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Cherokee man facing drug charges after search warrant served
A search warrant resulted in drug charges being filed against a Cherokee resident. Shawn Dale Sauls, 45, of Cherokee, has been charged with possession of controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine) with intent to distribute, a felony. This... Full story
Cherokee man charged as felon in possession of firearm
A Cherokee man’s night went from bad to worse after a wreck in July of 2023. Evidence from that event then led to a felony charge filed April 2, 2024, in Alfalfa County. Court records show on July 31, 2023, at about 8:30 p.m. Oklahoma Highway P... Full story
High winds Saturday spread wildfires
I generally don’t pay much attention when forecasts call for high wind gusts. My life doesn’t include many outdoor activities. Despite being indoors at the newspaper office Saturday, I did notice tho...
Two races develop in Woods County election
Filing began Wednesday for county offices, and at least two Woods County positions will require voting. So far there are two candidates for county sheriff. Keith Dale, current undersheriff, filed as...
Alva Arena Authority meets for design, construction planning
The Alva Arena Authority met Tuesday noon as they plan for the construction of the main arena building including an exhibit hall and administration offices. Chairman Gregg Glass opened the meeting with trustees Dr. Janet Cunningham, Todd Holder,... Full story
'I'm excited to be here, excited to be in Alva'
Members of the Alva Board of Education held a special meeting Wednesday afternoon to approve a new superintendent. After a short executive session, board members returned to open meeting, inviting the waiting school administrators, office staff and... Full story
Woods County Commissioners accept donation, declare wrecked pickup as surplus
The Woods County Commissioners made short work of their agenda Monday, accepting a donation, signing off on a grant project and junking a wrecked vehicle. Chairman Randy McMurphy opened the meeting with Commissioners John Smiley and David Hamil...
Harper Houston tells her duties as OASC state vice president
The Alva Board of Education enjoyed hearing from two speakers during their regular meeting Monday. Board President Jane McDermott opened the meeting with board members Karen Koehn, Paul Barton, Shane... Full story
Spotting imposter scams, debt relief scams
I’ll just tell you upfront that this is a last-minute column. Our officer manager has been out due to an injury for about six weeks now. Then in the middle of the afternoon Tuesday, we had a power o...
Woods County Commissioners accept donation, declare wrecked pickup as surplus
The Woods County Commissioners made short work of their agenda Monday, accepting a donation, signing off on a grant project and junking a wrecked vehicle. Chairman Randy McMurphy opened the meeting...
Harper Houston tells her duties as OASC state vice president
The Alva Board of Education enjoyed hearing from two speakers during their regular meeting Monday. Board President Jane McDermott opened the meeting with board members Karen Koehn, Paul Barton, Shane...
Spotting imposter scams, debt relief scams
By Marione MartinI’ll just tell you upfront that this is a last-minute column. Our officer manager has been out due to an injury for about six weeks now. Then in the middle of the afternoon T...
Let the bidding begin
A special meeting of the Alva Utility Authority was held Wednesday following the special city council meeting. Mayor Kelly Parker said the meeting was to declare as surplus and authorize the sale of 3,937 City of Alva water meters, authorizing the...
Share Medical Center 'in really good shape'
“We’re in really good shape year to date,” said Dr. Bo Hannaford, chairman of the Alva Hospital Authority. He made the comment after Chief Financial Officer Angelica Brady reported on Share Medical Center finances during the regular meeting on Tuesd... Full story
Alva City Council considers putting Share Convalescent property on ballot
Would there be a lot of questions or objections? One never knows if an agenda item for the Alva City Council will pass easily or draw questions and criticism. The city council held a special session Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. to consider transferring...
Funding request reduced for Cars, Concerts and BBQ Contests
The City of Alva Tourism and Convention Development Committee scheduled a special meeting to give the Alva Police Department more time to figure out their budget for a fundraising event. The event was first discussed March 20, but questions about the... Full story
Charges filed after Dacoma man finds checks written on his account
Charges have been filed against two people after a man discovered checks written on his bank account while he was in a nursing home. Court documents show Leland Reed first contacted the Alva Police Department to report a theft and forgery case... Full story
Abuse by caretaker charges filed against Waynoka man and his daughter
When emergency personnel arrived at the home of a woman reported as having trouble breathing, they found her on the floor in a back bedroom. She said she had been lying there four weeks, but her husband said it was only two weeks, according to court... Full story
Woods County Commissioners approve bridge inspections
There wasn’t much on the agenda for the Woods County Commissioners’ meeting Monday. However, the commissioners had to sign lots of documents. Chairman Randy McMurphy opened the meeting with Com...
Watching whatever and whenever I want
The AARP magazine that arrived in the mail this morning had a front cover headline extolling the joys of living alone from a GenX viewpoint. One of the advantages I’ve found, as a member of the B...
Purchase of new ambulance passes by one vote at Alva City Council
A proposal to buy a new ambulance through a lease purchase contract raised numerous questions among Alva City Council members Monday night. Mayor Kelly Parker read the agenda listing for discussion and action to approve the modified lease/purchase ag... Full story
Two councilmembers resign, Mayor Parker looking for replacements
Probably the most startling news from Monday’s Alva City Council meeting is the resignation of two councilmembers. Taylor Dowling told the council this would be his last meeting. He has been working for the Department of Defense and had the opportuni... Full story
Green burial comes to Alva
After many months of research and deliberation, the Alva Cemetery Board made a recommendation to the city council Monday to provide green burial at the Alva Municipal Cemetery. Cemetery Board Chairman Lennie Reed was available to answer questions... Full story
Tourism Committee approves funds for golf tournament
The Alva Tourism and Convention Development Committee met Wednesday to consider two requests for funding from tourism tax. Chairman Melinda Barton opened the meeting with members Scott Kline, Angelica Brady and Sadie Bier present. Terri Parsons was... Full story
Man arrested after citizens report him to police
A Helena citizen called police after a man came to his door seeking use of a phone or a charger. Court records show Ryan Norton called March 11 to say the “drug runner” from the previous day had bee...
