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Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) and Rose State College solidified a partnership aimed at expanding student opportunities in Music, Business, and Baccalaureate Track Nursing. The agreement was signed at Rose State College on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024.

On Presidents’ Day, we honor those founding fathers who built the groundwork of our democracy. George Washington, our first President, gave us our foundation. The many Presidents who have followed him continue to strengthen that foundation. Equally important, the Bible gives us our spiritual foundation; though our country grows and changes, God’s Word remains the same. “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” (2 Cor 3:17). Worship this week and praise God for the foundation of freedom that we have been given.

A 37-year-old Elk City woman is being held on a $100,000 bond in the Beckham County Detention Center after being charged with trafficking fentanyl, possession of drug paraphernalia, and bringing contraband into penal facility.

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Beckham/Roger Mills Unit of OREA gathered at Elk City United Methodist Church for the February 9, 2024 meeting. President Linda Long welcomed Glenda Ivins, Judy Haught, Larry Long, Cathy Lewis, Tana Feldman, Carla Garrison, Karen Whitely, June Lovelace, Suzanne Walker, Becky Newlin, Joyce Roberts, Stephanie Malone, Sharon Gilliland, Jan Attocknie, Dennis McRee, Gwen Pasby, Mary Fern Carpenter and guest Pam Holland, SW District Director. Retired teachers enjoyed the time of fellowship before the meeting began. As the morning progressed, Linda called the meeting to order. June gave the invocation and Judy led the flag salutes.

The Elk City Commissioners faced a full agenda during their mid-month meeting that was held Wed., Feb. 11th, at 2 p.m., in City Hall. All commissioners were present when Mayor Cory Spieker opened the meeting for a public hearing concerning dilapidated structures after the invocation and flag salute.

MARRIAGE LICENSES

Western Oklahoma Christian School (WOCS) recently named students of the month for November, December, and January at the Elk City campus. Students must demonstrate respect for their classmates, teachers, and staff, show personal responsibility, and have a good attitude. Lucille’s Roadhouse sponsors these awards.

The Southwest Farm and Home Expo will take place April 13th and 14th at the Elk City Convention Center. The Chamber of Commerce has open registration for the event. This will be the 40th anniversary for the event that continues to grow into a solid opportunity to showcase products and services in the region.

Sayre High School would like to bring attention to an outstanding achievement within our community. Cassidy Crabb, SHS Senior and daughter of Danny and Jennifer Crabb, has recently achieved the remarkable distinction of being named a National Merit Scholar Finalist and an Oklahoma Academic All-State honoree.

MISDEMEANORS

Oklahomans gathered at the Capitol last Thursday to participate in Higher Education Day. This annual event brings together students, professors, and administrators from institutions across the state to discuss the benefits of pursuing a college degree.