Articles from the December 25, 2016 edition
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Menus for the week of Dec. 26–30
Menu for Woods County Senior Citizens Monday – Turkey tetrazzini, honey ginger glazed carrots, steamed broccoli, hot roll, chocolate pudding Tuesday – Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, Capri blend vegetables, whole wheat roll, apr...
By Airport hangar construction on schedule
Alva Business Manager Joe Don Dunham told the city council Dec. 19 that work is proceeding as planned on the airport T-hangar construction. He said as of that date, the concrete work on the foundation and ramps was 75 percent complete. The hangar...
Country club awarded only part of their tourism tax request
Steven Ward, president of the Alva Golf and Country Club (AGCC), presented a convincing description of the activities and benefits to Alva of his organization. However, members of the Alva Tourism...
Two shakedowns at Jackie Brannon Dairy Farm produce cellphones, tobacco, marijuana
MCALESTER – Two shakedowns performed by correctional officers and two K-9s at the Jackie Brannon Correctional Center (JBCC) dairy farm led authorities to a sizeable contraband haul. During the f...
Unearth the unexpected
From breathtaking views to rare wildlife to unique lodging opportunities, the Oklahoma state parks are filled with unexpected treasures — and so is the 2017 Oklahoma State Parks & Outdoor Guide. The new, free publication from the Oklahoma Tourism &...
Waynoka woman dies in collision with semi
A head-on collision with a semi took the life of a Waynoka woman Thursday. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reports that Lisa K. Selvey, 49, of Waynoka was pronounced dead at the scene of massive injuries. She was transported to the Marshall Funeral Home...
LISA SELVEY
Funeral services for Lisa Selvey, 49, are pending with Marshall Funeral Home of Waynoka LLC....
NITA LOUISE BETTENCOURT
Memorial services for Anita Louise Bettencourt will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at the Ft. Sill National Cemetery at Elgin, Oklahoma, with Chaplain Dan Capri officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Marshall Funeral Home of...
The magic of the Christmas spirit
The magic of Christmas comes in many shapes and forms. I remember the shiny gloss of a purple-and-white J.C. Higgins bicycle at age 8. The next year was even better – a Lionel train whose sleek black engine could puff smoke and race around the t...
I hope the rain comes down gently
As you read this, I probably have been up for several hours making pigs in a blanket, doing last minute cleaning, and preparing for good friends, family, and good fellowship. I like the 50 degree...
Woods County Communications phone log
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 6:40 p.m. Reporting party (RP) advised a calf out by Lambert. Advised to call Alfalfa County. Thursday, December 15, 2016 3:48 a.m. RP in the 400 block of Third Street reported they heard subterranean noises. However,...
Woods County court filings
According to the affidavits and petitions on file, the following individuals have been charged. An individual is innocent of any charges listed below until proven guilty in a court of law. All information is a matter of public record and may be...
Divorce filings
Justin Mark Phillips, Alva vs. Tiffany Nicole Phillips: dissolution of marriage ($262.14)....
Marriage filings
Bipendra Purus Timilsina, Tulsa vs. Pawana Itani, Alva: marriage license (no counselling) ($50)....
Woods County real estate transactions
Real Estate Transfers Book 1253 page 695: Zelda D. Holtzclaw, Trustee of the John E. and Zelda D. Holtzclaw Revocalbe Living Trust, dated September 13, 1993, unto Darrell Kline. Lot 28, in block 28, in the original town, of Alva, Woods County, Oklaho...
Woods County Sheriff's Office phone log
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 3:47 p.m. Woman called for undersheriff. 3:48 p.m. William Dickey called to let us know he went to Walmart. 4:15 p.m. William Dickey called to let us know he was at home. 4:53 p.m. William Dickey called to let us know he...
Underwood's up-tempo style leading to wins at Oklahoma St
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Brad Underwood is about to find out if his attacking style of offense works in the Big 12. The first-year coach at Oklahoma State has brought a big dose of energy and a nice batch of wins to the seemingly dormant program. L...
Several small earthquakes strike in northern Oklahoma
PAWNEE, Okla. (AP) — The U.S. Geological Survey reports a series of small earthquakes have struck northern Oklahoma. No injuries or damage are reported. The U.S.G.S. reports a magnitude 3.5 quake at 10:08 p.m. Friday near Pawnee, about 75 miles n...
Nearly $870M budget hole awaits Oklahoma lawmakers in 2017
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The problems will be familiar in the 2017 Oklahoma legislative session: crowded public schools with teachers desperate for a pay raise, overcrowded prisons, a Highway Patrol facing furloughs and dozens of other cash-strapped a...
Kansas Supreme Court returns case of man sentenced to life
SALINA, Kan. (AP) — The Kansas Supreme Court has sent back to a district court the case of a Salina man convicted in the 2013 death of his infant son. The Salina Journal reports (http://j.mp/2hCjgRV) that Nicholas Corbin and his girlfriend were c...
Kansas Supreme Court rules in 1999 Lawrence case
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — The Kansas Supreme Court says a man serving about 54 years in prison after being convicted in a 1999 rape and robbery case in Lawrence may be entitled to a few more days in court. The high court Friday ordered the Kansas Court o...
Post-election, doctor-turned-lieutenant governor in focus
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Jeff Colyer says his job description as Kansas lieutenant governor requires him to be ready to take over as governor at any time and he's gotten more attention in recent weeks because "the context has changed." Legislative l...
2 found dead in vehicle in Kansas City, Kansas
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Police are investigating after two people were found shot to death in an SUV on Interstate 70 in Kansas City, Kansas. The Kansas City Star reports (http://j.mp/2hC3VR9) that Kansas City, Kansas, police responded to a car w...
Historical museum reopens after overcoming odds
PITTSBURG, Kan. (AP) — A historical museum has reopened in southeast Kansas about a year after it closed amid concerns about how to fund it and whether it was even worth saving. The Crawford County Historical Museum was shuttered after the museum s...
