YUKON PROGRESS • Home of Judy Ritz • USPS 406-100 Yukon’s Best Choice for Community News & Sports $1 DOLLAR Volume: 119 | Issue: 098 Wednesday, November 25, 2020 4 Sections | 32 Pages ankful recipient Well-wishes, prayers lifesaving double transplant sur- Doctors knew Schwarz was a gery. good transplant candidate. make impact during Philip Schwarz was on kidney di- “I wasn’t one of those guys who transplant process alysis during a 46-day hospitaliza- was going to go home and sit in a tion in late 2018 after contracting chair,” he said. “I stay pretty ac- the Epstein Barr Virus. tive.” By Conrad Dudderar After 14 months on the trans- Post-surgery, Schwarz was in the Senior Staff Writer plant waiting list, the Yukon man intensive care unit only one day and A longtime Yukon businessman received a new kidney and liver on was back home in just fi ve days. Yukon’s Philip Schwarz is grateful to his many friends is off ering his sincere thanks to July 26 during a six-hour operation Schwarz is doing well in recovery and family members who off er their love and support everyone for their well wishes and at INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Cen- before, during and a er his July 26th kidney and liv- prayers before, during and after a ter in Oklahoma City. See Schwarz, Page 5A er transplant surgery. (Photo by Conrad Dudderar) Fire lane violators now face traffi c ticket Yukon police offi cers enforce new ordinance

By Conrad Dudderar Senior Staff Writer Yukon police offi cers now can issue traffi c citations to anyone parking in a fi re lane. Ordinance No. 1417 helps assure that fi re lanes “are open at all time for use by various emergency vehicles re- sponding to unforeseen emergencies.” The new city ordi- nance has amended the Yukon City Code to prohibit vehicles from stopping, stand- ing or parking “within 50 feet of a fi re lane.” Irv Wagner and his trombone bring in the holiday season at Christmas In The Park Opening Night at Chisholm John Corn Trail Park Saturday, Nov. 21. (Photo by Robert Medley) People who violate the new city law will be subject to a $35 fi ne, Yukon Police Chief John Corn said. “It is becoming a steadily growing problem,” Corn said. “A lot of it is be- cause people don’t recognize the fi re Open Season lane. They don’t understand the impor- tance it can be in the event of a fi re or had a pair to match. dark. Other runners wore Christmas- medical emergency.” Christmas in the They had red and green elf running themed outfi ts and others dressed for When the Yukon City Council ap- Park lights up Yukon outfi ts too as the crowd gathered for the chilly weather. proved the ordinance Nov. 17, it gave the Yukon Chill Your Cheeks 5K race Carli and Angela Strange warmed the police department authority to is- From Staff Reports as Christmas In The Park Opening up before the race. sue an enforcement action. hitney Moore of Night brought the holiday season to Angela Strange, in a red and green “It’s very similar to a handicapped Reydon wore green the city. Christmas top, said she did not expect parking citation,” Corn noted. earmuff s with There was a place to ice skate and to be cold while running. Mayor Shelli Selby questioned if Wbrown-tipped elf ride the train. ears. Cassie Romberg of Cheyenne The light displays were aglow at See Christmas, Page 3A See Ticket, Page 7A Masks required in juvenile detention center By Conrad Dudderar Canadian County Commission- FY 2021 at the Canadian County Senior Staff Writer ers, at their Nov. 23rd weekly meet- Children’s Justice Center, 7905 E EL RENO - A contract revision ing, approved modifying the board’s Hwy 66 in El Reno. approved this week makes wearing contract with the state Offi ce of Ju- Face masks are now mandated for masks mandatory in Canadian Coun- venile Aff airs. anyone in the detention center and ty’s juvenile detention center, and the This action has changed require- group home, CCCJC Director Mela- facility’s new director wants to make ments of an existing contract secur- it a requirement for the entire facility. ing juvenile detention services for See Masks, Page 3A 2A www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Obituary

Hannah; Jackson Hunt, and broth- body envied. She worked love she had for her chil- eral years. A celebration Newman and wife Stepha- er-in-law, Mike at Apco Oil Company for dren, grandchildren and of her life will be at 10 Today many hearts nie; Haley and Newman. many years and for the great-grandchildren was a.m., Monday November are broken at the loss of husband Evan; Gerri gradu- Yukon Methodist Church, limitless. She was an avid 30th at Yanda and Son a wife, mother, grand- Sarah; Zack; Jor- ated from North- where her and her family and voracious reader. She Funeral Home Chapel, mother, sister, and friend. dan and fiancé west Classen were very active through- loved her books and had a Yukon. The family will Geralyn Geralyn (Gerri) Diane Andrew; Noah; Newman High School out the years. She ended huge library that she was receive guests at the fu- Newman unexpectedly Carson, and in 1962 and at- her work career at Lo- very proud of. Her love neral home from 6 p.m. passed away on No- Alyson & Katie, tended Oklaho- pez Foods where she - fi of reading carried over to to 8 p.m. on Sunday, No- vember 22, 2022. She and great-grandchildren ma State University for nally retired in 2006. She several of her grandchil- vember 29th for those not was born on December Lilly, Candi and Wyatt. 2 years. She loved her was a truly independent dren. Known by many as comfortable attending the 28, 1944, to Kenneth She is also survived by Oklahoma State Pokes. woman and instilled that the “sparkly grandmoth- celebration. Masks will & Donna Hunt. She is her sisters Kaylon, Bar- She married her high in both of her children. er,” the phrase “she left a be required. survived by her loving, bara & Lindy; sister-in- school sweetheart Ken- Grammar, respect and little sparkle everywhere Online condolences devoted husband of 54 law Nora and several neth Newman on August table manners were her she went” fit her to a tee.may be signed at www. years, Kenneth Newman; nieces, nephews, cous- 12th, 1966. He was her strict code; you can ask The family would like yandafuneral.com. Ar- son Mick and wife Man- ins and friends. She was true hero and took such her children & grandchil- to give a special thanks rangements are under the dy; daughter Mindy and preceded in death by her good care of her through- dren. She was the most to Dr. Catrina Bourne for direction of Yanda & Son husband Scott; grand- parents, Kenneth and out their marriage. They loving and loyal person taking such good care of Funeral Home and Cre- children Jared and wife Donna; brother Charles were the couple every- to walk this earth. The our loving Gerri for sev- mation Services, Yukon.

tle parental super- he was inducted times past (like the $5.00 written and drawn picture to Manna Pantry in Yukon Vian vision due to their into the U.S. tip that John Kroutil would of rainbows or unicorns in memory of Mike. Mike Vian was born to dad’s death at Army, spending give for the boy pumping by Riley, Keith and Amy’s Private services were parents Lou and Cecil Vian an early age and time in Germany. gas at the Standard Station little grandgirl. And there held at the Yukon Cem- on April 27, 1937, here in mother’s nervous He told stories on Main. The boys would would be the fond com- etery. Online condolences Yukon, this small town breakdown, there of driving mili- run to see who got to serve pany of Jacey and Jacob, may be signed at www. of about 2,500 people. wasn’t much they Mike Vian tary vehicles on him). They talked about Keith and Amy’s kids. yandafuneral.com. Ar- He was baptized into the didn’t try or do. the Autobahn. his love for sports, didn’t He will be missed. May rangements are under the Catholic faith at St. Johns They certainly kept the law When his time was up, he matter the game, the team, his soul rest in peace. In direction of Yanda & Son as an infant. Jack was an enforcement on their toes. returned to Yukon and was the gender – the top 25 of lieu of flowers, the family Funeral Home and Crema- older brother, and then in Mike attended Yukon employed at Jackie Cooper any sport. They talked suggests making a donation tion Services, Yukon. 1939, a baby brother, Gene, Schools, first throughOldsmobile. about his love of airplanes, graced the family. As these twelfth grades, graduating The majority of his em- fast cars, and Harley Da- three boys grew in age and with a class of 50 students. ployment time was at the vidsons. And Mike was strength, and with very lit- Five years after graduation, Yukon National Bank, very appreciative of the Legendary TV serving as office suppliesservice rendered to them manager. He truly enjoyed by the waitresses. His gen- outdoorsman dies this job and the people erous heart would always whom he served, making remember to tip very well. From Staff Reports very good friends along the In one case, he heard of a Don Wallace, an Oklahoma outdoorsman, TV per- way. He had an unending waitress’ need for a car, so sonality and radio disc jockey who lived in Yukon, appreciation and deep re- he gave her one, no thanks died Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the age of 90. spect for his very special expected. Mike was al- Services for Wallace will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, friend, Kay Wright. They ways aware of weather, Nov. 25 at New Hope Methodist Church, 11600 N. were so good to each other. here and afar, in Colorado Council Road. Wallace hosted outdoor television He carried their friendship where his niece, Mindi and shows in Oklahoma from the mid-1960s through the with him always. Christian live in particular. 1980s. He was the host of “Wallace Wildlife Show,” His time spent with his He and Mindi would share Wallace began his career at WKY in Oklahoma nephew Keith and wife good phone conversations. City in 1958. He began hosting the “Wallace Wild- Amy was also very special At family dinners at life Show” in 1965. Wallace was a disc jockey who to him. They would spend Ken and Irene McAli- worked at radio stations in Bartlesville and Tulsa, Sunday morning breakfasts ster’s, Mike would usually who was one of the first disc jockeys to play rock ‘n’ together, hearing stories of receive a beautiful, hand- roll on Tulsa stations. Wednesday, November 25, 2020 www.YUKONPROGRESS.com 3A

Work starts on first ‘Creative Crosswalk’ Project promotes Main Street connectivity, local heritage

By Conrad Dudderar Senior Staff Writer Work is underway on Yukon’s first “Creative Crosswalk.” Construction is underway on Yukon’s first “Creative Crosswalk,” which is being installed on S 5th Street between Main Street and Elm. The unique crosswalk - which celebrates Yukon’s cultural heritage - will connect a public parking lot behind Yukon City Hall to downtown An effort of Yukon’s Main Street businesses. Crosswalk panels will feature Route 66, the Yukon Millers, Garth Brooks, Yukon’s Queen of the West Flour, Dale Best Main Street, the Robertson, Czech heritage, Mabel C. Fry, and the Chisholm Trail. (Photo by Conrad Dudderar) project is designed to help beautify downtown while promoting cultural heri- Street board, was created comes a factor. The Creative Cross- sought creative ways to “The Yukon 66 Main tage and the connectivity by Yukon artist Carlos Yukon Main Street’s walk project is part of on- connect with the free Street Association has of Yukon’s historic down- Barboza and celebrates Design Point commit- going efforts to revitalize parking behind city -officcreated a beautification town. Yukon’s cultural heritage. tee, chaired by Stephanie and enhance Yukon’s his- es to allow people to cross fund through which dona- The 36-foot by 8-foot Crosswalk panels will Hale, is spearheading the toric Main Street district. S. 5th Street and walk tions have been received Creative Crosswalk is feature Route 66, the effort. The committee will The 5th Street cross- down the street to shop. to cover about half the being installed on S. 5th Yukon Millers, Garth work with city officials walk begins a comprehen- Creative crosswalks are cost of the 5th Street Cre- Street between Main Brooks, Yukon’s Queen and the traffic commis- sive effort to improve the a growing trend through- ative Crosswalk.” Street and Elm. of the West Flour, Dale sion on the crosswalk net- “walkability” of Yukon’s out downtown districts The association has This unique crosswalk Robertson, Czech heri- work plan, to place future downtown, connecting where public art meets committed to paying the “will be an accessible tage, Mabel C. Fry, and crosswalks in strategic lo- businesses to surrounding safety enhancement, Da- remaining balance of this linkage between the pub- the Chisholm Trail. There cations. neighborhoods and off- vis noted. first crosswalk, while lic parking lot behind Yu- will be an eight-inch re- “We are so appreciative street parking areas. Estimated cost of this hoping to inspire the com- kon City Hall for people flective white striping onof the city council and “And it does so in a first crosswalk is at leastmunity to get involved. to cross over and get to both sides. city departments’ guid- very creative manner that $4,000. Tax-deductible dona- our downtown business- Contractors started ance and support of this contributes to our grow- “This is a public-pri- tions are welcome. For es,” Yukon Main Street work Nov. 19 on curb project,” Davis said. “We ing public collections,” vate partnership with the more information, call the Director Vicki Davis said. cuts for the crosswalk. are proud to showcase Davis noted. City of Yukon and our Yukon Main Street office “This is the first in After the concrete cures, Yukon Main Street and Yukon’s Main Street organization,” she said. at (405) 350-5999. what we hope becomes a installation of the artwork our downtown district as director described this as network of creative cross- should start the Monday a trend-setter for creative “functional public art.” walks.” after the Thanksgiving crosswalks.” With parking issues in The 5th Street Creative holiday weekend. That is the 400 and 500 blocks Crosswalk’s design, ap- expected to take about a ‘FUNCTIONAL of W Main, Main Street proved by Yukon’s Main week, more if weather be- PUBLIC ART’ board members have Sunny, warm day for turkey From Staff Reports Friday, there is a 20% chance of the rain chance returns overnight The Thanksgiving Day weather showers in the afternoon. The high with a low about 33 degrees. forecast for Canadian County on will be near 54 degrees. Sunday will be sunny and 55 de- Carli and Angela Strange, both of Yukon, get ready Thursday calls for sunny skies and a Friday night will bring a 20% grees. to run in the 5K Chill Your Cheeks at Christmas in high temperature of 64 degrees, the chance of showers and an overnight El Reno has had 30.38 inches of The Park Opening Night Saturday, Nov. 21 at Ch- isholm Trail Park. (Photo by Robert Medley) National Weather Service reports. low of 32. rain this year and had 42.70 inches Thursday night will be mostly After morning skies clear, a sun- last year. Yukon had 47.22 inches of clear with a low of 38 degrees. ny day Saturday with a high of 52, rain in 2019. Christmas Masks From Page 1A She didn’t know what here time might be, but county buildings. Howev- detention center. Nov. 23rd meeting, Cana- From Page 1A hoped to get through the run. er, they’ve allowed other Juvenile officials are dian County Commission- Romberg did not have any high expectations and nie Johnson told commis- elected county officials tolooking to “expand the ers: when asked how fast she could finish the race said, sioners. establish mask policies for possible use of the facil- • Awarded at bid to “I don’t, not as quick as I used to.” “I have asked for it to staff and visitors in their ity that’s not fully being Redwood Toxicology to Irv Wagner and his band played at the Kringle be required throughout the individual offices. used,” the director ex- provide drug testing kits Karnival. Dr. Wagner, bandleader, played trombone whole facility,” said John- “The decision on how to plained. for the children’s justice along with Ben Jorge, Conner Cowan, and Matthew son, who because director protect the employees and “We have a meeting set center. Gregg who brought in the holiday season with clas- in late August. the people who receive the with OJA to discuss it,” • Approved advertising sic tunes The Mascot Dash, however, was canceled Canadian County has services from the different she said. for bids for Dodge Char- this year. had a steady increase in departments ought to be in Johnson, who was cho- ger vehicles for the county confirmed COVID-19 cas- the control of the depart- sen this summer as the sheriff’s office. es in the past few weeks. ment that’s providing the new CCCJC director from • Received a weekly There had been 6,313 cas- service,” District 2 County nearly 180 applicants, pre- county jail report showing es with 5,057 recoveries Commissioner David An- viously was an administra- 195 inmates in custody, an and 27 deaths in Canadian derson said. tor at a behavioral health increase of six over last County as of Nov. 23, ac- “To stay with the same hospital and a statewide week. The total includes cording to state health de- pattern of decision-making foster care agency. 176 inmates in-house and partment data. precedence we have set, I In other business at their 19 out-of-county. think we allow that.” MASK MANDATE Meanwhile, Johnson NOT COUNTYWIDE told commissioners the Canadian County Com- CCCJC will explore estab- missioners have not enact- lishing a 24-hour crisis in- ed a mask mandate for all tervention program in the 4A www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Commentary

OPINION Canadian County, state hospital offi cials urge COVID-19 safety

Editor’s note: The following statement is made on behalf of chief medical offi cers and chief clini- cal offi cers of Oklahoma hospitals and hospital systems who are members of the Oklahoma Hos- pital Association. This editorial is signed by Dr. Gregory Root, Chief Medical Offi cer INTEGRIS Canadian Valley Hospital, Yukon, and 29 other state hospital chief medical offi cers who are mem- bers of the association.

As the physician leaders of hospitals and health care systems across the state of Oklahoma, we have an important safety message regarding CO- VID-19. COVID-19 positive cases and hospitalizations have soared over the past several weeks, national- ly and in Oklahoma. As the front-line profession- als in this battle, we urge every Oklahoma resi- dent to take the necessary steps now to prevent the spread of his deadly disease. This is not a political statement. We are doctors urging those we care for across the state to take action now. Our hospitals will continue to require staff , pa- tients and visitors to follow the strictest public safety protocols, including mask-wearing, screen- Don Wallace Remembered ing upon entry to our facilities, and limitation of visitors. Editor’s note: Don about a particular show named after him. I might We ask that each and every Oklahoman do the Wallace, of Yukon, a he did. just have to create a fish public version of these precautions: wear a mask, legendary outdoorsman Don still recruits the fry mix with his picture stay at least 6 feet apart, avoid crowds, and wash and broadcaster, died at “ senior citizens to ac- on the box! Wallace created re- your hands frequently. age 90. Here is a column ality television years company him to Mex- If you want to make Since the fi rst positive COVID-19 case in from Yukon Progress ico and Canadian fish- your day better, find March, Oklahoma has seen a spike in positive cas- Publisher Randy K. An- ago and provided a ing excursions and the the YouTube interview es after every major holiday. Subsequently, hospi- derson that ran in 2019. positive influence word is that he is always of Don Wallace and talizations, and unfortunately, deaths follow. We on the lives of so booked-up! I wish my watch it. It will really have seen this trend even during summer months When I was a kid, my many families. Grandpa was still alive take you back about 40 while the public enjoys outdoor spaces. As we brother Mike and cousin so I could send him and years and remind you move indoors in the colder months, enter cold and Scott couldn’t wait for Mike to fish with Don. of a time when families fl u season, and as the holiday season approaches, our grandpa to get home That trip would be the sat together around the we beg that Oklahomans follow these precaution- from work on Friday ” biggest adventure of my television and were en- ary steps to stem community spread. nights, and let us help grandpa’s life! tertained by the excite- The decision to urge these safety measures is him pack his and grand- night at grandma and We are preparing to ment of catching big old driven by data and guidance from health care ex- ma’s pickup camper grandpa’s house and interview Don for a catfish! perts, not politics. with all our fishing and Mike and Scott were do- summer feature article Oh and by the way, in According to the Oklahoma State Department camping gear. ing their interview about for the Progress. my book, Yukon’s Don of Health, since Aug. 1, cities whose residents are For many years, we the recent trip to Ard- I told our sports re- Wallace created real- wearing masks saw a 34% rise in cases, compared grew up riding in the more Mountain Lake. porter Trey to call Mr. ity television years ago to a 109% increase in cities where residents aren’t back of that old pickup Mike was about Wallace and really go and provided a positive wearing masks. (sheltered by the camper 7-years-old and had an back into the archives influence on the lives of Also, Oklahomans who have COVID-19 and shell) heading south out old hammer he was us- for a story on him that so many families who need hospital care are twice as likely to live in of Newcastle toward Ar- ing as the microphone. will touch all the people gathered in front of the non-masking cities. As reported by MyHealth Ac- dmore Mountain Lake. I remember him saying, who watched him catch television every Tues- cess Network on Nov. 12, 32% of hospital admis- Some of my fondest “We are here with Don all those fish for all day night. I think Don is sions come from masking cities while 68% of hos- memories of childhood Wallace talking with him those years. I am sure he why Luke Bryan sings, pital admissions come from non-masking cities. included the many camp- about fishing.” He then has photos and videos he “Hunting and Fishing The only tools at our disposal now are wearing ing and fishing trips held the hammer over could share with us that and Lovin’ everyday!” a mask, keeping a safe distance and washing our in southern Oklahoma near Scott and asked him include many folks from Thanks so much for hands, and we must do all three to make an impact. spent with my family at what they were fishing Yukon. reading. I will see you These measures will prevent another cata- our campsite near the for, and to my amuse- I believe those of us next Saturday. Would strophic surge in hospital admissions and CO- old dam that was built in ment, Scott (Don Wal- who were touched by you like a Progress? VID-19 deaths, but we need every Oklahoman’s 1921. lace) replied, “Fish!” him back in the 70’s feel help and compliance. After my youngest Mike continued to like it is time to either Yukon Progress Pub- Please help get COVID-19 under control by brother Russell was born interview Scott (Don put his name on the wa- lisher Randy K. Ander- doing what you can to prevent more illness and in 1974 and began fol- Wallace) about what ter tower, name a street son can be reached at hospitalization. Support our dedicated and coura- lowing us around, we lake they were at and after him or to open randyk.anderson@sbc- geous health care staff as they continue the fi ght started including him as how many fish they had a Czech Day fish and global.net or (405) 517- against COVID-19 for those patients who have the a part of our Tuesday caught. I just listened hush puppies food truck 5168. misfortune of becoming ill during the pandemic. night rituals of sitting to my younger relatives Together we can get this dangerous virus under around the television and have always remem- Published with the Entrepreneurial Spirit of John F. Kroutil control in Oklahoma with grandpa and watch- bered how that Tuesday and the hard work ethic of “Grandpa” Jack Ross. This editorial is signed by Dr. Gregory Root, ing the Wallace Wildlife night fishing show im- Yukon Chief Medical Offi cer INTEGRIS Canadian Val- Show on Channel 4. We pacted us in a positive ley Hospital, Yukon, and 29 other state hospital were all fascinated with way. how Don would tell the Most of you who read ROGRESS chief medical offi cers of the Oklahoma Hospital PYukon’s Best Choice for Community News & Sports Association. story and show record- my column know that Successor to the Okarche Chie ain ings of his trips to such Don Wallace lives right Randy K. Anderson, Publisher/Advertising Sales ...... [email protected] Letters to the editor policy fascinating places as here in Yukon. Mike told Robert Medley, Managing Editor ...... [email protected] The Yukon Progress encourages and welcomes let- Port Aransas or Lake me he saw him at the Conrad Dudderar, Senior Staff Writer ...... [email protected] ters from readers on any issue. Chuck Reherman, Sports Editor ...... [email protected] Texhoma. Oklahoma City Tackle Aubrey Patton, Production/Digital Media ...... [email protected] We will usually print about valid issues and candi- Those destinations show not too long ago Harmony Patton, Production/Digital Media ...... [email protected] dates for elective offi ce, but the deadline for negative seemed so far away to us and asked him for his Jeremy Pyle, Circulation Manager ...... [email protected] letters about valid issues and candidates is three full Becky Pearce, Legals ...... [email protected] little boys and we were autograph. Mike said Melissa Griffin, Receptionist ...... [email protected] weeks prior to the election date. This allows a fair always amazed at some he was so honored to chance for a response. of the huge stripers and have met his childhood SUBSCRIPTIONS In Canadian and Oklahoma Counties: ...... $49 (per year) When we receive a large number of letters for one catfish that Don and his idol and to have had the or both sides of an issue or candidate, the Progress friends would always honor and privilege to Newsstand Price: ...... $1 (per copy) may use only a representative letter. In some cases catch and get in the boat. introduce his son Zach NO REFUNDS, NO EXCEPTIONS the newspaper may not publish any of these letters, As children, I can to him. Mailing Address: ...... P.O. Box 850449 but may develop a pro-con comparative analysis us- remember using our Don has a clip on Yukon, OK. 73085 Office Address ...... 508 W. Vandament Ave. ing the prevailing or unique thoughts derived from imaginations, and actu- YouTube where he hum- Suite 310, Yukon, OK 73099 these letters. ally playing the Wallace bly describes how his Phone Number: (405) 577-6208 Fax: (405) 265-2931 The name of a letter’s author can be withheld on Wildlife Show. Mike life has been so fulfilling DEADLINES request, but authors must identify themselves to us would be the announcer, since he has been able to For consideration for the next issue, news items and advertisments should be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday prior to the Wednesday publication and 5:00 p.m. Tuesday prior to the in making the request. All authors should include a Scott would be Don Wal- do what he loves for a Saturday publication. Classified AD deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Monday prior to the phone number for verifi cation purposes. lace and I would some- living. He is now 89 or Wednesday publication and 5:00 p.m. Wednesday prior to the Saturday publication. Yukon Progress (USPS 406-100) is published bi-weekly by We reserve the right to edit any letter published for times direct the show 90 years old and he is to Yukon Progress Publishing Company, LLC. any reason, including size, good taste or potentially since I was the oldest. my family in the same 508 W. Vandament, Suite 310, Yukon, OK. 73099 PERIODICALS postage paid at Yukon, OK 73085 libelous content. One day, I walked realm as Roger Staubach POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: Letters can be dropped off at our offi ce, faxed to us back into the middle or Tom Landry. We often Yukon Progress· P.O. Box 850449, Yukon, OK. 73085 at 405-265-2931, mailed to The Yukon Progress, 508 bedroom where we had talk about him when we W. Vandament, Suite 310, Yukon, OK 73099 or you all our toys and slept go fishing together and can send an email to: [email protected] whenever we stayed the all have a different story Entire Contents Copyright© 2020 Wednesday, November 25, 2020 www.YUKONPROGRESS.com 5A

INSURANCE MATTERS FINANCIAL FOCUS It is the season of giving thanks Ideas for thanking your family

In 2020, it’s more important than ever to look at our lives It’s almost Thanksgiving. And although 2020 may have been a dif- and find things we are thankful for. ficult year for you, as it has been for many people, you can probably The month of November brings so many things to mind: still find things for which you can be thankful – such as your family. the leaves changing colors, bedlam football, feasts with fam- How can you show your appreciation for your loved ones? ily and black Friday shopping deals. For me, November repre- Here are a few suggestions: sents a time to give thanks. Invest in your children’s future. If you have young children – or It’s a time of reflection. It’s a great time to look back at the David McKinney even grandchildren – one of the greatest gifts you can give them is Bill Martin year and think of all the things I am thankful for. This year has the gift of education. You may want to consider contributing to a been harder than most, but we are still so blessed. Here are higher education funding vehicle. just a few things I’m thankful for: Be generous. Do you have older children, just starting out in life? • I’m thankful for our growing community that has eyes towards the future, If so, they could well use a financial gift to help pay off student loans, buy a car or even but still maintains roots in its storied past. We’ve come so far in the past 20 make a down payment on a home. You can give up to $15,000 per year, per recipient, years and can’t wait to see what the future holds. without incurring gift taxes. Of course, you don’t have to give cash – you might want to • I’m thankful for the people of Oklahoma. Hard working, humble and car- consider presenting your children with shares of stock in companies they like. ing. We disagree about politics, religion, sports, but one thing that will always Review your insurance coverage. If you weren’t around, it would leave some gaping bind us together. We are OKIES. holes – financial and otherwise – in the lives of your family members. That’s why it’s es- • I’m thankful for our local school systems. Always ranking towards the sential you maintain adequate life insurance. Your employer might offer a group plan, top of the state, no matter the grading scale. With online schooling, blended but it may not be sufficient to meet your needs. schedules, social distancing, the school districts have done their very best in Preserve your financial independence. When your children are young, you take care unprecedented times. of them. But you certainly don’t want them to have to do the same for you – so it’s es- • I’m thankful for our police and fire departments. They play such a vital role sential you maintain your financial independence throughout your life. You can do this in making our community one of the safest places to live in all of Oklahoma. in at least a couple of ways. First, consider investing regularly in your 401(k), IRA and Putting their lives on the line each day to protect ours. other retirement accounts. • I’m thankful for local businesses. As our community grows, and expands, The greater your resources during your retirement years, the less you may ever need it’s the locally owned business that is still our life blood. This year has been a to count on your family. And second, you may want to protect yourself from the devas- struggle, but the local business will be stronger for it in the future. tating costs of long-term care, such as an extended nursing home stay. A financial pro- • I’m thankful for our loyal clients. fessional can suggest a strategy to help you cope with these expenses. Create an estate It’s because of their loyalty that our agency has been around 61 years, and plan. To leave a legacy to your family, you don’t have to be wealthy – but you do need a hopefully 61 more. comprehensive estate plan. • I’m thankful for our agency and the employees that make it so successful. You’ll have to think through a lot of questions, such as: Have I named beneficiaries Founded on integrity and hard work, our agency has been an industry leader in for all my assets? How much do I want to leave to each person? Do I need to go beyond the community since 1959. We’ve seen economic boom, and busts. Through it a simple will to establish an arrangement such as a living trust? For help in answering all, our agency has persevered by realizing our customers and our community all these issues, you’ll want to work with an attorney. By making these moves, you can comes first. show your loved ones, in a tangible way, how much you value them – and that can help This November, I challenge you to take a moment and examine all the things you keep the spirit of Thanksgiving alive all year long. in your life you have to be thankful for. Wesco Insurance Agency would like to thank you. We truly are thankful for This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial YOU! Advisor. Bill Martin’s office is located at 420 E. Main Street, Suite A, Yukon, OK. Man faces prison for child rape, lewd acts Felony charge filed in county district court in incident just east of Yukon

By Conrad Dudderar in the 9000 block of N.W. Senior Staff Writer 10th in far eastern Cana- A man could spend a dian County, according to long time in prison after court documents. being charged with sexu- Vasquez was booked ally assaulting a at 4:43 p.m. Oct. child at a home 22 into the Cana- just east of Yu- dian County Jail kon. in El Reno after Cody Vasquez, Oklahoma City 23, faces charges Police investigat- of first-degree ed the reported Cody Vasquez rape and lewd/ crimes. The Ca- indecent acts to nadian County child under 16 in Canadi- District Attorney’s Office, an County District Court. represented by Assistant The crime allegedly DA Eric Epplin, formally occurred in October at a mobile home community See Vasquez, Page 7A Schwarz From Page 1A Ready Mix, 1400 S Holly, where Schwarz has been as he gradually regains his president since 1976 af- stamina. He recently start- ter his father Pete turned ed golfing again and plans over the business to him to get back exercising. in 1972. The care shown by his The well-respected many friends and family concrete paving company, has made a huge impact which now has 250 em- during the transplant pro- ployees, will celebrate 75 cess. years in 2023. “My doctors are so “We’ve grown quite a proud that everything isbit,” he said. “We bought going so well,” Schwarz the company back in 2013 said. from the people we sold it “I truly appreciate ev- to. eryone’s words of en- “Since then, we’ve couragement, cards and doubled the number of prayers. The love and - supemployees. We just kept port I received really keptgetting the business back me going through this that they lost, which I two-year ordeal.” think was a pretty good An Oklahoma Blood accomplishment.” Institute (OBI) blood Schwarz has lived in drive in Schwarz’s name,Yukon since 1976, mov- hosted by Rush Peterbilt, ing here from El Reno provided the units needed when his family business for the many blood trans- incorporated. fusions needed during his “When I moved here, surgery. I could see it was a good The Yukon transplant move,” he said. “I met my recipient offered special wife here.” thanks to the medical team He and wife Ginny have at INTEGRIS Health’s been married 44 years and Nazih Zuhdi Transplanthave three sons, John (a Institute for their exper- psychologist); and Keith tise and care. and Doug, who work for Schwarz Ready Mix. BACK TO NORMAL Schwarz is a member of Life is nearly back to St. John Nepomuk Catho - normal for Schwarz, who lic Church in Yukon. returned to his office in An Okarche native, he late August after the trans- graduated in 1969 with plant operation. the 33-member Okarche That office is Schwarz High School. 6A www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

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County’s hazard mitigation plan due update Leaders to meet Faith Ave. Director Andrew Skid- risks.” gibility for FEMA’s Haz- Dec. 3 at El Reno L.E. Marshall Consult- more said. As part of this process, ard Mitigation Assistance ing, LLC and Canadian Canadian County’s Canadian County’s emer- grant programs. Public Safety Center Mitigation“ is not how we County Emergency Man- hazard mitigation plan gency manager is seeking In a related item, Cana- respond to emergencies agement - along with lo-reduces the potential loss feedback from members dian County Emergency like floods, tornadoes By Conrad Dudderar cal jurisdictions in Cana-from natural hazards. of each jurisdiction in-Management has accept- and wildfires, but rather Senior Staff Writer dian County - are joiningSkidmore called it a “liv- volved in the plan’s up-ed a $2,500 donation from how we as a community EL RENO - To help forces on a year-long proj-ing document” that must date. an oilfi eld company. might lessen or even Canadian County com- ect to review, update and be updated to remain Maintaining a Federal The gift was announced prevent the impact of munities reduce - or even adopt this multi-jurisdic- a “useful tool and re- Emergency Management during the Nov. 23 Cana- such incidents to occur. avoid - natural hazards tional hazard mitigation source.” Agency (FEMA)-ap- dian County Commis- while remaining eligible plan. — Andrew Skidmore proved hazard mitigation sioners’ meeting. “Mitigation is not how FEEDBACK for federal grants, munici- County Emergency Manager plan ensures each com- Denver, Colo.-based pal and school leaders are we respond to emergen- ENCOURAGED munity’s continued eligi- Camino Resources LLC strongly encouraged to cies like fl oods, tornadoes In a letter to city, school bility for non-emergency, has “become a partner help update the county’s and wildfi res, but rather and county offi cials, Skid- federal hazard mitigation with us,” Skidmore told hazard mitigation plan. how we as a community more said the mitigation ” grants. commissioners. They’re also invited to might lessen or even pre- planning process “in- The Federal Disaster Canadian County’s attend an in-person meet- vent the impact of such volves identifying and the vulnerability to these Mitigation Act of 2000emergency manager said ing set 1 p.m. Thursday, incidents before they oc- profi ling the natural hazards, haz- and establish- requires Canadian County Camino’s donation was Dec. 3 at the El Reno Pub-cur,” Canadian County ards most likely to occur ing goals and actions that to update the plan every “a way of saying ‘thank lic Safety Center, 2707 Emergency Management in a community, assessing mitigate the associated fi ve years to maintain eli-you’.” Ticket From Page 1A cording to city code: • Within 20 feet of a diately opposite the ends side of a street opposite • On the roadway side • On a sidewalk. crosswalk at an intersec- of a safety zone, unless the entrance to any fi re of any vehicle stopped or there was a need to pass • In front of a public or tion. the city indicates a dif- station, within 75 feet parked at the edge or curb a new law to keep people private driveway. • Within 30 feet upon ferent length by signs or of such entrance, when of a street. from parking in a fi re • Within an intersec- the approaching to any markings. properly marked by a • Upon any bridge or lane. tion. fl ashing beacon, stop sign • Within 50 feet of the posted sign. other elevated structure “Won’t people do it be- • Within 15 feet of a or traffi c control signal.nearest rail of a railroad • Alongside or oppo- upon a highway or within cause it’s the right thing fi re hydrant, except in a • Between a safety crossing. site any street excavation a highway underpass. to do?” Selby asked. parking space offi cially zone and the adjacent • Within 20 feet of the or obstruction when stop- • At any place where Chief Corn quickly re- marked. curb or within 30 feet drivewayof entrance to any ping, standing or parking offi cial signs prohibit plied, “Unfortunately, no, • On a crosswalk. points on the curb imme-fi re station and, on the would obstruct traffi c. stopping. they don’t.”

NOW PART OF YUKON LAW Vasquez Before this new ordi- nance was adopted, Yu- From Page 1A kon city inspectors could charged him Nov. 4. write citations for fi re At Vasquez’s initial court arraignment that day, lane violations under the Canadian County Special Judge Khristan Strubhar building code. set bond at $50,000 on two felony counts. “It was a standard, not The defendant raped an underage female and a law,” Corn explained. knowingly and intentionally touched the victim’s “The city attorney (Gary private parts “with his hands and mouth in a lewd Miller) did a great job and lascivious manner,” court records indicate. putting this ordinance If convicted, Vasquez faces not less than fi ve years language together – in- in prison for the fi rst-degree rape and 3-20 years in cluding the penalty.” prison for the lewd/indecent acts. Fire lanes are marked A preliminary hearing conference was Nov. 30 be- so only emergency vehi- fore Judge Strubhar. cles can park there. “It’s been something that’s been discussed for several years now,” Yu- kon’s police chief said. “Now by putting it in our municipal ordinance lan- guage, it gives us an area to enforce under our traf- fi c law.” There are 14 other places where parking is prohibited in Yukon, ac- 8A www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Willingham signs PROGRESS with Texas Tech, SPORTS Page 2B Wednesday, November 25, 2020 1B Waurika ends Patriots’ season By Chuck Reherman The Eagles opened a 28-6 I was proud of them for that,” found themselves in a 52-16 two and we could have gotten Sports Editor early second quarter lead after he said. “We got our ourselves hole. closer. But, that’s why you play WAURIKA - Speed and turn- three of the Patriot turnovers. back into the game and gave But, the Patriots didn’t give the game. overs. From there, SWCS could only ourselves a chance, we just up at that point, scoring three “It was strange with all our It’s two things that can put a get within 16 points. couldn’t stop them. Their quar- unanswered touchdowns to turnovers, we fumble the all just team in a deep hole quickly. “You can’t turn the ball over terback was just took quick and make it 52-36 with 6:51 left one time all season and then we It is what happened to South- six times and expect to win,” they had some other good play- in the game going against an lose four of them tonight,” he west Covenant Friday night in SWCS head coach Trey Cloud ers on both sides of the ball.” Eagle team that had turned the added. ‘What do you do? We the second round of the Class B said. “They are too good of a The Patriots found them- ball over twice in the second worked all week on defense Playoffs. team to give them any extra selves down 44-16 at the half half and playing with a hobbled and getting stops. We know (de- Waurika took advantage of possessions. We did in that firstand when Waurika quarterback quarterback. fense) was not our strong point, six Patriot turnovers and had quarter and they took advantage Kevin Garcia broke a 55-yard “I admire the kids for hang- they have fast kids and we gave too much speed on offense ofin it. touchdown run on the second ing in there and not giving up,” posting a 58-36 win at Waurika. “Our guys never quit though, play of the third quarter, SWCS Cloud said. “Another break or See Playoffs, Page 6B Hoop Millers return to court, open on Dec. 8

By Chuck Reherman coach Kevin Ritter did Sports Editor have in this week’s work- After more than a week outs will be a full team. off the court, Yukon’s Half of the team was still Miller basketball team in football, but after the this week to restart the team lost in the first round pre-season. of the playoffs, those The Millers have not players have been allowed been able to practice on to join the team. the court since Nov. 13, “We have everyone when Canadian County back but one right now was flagged in the redand for we will get him in a COVID-19. couple of weeks,” Ritter The team got back on said. “We did get to start the court Monday and will back on Saturday, trying have two weeks to pre- to get every practice in pare for their new season we could since we were opener on Dec. 8, host- the only ones that weren’t ing Moore. YHS had their practicing in the (COAC) original season opener conference for about four with Mustang postponed days. We are trying to get as well as their second as much in as we can. game with Edmond Deer “It can’t help being off Creek. those days, but it was the YHS tentatively is re- hand we were dealt so scheduled to play Deer we will go with what we Kyler Beshears is upended by Waurika’s Kevin Garcia as he scrambles for a first down in the second Creek on Dec. 18 and can do,” Ritter said. “It round of the class B playoffs. Waurika handed the Patriots a 58-36 loss to end SWCS’ season. (Photo Mustang on Jan. 26. by Chuck Reherman) One thing YHS head See Millers, Page 5B Hoop Millerettes return to court, open on Dec. 5

By Chuck Reherman season against the Okla- as we were off they did- re Sports Editor homa City Storm and ally well. A little fatigued After three weeks then had to quarantine af- but overall I think they off the court,ter oneYukon’s of the Storm play- handled the long layoff Millerette basketball team ers tested positive. And, pretty good. returns to workouts this when Yukon went back “It obviously is not ide- week to prepare for the to virtual learning due to al being off all that time upcoming season. Canadian County being during the pre-season,” YHS has had their first listed in the red for CO- he said. “The good thing three games of the year VID-19, the team had an is we are healthy. Mainly postponed and will of- extra week off. we trying to create good ficially open the seasonBut, despite being off habits, so anytime we on Dec. 5 with a game at all that time, head coach have that much time off Lawton High. Roy Wyckoff said he his we will go back to some The Millerettes did get team did look good in of our bad habits. But to practice on Saturday their first practices back. right now, I am thankful and had three workouts “We were off from Oct.we are healthy and able this week since being on 31 until Nov. 21 (we prac- to practice. Just trying to Lydia Laverty and Gabby Douglas doubleteam an OKC Storm player dur- quarantine. YHS had their ticed Saturday as well),” ing a scrimmage. Yukon returns to the court this week a„er being off for only scrimmage of the Wyckoff said. For as long See Millerettes, Page 5B nearly a month due to COVID-19 concerns. (Photo by Chuck Reherman) 2B www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Willingham signs with Texas Tech Jaycee Willingham will her radar for some time take her soccer talents to and she looks to step in West Texas to continue her right away. career at the next level. “I had a lot of interest in Willingham signed a Tech before I committed,” D-I letter of intent to play Willingham said. soccer at Texas Tech Uni- “I will be playing cen- versity in Lubbock. ter back and that is also The senior currently my current position on my plays for the Oklahoma club team. Energy Football Club “The goal is to go in Academy team. She was and earn my spot as fast one of eight on the 02-03 as I can. Everyone already girls team to sign letters there is amazing so it’s not and will play against some going to be easy to find a of them in Big 12 play. spot, but I’m always up for Texas Tech had been on a good challenge.”

Jaycee Willingham signs a D-I letter-of-intent to play soccer at Texas Tech University. Her fam- ily watches the signing. Willingham currently plays for OEFC Academy team (Submitted Photo)

Pittsburg Bound Kyla Davis signs a NCAA Division II letter of intent for track at Pittsburg State University in Pitts- burg, KS. Watching her sign are, from le: brother Austin, Kyla Davis and her parents Jason and Stephanie. In the back is YHS head coach Rodney Zimmerman. Davis, aer missing her senior year, will be aiming for a second gold medal this spring in the pole vault. She holds the class 6A state meet record as well as the high school record and will be looking to take aim at this spring at the state record. (Submitted Photo) Wednesday, November 25, 2020 www.YUKONPROGRESS.com 3B

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From Page 1B they came back it wasn’t rust, but I was pleased like they hadn’t done any- overall. focus on staying ready thing for three weeks. They “We still have some regardless of what hap- got fatigued a little quicker. things we wanted to put in pens. “But, overall, I was over that time, so we will YHS did have their pleased with how they put those in a little later season opener on Nov. came back,” he said. “Wethan we wanted. We didn’t 20 postponed with Okla- are all healthy. Any time have to start all over and homa City Northwest Clas- you have 21 days off thereoverall they did a good sen. And, the Dec. 1 homeis still going to be a littlejob.” opener with Mustang and a Dec. 4 away game with Edmond Deer Creek were also postponed. Wyckoff said the Deer Creek game is tentatively set for Dec. 11 at Deer Creek. The Mustang game is also tentatively set for Jan. 26 and the Northwest Classen game will also be rescheduled in January, but no date has been set. The Millerettes first home game will now be Dec. 8 with Moore at 6 p.m. The team’s first days have been productive and Wyckoff said the team held Zoom workouts and play- ers worked out on their own to stay in shape. “You can tell they had been working out on theirSydney Brown passes the ball on the baseline own and the Zoom work- around the defense of Emily Islas during a recent Nariyah Parks defends an OKC Storm player during a recent scrimmage. outs every day helped,” scrimmage with the OKC Storm. (Photo by Chuck The Millerettes , a
er three weeks off the court, returned to practice and Wyckoff said. “So when Reherman) aims to open the season Dec. 5 at Lawton. (Photo by Chuck Reherman) Millers

From Page 1B “We have had requests forsaid. “We have had a lot scrimmages, but we are of mental busts in prac- doesn’t help losing five not allowed to scrimmage tice, but that is expected. or six practices when you right now, but that is how Any you add eight more are trying to teach a whole it goes,” Ritter said. “It guys what they are doing. new offense, but we are will make that first game It is mental right now, but trying to catch up now very difficult, it is what it we will get there, when and we will see what we is. We will take it an go we get there I don’t know can do. play. It is not the normal yet, but we will get there.” “We (YHS Millerette setup of getting to work- The Millers will have coach Roy Wyckoff anding the kinks out before only three games in the Ritter) requested that a game, but we will jump December and Ritter said we postponed those off first the bus, go play andhe was okay with that and two games, becausesee what happens. will give the team more we couldn’t practice. It “We lost a lot in the time to prepare before would not be fair to ourtime we have been off,” cominghe back in January. kids to practice only a few days and then play some- one who has practiced the whole season. And, since we had a lot of people coming from football and Mustang doesn’t, plus our girls have not been able to practice pretty much the whole month of Novem- ber and trying to play. It wasn’t a good situation for our kids.” The Millers do have experience returning with guard Brayden Dut- ton, who was one of the team’s leading scorers last year and joined the group when football season end- ed. Colby Baker is also a returning starter that came from football, plus some younger players that will step in a see playing time. Ritter has had Zac Cantwell and Shannon Henthorn, who both saw starting and playing time back that have been in the gym since practice started as well as some role play- ers from last season. When the Millers fi- nally do take the court for their first game, it will be the first time they have faced an opponent. YHS had two scrimmages scheduled the week that activities got shut down. 6B www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

P l a y o ff s From Page 1B on a 40-yard run by Fordtouchdown pass to Cache on the play before. KellyDunn to put the game out them extra opportunities. also had runs of 17 andof reach,16 58-36, with 4:15 It was hard to lose the like yards that cut the leadremaining to in the game. that.” 52-28 with 2:58 remain- “Waurika didn’t do The Patriots started ing in the quarter. anything special, we just their comeback bid on SWCS had a chance didn’t play very well off their fi rst possession to of close the margin early the line,” Cloud said. the second half. South-in the fourth quarter, but “They were very physical west Covenant put to-fumbled the ball into the up front and we let the hit gether a 10-play, 52-yardend zone and Waurika re- come to us. drive with Kyler Beshearscovered for a touchback. “It was a tough way to connecting with Blake The Patriots did get the end the season, especially Riddell on a three-yardball back three plays later since we didn’t get to play scoring pass that cut the and Ford’s 35-yard touch- many games,” he added. lead to 52-22 with 7:07 down pass to with 6:51 “It has been a strange year remaining in the third remaining and Kelly’s and we just let this one quarter. conversion run made it a get away from us with our After forcing a Waurika52-36 game with 6:51 re- turnovers and mistakes.” punt, the Patriots put maining. to- Waurika took the lead gether six-play, 99-yard Garcia, who was injured just a little over two min- drive for their secondearly in the third quarter, utes into the game after touchdown of the quarter.came back and guided recovering a Patriots’ Tyler Kelly went the fi thenal Eagles to a 60-yard,fumble at the SWCS 38- 12-yards for the score. seven-play drive cap- yard line. The play was set ping up it with a seven-yardThe Eagles scored on a third and 11 play when Garcia connected with Caleb Moody (80) forces a Waurika fumble as Kyler Breshears (le ) and Allen on a 39-yard touch-Gabe Ross come in to try and make the recovery. (Photo by Chuck Reherman) down pass with 9:59 left in the quarter. The Patriots did drive and had a chance to tie the game, but Beshears pass in the end zone was inter- cepted by Garcia. Trent Arellano gave WHS a 16-0 lead three plays later, breaking a 73- yard scoring run. SWCS did cut the lead to 16-8 when Beshears scored on a three-yard run. Beshears passed to Anthony Cox on the con- version to make it a 16-8 game with 47 seconds left in the quarter. A second Beshears in- terception led to a 35-yard Garcia to Allen touch- down pass with 11:54 left in the half and after an on- Bryson Ford spins his way backward in the end zone on a tackle by Trent side kick, the Eagles used Allermore late in the fourth quarter. (Photo by Chuck Reherman) a 34-yard run by Garcia to open a 28-8 lead.

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COUNTYPROGRESS Wednesday, November 25, 2020 1C County sales tax revenue drops From Staff Reports enue is $590,210 compared to $50,041 decrease, or 31.9%. .35% sales tax with proceeds 2019. Canadian County sales tax $677,663 in November 2019, a The significant decline in used to fund operations at the Through September, Ca- revenue took a dip in Novem- 12.9% decrease. Canadian County sales tax col- Gary E. Miller Children’s Jus- nadian County had received ber, as the decline continues this Use tax revenue also dropped lections is a trend that started 22 tice Center. $5,172,031 in sales tax collec- year, the Oklahoma Tax Com- in November. The county’s rev- months ago and has continued In October, sales tax revenue tions, 24.1% below the total mission reports. enue was $106,771 compared to through 2020. to the county was $55,937 com- from a nine-month reporting The November sales tax rev- $156,812 in November 2019 a Canadian County collects a pared to $704,033 in October period in 2019. Turkey Day trot takes off virtually Online fundraiser helps local foster families

From Staff Reports Although no one ran in a group this year, the virtual Piedmont Turkey Trot raised money for area foster families. Due to the recent state surge in CO- VID-19 cases, the Piedmont 5K race and one-mile fun run at 8 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day was planned to be all virtual, said organizer and Piedmont resident, Dr. Cliff Layton. Runners who signed up could get a T-shirt and a medal. Runners were asked to submit pho- tos, videos or information to the web- site, brightskyministry.com. Layton, a doctor at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City, decided to organize a Piedmont Turkey Trot after learning Lori Jones and Rocket Man. (Photo provided) about the nonprofit efforts of Dr. Justin Davis and his wife Jessica Davis, who started Bright Sky Ministry. There were more than 180 runners who signed up for the virtual race and Rocket Man Remembered fun run this year. There was not a spe- cific course this year, and runners could pick their own place to run. Puppy touched through their lifetime, and when they and Rocket Man, well, Mom simply Bright Sky Ministry provides sup- cross that Rainbow Bridge, our hearts pushed him away. She knew he had plies for families with foster children hurt, but we know we gave them love, special needs, and with seven other hearts, fundraiser statewide, Layton said. Cribs, diapers, safety, kindness, acceptance and hap- babies to feed, her decision created car seats and other supplies are provid- underway for pets piness, as well as a good and honor- a deep love in us and a strong desire ed to families who have taken in foster able life. The old ones we expect to to help this tiny little boy. So much children. By Lori Jones leave us, the deeply sick or injured, smaller than his siblings, it was very For more information visit brights- Special to the Yukon Progress we understand what is coming. touch and go for a few weeks. I car- kyministry.com. Every so often in rescue, a dog or But Rocket Man was different. He ried him around with me to keep him puppy comes along that completely was a part of a litter of ten puppies, warm, and fed him first using a bottle, envelops your heart and brings great born to a very malnourished, aban- then used a souvenir spoon to feed love. We love every single rescue doned mother who had no way to feed him wet puppy food as he grew. After that comes through our doors, and herself or her unborn puppies. Two some time, we were able to get him to many have stayed for their lifetime of the puppies when born didn’t make due to past neglect, trauma or abuse. it. Another had some physical issues That’s okay. We will love them which we worked hard to correct, See Fundraiser, Page 2C Yukon woman serves on SWOSU foundation Zoom platform and facili- Executive Director Garrett mittee reports and tracking Board of trustees tated by the SWOSU Center King. data. They also considered met by ZOOM for Excellence in Teaching & Departing Trustee Homer and adopted the proposed Learning (CETL). Ryan of Frederick, SWOSU Fiscal Year 2021 budget & From Staff Reports Lori Baker Boyd, Yukon, Class of 1963, was com- multi-annual financial frame- The Board of Trustees of SWOSU Class of 1997, will mended and thanked for his work and considered and ad- the Southwestern Oklahoma serve as a trustee on the 27 years of service. Since ac- opted the FY 2019 external State University Foundation, SWOSU Foundation Board ceding to the Board in April audit report. Inc. recently convened for a of Trustees, according to a 1993, Ryan has served as “Thanks to our unbeliev- regularly scheduled business news release. chair of the Scholarships & ably generous network of meeting. In the recent Zoom meet- Grants Committee and was alumni, emeriti and friends, Due to ongoing restrictions ing, the trustees heard brief- named the 33rd member of SWOSU’s philanthropic A runner in a turkey costume takes related to the COVID-19 ings from SWOSU President the SWOSU Presidential Or- revenues, contributions and part in last year’s Piedmont Turkey pandemic, the meeting was Dr. Randy L. Beutler and der of Merit in 2018. Trot. The fundraiser is all virtual this conducted entirely via the SWOSU Foundation, Inc. The trustees reviewed com- See Boyd, Page 2C year. (Photo provided) 2C www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Boyd From Page 1C Chairman/Chair Desig- Class of 1970. Past Weatherford, SWOSU Largo (FL), SWOSU in assets for the benefi t of nate, Bryan Evans, Ed- Chair Dianne Hunter, Ed- Class of 1979 Class of 1971. Cam- SWOSU. commitments in 2020 mond, SWOSU Class of mond, SWOSU Classes Other seated trustees mi Valdez, Tahlequah, The Foundation trust- are tracking 25% above 1998, also chair of the of 1986 & 1990. of the Foundation in- SWOSU Class of 2008 ees serve as the overall 2019’s entire valuation,” Corporate Governance & Chair of Investment clude: E. Vann Greer An- An institutionally-relat- governing and fi duciary King said. “The Founda- Nominating Committee. Committee, Michael Hart, drews, Oklahoma City, ed, charitable entity, the body for the Founda- tion is very proud to sup- 2nd Vice-Chair, Brice Edmond, SWOSU Class SWOSU Class of 1960. SWOSU Foundation, Inc. tion generally as well as port SWOSU’s students Harris, Fair Oaks, Cali- of 2006 Jeff DeFehr, Weatherford, was established in 1977 for the Foundation’s two during this time of historic fornia, SWOSU Class of Chair of the Audit SWOSU Class of 1990. to promote philanthropy, subsidiaries, the SWOSU challenge and unusual cir- 1970, also chair of the Committee, Judy Wilkes, David Ferrell, Amber, award scholarships and Alumni Association and cumstances by increasing Scholarships & Grants Oklahoma City, SWOSU SWOSU Class of 1995. distribute funds to sup- the SWOSU Athletic As- our scholarship payments Committee. Secretary Class of 1976 Juan Garcia, Clinton, port the activities and sociation. 19% above 2019 levels.” – Philip Busey, Jr., Okla- Chair of Finance Com- SWOSU Class of 2002. programs of SWOSU. For more informa- The Foundation’s homa City, SWOSU Class mittee, James Keehn, Ed- Lori Harper, Gulfport Located on the Weather- tion, please contact the leaders include: Chair of 2004, also chair of the mond, SWOSU Class of (MS), SWOSU Class of ford campus in the his- SWOSU Offi ce of Insti- – George Cohlmia, Okla- Development Committee. 1996 1993. Mark Russell, Elk toric Burton House, the tutional Advancement homa City, SWOSU Treasurer Bruce Magill, Chair of Property Com- City, SWOSU Class of Foundation currently at 580-774-3267 or vis- Class of 1974, 1st Vice- Weatherford, SWOSU mittee, Debbie Shepherd, 1986. Nelson Sims, Key stewards over $26 million it www.SWOSUFounda-

slowly stopped wagging the world. His loss is still for us. deeply felt here. We still Fundraiser On September 10th, look for him, still see him From Page 1C he discovered Milk Bones. 2020, Rocket Man softly on the pallets we haven’t He had such a personality, slipped away in the early been able to move. Find- use his legs, then he found and was a happy boy, so morning hours. He was ing his toys under coff ee some balance, and before innocent and sweet. He exactly 8 months old. We tables and around corners too long, he was running somehow drew you into were able to be there, to brings that loss back over around like a normal puppy him, and captured your comfort him, and to softly and over. His impact on and playing with toys and heart. touch him as he fl ew. As our hearts has been pro- growling at the big dogs. We knew Rocket had many dogs and puppies as found and always will be. He completely captured some trouble with his bal- we have loved and lost over Rocket Man has many our hearts, but mine most ance, he had since the be- our years, losing Rocket champions that grew to of all. Hours were spent ginning. We thought he Man was heartbreaking. love him too. Two of Rocket Man. (Photo provided) sleeping close to him, feed- would continue to grow He was supposed to live. those champions were ing him every few hours, out of it, but it suddenly He was supposed to get touched deeply by this watching over him as he started to grow worse. Af- better. This rescue heart is little puppy’s strength and Donations can be made We would like to make developed and grew bigger ter a trip to the vet, and to still shattered, but I know determination to get better, through our website – this generous gesture go and stronger. Deep inside the emergency room, then he is up there, running and they have generously www.havenofhoperescue. viral. We know Rocket was an overwhelming love to another vet, it was dis- freely and keeping his little off ered to sponsor an “In com – Click the “How to Man will not be the last and desire to protect him covered he had somehow nose to the ground. Remembrance of Rocket Help” tab. special needs puppy we and help him thrive. contracted Tetanus, which Rocket Man touched so Man” memorial. For ev- Monetary donations can bring through our doors. Rocket Man stayed is an awful disease. Our many hearts. We shared ery donation received on be made to Haven of Hope He was just the one that much smaller than his sib- vet immediately started his story and kept his behalf of Rocket Man’s Rescue and mailed to: will always be held tight lings, yet seemed to be liv- medicines, and for awhile, friends updated on his little important little life, it will 7820 Gregory Road NW inside our hearts, the one ing his best life. He would he responded. But it hit progresses, and his chal- be matched up to $2,000 Okarche, OK 73762 that was so brave that he run as fast as he could and him hard, and he never was lenges. I am still amazed for Haven of Hope Rescue This is an incredible gift brought such admiration, jump into my arms when able to get back on his feet at the number of people to continue to help puppies and will mean so much to the one that changed us I called him, he explored again. He would eat, and that followed his story like Rocket Man. us as we head into the win- forever and helped us learn and sniff ed and smelled, still try to play, and drink, and prayed over him and Donations to honor ter months and puppy sea- lessons that only he could and loved the grass. He and sit up and watch the cheered him on. He was Rocket Man can be made son, and as we continue to teach us. would lounge on the back world, but the spark softly so loved, and I know there through PayPal using work toward fi nishing out We will be forever porch in the sun for hours, started leaving his bright, were many tears when we hopefordogs@havenofho- our second facility so we grateful for his presence in and was so excited when bright eyes, his little tail shared our deep loss with perescue.com can save more dogs. our lives.

Buchanan’s 13th Annual Holiday Remembrance Ceremony Due to health safety protocols, this year’s Holiday Remembrance Ceremony will be a virtual event. However, we would like to invite you to our Holiday Drive-Thru to pick up some safely prepared and packaged homemade treats and a special ornament honoring your loved one. Holiday Drive-Thru: Saturday, December 5th 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM Buchanan Funeral Service 8712 N. Council Road ~ Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73132 Please RSVP to (405) 722-5262 by November 30th. A special ornament will be given for those who RSVP. One per family please. Wednesday, November 25, 2020 www.YUKONPROGRESS.com 3C

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Who was Jesse Chisholm?

By Carol Mowdy Bond fee, and clothing materials. he interpreted for Presi- His grave is located north- Contributing Writer They got hooked on sugar. dent James K. Polk. He east of Geary, Oklahoma. The Chisholm Trail is Chisholm also traded with established a ranch near Welge said, “A lot of his- well known in Canadian the Kiowa, the Wichita, today’s Wichita, Kansas, tory died when Chisholm County, and likely the and others. And he wasduring the Civil War. Anddied, that we don’t know.” most famous cattle trail frequently engaged as he traveled to his ranch In 1941, the Oklahoma in history. Many Oklaho- an interpreter. Chisholm on a road that’s now part City chapter of the Daugh- mans know the trail was would be commissioned of the Chisholm Trail. But ters of the American Rev- named after Jesse Ch- to help with things to get Welge said, “He never ran olution created a memorial isholm. But most people Indians to calm down, deal cattle on the Chisholm to Council Grove and Jes- know very little about the with captives, the stealing Trail.” se Chisholm. It’s a plaque man himself. So, here’s a of horses, and other.” Unfortunately, after the attached to a tall slab of pop quiz. How many cattle According to Welge, Civil War, Jesse Chisholm rock, located on the north- did Jesse Chisholm drive what we know today as was destitute. Both his west corner of Eagle Lane over the Chisholm Trail? the Chisholm Trail was first and second wives hadand 10th Street, between Read on for the answer. originally an Indian trail. died. Chisholm died while County Line and North Of Chisholm, award- In fact, Welge said that trading on Salt Creek with Council roads in Oklaho- winning author and his- many trails and roads, Indians on March 4, 1868. ma City. torian John Dwyer said even some we drive today, he was a “famed Indian began as Indian trails. But Territory frontier trader the Chisholm Trail as a and mediator between cattle drive trail began in the Plains Indians and the 1867 in Texas and went Five Civilized Tribes, the The only known picture of Jesse Chisholm is dated north. It had two branches Republic of Texas, and the 1866, two years prior to his death. (Photo courtesy of in Oklahoma. And most United States.” Dwyer la- the Oklahoma Historical Society) certainly it passed through bels Chisholm as a tough Canadian County in nu- and honest man of vision. merous locations. Born in 1805 or 1806 he moved beyond the tiple tribes came to Jesse Because of his good in east Tennessee, Jesse Cross Timbers area, and Chisholm’s trading post.” relationships with Indian Chisholm’s father was went to the Creek Nation, Council Grove was a tribes and white delega- a Scottish merchant and and set up a trading store three square mile area lo- tions, Welge said, “Ch- his mother was full-blood on the north side of the Ca- cated in part of today’s isholm had to walk a fine Cherokee. Director of the nadian River. He was not historic WesTen District line.” Chisholm accompa- Office of American Indian educated, but he was very in Oklahoma City. The nied an Indian delegation Culture and Preservation intelligent with natural tal- WesTen District boundar- to Washington, D.C. And at the Oklahoma Histori- ent. Chisholm had gone ies are I-44 to County Line cal Society, Bill Welge with explorers to the West Road, and Reno to N.W. said, “About 1810, - ChCoast, and he had been to 16th Street. And there’s a isholm went to ArkansasD.C., and to Mexico. He Chisholm Street located in with his dad. The purpose married a Creek wife. And the WesTen District. of Thomas Jefferson’s he would be gone many In 1826, Chisholm was Louisiana Purchase was to months of the year, trading part of a gold-searching deal with the Indian issue. with Indians. He spoke party that explored in the But very quickly, whites many Indian languages Arkansas River area to the flooded into the area. Andfluently and he also spokesite of today’s Wichita, by 1826, Chisholm was in Spanish.” Kansas. He also helped the Three Forks area of In- Welge goes on to say blaze a trail from Fort dian Territory.” that Chisholm usually hov- Gibson to Fort Towson. The Three Forks Area ered near the North Cana- Welge said, “Chisholm was the geographic re- dian River, where he had was one of the most- influ gion where the Arkan- several trading posts. And ential individuals among sas, the Neosho (Grand), circa 1850s, he and his son Indians and whites. Along and Verdigris rivers, of built a log cabin east of with his peer Black Bea- Oklahoma’s present-day today’s Asher, Oklahoma, ver, Chisholm was the go- Wagoner, Muskogee, and where Chisholm estab- to person when someone Cherokee counties, came lished a trading post. But wanted to talk with Indi- together. A significant Chisholm was also known ans. Black Beaver lived Euroamerican settlement to move with the tribes. from 1806 to 1880, and he took root in the area with After the trading post was Delaware, also known many traders and other near Asher, Chisholm es- as Lenape. A friend of Ch - entrepreneurs setting up tablished a trading post isholm’s, Black Beaver shop. The area was a bee in 1858 at Council Grove was a trapper, scout, and hive of activity because along the North Canadian interpreter.” of the transportation pro- River near the western “His most extensive vided by the rivers, and edge of today’s Oklaho- trade was with the Plains because there were many ma City. Welge said Ch- Indians here and in Texas Indian people groups who isholm’s trading post was at that time,” Welge said. gravitated to the area due in the Council Grove area “He mainly traded with to its rich resources. These for about 10 years, and it the Comanche, known as native people groups in- was located near the spill- the Lords of the Plains, cluded the Caddo, Osage, way of the Lake Overhols- who trusted him. The Co- and Wichita, among oth- er dam. Welge said, “Mul- manche wanted sugar, cof- ers. There is archeologi- cal evidence indicating native groups had been in the area since at least 5000 B.C. Three Forks was a criti- cal location for purposes of exporting furs, tobacco, and other items out of the area. Suffice it to say that innumerable traders, many who became well known, were active in the area. Among them was Sam Houston. Welge said, “Jesse Ch- isholm spent 10 years in the Three Forks Area, learning about trading activities. His father was a trader. And Jesse knew Three Forks was crowded with traders. About 1836, 6C www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

County family battling COVID-19 er, who lives in the Clinton Larry Annus- Larry Annuschat remembers late area today, also remembers chat holds brothers’ championship season the year before the state a copy of a 1979 Kingf- championship title of ‘79. sher Times By Robert Medley Skyline Conference with It was in 1978 when Rother sports page Managing Editor Piedmont, Kingfisher, Deerand Nick were juniors in about the Larry Annuschat just Creek, Tuttle and Bethany.the Class A Championship Class A state lost three brothers and On cold winter nights, the game against Fairfax, he re- basketball his sister in his longtime solid wood floor had plenty members well too. Okarche title his Okarche family to CO- of spring, and the walls lost that final game in dou - late broth- VID-19, and he has battled carried the sound of the ble overtime and ended the ers Ron and Nick the virus himself, hanging bouncing balls, the smell year as a State Runner-up. brought on and fighting through it. of the popcorn served in The Warriors were back home that His sister Victoria Lynn white paper bags filling thethe next year under Coach year. (Photo Marks, 66, lost her battle house. Carter who was in his 10th by Robert Friday, Nov. 22. Larry Annuschat said season with a 162-93 re- Medley) Ronald “Ron” An- Coach Bob Carter and cord. He had not won a nuschat, 58, died of CO- basketball were part of the state championship. VID-19 on Oct. 30. Then foundation of the commu- “I had started first grade was the reason they won, “There have been a lotout and hit a couple of big older brother Paul “Mac” nity. with Nick in public school. they had the 12th man in of good basketball teams in baskets for us,’ Rother said. Joseph Annuschat, 68, died “I remember Nick and I remember he called him- the stands but in basketball Okarche,” Rother said. We got lucky enough to of the virus Oct. 31 . Nicho- Ron my two brothers, self a ‘streak shooter’ and terms. I remember how this In fact, he says for the pull it out.” las “Nick” Thomas Annus- when they would get their he would go hot and cold,” was one of the most im- first 25 years of his life, Nick scored 20 points in chat, 59, died Friday, Nov. chores done in the evenings Rother said. portant games of our sea- having won a state cham- his last game in basketball 6. All died at Mercy Hospi- out here and it would still “He (Nick) got hot son and during the game pionship was “the most that won the state title tal in Oklahoma City, dev- be daylight in the summer- there at the end of that last as a sophomore I could important achievement in “We couldn’t have astating the Okarche farm- time. They had a wooden game,” Rother said. understand why they were his life.” won that state champion- ing family and community. pole and Nick made a Rother went to his attic so good, they played and “For my first 25 yearsship game without Nick,” But the memories of backboard out of 2X6recently and found a scrap- fought hard like families do of life, that game was the Rother said. The memories two of the Annuschat boys’ boards and Nick and Ron book with newspaper clip- and you could tell they all top, the cream of the crop,” of that great season live most victorious of sporting would stay out there and pings about the season and were friends first.” Rother said. on, despite the tragedies of seasons have not faded, and play basketball until mid- game. That last game, and it And in that ‘79 game the COVID-19, Larry Annus- are as important as ever. night when they were in On Jan. 9, the Deer would be the last orga- Warriors found themselves chat said. There is a rich tradition seventh and eighth grade,” Creek Antlers and emerg- nized basketball game down 47-41 in the third “You always hope that of basketball in Okarche Larry Annuschat said. ing sophomore stars Tod Rother would ever play in, quarter at the State Fair as you pass on in this life, that spans back decades. They played on a shale Kessler and David Walker was against Turner for the Arena. Then the Warriors that God makes it be one at Okarche remains today in court too, he said. Larry nearly beat Okarche in a 1979 Class A State Cham- fought back as Nick An- a time or as simple as pos- school Class A, just like in Annuschat would nail the one-point squeaker, as the pionship. Turner had an nuschat lighted things up sible, but to me what hap- 1979, when Ron and Nick rim back to the board many Antlers upset bid fell short all-star player named Mar- from the field. pened here was all four of Annuschat were seniors on times while he played dur- 49-48. Kessler remembers vin Gaines, who almost “We came back and we them passed at one time,” Coach Bob Carter’s only ing his youth at home. The the battle was against more changed the ending to the were ahead,” Rother said. Larry Annuschat said. “I state championship team. shale court helped them than just the basketball story. “And then they hit that shot lost them all at one time. Nick was named to the condition, Larry said. team, but an entire town. With time running out, to tie it from half-court.” You have to pick yourself All-Tournament team in “You think about play- “Deer Creek always and Okarche ahead, Gaines The seniors were not up and dust yourself off. the quest to bring home the ing on that thick, dusty had a rivalry between flung a prayer from half- going to lose again in over- We’re still here. This Earth title. shale and that is the best Piedmont, Kingfisher andcourt that tied the game time. And they barely did will keep moving. You just Kevin Rother was also thing for your muscles,” Okarche. That year (79) andwe sent the Warriors intoit, winning 63-62. have to take one day at a a senior on that team. TheLarry said. played Okarche first another and state championship “We had been through time and honor their mem- team played inside what is Rother was a senior lost a heartbreaker,” Kes- overtime. it the year before and we ories to the best of your now the Okarche Elemen- guard who also played sler recalls, who lives in the Rother said memories of had come so close and we abilities. The memories tary School gymnasium some forward on that Dallas, Texas area today. basketball have been im- felt like we wouldn’t be de- are what the human body and they played in the old championship team. Roth- “The Town of Okarche portant in his life. nied that year. Nick came needs here on Earth.” Page 7A Wednesday, November 25, 2020 www.YUKONPROGRESS.com 7C

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BUSINESSPROGRESS Wednesday, November 25, 2020 1D omason Law offers personal service Pandemic sheds light include wills, trusts, estate assistant, or paralegal or any- is beneficial for people of all planning, business formation, one else. I’m the one who an- ages and income levels. My on legal planning and oil and gas. swers the phone. And I do it clients are in all age groups, Attorney Thomason said, all, every step of the way. So, from 18 to about age 100, By Carol Mowdy Bond “The pandemic, in general, my clients only have to deal and everywhere in between. Contributing Writer makes people think about with me. This also allows me Some people don’t realize An estate planning firm, planning, especially early on to keep my costs lower, and that once you turn 18, it’s not Thomason Law, located at when things were really bad pass those savings on to my necessarily true that your par- 115 E. Vandament Avenue at the beginning. And it has clients.” ents will have the power to in Yukon, offers one-on-one shed the light on the impor- “It’s a common miscon- make your decisions if some- personal service. And own- tance of legal planning.” ception that estate planning thing happens to you. Even Attorney Jennifer Thomason works in er Jennifer Thomason isn’t “I am unique in that I am is only for the elderly and ex- the basic Power of Attorney her office at Thomason Law, 115 E. Van- planning to change that any the only person in my office,” tremely wealthy,” Thomason dament Avenue in Yukon. (Photo by Carol time soon. Her practice areas Thomason said. “There’s no said. “In fact, estate planning See omason, Page 2D Mowdy Bond) Grass Monkeys heading into 9th year of landscaping Parks offers routine lawn service, trimming, installation and more

By Carol Mowdy Bond Contributing Writer Bryan Parks, owner of Grass Mon- keys Landscaping LLC, is serious about what he does. And he loves his work. Parks offers routine lawn service, fencing, tree and shrub trimming, flow- er bed installation and maintenance, and installation of Christmas lights. Grass Monkeys is primarily his baby, but Parks said, “I have guys I call if I need extra help.” With customers in Yukon and Mus- tang, Parks said, “I’ve been doing this The Piedmont Public Library’s children’s specialist, Olivia Blackkeccer, reads author Peter H. Reynolds’ book the better part of eight years. There are “The Dot” to the children at a beginner’s crochet class at Fancy Feathered Farm near Piedmont on November great people in this area. I have 50 rou- 18. (Photo by Carol Mowdy Bond) tine mowing clients, who have me mow every week to two weeks. I’ve had some of my clients for six years. And as far as fencing, I repair fencing or install new fences. I mainly do residential wooden fences. But I do wood or metal.” Two basic stitches Planning to expand in 2021, Parks wants to add pre-emergent and post- of the farm’s “Fancy lessons from After the crochet lesson, the Pied- Fancy Feathered Farm emergent weed control, as well as the farm!” series, crafter Tiffani mont Public Library’s children’s hosts crochet class Sims taught the class. specialist, Olivia Blackkeccer, read See Monkeys, Page 3D Sims gave a lesson and a dem- author Peter H. Reynolds’ book By Carol Mowdy Bond onstration, and helped each child “The Dot” to the children. Each Contributing Writer complete a crochet project. Students child went home with a book. ancy Feathered Farm, learned the two beginning crochet Known to engage in many forms located in the Piedmont stitches, which are the slip knot and of craft projects, including cake area, offered a children’s chain stitch. Each child went home decorating, Sims said, “I’ve been Fbeginning crochet class with either a crocheted bracelet or on Wednesday, November 18. Part necklace, made during the class. See Class, Page 2D Calumet author to sign children’s books Event planned in El Reno Paulk, who con- and Short Book,” and “Courtesy of An- siders herself a free- drew Carnegie.” She will sign copies of for Nov. 28, copies are $10 lance writer, special- these books at the event. izes in poetry, essays The self-published books are also From Staff Reports and children’s books. available on Amazon and she will sell A Calumet writer will sign copies of She writes fiction and copies for $10 apiece at the event. Dorothea her books for children during an event plays. Condry-Paulk She is also working on her next book, in El Reno Nov. 28. She has written “Along the Classics Road from Chaos Dorothea Condry-Paulk will sign books titled, “My Owl to Reason.” The book will be ready in Bryan Parks, owner of Grass Monkeys copies of six of her books during her and Turtle Book,” “Sulphur Matches 2021. Landscaping LLC, clears ice storm “Signing of Six Titles,” event 10 a.m. and Moriah’s Ghost,” “After the Gulls Paulk has had a career in healthcare debris from a residence in the Yukon to 12 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28 at JKM, Came,” “The Legend of Princess Lisa and has taught as an adjunct instructor and Mustang areas. (Photo by Carol 101 N. Bickford Ave. in El Reno. and Jeremy Hummingbird,” “The Long on the college level. Mowdy Bond) 2D www.YUKONPROGRESS.com Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Class From Page 1D engage with local art- ists and people in the a crafter my whole life. community with their My grandmother taught skills. For our next me to crochet. And my class on December 2, focus right now is on cro- we’ll make real marsh- chet. I’ve done some little mallow from scratch, things for friends in the and learn about the past. But this is the firstmarshmallow herb. time I’ve taught officially.Then on December This is new, and I think it 16, we’ll host a class will be a fun experience.” called Tea Time, taught Sims is known for her by Rose Hernandez. hand-crafted items, sold Students will review at the Piedmont Farm- four herbs for texture, er’s Market, and at the smell, and taste. Then Old Store in Piedmont. they’ll make their own Owner of the family- tea bag, and then make run farm, Fancy Feath- their tea to drink.” First grader Isabelle Mayfield shows off the bracelet she crocheted during ered Farm, Thania Connect with Tiffani a beginner’s crochet class at Fancy Tiffani Sims teaches first graders Isabelle Mayfield and Henley Mayfield said, “We’re Sims on Facebook and Feathered Farm near Piedmont on Blackkeccer basic crochet stitches during a beginner’s crochet class trying to meet the need Instagram, and her web- November 18. (Photo by Carol Mowdy at Fancy Feathered Farm near Piedmont on November 18. (Photo by of parents, for kids to site tiffanicreates.com. Bond) Carol Mowdy Bond) omason From Page 1D young families with chil- legal documents.” for yourself; Will which home. personal. I like meeting dren,” said Thomason. Thomason said, “I do provides for the distribu- “I was in Oklahoma with my clients and help- document is important. “They have a guardian free consultations. And I tion of your assets and ap- City for a year with my ing them to accomplish It’s important to have le- named for their children do a lot of estate planning. points a guardian to care practice,” Thomason said. their goals. I try to keep it gal documents done now, in case something hap- For my clients, I always for your minor children; “Then we moved to Yu- relaxed, and as simple as when you don’t need pens to them. Then, as put all the documents on a Trust which distributes kon, and I’ve been in this possible for people. And them.” they go through life, they flash drive. They can keep your assets while avoid- Yukon office since 2014. I try to be approachable, “A lot of my clients are can make changes to their the original documents in ing the time and expense But I get a lot of clients and make sure people a safe place if they want. of probate. who come from Oklaho- have access to all the in- But they can carry that Thomason gives dis- ma City. They don’t have formation they need.” flash drive all the time.” counts to military person- to deal with Oklahoma Thomason’s husband, Some of the common nel, first responders, and City’s traffic and parkingJohn, is also from Kan- estate planning docu- Yukon Public School em- here in Yukon. sas. And he is the director ments, that Thomason ployees. “I’ve always been fas- of rehab at Spanish Cove encourages clients to con- Born and raised in cinated with law in gen- Retirement Community. sider, include: Advance Hays, Kansas, Thomason eral,” said Thomason, “I really like being in Directive in which you completed her undergrad “And classes I took in the Yukon area,” Thoma- make your wishes known studies at Fort Hays State law school caused me to son said. regarding treatment for University in Hays. She become fascinated with “It has a small town, terminal illness and end and her husband moved these specific areas of law.friendly feeling.” of life care; Power of At- to Oklahoma while she This is a different dynamicTo connect with Thom- torney where you appoint earned her law degree at than preparing for court. ason Law, call (405) 265- someone you trust to act the Oklahoma City Uni- I get to spend my days 3565, or email jennifer@ on your behalf if you be- versity School of Law. working with my clients thomason-law.com, or come temporarily or per- Then they decided to and developing relation- go onto the web at www. manently unable to care make Oklahoma their ships with them. It’s more thomason-law.com. Wednesday, November 25, 2020 www.YUKONPROGRESS.com 3D

‘Small Business Saturday’ proclaimed Shoppers encouraged to support Yukon merchants on Nov. 28

By Conrad Dudderar DID YOU KNOW? Senior Staff Writer The City of Yukon proclama- Merchants across Yu- tion offers these statistics about consumers who have shopped on kon will participate in the Small Business Saturday: city’s traditional obser- vance of “Small Business - 96% agree that shopping at small, independently owned busi- Saturday.” nesses supports their commitment The promotion – which to making purchases that have encourages people to a positive social, economic and “shop local” – is observed enviromental impact. across the United States - 97% agree that small businesses on the Saturday after are essential to their community. Thanksgiving. This is the 11th year of the national - 95% reported the day makes observance. them want to shop and dine at small, independently owned busi- Yukon Main Street nesses all year long, not just during Director Vicki Davis, at the holiday season. the Nov. 17th city coun- cil meeting, accepted a proclamation declaring a really important time for Yukon Main Street Director Vicki Davis (right) accepts a proclamation from Mayor Shelli Selby declaring Nov. Nov. 28 as Small Busi- our businesses.” 28 as “Small Business Saturday” in the City of Yukon. (Photo by Conrad Dudderar) ness Saturday in the City Shoppers can learn of Yukon. more about what Yukon “On the Saturday af- merchants are participat- plies last) so customers ping, then it goes down to pendent, locally owned residents to support small ter Thanksgiving, please ing in “Small Business can win gift cards, drink- zero.” small businesses.” businesses and merchants seek out your local busi- Saturday” - and what ing mugs, prizes, dis- Yukon’s Main Street Yukon city govern- not just on Small Business nesses,” Davis said. specials and features they counts, and more. chief encourages shoppers ment “celebrates our local Saturday – but throughout The Yukon 66 Main will offer - by visiting the to observe Small Business small businesses and the the year. Street theme is “Think Yukon 66 Main Street SUPPORTING Saturday – not just by contributions they make City officials advise Big – Shop Small” and Facebook page. VITALITY doing their holiday shop- to our local economy and citizens that shopping lo- holiday shoppers are en- “I’m also collecting Small businesses em- ping, but also by support- community,” said Mayor cal enhances the City of couraged to visit down- information on what busi- ploy 47.3% of the em- ing local merchants who Shelli Selby, reading from Yukon’s sales tax base, town. nesses offer online shop- ployees in the private sec- have suffered in 2020. the proclamation. helping fuel local govern- Davis cited the chal- ping, curbside service and tor in the U.S. “They need it – even on The City of Yukon ment operations. lenges small businesses any delivery options,” “For every $100 that normal years,” she said. “recognizes and sup- Mayor Selby reminded have faced this year due Davis said. “However you you spend, $68 remains “Many of our businesses ports the vitality of our Yukon residents to sup- to COVID-19 closures feel comfortable shop- in the community if you say that’s the largest shop- local businesses that cre- port businesses in Yukon and extended power out- ping, we hope that you’re shop at locally owned and ping day of the year for ate jobs, boost our local city limits on the north ages. supporting local.” operated businesses,” Da- them. That’s their largest economy and preserve side of N.W. 10th Street “Our restaurants had to Participating busi- vis said. “It goes down to revenue day. our community,” Selby and Interstate 40. throw their food away and nesses will provide “Shop $34 of that if you shop at “But this year more added. “Let’s keep our tax dol- workers have suffered lost Small” scratch cards with a locally owned franchise. than ever, they need you The mayor and coun- lars in the City of Yukon,” wages,” she said. “This is any purchase (while sup- If you do online shop- to support Yukon’s inde- cil members urged Yukon she said. Monkeys From Page 1D age and all the lawn ing industry, and more ways be doing something, reliable. And I don’t say I industry who don’t.” equipment,” said Parks. about equipment, by and with this, I can stay can do something I can’t To connect with Grass concrete work. On top “He kind of got me start- building barns and work- busy doing something I do. I always show up, and Monkeys, call, text or of that, Parks said, “I do ed in the industry, and he ing construction jobs. actually enjoy.” I let people know if I’m leave a voice mail at (405) some hardscape already, gave me the startup equip- “I love doing lawns and “I get a lot of new cli- going to be late. As a re- 819-4791, or email grass- like stone work, pavers, ment. That was a blessing. using all of the equipment ents who say their lawn sult, I get a lot of compli- monkeyslandscaping@ walkways, and things In 2013, I started doing from start to finish for that crew isn’t reliable, or ments. I want to provide a gmail.com, or on Face- like that. But I want to things for neighbors and property,” said Parks. maybe the crew over great service, and separate book go to Grass Mon- do more. I want to add all friends. But Grass Mon- “And I like setting my promises and under de- myself from others in the keys Landscaping LLC. these things and be more keys really took off inown schedule. I get to be livers, and they want bet- of a complete landscape 2015. I wanted a name creative. I’m the type of ter service,” said Parks. service. And I want to tap that sounded jazzy. And person who likes to al- “I pride myself on being more fully into the neigh- now I have people who borhoods I’m already in.” contact me, and say they Parks graduated from called just because they Mustang High School in like the name Grass Mon- 2015. keys.” “My dad had an acre- Parks learned the fenc-

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(Published in Yukon Progress for two (2) consecutive weeks: November 18, 2020 and November 25, 2020)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF CANADIAN COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ) ) Case No. PB-2018-277 ALOIS E. TABOREK, DECEASED. )

ORDER AND NOTICE OF HEARING OF FINAL REPORT, PETITION FOR AGREED ORDER APPROVING FINAL REPORT, FOR FINAL DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND LEGATEES, AND FOR FINAL DECREE OF DISTRIBUTION AND DISCHARGE

NOTICE RECYCLING COMES NOW, on this 12 day of November, 2020, Edward Eubanks, the Personal Representative of the Estate of ALOIS E. TABOREK (“Decedent”), deceased, and presents a Final Report, Petition for Agreed Order Approving Final Report, For Final Determination of Heirs, Devisees, and Legatees, and For Final Decree of Distribution and Discharge, and requests a hearing on the same.

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED, that the matter is set for hearing on the 15 day of December 2020, at 10:00 a.m., in the District Courtroom of the undersigned Judge in the Canadian County Courthouse, Canadian County, Oklahoma, and all persons interested in the Estate are notified to appear and show cause, if they have any, why the Estate should not be settled and distributed as presented, and that notice thereof be given by publication and mailing pursuant to the statutes of the State of Oklahoma.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 12 day of November, 2020.

CHARLES GASS JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT

APPROVED: /s/ Kecia K. Cole I, Marie Hirst, Court Clerk of Canadian John A. Alberts, OBA No. 13944 County, Oklahoma, do hereby certify that the Kecia K. Cole, OBA No. 15893 above and foregoing is a true and correct BEDLAM LAW copy as the same in my office. 1617 Professional Circle BY: /s/ Yukon, Oklahoma 73099 DATED: 11-12-2020 DEPUTY (405) 232-2444 (Telephone) / (405) 232-2445 (Facsimile) Email: [email protected] Attorneys for Personal Representative MORE THAN 300 FT. of cor- rugated iron fencing that (Published in Yukon Progress on November 25, 2020) needs to be removed for the material. This is good mate- IN THE DISTRICT COURT WITHIN AND FOR CANADIAN COUNTY rial for loafing sheds. Please STATE OF OKLAHOMA call Jack Cook in Piedmont at: U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS ) TRUSTEE OF THE CHALET SERIES IV TRUST, ) (405) 640-3104. ) Plaintiff, ) ) CJ-2020-249 Do you offer house cleaning, HAVE A VEHICLE TO SELL? vs. ) yard work or handyman ser- Place your ad today! 577-6208 ) vices? Get the word out! Call WHITNEY R. HAWKINS, et al., ) today! 577-6208 SERVICES ) Defendants. )

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You, and each of you, are further notified to be present for said hearing at said date, time and place, and show cause, if any you have, why said motion should not be sustained and said sale confirmed.

Dated November 23, 2020.

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