th at 6pm or Aug 13 at 10am we 825-4285. Hourly Rates avail. will be having a “What is that Mitch Reed stitch and when do I use it?” class. Old Sergers, new Sergers, any For Your Const Needs make or model Serger welcome. From A-Z, New Construction, Come have fun! Limited class Roofing, Additions, size, call for enrollment $10. Remodeling, Siding, Windows, 580-327-3312 Alva, Sewing Int/Ext, Painting, All Work Center 428 Flynn Guaranteed. Improve the value Your Healthcare Reform of your home. Call 580-7321028 Keep your personal healthcare costs low. Dr. Elizabeth Kinzie “Cleaning Lady” helps you prevent major medical with 10 years experience looking issues including the bills that come for work. With references. 360- with them. Call 580-430-3366 580-7294 Message: 327-0575 Come by the Lite-N-Nite Computer Plus and enjoy a refreshing soft drink Computer Repair, Service, Virus and our free WiFi Removal and other Computer Oil/Gas Mineral Leases Needs. Competitive Pricing. Call Adam Swallow at 580-327-4449 Please contact us if you are or 580-748-2349 or come by interested in leasing or selling 1329 Fair St. Mon-Fri. Will do your minerals. We provide local housecalls services to Oil and Gas Mineral Owners. Our efforts create Pasture Tree Clearing healthy competition resulting Save moisture and Grass. Let me in higher bonus amounts and clear trees in your pasture. Skid superior lease terms. Professional Steer and Marshall Tree Saw. Ed References Available. 580-327Grover. 580-474-2465 or 580- 4440 or 580-327-7889. www. 542-0298 MineralMarketing.Com
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Travis and Bobbie Krob
Dan’s Pest Control
Tree Trim and Cut and Removal + Stump Grinding. Very Reasonable Rates. Call anytime. Insured. Travis 580-747-4256, Bobbie 580-430-7103
Guarantees you a Pest Free home or business, at an affordable price. It is time to get your home treated for Spiders, Scorpions, Wasps, Ants, Flies, Bed Bugs & other flying & crawling pests. Dan and Sherry will be servicing the Alva area July 13, 14, 15. 26, 27, 28, 29. Aug 9, 10, 11, 12. Call 580748-1953
Pony Boy Lures
600 Mimosa, Alva. 580-3271233 or 580-430-5547. Night Crawler Worms. Marked down fishing tackle. “Henry Rifles.” All types Rifles-Shotguns, Hand Crazy Energy Savings! Guns, Ammo-Archery. BuySell-Trade You owe it to yourself to check us for a new Kick’ N Koffee home or remodel. Miller Wed-Our new Sunshine Salad/ and Associates, LLC. www. Grilled Chicken over Greens 580-327-7935. with Craisins and orange slices, millerandassociatesllc.com buns & dessert. Awesome Professional Upholstery Chicken Salad with Croissant. Fri-Big Fat Brat, choice with all types of furniture. Over Sauerkraut or Grilled Onions/ 55 yrs experience. Goltry, OK. Peppers, on Hoagie Bun, Potato 580-496-2351 Salad and Peach Cobbler. SatEmployment Biscuits and Gravy. Pulled Pork or Ham Salad. MonHelp Wanted Chicken or Beef Enchiladas. Cowboys is looking for day and Tue-Traditional Chicken and evening Bartenders. No exp Noodles over Mashed Potatoes required. Apply in person. 227 E Depot Bar & Grill Okla Blvd Wed Lunch Special-Beef or Chicken Enchiladas, Rice, Beans, Strawberry Pie. Thurs-BBQ Brisket, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Lemon Icebox Cake. FriChicken Fry, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Roll, Pineapple Sheet Cake. Open at 11am. Full Menu every day. Carry-Out avail. 580-327-2212
Heavy Equipment Opera Dozers, excavators, haul truck drivers and other heavy equipment. Heavy equipment mechanics and oilers also needed. Call 660-656-9505 Housecleaner Needed No Smoking. 580-327-3361
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Help Wanted
Full time CNA, CMA
Indoor Garage Sale
Full-Time Dishwasher. Wed-Thur evening. Also need Evening Cook Fri-SatSun. Need to have 2-3 years experience cooking. Apply in person at Beadles Nursing Home, 916 Noble
Needed at the Waynoka Nursing Center immediately for all shifts. Please apply in person or call Becky Ross RN DON @ 580-824-5661. Competitive pay and flexible scheduling.
Friday, July 22 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. at 322 N. 6th St. (3 Blks N of Methodist Church) Carmen, OK
OK Wildlife Dept
Farm Supplies
$8.85/hr + mileage reimbursement. Need temporary research assistants for quail trapping and bio sampling in Western Okla July-Oct. Call 405-301-9945 for details. Apply on Dept app by July 22. Download app at wildlifedepartment.com
Honda 2000 TRX 350 rancher 4 x 4. $2300. 2004 CRF50 $650. 2 man bass boat with trolling motor. $350. 580-327-7422
Nicholas Services
Multi-Family
Now hiring Class A Truck Drivers for all shifts. Earn over $1300 weekly/$15-$17.50 hourly. Excellent Benefits. Over 30 years in Business. Come be a valued member of our growing company that takes pride in our equipment and provides extensive oilfield training. 620-930-7511
Lots of Furniture, Antiques, Professional Clothing, Prom Dresses, Electronics, too much to list. 903 3rd St. Fri 9am-5pm. Sat 8am-?
Now Hiring Experienced Crude Oil Transport Driver for Full-Time position in the Alva area. Competitive pay and benefits, health insurance, paid vacation. Day Cab and Sleeper work available. Call 806-9352525 or send Resume to PO BOX 1534, Dumas, TX 79029
Garage Sales
Consignment Sale 308 S Florida. Cherokee, OK. Fri July 22 and Sat July 23. 7am-1pm only. Furniture, Glassware, Large collection of Hall Pottery in the Autumn Leaf Pattern, Collection of All God’s Children Figurines, Many books and lots of misc
1920 Eden Drive Kids items, toys, household items, lots of misc. Friday 5 p.m. on Saturday from 8 - 2 p.m. Lawn Care Mowing Service Reasonable rates. Call anytime. 580-3278392 or 580-603-1605 Miscellaneous Quality Buildings starting at $1183.50 with discounts up to $580. Across from the Sonic. 580-3273621 or 580-430-6052 Restaurant Equipment Hunt Bros pizza oven, warmer, signs, misc. asking $2500. 24 restaurant chairs, durable, orange, $10 each. 316-640-3490 New Movies This Week
Truck Mechanic
Garage Sale
Nicholas Services has expended their fleet and is now seeking a highly motivated mechanic that takes pride in their work. Duties include truck maintenance, brake work, A/C, electrical and general shop maintenance, organizational skills a must. Paid hourly based on experience, position includes exceptional benefits package. Job is located in Medicine Lodge, KS. 620930-7511
Friday at 7 a.m. -? Sat 7 a.m. - ? 1018 5th St. Alva
Starting Fri. “Captain America: The First Avenger”, “Mr. Poppers Penguins” and “Bad Teacher.” Also now playing “Harry Potter.” Thursday final show “Zookeeper””Cars2”-”Transformers.” Call 327-1900 or 0535 for showtimes. Check us on Facebook and alvareviewcourier.com. Rialto Theatre
230 Valleyview Rd
Best Way to Keep Cool
Multi family sale. ‘98 Ford Expedition, kitchen appliances, twin bed, mens XLXXL, womens/jrs, kids-name brand clothes, bedding, costumes, Longaberger & more. Fri 5-8, Sat 8-12.
Drinks from Rialto. Best price/best drink. Crushed ice, all flavors, add lemon, lime, cherries, vanilla, cherry syrup (.25 extra). 16 oz .50, 32 oz .75, 44 oz $1 includes tax. Carryout only. Ice tea also. Best popcorn at discount prices. All day, everyday, 10 to 9 pm. Open 12:30 Sunday. Rialto 327-0535
Yard Sale 526 Park. Fri and Sat 8am-noon
Give Away Garage Doors Two single doors, double car door, and one 9 ft tall, to give away. Located at Woodlake estates. Contact Buddy Sams 580-327-7167.
NELSON REAL ESTATE See all our listings at alvaokhomes.com Jeanette Nelson, Broker
Call for Details 580-748-0745 or 580-327-1745
Early Woods County
MURROW
REAL ESTATE & AUCTION
580-327-1998
www.murrowlandandhome.com www.murrowrealestateandauction.com
written by Beverly Kinzie, Published by Acadia Publishing, you can purchase a copy by calling 580-327-1612
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Action Ads
Moving Sale 16 folding chairs $2.50 ea; 3 old iron patio chairs $5 ea; 1 antique flat top trunk w/new leather handles, bare wood interior $100; large circle iron firewood rack $15. Still have 2 like new saddles $125 ea. 1 rack that holds 3 saddles $75. 1 old 2-seater iron patio glider, needs paint $25. 580542-2120 For Sale ‘07 Honda Shadow 750cc. White. 3500 miles. $3800 obo. 580-884-0262
CDL Class for Class A Written Examination, Mon, July 25 and Wed, July 27 at Northwest Technology Center in Alva. 6pm-10pm. Cost $30 Tuition and $6 Fees. Call 580327-0344 to enroll 58 Days till the Hunting Country Big Cruise and Car Show Real Estate For Sale
Chicken Crates. Rabbit Metal Nest Boxes. 580-987-2502
Remodeled 4bdrm, 2bth, move in ready. Call Today! $89,900. United Country/ Kohlrus Real Estate. www.kohlrus.com. 580-327-4007
2 Bow Hunters Looking
Westside Home for Sale
for place to hunt White Tailed Deer. Bows only! 601-529-1999
3bdrm, 2 Car on Apache Drive. By appointment only! 580-430-6693
For Sale
For Sale 86 Gallon L-Shaped fuel cell with 15 GPM Electric Fuel Pump. Asking $700 obo. Contact Scott 580-824-0307
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Health Department sets open house this Friday New facility at 511 Barnes Woods County Health Department staff members are celebrating their longawaited move to their new facility with an open house from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday. Refreshments and tours of the facility are part of the celebration. A ceremonial ribbon-cutting is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. The new facility is at 511 Barnes on the south side of the square next door to Holder Drug.