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The Elk City News SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2024 * 3 Joe McConnell Talks Numbers at the Elk City Motorsports Park to R otarians By Sheryl Ponce States. To have that level of competition on a consistent Rotary president Lake Car- basis tells Rod (Fauver) and penter opened the weekly I that were doing something meeting last Thursday, at right. I don’t want to be boast- noon, in the Elks Lodge. He ful, but it actually gives me announced two new mem- goosebumps because that’s bers Catherine Ashford and not a small deal. The end for Jeff Johnson who were ap- them to continue to race with proved by the board. He also us and to enjoy it, is a comple- reminded the Rotarians about ment to our track preparation, the upcoming Rotary Auction the facility conditions, and the that will take place June 20th overall experience. Were do- and 21st, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. ing something right” McCon- Carpenter was pleased to nell explained. announce that the Oklahoma Additionally, he said that City State Chamber will be during the final event of last coming to the meeting on year, which was a three-day June 27th. They will be bring- event, they had 117 cars in the ing three guests to talk to the pits and over 600 people on Rotarians. He also added that the property. The first race of it would be his last meeting as the season this year, they had president. 70 cars and over 600 people on He also recognized Rotarian the property. The second race Kristina Cunningham as be- brought out 80 cars. He added ing a decorated college athlete. that the cars are coming from She is in the Missouri's Basket- as far as Wyoming and Or- ball Hall of Fame for her per- egon. formance during college. McConnell has been in the ‘Then Basil Weatherly intro- Joe McConnell Basil Weatherly racing industry since he was duced the speaker for the day, 12 years old, and through all Joe McConnell, one ofthe two by recognizing that not ev- track, as well as how the path en races in a row due to rain. It old, and from seven states. We of his experience, he told the partners of the Elk City Mo- eryone is a racing fan, but that has been throughout the first was a rough year,” McConnell paid out a total of $170,175 in Rotarians that the local com- torsports Park. His partner is they chose Elk City to re-open full year in operation. began. purses across those 13 nights. munity has been the best he Rod Fauver who moved to Elk the racetrack because of the lo- “In 2023, which was our first “We hosted nine differ- We bring more racers in than has seen. The businesses have City from California. McCon- cation and town. full season of racing, we actu- ent divisions, nine different any other track within a 200- been supportive, and that has nell has moved to town from McConnell told the story ally did 30 nights of racing. We classes of race cars last year or 300-mile radius” contributed to their success. Tennessee. He began his talk of how they decided on this at one point we lost five of sev- that went from beginner, four- He talked about the cost of He went on to talk about their cylinder front wheel drive, entrance and the fan base that racing school and what it of- what we call a tuner, which is attends the races, and the types fers, like Toyota Corolla or Chevy of cars that come to their races. As he concluded his talk, Great Plains Regional Medical Center Announces ICU Nurse Cobalt with a roll-cage. We McConnell said that they are McConnell donated a racing went all the way up to 700 - part of a nationally sanctioned experience worth $8000 to the Lauren Celsor, CCRN, BSN, as 2024 Nurse of the Year 750 horsepower, 120 miles an organization that allows driv- Rotary Auction. This includes hour winged sprint cars. So ers to accumulate local points, the driving lesson and driv- Elk City, OK - Great Plains there was a wide range of dif- as well as, points in the nation- ing one of their cars. Anyone Regional Medical Center 4 q ferent kinds of race cars from al system. He pointed out that interested in this professional (GPRMC) is proud to an- nine classes, 13 nights of rac- the top three nationally ranked driving experience can bid nounce Lauren Celsor, CCRN, ing, with 288 different com- racers are coming to the track. on it during the Rotary Radio BSN, as the recipient of the petitors who raced with us last “Our track champion was Auction. 2024 Nurse of the Year Award. year, from ages 13 to 70 years number three in the United This prestigious recognition LUCAS celebrates Lauren's outstand- ing contributions, unwavering dedication, and exceptional care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Lauren's peers have praised her extensive knowledge and commitment to educating new nurses. Her empathy and caring nature have made a significant impact on patients and their families, as well as passed only by her compas- sionate approach to nursing. fore transitioning to GPRMC in 2020 to train as an ICU CONGRESS her colleagues. Comments Many nurses across the hospi- nurse during the onset of the from nominees highlighted tal look up to Lauren for guid- COVID-19 pandemic. She has her ability to handle the most ance and inspiration, especial- ly during challenging times. since become the main preceptor in the ICU, PICC Endorsed by critical patients while taking time to teach others new skills, Lauren's journey in nurs- certified, and holds all required President making the unit less daunting TRUMP! ing began with her graduation certifications for her role, in- for newcomers. from Western Oklahoma State cluding leading the Medical "Lauren embodies excel- College in 2019 with an Asso- Emergency Team (MET) and lence in nursing 1000%. She ciate's Degree in Nursing. She serving as House Supervisor is the go-to person for starting has since earned her Bachelor when needed. IVs and is always confident of Science in Nursing (BSN) and ambitious,” said one of and is currently pursuing a "Numerous nurses GPRMC deserve this award; at SECURE her colleagues. “Her patients Master's Degree in Nursing receive 100% of her attention Education. Lauren is amember however, Lauren has been a shining star in a challenging the border year," said Corey Lively, CEO By and care, and her smile and of the American Association of willingness to help are always Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) of GPRMC. "Her dedication present." and recently achieved her to her patients, colleagues, Patients and their families frequently express gratitude for Lauren's dedicated care. Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification. Lauren started her career as and the field of nursing is truly exemplary. We are incredibly proud to honor her with the FIGHT Her professionalism is sur- a Labor and Delivery nurse be- 2024 Nurse of the Year Award." inflation they are now booking in Au- PASSION are amazed at how much the sale makes. They didn't think gust. The couples reputation Continued from page 1 it would make that much, and we never know what that will for fairness, as well as the amount of money the sale DEFEND makes, has put them on the trated by God,’ Richard said. our values be ahead oftime,’ Treasa said. Treasa continued to say, She said that all of the real- map for estate sales. The best “Richard and I both believe tors have been supportive, thing is that they love doing it. that we represent the fam- as well as the assisted living “There hasn't been a sale yet ily. It is not always a death you homes and lawyers. The cli- that we haven't stopped to pray are representing, oftentimes, ent walks through the house with someone,’ Richard said. parents are going into assisted with them, as they assess the The sales run from Friday living, or there has been a di- percentage of the sale for the and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 vorce, or a family moving, and contract. pm., and Sunday from 2 p.m. they can't take everything that “Richard and I walk through to 5 p.m. Most sales take place they have with them. There are the house together. We talk in homes, but they have had a lot of different emotions at about items that we see listed.some in shops or barns. every sale” Sometimes we will say that so “The price of the sale is based When the Schutts’ walk into and so is looking for this be- on a percentage plus $200 for FRANK LUCAS a house, they first meet the dli- cause we have people that will advertising. It is a simple legal ent and prepare them for the come out and tell us what they contract that they make with contract. They treat every sale are looking for, and we put the client. June 18 with integrity, no matter the them on the list. We have buy- To make arrangements for size or neighborhood. ers from Oklahoma City. They ‘Treasa and Richard to look at “We have not had one come to me when we offer an an estate sale, contact Treasa customer that has not been estates sale as far as Amarillo at 580-821-1397 or Richard at pleased with us. Every custom- to Yukon to look for items,’ 580-1328. Watch for sales on | id for by Lucas for Congress - er has been overwhelmed. First ‘Treasa explained. their Facebook page $ & S Es- of all about the money, They They have become so busy tate Sales.