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Ay v. » Serving m._ Western Oklahoma ra Since 1901 Wednesday, December 28, 2022 Weekday Editi State Representative Archer HonorsSergeant Colt Lowry By Sheryl Ponce Prior to the regular Elk City Commissioner's meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 21st, at 2 p.m. former Elk City Mayor and now District 55 State Representative Nick Archer presented Elk City Police Department Sergeant Colt Lowry a State of Oklahoma Ci- tation for his bravery in pulling Dick Carr from his burning home. ‘The event was covered by the Oklahoma City news stations because of his heroism of acting before considering his own fate in the face of a burning home. Lowry crawled into the home, try- ing to stay below the smoke, where he pulled Carr by his feet from the house on 1st Street. ECPD Chief Eddie Holland was inter- viewed about the event where he praised the officer for his quick response to a dangerous situation. Corey Lively, CEO, Great Plains Medical Center “On behalf of Elk City and the State of Oklahoma, | wanted to (left) with Meagan Carter, rural health improvement spe- recognize your courageous acts by pulling one gentleman out of cialist, OHA. the fire. You put yourself on the line for the sake of others. You OHA Recognizes work to protect and serve, and you served your city well. I have a citation to present to you,” Archer said to Lowry and those pres- ent in City Hall. Hospitals and Clinic Pictured are Sergeant Colt Lowry and State Represen- ‘As soon as Archer presented Lowry with the citation, those tative Nick Archer during the presentation of the State of present stood, giving him credit for his actions. ECPD officers Oklahoma Citation of Bravery. Staff photo by Sheryl Ponce. serve the community by living the saying, “protect and serve.” Partners in Reducing After the Holiday Frenzy By Sheryl Ponce sometimes it is a flop. Either way, I wanted it to be perfect. Tobacco Use After all the packages have been opened, and the wrappings Everything leads up to Christmas or whatever holiday a fam- put in the trash, there is the time to look around at the beautiful Hospitals Helping Patients Quit (HHPQ), an Oklahoma ily celebrates, but what happens after the big day? I think it de- tree and lights. The only difference is that I look at it differently. Hospital Association (OHA) initiative, recognized 11 hospitals pends on the hype prior to the event, but either way a person Before it was with wonder and appreciation for the season. The and clinic partners at OHA’s recent Connect 22 annual confer- needs some self-care. I use to love the shopping and hunting for next day I look at it as... what I must do to get everything put up ence that have achieved notable benchmarks in reducing tobac- the perfect gift. Although I have always been one who waits until and my house back in order. co use in Oklahoma. ‘These visionary hospitals and clinics have two days before Christmas to shop. I finally learned that it doesn’t matter how long I keep my implemented a permanent and standard best-practice protocol T'm not sure why I would put myself through the panic, which tree up, or decorations around my house, as long as looking at it for identifying, counseling, and referring individuals to the would cause me to overspend. I worry about getting just the right doesn’t cause me stress or anxiety. When looking at it does not Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline (OTH) for coaching support and thing for each person, especially children. It has always been the warm my heart, I know it is time to tackle the take-down. nicotine replacement therapy. look in the eyes and the smiles on the faces when a package is OHA recognized these hospital leaders for achieving nota- opened that warms my heart. Sometimes the gift is a hit, and See Holiday page 2. ble benchmarks in clinical tobacco treatment: Helpline Referrals 100-499 Great Plains Regional Medical Center, Elk City - 100 refer- Two Elk City Officer Graduate from CLEET rals McAlester Regional Health Center — 150 referrals Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital, Oklahoma City~ 275 re- ferrals Helpline Referrals 500-999 AllianceHealth Ponca City - 500 referrals Stillwater Medical Center — 600 referrals INTEGRIS Health Edmond - 600 referrals. Helpline Referrals 1000-1999 See OHA page 2. Arrowhead Memberships Rates the First of January By Shonda Little As promised since the Arrowhead Center opened, there Pictured left to right are Major John Cook, Patrolmen Zander Doby, Patrolman Wyatt Anderson, Captain Scott Goodman. Cour- would be a cost to the Arrowhead Center. Up until Jan. 3rd en- tesy photo. trance will be free of charge. After that date, the center will require a day rate of membership to enjoy the facility. By Sheryl Ponce then he moved to the force in Elk City. In an earlier interview According to Matt Bradshaw, the administrator of the cen- Doby said that he was pleased with the camaraderie that he has ter, they will switch to a member only model. Those member- Elk City Police Department celebrated the graduation of two experienced with the Elk City force. He wanted the public to ships can be purchase online by copy and pasting one of the officers from CLEET Academy A2203 in Ada on Wednesday. Al- know that as an officer he will help people sort out whatever is links to get the gift membership or purchase one for an indi- exander (Zander) Doby and John (Wyatt) Anderson joined the happening, and that he is there to help. vidual or family. force several months ago. Anderson came to Elk City from Granite. He grew up in Blair For memberships use: https://anc.apm.activecommunities. “They have proven themselves to be valued additions. We are and attended Western State College on a rodeo scholarship. Al- com/arrowheadcenter/membership/search?onlineSiteldl=0 excited to have these officers serve the community in their cho- though he worked in the oilfield, he wanted to go into law en- For gift cards use: https://anc.apm.activecommunites.com/ sen profession,” the Elk City Police Department said in their con- forcement. He found the opportunity with the ECPD. When he arrowheadcenter/giftcard/search?onlineSiteldl=0 gratulatory post on Facebook. was interviewed earlier in the year, he said that he is there to Another option is to use the QR codes that will provide in- ‘The department puts new recruits through a 16-week local help keep people out of trouble, and he doesn’t want to see peo- formation about rates and activities. field training, and they are also required to attend the 17-week ple mess up too bad. He believes in using his words to try to help “We want the members of our community to have opportu- CLEET Academy as all Oklahoma police officers do. people. nities to improve their health at and affordable rate,” Bradshaw Doby moved to Elk City from Oregon because he wanted to ‘The two officers have completed all of their requirements and get away from the big city. He served as a dispatcher there, and can be seen patrolling the Elk City community. See Arrowhead page 2. Vol. 120, No. 103 View online «AQUA Weather tomorrow 142 75 cents, 10 pgs. Mail delivery 580.225.3000 elkcityoknews.com