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Scammers are targeting residents in Elk City and possibly the surrounding areas, asking them to send money through bitcoin ATMs.

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Police warn of scammers asking to send money through Bitcoin ATMs

October 2, 2024 In a recent show of support for local law enforcement, Lipscomb Chevrolet GMC, through the General Motors First Responder program, donated $2,500 to the Elk City Police Department. The donation was presented by Curtice Spencer of Lipscomb Chevrolet. This generous contribution will be used to purchase crucial equipment for Elk City police officers, including medical supplies for their vehicles and resources for School Resource Off…

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Elk City Police Receive Generous Donation from Lipscomb Chevrolet

October 2, 2024 As the 2024 election approaches, it’s essential for voters to stay informed about important deadlines to ensure their votes are counted. 
Last Day to Register to Vote: October 7, 2024, is the final day to register. Make sure your registration is up to date if you plan to participate in the election.    
Early Voting Begins: Starting on October 21, 2024, voters can cast their ballots early in person. This is a great opportunity to…

Key Dates for Texas Voters

September 30, 2024 ADA, OK – Students from Burns Flat-Dill City High School were among over 350 Oklahoma high schoolers who gathered in Ada on Monday to participate in Southern Oklahoma Student Aero Day 2024. The event kicked off at East Central University, where students had the opportunity to hear from key state legislators and aviation leaders. Senator John Haste, Chair of the Senate Aeronautics and Transportation Committee, and Representativ…

Burns Flat-Dill City High School Shines at Southern Oklahoma Student Aero Day 2024

September 30, 2024 Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) and Great Plains Regional Medical Center (GPRMC) are pleased to announce an exciting new partnership aimed at advancing healthcare education in Western Oklahoma. This partnership, signed on September 16th, 2024, by SWOSU President Dr. Diana Lovell and GPRMC CEO Corey Lively, marks the establishment of a new Surgical Technology program set to begin in Fall 2024. The signing ceremon…

SWOSU and Great Plains Regional Medical Center Partner to Launch Surgical Technology Program in Western Oklahoma

Voters not planning to cast their ballots at a polling center this November can submit an absentee ballot, but deadlines for each state are different depending on where you live.

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Here are the absentee ballot deadlines for all 50 states

September 27, 2024 The alleged driver of the semi that struck and killed a Granite man earlier this month has been formally charged in Beckham County District Court. Court records show that 53-year-old Jesus Herrera of Hialeah, Florida, was formally charged on September 17 with one count of first-degree manslaughter and one count of transporting an open container of an alcoholic beverage. Documents indicate that the late-night crash on September…

UPDATE: Driver of Fatal Accident Charged

September 27, 2024 Local authorities are warning the public of a new scam that has been circulating around in the area. Beckham County Sherriff Derek Manning says he’s been made aware of a scam where fake bills are being sent to unsuspecting residents from the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority. “They look very officials with their logos and officials seals, however the email attached to the notice is not an official state agency email.” Most bills fro…

Local Sheriff Warns of Scam

Leedey Baseball Headed to State Tournament Leedey’s fall baseball team is headed to the State Tournament after clinching victories over #4 Boswell and #5 Asher. The Bison took down Boswell 6-0 and followed that up with a 6-3 win over Asher, securing their spot in next week’s tournament. Calumet and FCB also punched their tickets to the State Tournament, while other area teams like Canute and Sentinel faced tough losses.    Elkette Softball Advan…

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Leedey Baseball Advances to State, Elkette Softball Regional Wins, and College Football Updates

October 4, 2024 SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Small nonfarm businesses in Wheeler and Collingsworth counties in Texas, along with Roger Mills and Ellis counties in Oklahoma, are now eligible to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). These loans, announced by Francisco Sánchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience, are designed to help offset economic lo…

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Now Available for Small Businesses in Local Counties

October 4, 2024 A woman was arrested near Delhi in Beckham County after allegedly breaking into a barn and barricading herself inside. According to Beckham County Sheriff Derek Manning, the woman committed the crime while her children were with her.
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Manning said the children are now safely in the custody of their father. The woman is facing burglary and child ne…

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