November 18, 2023 Issue, Page 8 of 8

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Community 8 - The Elk City News November 18, 2023 can express, We are so blessed, he is someone who is wise and Fame and we are living our best a bit witty. Continued from page 1. lives,” Beverly expressed her Smith attributed his in- gratitude. volvement in the community as she began. ‘The last person to be in- to his parents, Christine and “Our goal is to help with troduced was Jimmy Smith. Clarence Smith. He said that the enrichment of our commu- He was introduced by Sheryl they taught him the impor- nity through the many projects Ponce who described his con- tance of becoming involved of the Western Oklahoma His- tribution to family, friends, and giving back. torical Society. We are honored farming, and the community. “ve been very blessed to to receive this recognition and She told a couple of stories have had a lot of fun doing want you all to know that we from his early years in the Jay- these things (activities he has appreciate it more than words cees, but continued to say that been involved in). And what No Interest For Former ‘| Joan Butcher Joni McConnell talks about her parents I really think was the reason that I did it was because my family is yours, and that it was the right thing to do to be in- = volved in the community, and to help your friends, your fam- “If Paid In Full, Within 30 Days. Valid Through November 30, 2023 ily and your neighbors. I feel like that's what we've done throughout the years, and I really am blessed for the fact pl that my family raised me in Western Oklahoma all my life,” » Smith concluded. “We Love To Say Ye: s! Rhonda Mikles At the end of the banquet, 1 MI friends and family gathered for join the Western Oklahoma pictures and congratulations. Historical Society. All nomina- RAndy Haggard talking To nominate someone to be tions are made by members of about Donnie and Beverly inducted into the Hall of Fame, WoOHS, JOrdan CORN BIBLE ACADEMY Now isthe Time! Astep-by-step guide for new CBA 7th-12th graders who start class in August 2024 Apply to bea Crusader ASAP! Application opens November 1. CBA will waive the application fee if you apply Nov 1-10! Apply for Tax Credit ASAP starting Dec 1, 2023 at 8:30am! This will be an online application. Activity Fee Due $175 annual non-refundable fee due February 1,2024 Thrive! School Starts August 2024