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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...
Woods County Excise Board holds routine meeting
The Woods County Excise Board held a short special meeting Wednesday morning. Chairman Joe Shirley opened the meeting with members Chris Olson and Bob Seivert present. County Clerk Shelley Reed also...
Aline man charged with witness intimidation
A man called the police about a problem with his father. Court documents show on March 13, Cherokee Police Officer Reith Claflin was notified by dispatch that Gentrye Nickel needed to do a police repo...
WCEDC discusses plans for turkey hunt, donor dinner
The Woods County Economic Development Committee (WCEDC) met Tuesday, March 12, for their regular quarterly meeting. Dr. Kay Decker, vice chair, opened the meeting with members Susan Bradford, Dr. Bo...
Woods County Commissioners take no action on three items
The Woods County Commissioners took no action on three agenda items Monday. All involved the use of ARPA funds, and the commissioners wanted more information. Chairman Randy McMurphy opened the meetin...
Mayor Kelly Parker is taking names
Alva Mayor Kelly Parker is taking names. He’s looking for names of citizens who are interested and willing to serve on the Alva City Council. At the regular meeting Monday night, two c...
Nesseralla reports on progress of synthetic turf project
"I'm getting real excited about the turf," said Courtney Nesseralla, director of Alva Parks and Recreation. "Every time I go over there, every day there's a difference." She told parks and recreation...
Stuffed animals enjoy library sleepover
The 60th Birthday Party celebrating the dedication of the current Alva Public Library Building was a success, according to Librarian Sandra Ott. She said they had to get extra cupcakes on Monday and only a dozen of the ten dozen cookies ordered for... Full story
Alva City Council approves negotiation on IT upgrade bid proposal
Special meetings of the Alva City Council and Alva Economic Development Authority (AEDA) were held last Thursday, March 7, at 4:30 p.m. Mayor Kelly Parker opened the meeting with councilmembers...
Airport Commission decides to sell second fuel truck
The Alva Airport Commission is losing patience with their fuel truck situation. In a meeting Monday night, members expressed their frustration with the long delay in getting a fuel tank mounted onto a new truck. They are also unhappy with the... Full story
Cherokee pair charged with grand larceny
When a woman living in Cherokee had to be out of town for an extended time, she depended on two people to check on her house and take care of her pets. Now those two people are facing felony charges....
Woods County Commissioners approve bridge inspections
The Woods County Commissioners approved bridge inspections and a couple of events to be held on the courthouse property. Chairman Randy McMurphy opened the meeting with Commissioners David Hamil and...
Census survey asks very detailed questions
Things have been difficult in the newspaper office the past month. Office Manager Linda Toone fractured her wrist about a month ago and has been recuperating at home. Instead of callers being greeted...
Ladybugs lose to Jones in quarterfinal
The Alva Ladybugs had a chance to play in the Big House in Oklahoma City Tuesday as they took on the Jones Lady Longhorns in Class 3A quarterfinals. The road to get there was bumpy with a loss to...
Roland ends Goldbug season at area
Last Thursday, Feb. 29, the Alva Goldbugs and Roland Rangers met in the first round of area playoffs. Roland outscored Alva 16-8 in the first quarter and continued to maintain a lead, going into...
Driven by color
David Holland's gaze is drawn to the building storm clouds in the sky while Jude Tolar looks to the beauty of the earth below. The artists see colors, both delicate and vivid. Each uses nature for...
Alva Arena Authority holds brief meeting
The public part of the Alva Arena Authority meeting Tuesday noon was brief. Mike Hood opened the meeting with Daren Slater, Melinda Barton, Darrel Kline and Todd Holder present. Jaylynn Fausnaugh kept the minutes. Minutes of the Jan. 19 special...
Doing the project correctly
“In order to do this correctly and no water coming back into our fields, this is what we have to do,” said Alva Parks and Recreation Director Courtney Nesseralla. She was speaking to the Alva Parks and Recreation Board at a special meeting held Wedne... Full story