January 28, 2023 Issue, Page 3 of 10

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News January 28, 2023 The Elk City News -3 Merritt Boys basketball Mark DeLeon to Serve on the National goes 2-1 last week By Shonda Little mance in the weekend's Bi- lier in the week showed Mer- ‘They then beat Cordell, Peanut Board County Tournament hosted rit going 2-1. 54-41. Oklahoma Comprehensive Results were not yet given at Merritt. The team first beat La- ‘The final win was taken Water Plan Committee. He for the Merritt boys’ perfor- However, results from ear- verne, 49-42. from Hollis, 37-32. has also served on the Elk City Summer Youth and Rec- reation Board for many years. OBI says blood supply dangerously low Mark said that he is hon- ored to be appointed to this position and stated, “I look Cancelled appointments, blood drives impact supply forward to learning more about all the facets of the peanut industry and shar- cal facilities. childbirth. Blood donation ing that knowledge with my ‘January is always a dif- takes about an hour and can fellow farmers in my area. I ficult time as blood dona- save up to three lives.” ‘The USDA has announced am thankful for the progress tions typically slow, and the Appointments to donate that Mark DeLeon of Er- the National Peanut Board winter weather is magnifying can be made online at obi.org ick, OK will serve a 3-year has made in addressing pea- the problem,” said John Ar- or by calling 877-340-8777. term on the National Pea- nut allergies and hope to play mitage, M.D., OBI president and CEO. “Since the start of *16-year-olds must weigh nut Board. Mark and his a part in further advance- at least 125 pounds and pro- wife Amy farm peanuts and ments to help the peanut in- the year, blood donations are cotton and have a cow-calf dustry to become even more suffering substantially, and vide signed parental permis- operation. Amy is a Grant profitable in the future.” fewer people are donating. We sion; 17-year-olds must weigh Manager at Elk City Pub- The National Peanut need the public to step up and at least 125 pounds; individu- lic Schools. They have two Board will hold its quarterly help secure their community als over the age of 18 must grown children; Bridget who Board and committee meet- blood supply.” weigh at least 110 pounds. recently completed her M.S. ings in Atlanta, Georgia, Anyone who is healthy and Photo ID required. Degree in Speech Pathology February 6 — 8. The Board’s 16 years old* or older can do- OBI is the sixth-largest in- from the University of Texas- Research Committee will nate. Blood can be donated dependent blood center in the Dallas and Addison who is every 56 days. Platelets can nation, with 16 donor centers a sophomore at Oklahoma consider requests for FY-23 be donated as often as every in Oklahoma, Arkansas and State University majoring in funding for production re- seven days, up to 24 times a Texas, including nine cen- Agribusiness. Addison also search from state peanut year. helps Mark on the farm when producer organizations and “Blood has no substitute,” ters throughout Oklahoma. he is not at school. universities, Funding pro- Armitage said. “Patients OBI provides more than 90 Mark is currently serv- duction research to make As winter weather began hospital needs. across the state rely on blood percent of Oklahoma’s blood ing as chairman of the North America’s peanut farmers moving in earlier this week, ‘Those who donate at a do- products to fight cancer, sur- supply to more than 160 hos- Fork Red River Conserva- more competitive is a core blood donors began cancel- nor center Wednesday, Jan. ling appointments and blood 25 and Thursday, Jan. 26 will vive trauma and heal after pitals and medical facilities. tion Board and serves on the part of the Board’s mission. drives were delayed, forcing receive their choice of a win- an already struggling blood ter hat, gloves or ice scraper. supply to critically low levels. Our Blood Institute (OBI) On Friday, Jan. 26 and Saturday, Jan. 27, all donors OKC Zoo Announces in Oklahoma is asking donors in center will receive a $10 to reschedule appointments as the weather clears. gift card for a post-winter weather car wash. Admission Price Increase OBI says a_ significant All successful donors number of appointments through February will also across its nine donor centers receive an alien themed “Save New general admission prices effective Thursday, February 9, 2023. in Oklahoma were cancelled. the Humans” T-shirt. Before yesterday's storm, do- OBI needs 1,200 blood do- On Tuesday, January 17, mission will increase from the same incredible benefits and Aquariums, the Ameri- nations were already down nations each day to maintain 2023, Oklahoma City Coun- $12 to $16, and admission including unlimited Zoo vis- can Alliance of Museums, from expected collections. an ample supply of blood for cil members approved price for children ages 3 to 11 and seniors 65+ will increase from its for a year and additional discounts. By purchasing a Oklahoma City’s Adventure OBI typically has a three- to state hospitals. OBI provides adjustments to general ad- District and an Adventure mission prices for the Okla- $9 to $13. Children two and membership, you are also five-day supply of blood avail- more than 90 percent of Okla- under receive free entry into supporting the OKC Zoo, its Road partner. Regular day- able but is well below that homa’s blood supply to more homa City Zoo and Botanical the Zoo. City Council also ap- growing animal family, con- time admission is $12 for level now. This could impact than 160 hospitals and medi- Garden. Beginning Thursday, proved adjusted admission servation efforts and expan- adults and $9 for children February 9, general adult ad- prices for student field trips sion including the awaited ages 3-11 and seniors ages which will be decreasing from opening of Expedition Af- 65 and over. Children two Providing comfort and Supportfor End of Life chotces $6.15 to $6 per student 3 to 11 and from $9.25 to $9 for rica this summer! Purchase ZOOfriends memberships and under are admitted free. Stay connected with the Zoo students 12+. Educators wish- online at okczoo.org/mem- on Facebook, Twitter, Insta- Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual re- ing to make a reservation for a field trip can do so online at bership. ‘The Oklahoma City Zoo is gram, Linktree and TikTok, sources for people who ar: the last stages of a serious illnes: uch as cancer okczoo.org/self-guided-field- in its winter hours and open and by visiting our blog sto- or heart failure. Hospice care 2 helps family members manage the practical trips. ‘Thursday through Monday ries. Zoo fans can support det: and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. The Zoo's last admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the OKC Zoo by becoming a increase took effect February the last entry at 4 p.m., ZOOfriends member. Start- For questions regarding hospice service or eligibility, contact: 2020. and closed to the public on ing at $45, memberships can ZOOfriends’ member- Tuesdays and Wednesdays be purchased at www.okezoo. Carrie Perry, RN/ Adminsistrator ships will also be increasing through February 8, 2023. org/membership and provide effective February 9, 2023. Purchase advance Zoo admis- access to the OKC Zoo for an Zoo fans are encouraged to sion tickets at okczoo.org/ entire year plus, additional Pat Welsh, RN/ Joordinator of Patient Care join now and purchase mem- tickets and avoid the entry berships at our current prices. lines. Located at the cross- benefits and discounts. To Some of the most common conditions are: All ZOOfriends _member- roads of I-44 and I-35, thelearn more about Zoo hap- * Cancer * Failure to Thrive * End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) ships are good for one year OKC Zoo is a proud member penings, call (405) 424-3344 from date of purchase with of the Association of Zoos or visit okczoo.org. + End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) * End Stage Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) * End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) ¢ End Stage Liver Di ease * End Stage Renal Roger Mills County Cattlemen’s Assoc. ¢ End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer's 45th Annual All Breed Bull Sale Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 12:15 p.m. Professional, Passionate ROGER MILLS COUNTY (Alternate Date - February 11, 2023) CATTLEMEN'S Advance, Attentive... 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