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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.

As of February 7, 2024, we passed on ownership of Beckham County Abstract Co., Inc., not just as a business, but as a family, a legacy that weathered the sands of time for 120 years.

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.

Western Oklahoma Christian School (WOCS) students from the Elk City campus competed in the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Area Math Olympics held on February 2.

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.

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.

A big congratulations goes out to the Bearcats who took home the Regional Consolation trophy last Saturday night eliminating #17th ranked Hammon. They played at Noble on Thursday, 2/22, against Battiest. Unfortunately, this column is sent off before I know the outcome of that game. So, by Wednesday, which is 2/28, I am hoping Erick won that game and if so, congratulations on the win! If not, they have had an outstanding season, and honored the memory of our sweet Carsen Perry throughout their entire season. There is so much love on that team, and we are all so proud of the kind and compassionate guys they are! Way to make Erick proud, boys!

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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.

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.

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.