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News November 5, 2022 The Elk City News -3 Here’s your ‘recession CEU Zoom survival’ checklist Conferences It’s unfortunate, but reces- of volatility, don’t lose sight amount of risk you take when sions are a fairly normal part of your long-term goals. Try- investing. ‘The Beckham County OSU Extension office session will concentrate on “Pesticide Fate and of the economic landscape. ing to “outsmart” the market Keep diversifying. Diversi- When a recession occurs, how with short-term strategies fication is always important will be hosting a CEU Zoom Conference on No- Off-Target Movement” from 1pm-4pm. Each might you be affected? The an- can often lead to missteps and for investors — by having a vember 17th at Beckham Activity Center (Fair meeting will provide 3 CEU's in category 1A for swer depends on your individ- missed opportunities. Barn) in Sayre, Oklahoma. Two Sessions will be ual situation, but regardless of Don’t stop investing. If you mix of stocks, mutual funds available the morning session will concentrate certified pesticide applicators. your circumstances, you might can afford it, try to continue and bonds, you can reduce the want to consider the items in investing. Coming out of a impact of market volatility on on “Proper Use of Pesticide Application Equip- Contact the Beckham Cooperative Extension this recession survival check- recession, stock prices tend your portfolio. To cite one ex- ment” from Qam-12pm while the afternoon Service for more information at 580-928-2139. list: to bottom out and then re- ample: Higher-quality bonds, Assess your income stability. bound, so if you had headed such as Treasuries, often If your employment remains steady, you may not have to do to the investment “sidelines,” you would have missed the move in the opposite direc- tion of stocks, so the presence Letter To The Editor anything different during a re- opportunity to benefit from a cession. But if you think your market rally. of these bonds in your port- ‘We want to address the many mis- Oklahoma Heartbeat Act 2022 OK An ectopic pregnancy is a preg- income could be threatened or Revisit your performance folio, if appropriate for your conceptions and fears after the $B 1503 prohibits abortion after a nancy in which the fertilized egg disrupted, you might want to expectations. During a bear goals, can be valuable when overturning of Roe vs Wade. First heartbeat is detected in an ultra- implants outside the uterus. It is consider joining the “gig econ- market, you will constantly be market conditions are wors- of all, abortion was never a Con- sound (as early as 6 weeks). omy” or looking for freelance most often treated with a metho- reminded of the decline of a ening. (Keep in mind, though, stitutional right. That decision is ‘Though the Food and Drug Ad- or consulting opportunities. particular market index, such trexate injection. It usually occurs Review your spending. Look that diversification cannot going to the individual states for ministration now allows women between 6 to 16 weeks and can be as the S&P 500 or the Dow guarantee profits or protect for ways to trim your spend- Jones Industrial Average. But against all losses in a declin- their leadership resolution. The to receive the abortion pill by mail, a medical emergency if the fallo- ing, such as canceling sub- instead of focusing on these Constitution makes no reference Oklahoma also bans doctors from pian tube ruptures. scription services you don't ing market.) use, eating out less often, and short-term numbers, look in- Arecession accompanied by to abortion. using telemedicine appointments The Heart to Heart Pregnancy stead at the long-term perfor- A hospital will still medically treat to prescribe the pill and monitor Clinic in Elk City offers HELP, soon. mance of your portfolio to de- a bear market is not pleasant. Pay down your debts. Try to termine if you're still on track But by taking the appropri- an incomplete miscarriage or ecto- the patient's taking it. reduce your debts, especially HOPE & HEALING. We offer toward meeting your goals. ate steps, you can boost your pic pregnancy with D&C (dilation ‘The “Abortion Pill “, mifepris- those with high interest rates. free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, Plan your emergency fund. Assess your risk tolerance. chances of getting through a and curettage) or whatever treat- tone is approved for use up to If you haven't already built If you find yourself worrying difficult period and staying on ment is determined by the physi- 10 weeks into pregnancy. Some counseling and help with the one, try to create an emer- excessively about declines in track toward your important cian to be medically indicated. women don't even know they are needs of the baby. We also offer gency fund containing three your investment statements, financial goals. Abortion Pill Reversal. We are you may want to reevaluate Clinics in Oklahoma already had pregnant at that point in the preg- to six months’ worth of living ceased providing abortion since nancy. There are dangers involved located at 500 South Lusk. Our expenses, with the money kept your tolerance for risk. One’s ina liquid account. risk tolerance can change over ‘This article was written by Ed- Governor Stitt signed into law if the pregnancy is at a more ad- phone number is 580-243-2229. Review your protection plan. time — and it’s important ward Jones for use by your local House Bill 4327 in May. That bill vanced stage. Our web site is www-pregnancy- If your health or life insurance you feel comfortable with the Edward Jones Financial Advisor. bans abortion from the point of Up to 20% of pregnancies end in helpwestok.net is tied to your work, a change fertilization with limited excep- miscarriage. Most occur within in your employment status Mary Barnett RN could jeopardize this cover- Edward Jones tions for medical emergencies the first 12 weeks. In some cases age. Review all your options where the mother’s life is in dan- D&C is considered a medical ne- 580-243-2229 for replacing these types of MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING ger but not for incest or rape. cessity for heavy bleeding. Heart to Heart Pregnancy Clinic protection. Also, look for ways Edward Jones, Member SIPC to lower premiums on home or auto insurance, without sig- nificantly sacrificing coverage, 2014W. 3rd | Elk City, OK 73644 a to free up money that could be used for health/life insurance. Keep your long-term goals Robert Stephens (580) 225-3156 in mind. Even if you adjust Financial Advisor [email protected] your portfolio during times CONSERVATIVE LEADER FRANK LUCAS ROBINSON WEST CURBS INFLATION: FAMILY MEDICAL CLINIC wy FIGHT inflation by cutting = wasteful spending and reducing the national debt. ia REDUCE fuel costs by promoting US energy independence, Dr. Michael Robinson’s Family Medical Ee GROW jobs by ending Clinic is growing again. our dependence on Chinese APRN, Jessica Kennemer has joined the manufacturing. clinic and appointments are available for “Republicans have a plan for a new direction. Our Commitment family practice at 1900 West 2nd street Suite to America fosters an economy D in Elk City. The Robinson Clinics are known for ing and lowers Americans “cost compassionate, accessible, high-quality of living.” healthcare. Call 580-339-8089 for Frank Lucas appointment with Jessica or more information. Robinson Family Medical Clinics: “Your Health, Your Life” Nov. 8th VOTE FRANK LUCAS Wry <2 Yousif health. ROBINSON WEST CONSERVATIVE LEADER FAMILY MEDICAL CLINIC FOR US CONGRESS Paid for by Lucas for Congress 1900 West 2nd, Suite D | Elk City, OK Jessica Kennemer, APRN-CNP- 580-339-8089 | fax: 877-592-0771