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June 7, 2023 The Beckham County Record - 3 Sayre man charged with assault and battery By Shonda Little May 6 when the SPD had a person walk into the depart- edly informed his employer of across his face, which were the incident, and the employer photographed by police. ERICK RAMBLINGS © <2 By Gail Pritchard ‘A 35-year-old Sayre man ment to make a report. demanded that he file a police was charged with assault and ‘The alleged victim stated report. ‘The officer attempted to ‘There will be a book reading and signing by Suzanne Gould, the battery after the Sayre Police that Christopher Sides had A reported witness was reach Sides the following day author of An American Cowboy: The Biography of Sheb Wooley, on Department received a report “ran to his driver's side win- also willing to give a state- but was unable to contact him. of al alleged assault. dow and began to punch him ment to corroborate. Wednesday, 6/7, at 4:00 p. , at the Blue Rose flower Shop. Books The investigation began in the face.” ‘The alleged victim also re- An arrest warrant has been will be available for purchase by cash or check only. Admission is at approximately 7:10 pm on ‘The alleged victim report- portedly had several red cuts issued for his arrest. free, of course, so come by and meet the author and share any stories you know or were told by your parents or grandparents about Sheb. End of Session cant issues impact our state’s With my first session in the ‘The second meeting of the 2023 Summer Reading Program, All workforce, especially women, rearview mirror, I'm thankful who have been the most con- for all that I've learned about Together Now, at the Erick Library, will be on Monday, 6/12. Kelley siderable population to leave the legislative process this Greer, Librarian, has extended the age group to include kids who are that Gov. Stitt has signed the workforce in recent years. year, and I'm excited to use three of my bills into law: In 2021 employee turnover the knowledge and skillset I've between K-6th grade and the start time is 11:45 am to give parents House Bill 2084, House Bill 2335, and House Bill 2339. cost the state $110 million, gained this year to continue to more time to get the kids up there so they can get started at noon. If and a portion of those em- serve District 55. It's been an honor to work ployees were women who quit anyone would be interested in volunteering, contact Kelley directly. with my fellow legislators to get these bills across the fin- following the birth of a child. For those who participate in the program, there will be a swimming ‘As the largest employer in ish line. the state, Oklahoma should party at the Brick City Pool on Tuesday, 6/13, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Throughout session, I've During the interim, I plan worked hard on Senate Bill be the leader in supporting to transition to monthly col- and family members of attendees are welcome too. mothers and families. Even 193, which provides six weeks umns to keep you updated on Our thoughts and prayers are also with the family of Justin Be- of paid maternity leave for though SB193 is no longer things happening in District alive, I am hopeful SB16X will navidez. Services were pending at the time of this column's deadline. full-time state employees fol- receive final passage and ulti- 55 and at the Capitol. It is Nick Archer lowing the birth or adoption mately be signed into law by truly an honor and privilege ‘Sympathy is also extended to the family of Lorrie Sumpter. Ser- By Rep. Nick Archer of a child. the governor. to represent you at the State (405) 557-7312 The Senate _ accepted Capitol. As always, please do vices were held on Tuesday, 6/6, at the Reydon Community Building. the conference committee Even though the regular session is over, lawmakers in not Bihesitate to reach out to Since the paper is out on Tuesday, Happy Anniversary wishes go The Legislature officially amendments on Wednesday; the House and Senate have me with any concerns at (405) however, the bill is no longer out to Andy & Cheryl Smith on 6/6, and I don’t’ show any others. adjourned “sine die” on Fri- in play for the legislative ses- called for a concurrent special 557-7312 or nick.archer@ok- day, May 26, at 5 p.m. We've session that started meet- house.gov. Birthdays to celebrate for this issue (6/7-6/13) will be: 6/7-Mad- sion. But that is not the end. had a very successful session The language has moved to ing last week. The concurrent Nick Archer, a Republican, ison Oren & Patsy Nichols; 6/8-Shane Boyd, Brittany Wann, Kris- and passed bills covering ev- Senate Bill 16X so that it can special session will allow us to serves House District 55 in ti Brooks & Brian Flanagan; 6/9-Lisa Harkins & Mandy Whitten; erything from education to be heard during the concur- finalize this year’s budget and the Oklahoma House of Rep- election protection to eco- rent special session. meet after the constitutional resentatives, which covers 6/10-Alicia Bowman, & Virgil Ray Admire; 6/11-Hunter McGuire, nomic development. ‘Through interim studies, adjournment date of May 26 if Beckham, Blaine, Caddo, Ca- Kenneth Hill, Aliyah Flowers, Cody Lynn Greer, Rachel Ryan, & Feli- Tam grateful to announce we have learned that signifi- necessary. nadian and Washita counties. cia Kinsman; 6/12-Tracy Jordan; and on 6/13-Chad Brinkley, Lynn Fine Goodale & Staci Erickson. Older American Month encourages As always, if you would like to help keep this column interesting, please share some of your happenings with us. It can be meeting exploring wide range of experiences reminders, showers-both wedding, and baby, trips you take, and any other item you might want to share. Please call me @ 580-243-8923 or mail your news to me at P.O. Box 773, Erick, OK 73645. Or you By Cherrie Nutley, Western Oklaho- Here are some ways we can all partic- Stay engaged in your community. ma Ombudsman Supervisor, 580-562- ipate in Aging Unbound: Everyone benefits when everyone is can email your items to me at gep2050ehotmail.com. Please turn in 5032 Embrace the opportunity to change. connected and involved. Stay active by your news by 5:00 on Sunday evening. A big thank you to all of you Established in 1963, Older Amer- Find a new passion, go on an adventure, icans Month (OAM) is a time for us to and push boundaries by not letting age volunteering, working, mentoring, par- who do contribute as I really appreciate it so very much. acknowledge the contributions and define your limits. Invite creativity and ticipating in social clubs, and taking part achievements of older Americans, high- purpose into your life by trying new ac- in activities at your local senior center or light important trends, and strengthen tivities in your community to bring in elsewhere in the community. our commitment to honoring our older more growth, joy, and energy. Form relationships. As an essential citizens. Explore the rewards of growing old- ingredient of well-being, relationships This year’s theme, Aging Unbound, er. With age comes knowledge, which can enhance your quality of life by intro- MISDEMEANORS offers an opportunity to explore a wide provides insight and confidence to un- range of aging experiences and to pro- derstand and experience the world more ducing new ideas and unique perspec- State of Okla vs Clifford B Grant DUS mote the importance of enjoying inde- deeply. Continue to grow that knowl- tives. Invest time with people to dis- pendence and fulfillment by paving our edge through reading, listening, classes, cover deeper connections with family, State of Okla vs Christy M Jones DUI. DUS own paths as we age. and creative activities. friends, and community members. State of Okla vs Christopher A Sides Assault & Battery Katie Archer Completes State of Okda vs David W Alexander Property damage State of Okla vs Cody W Stallings DUS Leadership Oklahoma Class 35 FELONIES State of Okla vs Frank B Whitehead III Assault & battery strong leadership and com- mitment to excellence that with a dangerous weapon Oklahomans embody,” said Chairman Kaiser. “I am confi- State of Okla vs Syed M Zeeshan Endangering others by dent that these graduates will continue to lead with integri- eluding ty and inspire positive change throughout our state.” State of Okla vs Rhonda R Turley Conspiracy Leadership Oklahoma’s State of Okla vs Randall P Turley a President and CEO, Dr. Mari- ‘on Paden, also congratulated State of Okla vs Cimitri $ Conley Assault & battery on Class 35 on their successful completion of the program corrections employee and encouraged them to con- tinue their leadership journey State of Okla vs Brian D Kidd Trafficking in drugs. and community engagement. “Class 35, you have shown Possession of paraphernalia. Maintaining a place for keeping/ tremendous dedication to our mission of cultivating and selling CS. Possess/threatening use of explosives connecting leaders to create a better Oklahoma,” said Paden. MARRIAGES, 6, DIVORCES “T have no doubt that you will Leadership Oklahoma Class program that exposed them to state’s unique challenges and continue to make a positive 35 Graduates 47 Members critical issues facing the state, opportunities. impact on our state and in- from Across the State developed their leadership The graduation ceremony spire others to do the same.” Oklahoma City, OK - Lead- skills, and fostered relation- held on April 29, 2023, fea- Since its inception in 1986, ership Oklahoma, the pre- ships with other leaders from tured remarks from Leadership Leadership Oklahoma has MARRIAGE LICENSES mier organization in the state across Oklahoma. Oklahoma Board Chair Phil graduated over 1,500 leaders committed to cultivating and During the program, Class Kaiser, Leadership Oklahoma who have gone on to shape the Travis Brittain, Brick ~ Paige Wills, Erick connecting leaders to create 35 participants traveled to Class 28 and Lifetime Member, state’s future through their a better Oklahoma, proudly different regions of the state who praised the members of leadership in business, gov- Hayden Hawley, Elk City - Amy Loynd, Elk City announces the graduation of to learn about various indus- Class 35 for their commitment ernment, and community or- Class 35. tries, cultures, and challenges to serving their communities ganizations. DIVORCES ‘The graduating class of 47 facing Oklahomans. They met and their dedication to making For more information on members from diverse back- with top state leaders, industry Leadership Oklahoma and Oklahomaa better place for all. NONE grounds and industries com- experts, and community advo- “Leadership Class 35, please visit www. Oklahoma's pleted an intense nine-month cates to better understand the Class 35 is a testament to the leadershipoklahoma.com.