October 9, 2021 Issue, Page 4 of 10

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News/Sports October 9, 2021 Feedlot Situation Improving Slowly The September USDA-NASS increase in placements was al- ued progress along those lines. feedlot situation is slowly im- supplies and continued strong other federal laws and regulations, Cattle on Feed report pegged most entirely in heavy weight It appears the feedlots are proving. Going forward, the demand. Experiencing just does not discriminate on the basis September 1 feedlot invento- placements. Placements of slowly getting more current. expectation is that fed cat- the normal cattle market dy- of race, color, national origin, sex, ries at 11.234 million head, feeders under 600 pounds ‘The 12-month moving average tle supplies will continue to namics, i.e. a little “stability”, age, religion, disability, or status 98.6 percent of last year. Au- were unchanged from last year of feedlot placements peaked tighten and drop below the would be nice for a change. as a veteran in any of its policies, gust marketings were 1.885 and placements from 600-700 recently in April, with declines slaughter capacity cap that has practices or procedures. This in- million head, 99.6 percent of pounds were down 7.5 percent since except for a slight move separated the fed market from CONTACT: Zack Henderson, | cludes but is not limited to admis- one year ago and August place- year over year. Placements higher with the large August beef markets. Beef produc- Beckham County OSU Extension sions, employment, financial aid, ments were 2.104 million head, weighing 700-800 pounds placements. Generally declin- tion is expected to drop in the Center | (580) 928-2139 zack. and educational services. Refer- 102.3 percent of one year ear- were up 2.1 percent year over ing placements implies smaller fourth quarter and fed mar- [email protected] ences within this publication to lier. August placements and year and placements from 800- feedlot numbers eventually. kets should participate more Oklahoma State University, in any specific commercial product, marketings were both slightly 900 pounds were up 2.3 per- The large heavy placements fully in the market strength. compliance with Title VI and VII process, or service by trade name, higher than average pre-report cent over last year. Most dra- in August will front-end load Barring any new disruptions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, trademark, service mark, manu- estimates but within the range matically, placements weighing future production somewhat. or “Black Swans” cattle and Executive Order 11246 as amend- facturer, or otherwise does not of analyst forecasts. over 900 pounds were up 15.4 ‘The 12-month moving average beef markets should get lined ed, Title IX of the Education constitute or imply endorsement The August placements were percent year over year. Place- of marketings peaked recently up in a more typical fashion Amendments of 1972, Americans hy Oklahoma Cooperative Exten- the largest placement total for ments over 900 pounds were in June and is moving lower and move forward with tighter with Disabilities Act of 1990, and sion Service. the month since 2011. Among up 21.4 percent in Nebraska, in July and August suggesting major cattle feeding states, accounting for 60 percent of that the peak feedlot produc- placements were largest in tion is past. Remember back the total year over year in- Nebraska, up 11 percent year crease for the heaviest weight in February that the monthly ‘over year and Colorado, up 17 group. The question feedlot inventory was the larg- percent from last year. Mean- for several months has been est since February of 2006. SWOSU to Host Collegiate Esports Tourney on October 16 while, August placements in when feedlots would “turn the ‘The inventory dropped by 8.5 Kansas were down 2 percent corner” on the large fed cattle percent from the February year over year and Texas place- supplies and set the stage for peak to a seasonal low in Au- ments were 90 percent of one improving fed cattle prices. It gust. The 12-month moving An Oklahoma Association year ago. ‘The weight distri- always seems to take longer average of the feedlot invento- of Collegiate Esports (OACE) bution of August placements than it should. However, there ry also peaked recently in June tourney will be held Saturday, SWoOSu <jESPORT Zr shows that the unexpected are indications that of contin- and is also moving lower. The October 16, at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford. ‘Battle-tested’: Stillwater signed up and more are expect- Eight universities from around Oklahoma have already football team learning lessons Super Smash Bros. Ultimate ed for the OACE Rival Series from early challenges before SWOSU’s ‘Tournament. ‘The tourney will be held in new Esports Arena facing U.S. Grant in the Wellness Center. Doors are at 10 a.m. with the bracket starting at 11 a.m. Food trucks Hallie Hart, Stillwater two district opponents, U.S. right foot. will be on hand during the day, NewsPress Grant (2-3, 0-2) is heading Barnard has referred to and the public is invited to at- into their matchup looking Brown as someone who “sets tend, Halfway into the regular for a turnaround from a three- the tone” for the team, so his Schools expected to be pres- season, the Stillwater High game losing streak. The Gen- absence is noticeable, but se- ent are SWOSU, University of football team has endured a erals opened the season on a nior cornerback Eli Williams Tulsa, Cameron University, demanding schedule. high note with wins against has stepped up as a motivator. Oklahoma City University, ‘The Pioneers couldn’t make Western Heights and Capi- Barnard said Williams even University of Central Okla- PORTS ARENA a gradual climb up to the most tol Hill but scored fewer than suggested some defensive ad- homa, Rogers State University, » SMASH pros - ESI challenging matchups. Instead, 10 points in every game since justments against Del City so Oklahoma State University and eal te 0 P the top half of their schedule then, including a shutout loss he could contribute to stop- Northwestern Oklahoma State was stuffed with intense com- to rival program Southeast. ping the run game, showing University. Other schools are petition, including reigning Stillwater planned to host willingness to move from his expected to sign up. state champion Bixby and two U.S. Grant during the past sea- usual spot if it meant he could For addition _informa- tough district teams in Deer son, but the game was canceled help his team. tion, contact SWOSU Coach Creek and Del City. All of Still- because of COVID-19, mean- “We were really impressed Hayden Harrington at hayden. water's first five opponents ‘ing Friday will be the first time with just his mindset when [email protected] or are ranked in the top halves of these teams have faced each things weren’t going well for 580.774.3751. their districts. other since 2015. us,” Barnard said. “. .1 think it Throughout the gauntlet, ‘That year, the Pioneers and was just a level of dedication the Pioneers have sealed wins in cinematic fashion and fallen then-quarterback Jace Brown- Jee dominated the Generals 49- and trying to take on respon- sibility that we saw from him Providing comfort and Supportfor End of Life cholces on the wrong side of blow- 6. Despite U.S. Grant’s recent that was certainly welcomed.” out victories, but all of these losses, Barnard said he has ‘This type of leadership can situations have shown coach noticed improvements in the fuel the Pioneers as they con- Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual re- Tucker Barnard how his team Generals on film since then. centrate on the lessons they responds to trials. “What I’ve seen on video is have learned from the first sources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as cancer “I don’t think it's even a team that’s struggling, but I half of their schedule. They or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the practical dose, probably — we've not see some pieces where they've still have five regular-season details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. had any first five games in my got some really good players matchups left, and though the time here that were as tough as doing really good things,” Bar- Del City game is behind them, these first five games,” Barnard nard said. “... You absolutelysee takeaways from the defeat For questions regarding hospice service or eligibility, contact: said. “So I'd say we're pretty flashes of really good play, cer- could shape their mindsets battle-tested. We have an op- portunity now to fix all the tainly out of a few positions.” Jeremiah Barkus, who through the rest of the season. “I think they've kind of re- Carrie Perry, RN/ Adminsistrat things that we've seen.” plays quarterback and receiver, covered from a little bit of the ‘The Pioneers can zero in onand offensive lineman Arnold sting of the loss last week,” these areas of improvement Ortiz are two of the Generals’ Barnard said. “But maybe it’s Pat Welsh, RN/ Coordinator ofPatient Care as they prepare for their sixth senior leaders this season. helped us to refocus a little bit game of the season, a matchup ‘The Pioneers are entering and make sure we're not over- Some of the most common conditions are: against U.S. Grant at 7 p.m. the matchup without one of looking anything” * Cancer * Failure to Thrive * End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) Friday at Speegle Stadium. their key veterans, linebacker Follow News Press sports Stillwater (3-2 overall, 1-1 Gabe Brown, who was side- reporter Hallie Hart on Twitter * End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) * End Stage Amyotrophic Class 6A-II District 1) is striv- lined during the Del City game @hallichart for updates from Lateral Sclerosis ( S) * End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) ing to bounce back from its with a walking boot on his Stillwater High football games. 30-7 loss to Del City, the team * End Stage Liver Disease * End Stage Renal Disease * AIDS/HIV that stands atop the district * End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer’s alongside Midwest City. Since the preseason, Bar- Are you looking nard has continually described carrle his team as “calm” and quietly for your next Perry, RN Professional, Passionate confident in comparison to companion? some of the previous groups he has coached, and this week, Advance, Attentive... their energy is even more businesslike. As of Wednes- Our Difference Is Our Care day morning, he noted that a solemn attitude has replaced Dometic Longhaired Calico the usual enthusiasm that fills Approx. 5 years old - Spayed| the locker room before prac- Have you ever con dered becoming tice, but this doesn’t mean the Diva was surrendered fo the sheller through no fault of her own. She is Pioneers are feeling sorry for ‘sweet, loves to knead, but is skittish of loud noises and tries to hide. She's looking fora quiet forever home with lots oflove and ear/head scratchies! a hospice volunteer? themselves. Available for adoption ata reduced fee. 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