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2+ SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2024 The Elk City News a +f: Tae BLIND the door only to find out that it’s already open? Mooney said. said. Mooney was frustrated as to his guide dog and four cats that he calls useless, Because he lives ina [HUNGER | & HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS WEEK NOVEMBER 17-24, 2024 Continued from page 1 He also said, “Don't drive a how many times he might have to blind person like a car. They are tell somebody not to do specific gests the best way to support the people and have their own ideas actions, and within five minutes small town, he gets a ride to do his own shopping for groceries. He loves old music, and is a vinyl team, which is what the dog and about how to get around” he/she is doing that very thing. record enthusiast, calling himself the person are called because they Mooney described a recent ex- Letting the dog and his partner an old hippie. are so closely tied, is to not inter- ample of how some people may navigate their environment could RP is one ofseveral types ofvi- act with the dog as long as he/she have good intentions, but may be the most respectful way to ac- sion loss. Blindness is on a spec- is in harness. not listen to directions from the knowledge them in public. trum. Many have varying degrees “Everyone wants to pet the dog person with a guide dog. The best thing someone can of functional vision. As part of HELP-THE HOMELESS. DONATE NON-PERISHABLE GOODS. BOTTLED WATER. but doing so while in harness dis- tracts the dog from his or her job and can cause confusion for the “People’s good intentions are do to support a blind person is to sometimes misplaced. I had to go to the bank this morning. simply ask. Rather than guiding them, talking to the dog, or try- Blindness Awareness Month, a person can donate, volunteer, or become better informed about dog and the team member. I have When I got there, two ladies im- ing to intervene, ask if they need how to help by going to GDB WATERPROOF GLOVES. LIGHT-WEIGHT TENTS, AND BLANKETS to tell people not to touch or talk mediately started trying to engage help with something, That ques- website, 100% OF DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO OUR HOMELESS to the dog when they are working. with Lockhart (his guide dog) by tion could show respect and yet GBD Is a non-profit organiza- GDB (Guide Dogs for the Blind) petting and talking to him. I im- be helpful. tion and according to their web- COMMUNITY & DAY SHELTER told us that we would be acting as mediately said, ‘Please do not ‘There are many visual services site, “We believe that everyone educators to the public,’ Mooney interact with the dog while he’s for the blind or those who are deserves to move through the noted. working. It distracts him and me visually impaired. Mooney has world safely and confidently—to He would like others to know from what we are doing’ ‘There found that The VoiceOver fea- live the life they want to live. Our that people being overly helpful to was a hearty round of, ‘Oh, OK? ture on his phone to be the most passionate community employs blind people is difficult. As with from all around. When I got helpful. According to GDB, there innovative practices to create life- many things, it is better to ask be- ready to leave, the teller came out are ways to enhance websites and changing partnerships. And, we fore doing. from behind the counter and did social media posts that help the advocate for the policy reforms “[ have people open doors for just as I described. It was so up- blind navigate the internet. that change how the world views me and stand there with the door setting, She started grabbing me Mooney has been open and blindness and disability. Because Get Ready to Help Battle open. They don't say anything, trying to drive me like a car. Then forthcoming with his experience when everyone is empowered to and I'm walking up trying to find she tried to grab the harness and living with RP. He is independent participate, our communities are lead Lockhart and guide him,” he and now lives on his own, with stronger.” Hunger and Homelessness By Sheryl Ponce “Did you know that over The Western Oklahoma Family Care Center will be hon- 580,000 people experience homelessness on any given night in the U.S? And one in Election Day Reminders And Tips oring the Hunger and Home- eight Americans struggle with lessness Awareness Week from hunger? Let’s come together to Voters will head to the polls on if possible. If you find that you do tribal ID to their polling place. privately and independently using Noy. 17th through Nov. 24th, by raise awareness and support November Sth to decidea number have a question on Election Day, An official Voter Identification the ATI device attached to the helping the homeless by giving those in need. Join us in our of issues. The polls will be open however, don't hesitate to call." Card can also be used as proof of voting device. Those who require unapologetically. mission to advocate for change from 7 a.m, to7 p.m, Manning says the State Elec- identity. If you forget your ID, you assistance should talk to their Together, homelessness and and compassion in our commu- Beckham County Election tion Board's OK Voter Portal is may still cast a provisional ballot precinct official or contact the hunger can be combated with nity. Share your thoughts, vol- Board Secretary Sherron Man- the easiest way for voters to verify by signing an affidavit. Provisional County Election Board directly donations of non-perishable unteer, or donate to help makea ning recommends voters with their registration, locate their poll- ballots will be verified and if valid, for instructions. goods, bottled water, water- difference” WOFCC posted on questions about their eligibility ing place, and view a sample bal- will be counted after Election Day For questions, contact the Beck- proof gloves, light-weight tents, their social media. or polling place call before Elec- lot. The OK Voter Portal can be and before the election is certified. ham County Election Board at and blankets, One hundred per- To find out more about the tion Day. "We provide a number found at oklahoma gov/elections/ Some voters may need assis- 580-928-3314 or beckhamcoun- cent of the donations will go di- needs or to donate, call 580- of additional services to voters ovo. tance to vote because they are [email protected]. The County rectlyto help the homeless com- on Election Day, so it can get very ‘The County Election Board blind or visually disabled, physi- Election Board is located at 306 E. munity and day shelter located busy. If you have anyquestions, we reminds voters to bring a current cally disabled or infirmed, or il- Main St. Sayre, OK. Office hours at the WOFCC building. Elk City. strongly suggest you call or come federal or Oklahoma state-issued literate. Such individuals may re- are 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday by the week before Election Day photo ID, ot federally-recognized quest to have an assistant or vote through Friday. MISDEMEANORS Election Day Laws And Reminders State of Okla vs Rosa Cantero-Cuellar Larceny of merchan- Voters in Beckham County are law. Voters may not use the image election enclosure. In addition, suming alcohol of any kind or dise reminded to keep the integrity of to coerce, influence, or intimidate you may not remove a ballot from quantity within one-half mile of State of Okla vs Garrett C Lowe Trespassing the election system in mind, when another voter. the polling place. a polling place on Election Day is going to the polls next week. Beckham County Election Keep in mind that electioneer- also prohibited. Board Secretary Sherron Man- While ballot “selfies” or taking ing is prohibited within 300 feet of Voters who believe an election photographs of a marked ballot ning says voters should be aware MARRIAGES 6, DIVORCES any ballot box while an election is law has been violated should con- are legal, voters may not share or that violating the law has conse- in progress. This includes wearing tact precinct officials and/or the distribute the image through so- quences, “While some offenses or bringing visible campaign relat- County Election Board immedi- cial media or by any other means may seem minor, unlawful activ- ed paraphernalia into the election ately, while the alleged violation is while inside the election enclo- ity on Election Day constitutes a enclosure. Manning notes that no in progress. MARRIAGE LICENSES sure. Voters must wait until they serious crime and could result in ‘one except election officials and Voters can contact the Beckham. Zachary Breeze, Carter ~ Emalee Sanders, Carter leave their polling place before a misdemeanor or in some cases, a voters waiting to vote are allowed County Election Board at 580- DIVORCES posting or sharing the picture with felony conviction. We want all vot- within 50 feet of any ballot box on 928-3314. The County Election Chantel Honeycutt vs Clint Honeycutt anyone. Improper use of the photo ers to be aware oftheir actions and Election Day. Certain exceptions Board is located at 306 E. Main St., Wayne Brekke vs Rita Brekke could result in a violation of the be respectful of the rights of oth- are made for the press, media and Sayre. ers.’ Itis illegal to disclose how you those assisting disabled voters. The polls will be open 7:00 a.m. voted with anyone while inside the Voters are reminded that con- to 7:00 p.m. November 5th. Providing comfort and suypoort for End of Life chotoes Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as ECPS Announces Filing Deadline for Seat 5 cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the The Board of Education of running as a candidate for the #5 County Election Board between practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. Elk City Public School District seat on the Elk Clty Board of Ed- the hours of 8 am. and 5 pm. For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: hereby announces that statutorily ucation may file to run asa candi- ‘on each of the following days: qualified indiviliuals interested in date for this seat at the Beckham Monday, December 2. through Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator Wednesday, December 4, 2024. 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