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The regular meeting of the Elk City Commissioners took place Monday, May 1st, at 7 p.m. in City Hall with Rick Shelton acting as mayor in the absence of Cory Spieker. Rocky Andresen was also absent for the meeting. Shelton gave the invocation and Commissioner Jeff Waters led the flag salute.

A 31-year-old Elk City man has been charged with two violent felonies following a police investigation.

An arrest warrant was issued for a 33-year-old Burns Flat woman in Beckham County District Court on May 3.

Elk City Public School Superintendent Mike Sparks is only two years into his time at Elk City Public Schools.

The Johnson O’Malley Program, or JOM, is formally starting a Beckham County chapter to benefit children from any Native American tribe.

Dear Abby

“Dr. Dixie, we’ve experienced a tragic death in our family. We’ve repeatedly heard various versions of, “The Lord gives and takes away. His ways are beyond our understanding. We shouldn’t question His plans.” I know people intend to comfort us, but that statement is like putting a knife in and twisting it! Is God really responsible? Who can we trust, if God takes our loved ones away from us?”

It can be intimidating to fill out a government form to get help when you have been through so much. Knowing what you will be asked on the FEMA application and what information you need to have at hand can help you feel ready.

OKLAHOMA CITY (April 28, 2023) – For several years, the Oklahoma Beef Council has worked to make sure to future registered dietitians understand beef production through the dietetic intern programs at OSU, OU and UCO. The goal has been to ensure they have a foundation grounded in the science of beef nutrition and provide them opportunity to learn about the raising of beef in the U.S. through farm and ranch tours. Recently, this opportunity expanded in a very exciting way with a national dietetic intern program based in Tulsa, called KADDI (Keith and Associates Distance Dietetic Internships).

STILLWATER – Oklahoma State University Extension specialists encourage the public to attend a free seminar on May 17 covering environmental updates of Per and Polyfluroalkyl Substance, also known as PFAS or forever chemicals, found in today’s homes that have been used in consumer and industrial applications.

By Trisha Gedon STILLWATER, Okla. – A few lucky Oklahoma gardeners with picturesque water gardens will be featured on “Oklahoma Gardening” later this summer.

If you have a loved one that is a resident of a long-term care facility you know how important it is that you feel that they are taken care of with dignity and respect. A resident has the same rights as anyone in a non-long term care setting would have. Dignity, Respect and Courtesy Privacy Freedom from Abuse Individualized Care Plan Freedom to accept or refuse treatment. Information about your account and or charges Access to Physician Services Presentation of Grievances without fear of reprisal Prompt Response to requests Secure Storage and use of Personal Possessions Management of Finances Written Notice of Discharge and right to appeal If you have questions or concerns about your loved one who is living in long-term care, please contact your area ombudsman, Cherrie Nutley, at 580-562-5032.