October 3, 2026 Issue, Page 9 of 12

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NEWS The Elk City News SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 • 9 Donations Governor Stitt Congratulates Secretary Starling on Next Chapter, Announces Schinnerer as New Energy Secretary OKLAHOMA CITY (Septem- of energy innovation.” the remainder of his term. Schin- Schinnerer has led on energy ber 24, 2026) - Governor Kevin Starling has served as Oklaho- nerer currently serves as the dep- issues in the public and private sec- Stitt announced that Oklahoma ma’s secretary of energy and envi- uty secretary of energy and envi- tors, serving in the Bush adminis- Energy and Environment Secre- ronment since 2024. ronment. tration before returning to Okla- tary Jeff Starling would step down “I’m so grateful for Governor “Chris is well-known in Okla- homa where he worked for Devon from his role as secretary on Octo- Stitt and his work to champion homa’s energy circles,” said Gov- Energy and Lagoon Midstream. ber 3rd. Oklahoma’s energy industry,” said ernor Stitt. “He has long cham- “It is an honor to continue to “Jeff has been a valuable mem- Secretary Startling. “His policies pioned our oil and gas industry, serve my state in this capacity,” said ber of my team, and I know he’ll have set this industry up to con- and has helped lead the charge to Schinnerer. “Oklahoma has led the continue fighting for Oklahoman tinue to power our state and our explore new areas of energy devel- world in energy development for and American energy,” said Gov- nation, and I’m glad I had the op- opment, including the state’s effort over a century, and we are on the ernor Stitt. “He has a deep knowl- portunity to serve in this role over to secure a U.S. Department of cusp of the next generation of en- edge of the permitting process, the past few years. I am excited to Energy grant for one of three Nu- ergy innovation. I’m proud to con- the energy landscape, and the new continue to advocate for our ener- clear Energy Lifecycle Campuses. tinue to support Governor Stitt and technologies on the horizon. He’ll gy industry.” I appreciate his counsel on these his administration through these continue to lead our state and our Governor Stitt will name Chris issues, and I’m grateful for his ser- opportunities and set Oklahoma nation through the next generation Schinnerer to replace Starling for vice to our state.” up to continue to lead.” Pictured is Kelci Caswell from United Fund accepting a donation from Elk City Rotary Club’s president, Trish Southard. Governor Stitt Issues Order to Bring Relief for Agriculture Community OKLAHOMA CITY (Sep- the use of red dyed diesel in farm should ease burdens where it can the Department of Public Safety tember 28, 2026) - Governor vehicles. in order to provide relief for the and the Oklahoma Corporation Stitt today issued a letter to the “Oklahoma feeds the world, industry, and for Americans try- Commission to suspend any and Oklahoma Tax Commission, the however our farmers and ranch- ing to feed their families.” all enforcement actions regard- Oklahoma Department of Public ers are facing unprecedented Governor Stitt instructed the ing the use of dyed diesel fuels in Safety, and the Oklahoma Cor- challenges as we head into harvest Oklahoma Tax Commission to highway vehicles during this time poration Commission ordering a season,” said Gov. Stitt. “As their seek Dyed Diesel Fuel Penalty period. pause on enforcement of all taxes, costs increase, so do our pric- Relief from the Internal Reve- This request will remain in regulations, and fines levied on es at the grocery store. The state nue Service. He also instructed place for the next 120 days. Have a photo to share? Pictured is Sandy Werner accepting a donation for the Education Foundation from Elk City Rotary Club’s president, Trish Southard. Send to [email protected] with a description! ELK CITY Congratulations to Kruz Kilhoffer, Kase Kilhoffer, Carter Egan and Jax Smith. BK4HSSS 2026 OYE Shooting Sports Finals individual results: HS Cheerleaders pose with Homecoming Flower Girl, Brylee Bustin and Crown Bearer, Ollie Hargues Kruz Kilhoffer is your 2026 OYE Junior Division Grand Champion All around individual, Junior Division Grand Champion Sporting Clay individual and 3rd place 9th Grade trap. 11th grade trap- Kase Kilhoffer 5th 10th grade trap- Carter Egan 7th, Jax Smith 8th Homecoming Queen, Miranda Brasuell gets ready to do what she does best, play drums for the Elk City Marching Band. HS Cheerleader, Harley Anderson cheers on the Big Elks. We hope each of you have a great season! We hope you have Elk City Nursing Home a great Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. 301 N. Garrett, Elk City ELK CITY: 2714 W. 3rd St. • 102 S. 580-225-2580 Main St.•580.225.2580 580-225-2811 580.243.0466 year! SAYRE: 711 NE Highway 66 • 580-928-2580 https//www.fnbec.bank Good Luck Area Teams! We want to wish you a great season! Good Luck Teams! :UG6W 1210 S. 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