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NEWS The Elk City News SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 • 7 Retired Teacher Meet Four leaf clovers and in either the spiritual or was the only time this shades of green wel- the material world. Ac- medal ever was or will be comed area retired cording to Jesus, “Great- awarded. Since this note- teachers as they gath- er love has no one than worthy event happened ered at Elk City Unit- this--that one lay down a short 82 years ago, it is ed Methodist Church his life for his friends.” It largely unknown today. for the March 14, 2025 was on February 3, 1943, Previous generations not meeting. Beckham/Rog- that a German torpedo only knew but also reg- er Mills Unit of OREA hit the Dorchester, a ship ularly retold the story meets the second Fri- carrying troops from of the Four Chaplains. day of each month from Newfoundland to an While Jesus Christ will September through May American base in Green- always be the ultimate at 10:30 a.m. President land. It was a harrowing display of “greater love” Linda Long welcomed experience as the ship by giving His life so that Glenda Ivins, Cathy began to fill with water. everyone could be rec- Lewis, Janice Mollet, Amidst the confusion onciled to God and have Suzanne Walker, Cindy and chaos, voices of the eternal life and peace, the Wood, Sharon Gillil- four chaplains brought Four Chaplains will also and, June Lovelace, Nan calm and clarity to the always serve as praise- Hubbard, Tana Feldman, situation. They worked worthy examples of the Carla Garrison, Jan At- tirelessly to get all the John 15:13 “greater love.” tocknie, Dennis McRee, soldiers off the ship un- Scholarship committee Gwen Pasby, Larry Long til they finally ran out of will present the Beck- and guest Kathie Wynn, life jackets. Four soldiers ham/Roger Mills Unit’s Beckham County Exten- were still without one so Scholarship the first part sion Agent. the chaplains took off of May to a first year June gave the invoca- their own vests and gave teacher. In member- tion. Cathy led the flag them to the four. One ship, Glenda reported 71 salute. survivor who saw it tes- members. Gwen Pasby Kathie Wynn, Beck- tified, “It was the finest is collecting the number ham County Extension thing I have ever seen or of each member’s volun- Agent presented the pro- hope to see this side of teer hours from January gram with great ideas for heaven.” As the Dorches- 1 – December 31, 2025. “Container Gardening.” ter finally sank down into She passed out forms There are many benefits the dark, icy Arctic wa- to help members keep of using raised beds or ters, the four chaplains track of their Volunteer containers for flower or were standing togeth- Hours. Linda shared vegetable gardening. For er on the submerging legislative information a beautiful flower gar- deck—a Jew, a Meth- regarding several COLA den in a large container, odist, a Catholic, and a bills that affect all teach- People Empowered the key is to organize the plants to be visually pleasing from all sides or organize the plants to Dutch Reformed—their arms locked together and their voices raised in prayer as the ship slipped ers, current and retired. In new business, Linda announced that the Re- gional OREA meeting face the front of a con- beneath the freezing wa- will be held at WTC, Headed by Western tainer. In either case, the plant arrangement should include a Thrill- er, a Filler, and a Spiller. ters. The sacrifice of the Four Chaplains was not forgotten. It was fre- quently invoked across Burns Flat, June 9, 2025. The Leadership Confer- ence needs every unit to furnish a gift basket. The Oklahoma Newcomer To learn more about gar- the years to remind the theme this year is “Sum- dening, call (580) 928- nation of the remarkable mer Camp.” 2139 to reach the Beck- love, courage, and char- The next meeting is ham County Extension acter that a strong faith scheduled for April 11. Service. in God had produced in Karen Whitely will pres- By Sheryl Ponce She went on to talk about clude leadership development, To celebrate Nan’s each of the four. In 1948, ent the devotional and her personal experience and tailored curriculum, lead- March birthday, mem- President Harry Truman OREA Executive Direc- The Elk City Rotary Club background. Walter spent the ership workshops, keynote bers sang the Happy arranged for a special tor, Sabra Tucker, will heard from Cynda Walter, last 16 years in not-for-profit engagements, diversity and Birthday song. postage stamp to memo- provide the program. president and founder of Peo- healthcare, as vice president inclusion training, succession June presented the rialize the four. Three The OREA board meet- ple Empowered, a human re- of human resources. She sup- planning, organizational strat- devotional, “The Four years later in 1951, he ing is May 14. Cindy won source consulting company, ported physicians, as well as egy and design, and functional Chaplains.” One of the spoke at the dedication today’s door prize. Linda during their regular meeting caregivers. human resources guidance clearest modern displays of the Chapel of the Four adjourned the meeting. last Thursday. She recently “The biggest gap that I’ve and consulting. of “greater love” occurred Chaplains at Temple All retired teachers in moved to Western Oklahoma seen is in appropriately de- “Cynda is a natural coach during World War II in University in Philadel- this area are encouraged from Northeastern Colorado. veloping leaders to be able to who excels with all levels of one of the most heroic phia. In 1960, Congress to check out OREA lo- “I will be consulting about have conversations with em- leadership. I have personal- acts of the conflict. First created a unique medal cal meetings the second different leadership devel- ployees, making sure that they ly experienced her authentic Corinthians, 13:13 tells to honor the four: “Dis- Friday of each month opment concepts, things like feel that they are wanted and coaching style with both my us that three things en- tinguished Service Cross from September through emotional intelligence, exec- part of something bigger than leaders and teams. She has dure forever—faith, and Purple Heart.” In May, 10:30 a.m. at Elk utive presence, how to have themselves. I hold a master’s helped leaders assess their cur- hope, and love, and that 1961, it was awarded to City United Methodist crucial conversations with degree in organizational lead- rent state and make goal-cen- love surpasses the others. the surviving families of Church. team members, etc. I also help ership from Colorado Chris- tered improvements, which Love is the greatest force the Four Chaplains. This with succession planning. So tian University. I am certified significantly enhanced both you think about training and as a practitioner in the DiSC the leaders and their teams,” developing people to take on assessment, which is a per- Stephen W. Cobb, M.D., key roles within your organi- sonality assessment, that al- FAAFP, Chief Medical Exam- zation. I can help with that, as well as organizational de- sign and strategies so that we lows you to understand your individual tendencies and behaviors and that of other iner, said about Walters in a testimonial of working with her. SUBSCRIBE TODAY decide to work on a different people. I’m also certified to the Although she does not have realm within your business, Human Capital Institute as a a brick and mortar practice, how we can design that to strategic HR business partner,” those interested in talking to make sure that we have roles Walter added. her about training can reach Current news and in place. And then I also am Her services are geared to her at www.people.empow- pursuing my executive coach- outline personal growth, stra- ered.pro, cwalter@people. great deals delivered ing designation,” Walter ex- tegic thinking, and fostering a empowered.pro, or call 970- plained. positive work culture. The ar- 467-3737. right to your door! eas in which she specializes in- CLASSIFIEDS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS Publishing in the Elk City News on has filed a Petition with the District ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF vation District and has entered into or March 29, 2025, April 5, 2025 and Court, Beckham County, in the above- and for further Order directing LXLP The City of Elk City reserves the right will enter into a Cooperator Agreement April 12, 2025 styled and numbered lawsuit and the Sheriff to execute and sale the to accept or reject any or all bids. with the Directors of said District, may unless you answer the Petition of the above-described real property and the Publishing in the Elk City News on have their name placed on the official IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF Plaintiff on or before the 12th of May, proceeds applied to amounts due Plain- April 12, 2025 ballot of the District Director Election BECKHAM COUNTY 2025, the Petition will be taken as true tiff and further barring and foreclosing Bidder: of said District for Position Number 3 STATE OF OKLAHOMA and a judgment will be entered in fa- new Defendants and all Defendants BID NOTICE by filing a Notification and Declaration vor of the Plaintiff in the amount of to the lawsuit from any right, title, in- Address: of Candidacy with said District locat- BOKF, N.A. d/b/a BANK OF $170,953.16, plus interest thereon ac- terest or estate or equity in and to the The City of Elk City will accept sealed ed at 902 NE Hwy 66, Suite C Sayre, OKLAHOMA, crued through January 23, 2025, in the property. bids in the office of the City Clerk, Phone: OK 73662 between the dates of May 1 Plaintiff, amount of $6,013.17 plus interest ac- 320 W 3rd in Elk City, OK until 12:00 – May 14, 2025. Notification and Dec- vs. cruing thereafter at the rate of 7.375% DATED this 12th day of March, 2025. Noon, Tuesday, May 6, 2025 for Metal Bid Amount: $ laration of Candidacy forms may be RICHARD GONZALES, et al., per annum until paid, a reasonable Roof Repairs on the Blacksmith Shop obtained at the above location or on the Defendants. attorney’s fee, plus abstracting expens- Donna Howell, Court Clerk of and Farm & Ranch Building located LXLP Oklahoma Conservation Commission CASE NO. CJ –2025-15 es, plus advances for taxes, insurance, Beckham County at 2717 W 2nd. Specifications as website. Completed forms must be Judge: Dirickson property preservation, late charges follows: Publishing in the Elk City News on returned to the above district location and court costs, accrued and accruing By: /S/ Kandice Rippetoe April 5, 2025 and April 12, 2025 before close of business on the last day NOTICE BY PUBLICATION during the pendency of this action; and Deputy Check all screws, fasteners, tighten or of the filing period. The Election will for further decree of the Court fore- replace as needed NOTICE OF FILING PERIOD FOR be held on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA closing the Plaintiff’s lien on the fol- Prepared by: Pressure wash roof area ELECTION OF DISTRICT TO: lowing described real property, to wit: RIGGS, ABNEY, NEAL, TURPEN, Apply two coats of white elastic roof DIRECTOR Board of Directors Representative: ORBISON & LEWIS coating Jimmy Smith RICHARD GONZALES; JANET LOT TWENTY SIX (26) IN BLOCK Ryan J. Assink, OBA #17568 Clean and haul away all job-related TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED: ROE (real name unknown), spouse, if SIX (6) OF THE EASTLAND ADDI- 502 West Sixth Street debris Attest: Cassandra Ausher any, of Richard Gonzales TION (1982) TO THE CITY OF ELK Tulsa, Oklahoma 74119 Notice is hereby given that any person LXLP CITY, BECKHAM COUNTY, OKLA- Telephone: (918) 587-3161 For further information, please contact who is a registered voter and a resident You will take notice that the Plaintiff HOMA. Email: [email protected] Gary Nix (580) 225-3230. of the North Fork of Red River Conser-