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The daughter of an Alva High School graduate is a runner up in the Miss Oklahoma Pageant held last weekend in Tulsa. Ashten Vincent, the daughter of Stacie Surface Vincent, of Edmond was named third runner up. She also won the swimsuit competition. From left are Ashten Vincent, third runner up; Sarah Klein, first runner up, Miss Oklahoma Georgia Frazier; Ali Brooks, second runner up, and Julia Benbrook, fourth runner up.
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SandRidge moves emphasis away from Mississippian shale By Lynn L. Martin Former SandRidge CEO Tom Ward has told us at public meetings that Woods County is the perfect location for SandRidge Energy’s Mississippian play facilities and employees. It is apparently not the perfect location for Woodford shale exploration. Last week, we heard that about 40 Alva area employees were let go from the Alva site. Also last week, in a story in the Daily Oklahoman, the present SandRidge CEO, James Bennett, told a meeting of shareholders that he hopes the company’s cost-cutting efforts will lead to a stock price rebound. One year ago, SandRidge’s oil in the ground was valued at about $5.5 billion. With today’s prices, that has dropped to about $3 billion. The $2.5 billion loss, divided by SandRidge’s 500 million common shares, is about $5 a share, roughly what the company is down over the past year. The problem for Woods and Alfalfa County and other northern tier counties of Oklahoma where the Mississippian shale has been a focus is what was said at the shareholders meeting. Bennett is quoted in the Oklahoman as follows: “To help reduce costs and increase production, SandRidge also is expanding its focus
beyond its primary Mississippian formation target. The company increasingly is drilling the shallower Woodford and Chester rock layers, which tend to produce more oil than the natural-gas-heavy Mississippian. “We have about 700,000 acres on our focus area. The Woodford and Chester opportunities we’ve talked about publicly have all been on our existing acreage.” Bennett said. “There’s a lot to do on our existing acreage. But we are looking at things that are adjacent or close by.” Bennett said the firm has already reduced well costs from an average of $3.5 million one year ago to about $3 million today. Bennett said he hopes the number will drop to $2.4 million by the end of this year.
“We’ve made very targeted operational improvements to allows us to survive and thrive in a $60 (a barrel) oil environment,” he said. A little less than half of the savings so far have come from services companies lowering their costs. “The other half is durable savings and durable inefficiencies, including changes in processes, changes in design, changes in the way we build pads and using more multilateral and long laterals,” Bennett said. “We’re positioned now with our new cost structure to generate the same rates of return on $60 oil as we did with $90 oil a year ago. We don’t expect a correction in the next 12 months. We’re setting up our business to run on $55 oil.”
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Cherokee school board hears year-end report By Lynn L. Martin The Cherokee Board of Education approved minutes for three May meetings and a June 4 meeting, the last of which approved a contract for a superintendent search with the OSSBA. Current Superintendent Cory Ellis is leaving at the end of June. The Monday night meeting began with Ruth Richmond, elementary principal, telling of an effort the elementary teachers made this past year to improve several aspects of the school. She named three items of emphasis: subculture, leadership and assessment. The group met five times in the year and agreed their efforts paid off. The teachers would also like to see use of the Alpha Plus system expanded as, she said, “It helped a lot.” Also, they agreed it would be beneficial if the principals dropped by the classrooms more often. Superintendent Ellis said the final enrollment numbers at the end of the year for the district totaled 386 students. The numbers at the beginning of the year totaled 368. They are anticipating a reduced number for the coming year as the oil boom recedes. In another discussion, the board heard reasons why the teachers would like to have a standards-based report card for the elementary grades. This will provide more information for parents. Also, it comes closer to reporting on student performance when matched to the
new state requirements than the old A-F report cards. The board voted to approve the change. The Cherokee school board approved a couple of financial perks for the teachers. They agreed to pay a one-time Christmas stipend in December. Encumbrance Clerk Judy Porter said the same action last year boosted morale. In another sweetener, the board approved for the district to pay the employees’ portion of teacher retirement. The amount varies with years of service. In total, it will cost the district about $35,000. Pay increases were voted for substitute teachers. Presently, non-certified teachers are paid $8.20 per hour and that moves to $9.75 per hour. Certified substitutes will increase from $8.95 per hour to $10.50 per hour. The counselor will receive a bonus increase also from 4 percent of salary (about $41,000) to 10 percent of salary. Kayla Puffinbarger submitted her resignation, which was accepted by the board. She had been handling the bookkeeping for the district. Kendra Puffinbarger was approved as the activity fund custodian. In what Ellis called “housekeeping” matters, the board approved a district science book to replace a 10-year-old edition; they approved annual membership in the OSSBA at a cost of $1,850; they approved to renew membership in
the Legal Services Program at $700 per year. A contract was approved with Alcohol and Drug Testing Inc. for bus driver and student athlete testing. The annual contract with Precision Testing Labs was renewed at a $1,000 per year for asbestos abatement testing. Amantha Sanborn was approved to manager the nutrition program. The board agreed to compensate Ellis for unused vacation days. Lastly, the board entered into executive session to discuss the purchase of real property.
9 more Oklahoma counties approved by FEMA for public aid OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Gov. Mary Fallin says the federal government has approved public disaster assistance for nine more Oklahoma counties. Fallin said Tuesday the federal aid will help counties deal with infrastructure damages in the wake of severe storms and heavy flooding in May. The counties are Canadian, Carter, Choctaw, Coal, Le Flore, Love, Murray, Okmulgee and Pottawatomie. So far, 25 Oklahoma counties have been approved by Federal Emergency Management Agency for public assistance. Thirteen counties have been approved for assistance to individuals for housing repairs or temporary housing as well as U.S. Small Business Administration low-interest loans for individuals and businesses to repair or replace damaged property. Fallin says individuals and business owners whose property has been damaged by storms and flooding since May 5 should to report the damage to FEMA.
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South Barber’s June tax disbursement, increased lunch prices By Yvonne Miller South Barber’s board of education met Monday night for the regular June meeting. President Steve Allen called the meeting to order with all members present: Dana Roark, Mark Pollock, Mike Anderson, Jeff Black, Deb Helfrich and Dooli Rugg. Newly elected board members Melissa Simpson and Mariah Doherty, who take their board seats in July, also attended. Superintendent Brad Morris attended, as did Board Clerk Julie Johnson. There was no regular session discussion about hiring a new superintendent since Morris is moving at the end of the month. However, the board held a special meeting recently that was all discussion about superintendent candidates in executive session. No action was taken following. At Monday’s meeting the board held a 45-minute executive session with no action taken afterward regarding the session. Morris Reports on Finance and Grounds Superintendent Morris explained the June tax distribution for USD 255. The General Fund gets $586,404. Morris said, “This amount is sent directly to the state and then given back to the school district to make it look like the state is
giving schools more money.” The June tax distribution gives the Local Option Budget (LOB) $206,440 and the Recreation Commission $48,251. Morris said Capital Outlay received $257,321. “We already have over $800,000 in capital outlay this year. Now we’re right at $1 million.” The superintendent said that the school funding court case may have a verdict this week. He said there is still lots of speculation regarding the Kansas Budget. Last week there were two bills introduced that would cut the current budget. One was a two percent cut to school budgets, the other would cut six percent. Discussing school buildings and grounds, Morris said Coontz Roofing will be submitting bids for repair on the grade school gym roof and also the voag building. Other South Barber Board Business The board accepted the resignation of Mary Rhodes as grade school cook. They will advertise for summer custodial help (lots of mowing). The person hired must be 18. Administration will determine hours and pay. Some issues at the weight room were discussed by the board, such as concerns regard equipment taken in and out of the building. Despite key cards and code entry, the door gets left open frequently
and people can get it at all hours. Board members commented there’s too many unknowns with that weight room; there needs to be more control and rules need to be enforced. A revision of the use of football protective equipment was approved. The Child Nutrition and Wellness 2016 Program Agreement Addendum received approval. The board approved lunch and breakfast price increases for the 2015-16 year. The grade school lunch increases by 10 cents to $2.50 and their breakfast by 10 cents to $1.80. High school lunches increase by five cents to $2.75 and their breakfast by five cents to $2. Morris said those price increases are necessary to remain in compliance with the National School Lunch Program. A three-year contract with Busby Smith and Reimer LLC for audit services was board-approved. Their fee for year ending June 30, 2016 is $7,300; same date in 2017, $7,400; same date in 2018, $7,650. The board approved a USD 255 Health Insurance Retirement Policy. This is basically so retirees age 52-65 can stay on the school’s insurance and pay their own way. Current bills totaling $270,077.87 were approved for payment. Discussing USD 255’s policy handbook redesigned by the Kansas Association of School Boards, some board members want to review it in more detail to insure it is how South Barber designated their policies. A motion to approve the policy died for lack of a second. The board approved a new policy on summer equipment usage extended into the school year. They also approved the use of the school’s gyms for summer basketball. The board will hold their end of the fiscal year meeting Thursday, June 18, at
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Freedom superintendent says no major cuts in education budget By Stacy Sanborn Freedom’s Monday night board of education meeting was attended by about 16 people, comprised of students, parents and even a former teacher. Each listened as board members approved the consent agenda, and then listened to Superintendent Danny McCuiston give his report. McCuiston said the governor signed the budget last week and education didn’t suffer any major cuts. As of June 1, the district has received $153,547.31 in state revenues with an additional $11,516.94 to be deposited June 11, which are subject to be reduced due to budget shortfalls. There is a total local revenue of $584,882.48 (excluding school land), a positive cash flow yearto-date of $48,764.27, he said. An additional district revenue of $11,516.94 from the state and $15,360 from the federal government is anticipated. That would make the total $26,876 by the last day of June. McCuiston said he contacted TriArch about the ag building, trying to see if a time could be scheduled for them to look at it. This will provide the board a cost analysis on the structure’s renovation. McCuiston said the district chose not to operate the summer feeding program. Last year, the program resulted in negative revenue. He said he has not received any comments about the program not being offered this year, and
would welcome any positive or negative feedback. He said after the district analyzed reading test scores of the target age students for the summer reading program, no students were targeted for the current summer. He said inside the building they’ve worked on electrical repairs by changing lighting in the middle hallway and classrooms. The new T8 bulbs create a much brighter room, facilitating a better learning environment. Carpets were cleaned and the tile floors are next on the list. The walk-in cooler’s door heater band is on order. At that time, the condensers and other units will be serviced. Last on his report, McCuiston said on July 19 the athletics department will be holding a car wash at the school to raise money to pay back the Booster Club for the funds used for the Frontier and Hammond basketball camps. There is/was a bake sale for the same purpose downtown, but he said he didn’t have any information on that activity. Principal Brett Hill began his report. He said the seniors had a great trip to end the school year (despite their first flight being cancelled). The girls’ golf team garnered a letter and a plaque for their academic work in the classroom. McKenna Nixon, Tiffany Weber, Iridian Herrerra, Nicole Hughes, and Brice Barke helped acquire the Distinguished Academic Achievement Award for Class 2A. This was received by the team
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having at least a grade point average of at least a 3.5 and rank in the upper ten percent of their classification. The principal said he is working on getting all the state reporting done and will be doing so as he attends the CCOSA Summer Conference with the superintendent this week. Hill serves as the District 1 & 2 Representative for OASSP and will attend meetings this week as well. He said he will also be working through the UCO Class XXXIII Principal’s Academy in Norman next week since he was chosen to mentor a class to its members. He said several students attended the Northwest Career Academy a few weeks ago. Nicole Hughes, Alondra Galindo, Lance Bolar and Casey Luddington went and will be eligible for scholarships. In other news he said Coach Neill left for Hammon Monday with his boys’ team as they attend the Hammon Basketball Camp. The girls’ team will be leaving for Frontier in a couple weeks for their camp, and finally, swimming lessons will take place from June 15-19 and art camp will be the 23rd through the 25th. The next sixteen agenda items were quickly handled. Those items were: •Approval for amendment to fiscal year 2015 certified contract of Jeanne Weber to increase Mrs. Weber’s teaching contract $304.82 to reflect a 5 percent increase for one hour special education instruction. • Approval for the contracts for 12 month administrative employees Danny McCuiston (superintendent) and Brett Hill (principal). • Approval on the 12 month contract of Byant Weber for agricultural education. • Approval on the 12 month contracts for Patricia Dauphin (encumbrance clerk/board minutes clerk and Tana Nixon (activity fund custodian). • Approval on the summer maintenance contract for Brenda Daughhtee. • Approval of designees for the 2015/2016 school year:
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Obituaries MILDRED ‘BILLIE’ (BAKI) RICKE Mildred “Billie” Ricke, 83, of Medicine Lodge, Kansas, died Monday, June 8, 2015, at Via ChristiSt. Francis Hospital, Wichita, Kansas. Billie is lovingly known as “Baki” by family and friends. She was born on May 16, 1932, in San Angelo, Texas, the daughter of Jewel Edgar Farris and Okla Belle (Avants) Farris. She is survived by her husband, Frank Ricke, whom she married on Oct. 1, 1983. Billie was a graduate of Coleman High School in Coleman, Texas. She was a member of Assembly of God Church, Medicine Lodge. Surviving in addition to her husband, Frank Ricke, are one son, Rusty (Karen) Winn of Bellville, Texas; two daughters, Amy K. Winn of Houston, Texas, and Nancy Winn of Abilene, Texas; two step-daughters, Dianna Ricke-Peden (Edward Peden) of Topeka, Kansas, and Cindy (Danny) Archuleta of Kiowa, Kansas; one sister, Myrna Brink Ellison of Coleman, Texas; nine grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Billie was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Pete and Jerry Farris. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the register book Friday, June12, 2015, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E.
Lincoln, Medicine Lodge. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2015, at 3 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church, Medicine Lodge, with Pastor Rodney Worsham officiating. Memorials may be made to the Assembly of God Church, Medicine Lodge, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be left at www. larrisonmortuary.com. . AEON DALE RIGGS Memorial services for Aeon Dale Riggs, 51, will be at 4 pm, Saturday, June 13, 2015, at the Carmen Park Pavilion in Carmen, Oklahoma. Arrangements are under the direction of Wentworth Mortuary LLC of Carmen. Aeon Dale Riggs, son of the late Gene Dale and Lena Riggs, was born February 21, 1964, at Cincinnati, Ohio, and passed away at his home in Carmen on June 8, 2015. He is survived by his spouse, Shelia Wackett of Carmen; nephews and niece; several great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial contributions may be made through the funeral home to help with funeral expenses. Remembrances may be shared with the family at www.marshallfuneralhomes. com. ANN MAUREEN MEADOR
Ann Maureen Meador, 66, died Friday, June 5, 2015, at Medicine Lodge Memorial Hospital in Medicine Lodge, Kansas. She was born January 12, 1949, in Ottawa, Ontario, the daughter of Joseph and May (Simpson) Kearney. On July 3, 1998, she married Dr. Pete Meador at Medicine Lodge. Maureen earned an MBA, a masters in nursing, and was a member of PEO in Medicine Lodge and Mensa International. She is survived by her husband, Pete; four daughters, Kelly (Dan) Forsyth of Denver, Colorado, Whitney (Jessica) Forsyth of Toronto, Ontario, Kelsey (Aaron) Hott of Medicine Lodge, and Halee Meador of Medicine Lodge; a son, Andrew (Sarah) Meador of Medicine Lodge; two grandchildren, Ella Jo and Hendrix Meador of Medicine Lodge; and one grandchild (Whitney) on the way. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Celebration of Life will be Thursday, June 11, 2015, from 6-8:30 p.m. (come and go) at the First Christian Church Life Center in Medicine Lodge, Kansas. Memorials may be made to PEO or the First Christian Church, both of Medicine Lodge, or the Alzheimer’s Association in care of Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104. Condolences may be left at www. larrisonmortuary.com.
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Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Divorcing parents are often faced with many new problems during this difficult time for the entire family. Although their marriage is ending, their role as parents continues through their lives. To help make this transition easier, Northwest Family Services Inc. staff member Ginger Smith, MBS, will teach their Parenting Through Separation and Divorce class Monday night, June 15. The class will be in Cherokee from 6-9 p.m. in the Civics Room on the first floor of the Alfalfa County Courthouse, 300 South Grand. To enroll and for
fee information, please call Northwest Family Services at 580-327-2900 or e-mail info@northwesfamily.net. Participants must pre-enroll; the class will be canceled if there is inadequate pre-enrollment. This class was designed at the request of the courts to help divorcing couples understand the problems their children may experience during and after a divorce or separation. It will fulfill the court order for all divorcing parents. Parents will learn skills to parent cooperatively, even though they
are divorced. In the class, parents will learn how to effectively communicate with their children and with their former spouse. They will practice reflective listening skills and will study various active communication techniques and nonverbal communications. They will also practice workable negotiation styles for dealing with conflict and rules for effective expressions. Class members will also discuss various options for parenting, such as joint custody and mediation.
Cherokee man charged with leaving accident scene By Marione Martin A Cherokee man told a trooper he didn’t report wrecking his vehicle because no other person was involved. Patrick Joe Martin, 26, is now facing a misdemeanor charge of leaving the scene of an accident. According to court records on April 24 Trooper Justin Barney was notified by Oklahoma Highway Patrol Troop J headquarters about a one-vehicle rollover on U.S. Highway 64 three-tenths of a mile east of County Road 260. When Trooper Barney arrived he saw
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contact Patrick Martin to meet him at the Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Office. Trooper Barney spoke with Patrick Martin a short time later. Martin said it had been raining and he lost control between midnight and 1 a.m. When asked why he didn’t report the collision when it happened, Martin said, “I didn’t feel that I needed to since I was the only person involved.” Barney asked Martin if he had been drinking before the collision, and he said he had a few beers at a friend’s house.
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By Tim Talley OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A jury was selected Tuesday in the trial of an Oklahoma man accused of sexually abusing children at an orphanage in Kenya. The eight men and four women, plus three alternate jurors, were seated after U.S. District Judge David Russell, prosecutors and defense attorneys asked about 70 prospective jury members questions, including whether they have been victims of sexual abuse. Opening statements in the trial of Matthew Lane Durham, 20, are scheduled for Wednesday. Prosecutors also will begin questioning the first of their up to 35 witnesses in a case the judge said could take as
long as two weeks. Durham has pleaded not guilty to 17 charges including aggravated sexual abuse and engaging in illicit sexual conduct in foreign places. He has pleaded not guilty and his attorney, Stephen Jones, has said Durham will testify in his own defense. Durham is accused of engaging in sex acts between April and June 2014 while working as a volunteer at the Upendo Children's Home in Nairobi, Kenya, which specializes in assisting neglected children. He faces life in prison if convicted. He had volunteered since 2012 at the orphanage that provides food, housing, clothes, and educational and religious instruction. Assistant U.S. Attorney Don Gifford said six children alleging abuse have traveled from Kenya to Oklahoma for the trial, although it's uncertain if all of them will testify. "This is a very hard subject for them," Gifford said. At least one will not be called to the witness stand and two others are questionable, he said. Last week, Russell granted prosecutors' request to keep the public and media out of the courtroom while the
children testify. Other portions of the trial will be open. "The victims may not be as open about the details of their encounters with the defendant during a public trial," prosecutors said in a recent court filing. Prosecutors also said they feared "substantial psychological harm" to children forced to testify in front of a crowd. Russell told jury members that some witnesses speak Swahili and are expected to testify through interpreters. The emotional nature of some trial testimony became clear as prospective jurors were questioned about serving on Durham's jury. Five women were excused from service after they confided in Russell that they had been impacted by some form of sexual abuse. One of them fought back tears as she left the courtroom. Several other prospective jurors were excused after they said they were familiar with details of the case through media coverage. An affidavit filed in the case says Durham wrote and signed a statement for orphanage officials acknowledging alleged sexual misconduct. An Upendo official provided the statement to the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, the affidavit says. Jones has challenged the statement, which he says was coerced by orphanage officials who kept his client, Durham, in isolation and confiscated his passport.
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Federal prosecutors say prison gang leader pleads guilty TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Federal prosecutors say a Tulsa man who was a top member of a violent prison gang has pleaded guilty to drug and conspiracy charges. U.S. Attorney Danny Williams Sr. says 39-year-old Anthony Ramon Hall pleaded guilty Tuesday to conspiracy to participate in a racketeering enterprise and conspiracy to possess meth-
amphetamine with intent to distribute. Formal sentencing is set for September. As part of his plea, Hall acknowledged holding a leadership position with the Universal Aryan Brotherhood, which federal prosecutors described in a news release as a violent, "whites-only" prison gang that operates inside and outside prisons across Oklahoma. Prosecutors say Hall also acknowledged to coordinating drug sales and the firebombing of a car. Hall's attorney Shannon McMurray did not immediately return a phone call seeking comment.
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One of 10 longest-serving educators Oklahoma has many longtime educators who have been teaching students for decades. Karan Meyer at Aline-Cleo is one of 10 teachers with 50 years of experience. She graduated from Covington High School with the Class of 1959. She received her B.S. from Oklahoma State University in 1963. Her teaching career has been at Aline-Cleo except for one year, which was at Lambert Public School. She is a member of the Northwest Technology Advisory Council and serves as a mentor for Northwest Technology Career Academy. Her husband of 53 years is Dean Meyer, president of Cleo State Bank. He taught vocational agriculture at Aline-Cleo for nine years. They have two sons, one daughter and eight grandchildren. They are members of Cleo Springs Christian Church, where they both serve as elders.
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Court ruling against gay marriage could cause legal ‘chaos’ By Mark Sherman WASHINGTON (AP) — Gay and lesbian couples could face legal chaos if the Supreme Court rules against samesex marriage in the next few weeks. Same-sex weddings could come to a halt in many states, depending on a confusing mix of lower-court decisions and the sometimes-contradictory views of state and local officials. Among the 36 states in which samesex couples can now marry are 20 in which federal judges invoked the Constitution to strike down marriage bans. Those rulings would be in conflict with the nation's highest court if the justices uphold the power of states to limit marriage to heterosexual couples. A decision is expected by late June in cases from Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Tennessee. Top officials in some states, including California, seem determined to allow gay and lesbian couples to continue to marry no matter how the court decision comes out. But some county clerks, who actually issue marriage licenses, might not go along, experts said. In other states, a high court ruling in favor of state bans would serve to prohibit any more such unions, but also could give rise to new efforts to repeal marriage bans through the legislature or the ballot. The scenario may be unlikely, given the Supreme Court's role in allowing those lower court rulings to take effect before the justices themselves decided the issue. But if the court doesn't endorse same-sex marriage nationwide, "it would be chaos," said Howard Wasserman, a Florida International University law pro-
fessor. Marriages already on the books probably are safe, said several scholars and civil liberties lawyers. "There's a very strong likelihood these marriages would have to be respected, no matter what," said Christopher Stoll, senior staff attorney with the National Center for Lesbian Rights. Gay and lesbian couples could continue to marry in the 16 states that have same-sex marriage because of state court rulings, acts of the legislature or statewide votes. Similarly, the 14 states that prohibit same-sex couples from marrying, including the four directly involved in the Supreme Court cases, could continue enforcing their state marriage laws. That would include Alabama, where a federal judge has struck down the state's constitutional ban on same-sex marriage, but put her ruling on hold pending the high court's decision. Of the remaining 20 states, any that fought unsuccessfully to preserve marriage bans would not have much trouble resuming enforcement. "That state can immediately start saying we're going to deny marriage licenses to same-sex couples going forward," said Cornell University law professor Michael Dorf. That list might include Alaska, Arizona, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Officials in some of those states refused to comment on how they would respond, citing the ongoing Supreme Court case. "I'm just not going to speculate on
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what the court may or may not do," said Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback. Things might be different in California, Colorado, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Virginia because top elected officials did not contest lower-court rulings in favor of same-sex marriage. Courts in those states issued orders, or injunctions, that forbid the state from enforcing the constitutional amendments or state laws that limit marriage to a man and a woman. Typically, a participant in the lawsuit that led to the injunction has to ask the judge to undo it. But if the governor and attorney general are same-sex marriage supporters, they may have little incentive to go back into court. In California, for instance, Gov. Jerry Brown and Attorney General Kamala Harris both opposed Proposition 8, the state constitutional amendment that prohibited same-sex marriage. "I think it's very unlikely that anyone would try to turn back the clock in California," Stoll said. But Gene Schaerr, a Washington-based lawyer who has defended same-sex marriage bans, said he thinks even in states where the political leadership favors gay and lesbian unions, county clerks who actually issue marriage licenses would be on safe ground if they were to deny licenses to same-sex couples.
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In Schaerr's view, only the clerks in Alameda and Los Angeles counties are bound by the 2010 injunction issued by U.S. District Judge Vaughn Walker. A Supreme Court ruling rejecting a constitutional right to marry for same-sex couples would "free the clerks in counties other than Los Angeles and Alameda to adhere to Proposition 8," Schaerr said. Colorado Attorney General Cynthia Coffman, a Republican, said she supports same-sex marriage, but believes voters need to remove the marriage ban from the state constitution — and would replace it with legal protection for same-sex marriage if given the chance. Coffman said she would "gladly defend" such an outcome. If same-sex marriages cease in Virginia, Attorney General Mark Herring would try to get the state General Assembly to repeal the state's statutory and constitutional bans, Herring spokesman Michael Kelly said. Some gay rights groups and state officials said the chance the court would not come out in favor of same-sex marriage is remote. "Recent history of the past eight months, plus all the rulings of the past 20 years, don't indicate that to us this is going to go against us," said Tom Witt, executive director of gay rights organization Equality Kansas. "It could, but a giant meteor could fall on my head in the next five seconds." None did.
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By Roxana Hegeman WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A blanket ban on Internet use unlawfully deprives parolees convicted of sex crimes of more liberty than necessary because the Internet has become a necessary part of modern life, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday. The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals said the wording in a standard condition of supervised release used by the U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the District of Kansas conflicts with a 2001 ruling from the court because it
suggests probation officers can completely ban a means of communication. The court noted that Internet use has become "even more central to participation in the civic and economic life of our society" since then. However, the appeals court ultimately allowed some restrictions against Kansas parolee Ronald Ullmann to stand in the case at hand. That is because the lower district court had modified them in Ullmann's case to clarify that it was restricting — not completely prohibiting — his use of computers, cellphones and other Internet-capable devices. The federal probation office for the Kansas district did not immediately respond to a phone message seeking comment, and the U.S. attorney's office declined comment. Ullmann's defense attorneys did not respond to an email seeking comment. Ullmann pleaded guilty to making a false statement, a charge that arose from sexually explicit conversations between him and an undercover FBI agent posing online as a 13-year-old. Ullmann was sentenced to five years in 2009, with the prison time to be followed by three years of supervised release. When released from prison in April 2014, he became subject to restrictions on his Internet use. The federal probation office for the Kansas district told the appeals court that it intends to impose "the standard sex offender supervision condition" as part of its new Computer and Internet Monitoring Program, known as CIMP. Ullmann had no objection to continued restrictions and monitoring by the probation office, but objected to what he
termed as prohibitions on his access to the Internet and use of numerous devices. The district court ordered him to comply with the probation office's program and clarified the condition does not prohibit him from accessing the Internet or using electronic devices. The district court retained control over the decisions affecting the scope of his punishment, and delegated to the probation office only "ministerial issues" such as the choice of monitoring software. The appeals court said the modified restriction in Ullmann's case is lawful because the district court only clarified that the court was restricting his use of the Internet and other Internet-capable devices rather than prohibiting it. The appellate judges said that conclusion does not detract from their concern regarding the ambiguity of the wording of the "standard sex offender supervision condition" that the probation office in Kansas intends to impose as part of its policy in the state. The Internet has become more crucial to participation in employment, communication and civic life since 2001, the appeals court said. "Internet use is necessary for many jobs, is essential to access information ranging from local news to critical government documents, and is the encouraged medium for filing tax returns, registering to vote, and obtaining various permits and licenses," the court said. Other federal appeals courts also have limited or overturned conditions banning Internet use, including the 6th, 1st, 3rd and 7th circuits, the ruling noted.
Ruling prohibits blanket ban on Internet use for parolees
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Appeals court tosses suits challenging climate change plan By Sam Hananel WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal appeals court on Tuesday threw out a pair of high-profile lawsuits challenging the Obama administration's sweeping plan to address climate change, saying it's too early to challenge a proposed rule that isn't yet final. The ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit is a temporary setback to opponents of the plan who are expected to renew their legal attack once the regulation is finalized later this year. The lawsuits from a coalition of 15 states and the nation's largest privately-held coal mining company claim the EPA exceeded its authority last year when it proposed the far-reaching plan to curb pollution from the nation's existing coalfired power plants. Opponents had argued that even though the rule is not yet final, they are already facing steep costs to get ready for it. But the appeals court said that has never before been a justification for a court to examine a proposed rule that could still be changed before it becomes a final regulation.
"They want us to do something that they candidly acknowledge we have never done before," wrote Judge Brett Kavanaugh. "We do not have authority to review proposed agency rules." The court also said public statements by EPA officials about what the rule will do are not considered final agency action. The rule the EPA proposed last year is a centerpiece of Obama's efforts to reduce pollution linked to global warming and one of his most significant acts during his final years in office. It would require states to cut carbon emissions by 30 percent by 2030. Each state has a customized target and is responsible for drawing up an effective plan to meet its goal. One lawsuit was filed by a coalition of 15 coal-reliant states. The second was from Ohio-based Murray Energy Corp., the nation's largest privately-held coal mining company. EPA spokeswoman Liz Purchia said agency officials are pleased with the court's ruling and expect to issue a final rule by "mid-summer." The agency had initially said the rule would be finalized by June 1, but that was pushed back ear-
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Police descend on small town in search for 2 escaped killers By Michael Hill And Michael Virtanen WILLSBORO, N.Y. (AP) — With police helicopters hovering overhead, hundreds of law officers in body armor poured into this small town in the Adirondack foothills Tuesday in a search for two killers who used power tools to break out of a maximum-security prison 30 miles away. The hunt that began over the weekend focused on Willsboro, close to Lake Champlain, after residents reported seeing a couple of men walking on a road late Monday during a driving rainstorm. Hundreds of black-clad searchers wearing bulletproof vests and sidearms methodically worked their way shoulder-to-shoulder in the rain through hilly woods, fields and swamps, checking every home, garage, shed and outbuilding, then yelling, "Clear!" when there were no signs of the inmates. By early evening, it appeared the sweep had come up empty, and there was no confirmation from police that the escaped convicts had been there. Authorities have fielded numerous
tips since the breakout from the Clinton Correctional Facility in Dannemora, about 20 miles from the Canadian border, but appeared to have jumped hardest on this one. David Sweat, 34, and Richard Matt, 48, cut through a steel wall, broke through bricks and crawled through a steam pipe before emerging through a manhole outside the prison grounds. They were discovered missing early Saturday after stuffing their beds with clothes to fool guards on their rounds and leaving behind a taunting note: "Have a nice day." Given the meticulous planning that went into the breakout itself, there was speculation that the inmates had arranged for someone to pick them up outside the prison and were long gone from the area. On Monday, authorities said the inmates could be anywhere — perhaps Canada or Mexico. On Tuesday, Willsboro dairy farmer George Sayward said he saw troopers parked next to his barn around 5 a.m., and they told him they were there because of a possible sighting of the convicts. Around
7 a.m., Sayward said, he heard one trooper tell another to call in 100 more men. "The next thing I know, there were a ton of them, by the busload," Sayward said. State Police said more than 400 corrections and other law enforcement officers were in the area and planned to go door to door, checking homes and seasonal camps. The escape from the 3,000-inmate state prison has raised suspicions the men had help on the inside. Investigators have been questioning prison workers and outside contractors to try to find out who may have supplied the power tools. Contractors have been doing extensive renovations at the 170-year-old prison, a hulking, fortress-like structure that looms over Dannemora's main street. A $100,000 reward has been posted for information leading to the men's capture. Sweat was convicted in the 2002 killing of a sheriff's deputy and was doing life without parole. Matt was serving 25 years to life for kidnapping and dismembering his boss in 1997.
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PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANTS Seeking caring and dependable people to work in the homes of elderly and disabled clients in Alva area. Will assist with preparing meals, shopping, personal care, errands, light housekeeping, and other assigned du�es. We offer flexible day, evening, and weekend shi�s. Must be at least 18 yrs of age with a clean criminal background. MUST have reliable transporta�on. No cer��ca�ons or prior experience required. Fax Resume referencing Ad #16173 to 405-843-5923 For an applica�on, call 405-858-1500 Apply online at www.gen�va.com/careers Or apply in-person at 2601 NW Expressway Suite 700E OKC,OK 73112 E.O.E / M.F.D.V.
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Barber 7 a.m. Principal Shaffer Gives Update on Summer Activities Grade 7-12 Principal Brent Shaffer said driver’s education is ongoing with 21 students enrolled and will hopefully finish by June 19. Shaffer told proudly about the accomplishments of the SBHS track team at state. Those results ran in the Newsgram last week. When Nicole Blick became state champion in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:26.28, she broke the South Barber school record. The FFA team attended the State FFA Convention in Manhattan. Summer events include weight lifting Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. There’s summer league in Attica one night per week; MAYB tournaments; and cheerleaders are practicing for camp.
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a. Superintendent Danny McCuiston as purchasing agent for Freedom Independent School District, authorized representative for all federal programs, including Erate and child nutrition, and designated custodian for the General Fund, Building Fund, Child Nutrition Fund, Bond Fund, Activity Fund, all federal programs, all state programs, and all other school programs and activities not listed for the 2015-2016 school year. b. Patrician Dauphin as encumbrance clerk, alternate purchasing agent, receiving agent, minutes clerk, and custodian of the Child Nutrition Fund. c. Tana Nixon as custodian of the Activity Fund and receiving agent d. Designate Danny McCuiston and Tana Nixon to sign Activity Fund checks e. Islia Barnes as purchasing and receiving agent for Child Nutrition Fund f. David Manning, Woods County treasurer, as school district treasurer • Approval on quote from Oklahoma School Assurance Group (OSAG) for workersc Compensation in the amount of $4,221.00 for the 2015-2016 school year • Approval of the membership to Oklahoma Public Schools Unemployment Compensation Trust Account (OPSUCA) at the current fee of $5.50 per employee for 23 employees, totalling $126.50. • Approval on continuing contract agreements/lease purchases for the
2015-2016 school year: a. Alpha Plus Educational Systems Inc. for materials and professional development b. Tom Cameron & Associates for professional training and federal programs assistance c. Agriculture education vehicle lease purchase d. Activity bus vehicle lease purchase • Approval on district membership to Oklahoma Rural Schools Association (OROS) for the 2015-2016 school year. • Approval to transfer funds from the Senior Account (803) to Senior Panel Account (815) in the amount of $63.41. • Approval to delete petty cash account balance from Activity Fund and transfer to Fund 11. • Approval to delete Child Nutrition from Activity Fund and deposit to Fund 22. • Approval to authorize school district treasurer to place interest earned from General Fund, Building Fund and Bond Fund investments during the 2015-2016 school year into the General Fund. • Approval to authorize school district treasurer to place interest earned from Child Nutrition Fund investments during the 2015-2016 school year into the Child Nutrition Fund. • Approval of the Activity Fund accounts and expenditures for said accounts for the 2015-2016 school year. With no new business, the meeting adjourned.
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LIVE-IN Community Living Instructor needed to support with individuals with development disabilities in their home. Teaches domestic and daily living skills. Free private living quarters and meals while working are provided. Works 40 hours per week and stays 5 nights in the home. Starting pay is $9.95/hr. with a generous beneďŹ t package. Position is located in Medicine Lodge, KS. Apply at Arrowhead West, Inc. at Jct. Hwy 281/160 Medicine Lodge, KS or 10315 Bluestem, Pratt, KS or online at www.arrowheadwest.org EOE. 620-886-3711.
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Alfalfa County real estate transactions Real Estate Transfers Book 772, Page 106: Eunice Elizabeth Wenninger, Successor Trustee of the Fred W. Wenninger Self Declaration of Trust; conveys unto Diel Properties Oklahoma LLC: The NE/4 of S22T28N-R12W, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. Warranty deed. Book 771, Page 915: That Edward Lee Puffinbarger; conveys unto Michelle Lee Harper: 75’ x 150’ tract adjacent to Lot 9, Block 2, Cherokee-Titus Third. Quitclaim deed. Book 771, Page 922: That Raymond J. Stern; conveys unto Gene Allen Eilander and Pamela Kay Eilander: Lots 13-17 inclusive and the N/2 of Lot 18; all in Block 50, in Jet. Quitclaim deed. Book 772, Page 9: Between Carolyn Crossette and Gene Crossette; and Hannah Miller and Christopher Miller: A part of he SE/4 of S5-T25N-R9W, Alfal-
fa County, Oklahoma. Quitclaim deed. Book 772, Page 42: Harriet Ann Tuxhorn and Scott Tuxhorn, daughter and father; conveys unto Kenneth and Connie and Kendal Buffalohead: Lots 1 and 2, Block 29, Helena, Oklahoma. Quitclaim deed. Book 772, Page 90: Anthony Phillips and Delores Phillips; conveys unto Joseph Klemm: S/2 of Lot 7 and all of Lot 8 and 9, Block 25, in Aline, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. Quitclaim deed. Book 772, Page 338: That Jeffrey Smith; conveys unto Amanda Smith: Lot 23 and 24, Block 19, in Jet, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. Quitclaim deed. Book 772, Page 339: That Amanda Smith; conveys unto Melanie Bishop: Same as Quitclaim Deeds Book 772, Page 338. Quitclaim deed. Mortgages Book 771, Page 889: Between Cory
Boehs and Suzanne Boehs; and Farmers Exchange Bank: A tract of land lying in the SE/4 of S34-T24N-R10W, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. $310,866.87. Book 771, Page 939: Between Monty Ferrell and Linda Ferrell; and ACB Bank: A tract of land located in the SW/4 of S21-T28N-R11W, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma; AND An easement for driveway purposes across a part of the SW/4, being 25’ x 12.5’ Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. $871,417.42. Book 772, Page 107: Between Diel Properties Oklahoma LLC; and The First State Bank: SW/4 of S19-T29NR11W, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. $429,444.86. Book 772, Page 117: Between Warren Curl; and Cleo State Bank: A tract of land in the SW/4 SE/4 of S326N-R9W, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. $11,786.96.
Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Office log May 31, 2015 12:33 p.m. Controlled burn 1 ½ miles north of town. 4:00 p.m. Controlled burn 5 ¼ miles west of Aline on the Aline blacktop. June 3, 2015 7:38 p.m. Welfare check, respondent stated wanted a welfare check done at a house 1 ¼ miles from the four-way on north side, would not tell me why she wanted check done, advised deputy. 7:40 p.m. Information, respondent stated a dog came into his yard and killed his cat on Fourth Street in Jet, wanted to know what he could do about it, stated he should call animal control, respondent stated he believes the owner of the dog is related to the animal control
and wants to file a report. 9:17 p.m. Dog at large, respondent advised about a call made last week about a dog at large by the church in Carmen, respondent says she has tried to contact animal control, not sure if dog was picked before or not, it is back and comes in their yard, when they try to get out of their vehicle, feels threatened, advised deputy, advised her rights if she feels the dog will harm them. 10:09 p.m. Livestock at large, 10-12 black cows on County Road 520 and 2 miles off the Aline blacktop by Elm Flat Church, could not locate owners and called Major County but they didn’t have a lot of numbers either, said she would see if their deputy would go out.
June 4, 2015 11:53 p.m. Structure fire, respondent advised fire at Second Street in Helena, it is the city building. June 5, 2015 1:52 a.m. Information, respondent advised he picked up his daughter from ex-wife’s house in Waynoka, he says that she had been beaten by ex-wife and an aunt, deputy advised and en route, report/photos taken. June 7, 2015 6:40 p.m. Medical emergency, respondent advised of an elderly man that had fallen in his yard in Aline, paged first responders. 6:50 p.m. Road information, respondent advised a bridge about to collapse between county roads 520 and 530 on Hughes, advised county commissioner. 7:03 p.m. Shots fired, respondent advised shots being fired in the state park at Great Salt Plains, advised park ranger. 8:22 p.m. Grass fire, respondent advised of a wheat field fire started by a lightning strike south of McWillie 5 miles to the county line and 2 miles east. 8:57 p.m. Miscellaneous, respondent advised of a transformer struck by lightning behind the water tower north of town.
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Racing Go-Kart Starter Package. 1 bed, 1 bath duplex in Alva. Bills paid, appliances included. $750/ 580-748-1873 month, %400/deposit. 580-515For Sale 8280 40 joints of 2 inch irrigation pipe For Rent with sprinklers. 580-829-1359 2bdrm. No Pets. No Smoking. For Sale $750/month. 580-430-6052 Home gym. Keys Strength For Sale Trainer 250, pick-up in Alva. 2bdrm doublewide, furnished $400. 580-515-8280 $40,000. 3bdrm, 2bth 14x76, Real Estate furnished $25,000. 3bdrm, 2bth 14x76, furnished $20,000. Call For Sale Josh at 936-488-6969 for more Grant Co Ok. 160 Acre Crop info Farm. Home, Shop, Livestock For Sale by Owner Barn, Rural Water, Good Road, Grain Storage, soil is mostly 1051 8th St.Alva. Energy efficient. Talber and Kirkland Silt Loam, 3bdr, 2bth home with 2400+ presently in no-til rotation, 42 sqft, 2 car garage plus carport, bushel FSA yield, SE 1/4 26- storage shed, all apliances, jetted 28N-3W. Will sell 150 acres tub, vinyl flooring, double-sided without improvements. For Sale fireplace. 580-732-0195 By Owner/Agent: 580-532For Sale by Owner 5192. 1911 Locust St., Alva. 3bdrm, 2bth House For Sale home, 2000 sqft, large bedrooms, in Kiowa, KS. 3bdrm, 2bth. many updates, in-ground pool, Appliances. 580-829-4527 lv quiet cul-de-sac. $172,000. 580748-2671 message
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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. 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. 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. 7 p.m. Alva Moose Lodge men’s meeting is held every Thursday. 7 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. 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.
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. Misdemeanor Filings Patrick Joe Martin, 26, Cherokee: Leaving the scene of an accident ($229). Civil Filings Ken Robert Butler vs. Chaparral Energy LLC: Enforce settlement agreement ($140.70). Traffic Filings Cody Lee Ledbetter, 21, Midwest City: Failure to stop at stop sign ($211.50). Jeremy Ray Vance, 35, Blanchard: Failure to stop at stop sign ($211.50). William Eric Coston, 36, Odessa, Texas: Overweight vehicle gross ($666.50). William Eric Coston, 36, Odessa, Texas: Overweight vehicle (bridge formula) ($666.50). Ramon Suarez Pacheco, 31, Enid: Failure to reduce speed when lawfully re-
quired ($211.50). Elgin Neal Little, 34, Oklahoma City: Failure to carry security verification ($0 state dismissed without fine or costs). Hugo E. Vazquez-Sanchez, 26, Liberal, Kansas: Violation of license restriction ($211.50). Hugo E. Vazquez-Sanchez, 26, Liberal, Kansas: Failure to carry insurance verification ($231.50). Flavio Navarro-Vega, 33, Ames: Operating vehicle without a valid driver’s license ($256.50). The following individuals received a citation for speeding: Robert Eugene Stearns, 61, Clinton, Arkansas: 15 mph over ($226.50); Elgin Neal Little, 34, Oklahoma City: 1-10 mph over ($188.50); Bruce Earl Haddock, 36, Walker, Louisiana: 15 mph over ($226.50); Hugo E. Vazquez-Sanchez, 26, Liberal, Kansas: 16-20 mph over ($211.50); Flavio Navarro-Vega, 33, Ames: 16-20 mph over ($241.50). The following individuals received a citation for failure to wear seat belt ($20 fine): Elgin Neal Little, 34, Oklahoma City; Cody Alan Parsons, 27, Woodward; Michael Wayne Russell, 38, Yukon; Derrick Max Province, 34, Alva: Failure to wear seat belt front seat passenger.
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Barber County Sheriff’s Office log June 1, 2015 Carl Eilert, Beloit, driving a 2009 Buick, struck a deer on U.S. Highway 281 south of Medicine Lodge. Over $1,000 damage, no injury, accident investigated by Undersheriff Small. June 2, 2015 Medicine Lodge Ambulance transported patient from Lincoln Street to Medicine Lodge Hospital. June 3, 2015 Lori Johnson, Lake City, driving a 2006 Pontiac, struck a deer on U.S. Highway 160 at U.S. Highway 281. Over $1,000 damage, no injury, accident worked by Sheriff Rugg. Medicine Lodge Ambulance transported patient from Fremont Street
to Medicine Lodge Hospital. June 4, 2015 Lori Johnson, Lake City, driving a 2008 Ford pickup, struck a deer on Hackberry Road west of Hardtner. Over $1,000 damage, no injury, accident investigated by Sergeant Gentry. June 5, 2015 Medicine Lodge Ambulance transported patient from Walnut Street to Medicine Lodge Hospital. Medicine Lodge Ambulance transferred patient from Medicine Lodge Hospital to Wichita. Medicine Lodge Ambulance transferred patient from Medicine Lodge Hospital to Wichita. June 6, 2015
Kiowa Ambulance transported patient from Sixth Street to Kiowa Hospital. Kiowa Ambulance transferred patient from Kiowa Hospital to Wichita. June 7, 2015 Kiowa Ambulance transferred patient from Kiowa Hospital to Wichita. During the week officers received four reports of cattle out, one report of horses out, two reports of goats out, performed 14 public assists and assisted three other agencies. Arrests June 5, 2015 Clyde Watson, Medicine Lodge, W/M, 61. Arrest by BASO. Charge: domestic battery. Released June 5, 2015, on $1,000 OR bond. Alejandro Chaparro-Chaires, Wichita, W/M, 23. Arrest by Medicine Lodge Police Department. Charge: DUI. Released June 5, 2015, on $750 surety bond. Mitch D. Totty, Sharon, W/M, 23. Arrest by BASO. Court commit. June 6, 2015 Donald Rother, Lawrence, W/M, 56. Arrest by Medicine Lodge Police Department. Charges: DUI 2. Reckless driving 3. Child endangerment.
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POSITION AVAILABLE
Alfalfa County Fairgrounds Weekend Assistant Nature of Position Assist the manager in the planning, promotion, marketing and nancial activities of the fairgrounds facility. Must be able to work weekend events as scheduled. Eligibility Requirements •Good communication skills •Maintain neat and professional appearance •Willingness to work weekends during scheduled events. Flexible scheduling will be important and necessary to complete duties as required. •Experience with equipment and small construction (welding, carpentry, etc) is highly desirable. •Some heavy lifting is required •Strong public relation skills •Highly energetic •Must be able to pass drug and alcohol tests Application Procedure Applicants may pick up applications at the Alfalfa County Fairgrounds Ofce between the hours of 8am and 12 pm Monday-Friday. Applicants should send completed applications, resume and a list of three references with addresses to:
Alfalfa County Fair Board Ofce 300 S. Grand Cherokee, OK 73728
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