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February13-19, 2020 • Tishomingo, OK • 50 Cents

Volume 119, Number 33 • 14 Pages Tishomingo’s city election to be rescheduled Failure to publish legal notice also leads to new filing dates By John A. Small so again if they wish to be included on city attorney Dustin Rowe - in one of Wheaton had relayed the same infor- Managing Editor the ballot. his last acts as the city’s legal counsel mation to the Sentinel in a telephone The discovery that the original res- before resigning to assume a seat on interview late last week. Well, back to the ol’ drawing olution was never published was made the Oklahoma State Supreme Court Phillips said Monday night that the board… by the Johnston County Sentinel after - directed that the resolution be deliv- 60-day window expired last Thursday, During a special meeting Monday last week’s issue went to press. Ques- ered to the newspaper for publication. Feb. 6, thereby making the new filing night, the Tishomingo City Council tions raised following a discussion at But for reasons unknown, city em- and election dates necessary. voted to reschedule its municipal elec- the council’s Feb. 3 meeting, regarding ployees failed to make that delivery. She recommended that Mayor Sue tion from the date originally set back the possible hiring of a new city man- Upon the discovery that the reso- Robins instruct City Hall employee Di- in December. ager, prompted the Sentinel to research lution itself had not been published as ana Pitts to contact the election board The action was deemed necessary whether the resolution had appeared in required, recently hired city attorney in order to schedule a new filing peri- after it was discovered that the elec- the paper. Krystina Phillips and Johnston County od and election date. Councilman Tom tion resolution passed by the council The passage of the original resolu- Election Board Secretary B.J. Whea- Lokey’s motion to that effect was sec- on Dec. 16 was never published in the tion, and the original dates for both the ton were notified and asked whether onded by Vice Mayor Woody Jumper local newspaper as required by law. filing period and the election, appeared the municipal election could still be and approved by a vote of 4-0. As a result, last week’s candidate in an article published in the Dec. 19 held on the originally set date if a new Councilwoman Laura Wood did not filings have also been scrapped and edition of the Sentinel. resolution were to be quickly passed. attend Monday’s meeting. new filing dates will need to be set. The dates set in December were in- During this week’s special meeting, Once Wheaton has provided the Candidates who filed during the three- cluded again in an article published in Phillips told the council that the law day filing period last Monday through last week’s Sentinel. requires the resolution be published at F See ELECTION Wednesday, Feb. 3-5, will have to do During the Dec. 16 meeting, then- least 60 days before the election date. Page 14 Marshall County collision claims life of local man A Johnston Coun- the Chevrolet - Adam H. bags, but only those in C M ty man was killed in a Monjay, 36, of Tishom- the Chevrolet reportedly two-vehicle collision ingo - was pronounced deployed. Y K that occurred in Marshall dead at the scene by The condition of both County last week. Oklahoma State Medical drivers at the time of the The collision oc- Examiner Investigator collision was still under curred at approximately Leroy Johnson from a investigation at last re- 9:31 p.m. last Thursday, massive head injury sus- port. Feb. 6, on U.S. Highway tained in the collision. The collision was 70F, four miles south of The driver, 57-year- investigated by Trooper Madill. old Billy L. Carter of Jonathan Vargas of the According to a report Tishomingo, was report- OHP’s Johnston-Mar- Simmons era set to begin on Tuesday released by the Oklaho- edly not injured. shall County detach- ma Highway Patrol, a The driver of the gar- ment, Troop F. Tishomingo’s Landmark Bank branch will close for the last time this 2006 International gar- bage truck, identified as He was assisted at Friday, Feb. 14, and will re-open as Simmons Bank on Tuesday, Feb. bage truck and a 2015 43-year-old Christopher the scene by fellow OHP 18. As part of the transition, the bank will be closed this Saturday, Chevrolet Equinox were G. Antwine of Ardmore, Troopers Heath David- Feb. 15; any customer concerns through Saturday can be addressed both traveling north- was also not injured ac- son and Josh O’Steen; by calling the Landmark Bank customer service line at (800) 618- bound at the time. cording to the report. Ken Duncan of the DPS 5503. Beginning Feb. 18, customer concerns can be addressed The garbage truck Seatbelts were Traffic Homicide Divi- at the local branch; or by calling (866) 246-2400, Monday through was reportedly traveling equipped in both vehi- sion of DPS; the Madill Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. with no headlights or tail cles and in use by both Police Department; the Customers may also visit on the web at simmonsbank.com/contact. lights on and was struck drivers, but were not in Madill and Kingston fire Simmons Bank will be open with lobby hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the rear by the Chev- use by Monjay accord- departments; the Mar- and drive-through hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays; and drive- rolet. ing to the report. shall County Sheriff’s through hours of 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. (Sentinel staff photo The OHP report Both vehicles were Office; and Marshall by Tom Lokey) states that a passenger in also equipped with air- County EMS. Wapanucka voters approve bond issue

Voters in the Wapa- ing for the bond issue for nucka School District the purpose of purchas- came out overwhelming ing new transportation in favor of a $220,000 equipment. bond issue in Tuesday’s According to infor- special election mation obtained by the As previously report- Sentinel from the Okla- ed in the Johnston Coun- homa State Election ty Sentinel, Wapanucka Board office shortly be- voters were asked to ap- fore press time Tuesday prove a proposition call- night, the ballot initiative passed by a vote of 76-29 Ravia man’s vehicle struck by train - a victory margin of just Law enforcement officers and first responders work the scene of an accident in Ravia late over 72 percent. last Saturday, Feb. 8, after a GMC Jimmy driven by Joe L. Lyons was struck by a Burlington Those results are un- Northern-Santa Fe train at the railroad crossing on State Highway 1 in Ravia. A report official until the votes are released by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol states that Lyons was driving around the flashing certified by the Johnston railroad crossing arms when the train collided with his vehicle. At last report Lyons was County Election Board still being treated in an Oklahoma City hospital. See related story on Page 9. (Sentinel staff later this week photo by Joshua Small) Index Of Regular Features: Weekend Weather: Subscription Rates: Small Talk...... Page 2 Milestones...... Page 6 FRIDAY: Cool with sunshine, high of 50F. Partly cloudy In-County - $30 per year; Community News...... Page 3 Chamber News...... Page 8 and 37F overnight. SATURDAY: High near 60F with some Out-Of-County - $35 per year; Community Calendar...... Page 4 Crime News...... Page 9 sun, then turning cloudy. Overnight low in mid-40s with Out-Of State - $45 per year; clouds breaking.. SUNDAY: Mostly cloudy throughout School/Senior Menus...... Page 5 Classifieds...... Page 12 Foreign - $35 Plus Postage. the day and into the night. Anticipated high around 68F. C M Contact us at (580) 371-0275; or [email protected] • Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Y K C M

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Page 2 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Thursday, February 13, 2020 And the award goes to... (plus those trivia answers) The stage is dark, the theatre is right; the fifth proved to be something Keaton, who won the 2014 Best Actor empty, the winners have placed their of an unitentional trick question, as Oscar for Birdman; and Ben Affleck, gold statues on their mantle and the shall be explained. who hasn’t won an acting Oscar but losers have (perhaps) stopped crying And so without further ado: Small Talk did win the Best Original Screenplay in their champagne. Which means that QUESTION 1: Before they each John A. Small award for Good Will Hunting (1997), the only thing that still remains is to became iconic movie stars in the and both the Best Director and Best announce the winner of this year’s 1970s, these five actors - Burt Reyn- QUESTION 3: Years before Picture awards for Argo (2012). Small Talk “Guess The Oscars” Con- olds, Robert Redford, Dennis Hopper, gaining worldwide fame and acclaim As it happens, these answers are test. Robert Duvall and Charles Bronson - as the composer for such Hollywood technically correct - but they’re NOT This year we had one entrant who all had one thing in common during blockbusters as Jaws, Star Wars and the ones I was looking for. correctly guessed four of the six win- the 1960s. What was it? Superman, John Williams wrote the Truth be told - and being the life- ners in the major Academy Awards ANSWER: I thought this might score for this somewhat obscure but long Batman fan I am, I’m a little em- categories - Best Picture, Best Actor, be a little on the difficult side, but ev- thoroughly enjoyable Dick Van Dyke barrassed to admit this - I didn’t even Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, eryone got this one right. All five ac- movie. Name the film. think about the two former Batmen Best Supporting Actress and Best Di- tors each appeared in episodes of Rod ANSWER: The movie in ques- when I came up with this year’s ques- rector - thereby outguessing the other Serling’s classic television series The tion was the comedy caper Fitzwilly, tions. entrants this year. Twilight Zone. released in 1967. No, the answers I was looking for So a hearty and heartfelt congrat- QUESTION 2: This former mov- One of Van Dyke’s best but least- were two actors best known for their ulations to this year’s contest win- ie Tarzan also appeared on screen known movies, he portrays Claude association with Batman’s crimefight- ner: Debbie Ritchie of Ravia, who alongside the Three Stooges, and was Fitzwilliam - butler to Miss Victoria ing compatriot, Superman. also correctly answered four of our the stepfather of one of Hollywood’s Woodworth (Edith Evans), an elderly George Reeves - who first played five bonus trivia questions. Two oth- best-loved Oscar-winning actresses. heiress whose tremendous wealth is a the Man of Steel in the 1951 feature er entrants also got four of the bonus Who was he? myth fostered by Fitzwilliam; her fi- film Superman and the Mole Men be- questions right, but Debbie’s prognos- ANSWER: Jock Mohoney, who nancier father actually left her $180. fore gaining worldwide fame in the tication skills on the Oscar winners - began his career as a stuntman for The plot has “Fitzwilly” lead- TV series The Adventures of Super- including being the ONLY person to such stars as Gregory Peck, Errol ing the household staff on numerous man - had small roles in both Gone correctly guess that Parasite would Flynn and John Wayne, made some thefts, raids and swindles - including with the Wind (1939) and From Here bring home the Best Picture Oscar - of his earliest acting appearances in the operation of the fictional charity to Eternity (1953). scored her the win. several Three Stooges shorts for Co- and thrift shop, St. Dismas - to main- And Reeves’ Superman co-star As her reward, Debbie has earned lumbia, including Out West (1947) tain “Miss Vicki” in the lifestyle to Noel Neill - who replaced Phyllis our “Family Movie Night” prize and Squareheads of the Round Table which she is accustomed. Coates as Lois Lane in the TV show’s package consisting of several classic (1948). The film also co-stars Barbara Fel- second season, and also played Lois Hollywood films on DVD; four the- He went on to appear in a num- don (of Get Smart fame); as well as a in two earlier Superman movie serials atre-sized boxes of candy; four pack- ber of films and TV series, including very young Sam Waterston (famed for alongside Kirk Alyn - appeared in the ages of movie-style popcorn; and a turns as the villain in 1960’s Tarzan his role as Assistant District Attorney Oscar-winning films An American in two-liter bottle of soda pop. the Magnificent, starring Gordon Jack McCoy on TV’s Law & Order) Paris (1951) and The Greatest Show This year’s prize package also Scott. His performance in that film as Oliver, Miss Woodworth’s chauf- on Earth (1952). includes a very nice item of Holly- led producers to offer him the role of feur. QUESTION 5: This film was the wood-related memorabilia, provid- Tarzan himself, and Mohoney starred QUESTION 4: Superheroes are first to ever be shown at a drive-in the- ed by my old friends at the Texoma as Edgar Rice Burroughs’ famous all the rage in Hollywood these days, atre. Name the movie, and the year in Motion Picture Appreciation Society; jungle hero in Tarzan Goes To India but years ago two actors best-known which it was released. and a free copy of my recent book (1962) and Tarzan’s Three Challenges for their comic book alter egos each ANSWER: Here’s another one Dispatches From Nerdvana, which (1963). appeared in Best Picture Oscar win- that turned out to not be the stumper I contains (among other things) several He later returned to the franchise ning movies. Name the actors, their thought it might. The film in question essays that may be of interest to some as stunt coordinator for Bo Derek’s comic book characters AND the Best was Wife Beware, released in 1933 movie fans out there. awful 1981 remake of Tarzan The Ape Picture films they appeared in. and so obscure that being the first Speaking of this year’s bonus triv- Man. (He was never seen on-screen, ANSWER: Okay, this is the one movie to be shown at a drive-in is ap- ia questions: I promised that I would and yet was the best thing about the that - quite accidentally, I assure you - parently its only claim to fame. share the answers with readers in this movie.) turned out to be a trick question. Sev- So there you have it. Now if you’ll week’s column. I thought I came up Mohoney married Sally Field’s eral participants in this year’s contest excuse me, I’ve got to start hitting the with some pretty solid questions this mother in 1952; they divorced in thought the answer was two actors trivia books for next year’s contest... year, but everyone got four of the five 1968. who both portrayed Batman: Michael (Column copyright © 2020 by John A. Small)

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House Speaker sees healthcare as session’s top priorityY K By Charles McCall with Gov. Kevin Stitt lay- ‘In addition to Oklahoma Speaker ing out his requests and State House Update teacher licensing of the House goals to a joint meeting of The 2020 legislative the Legislature during his Address. ing each of the last two reciprocity, my session began last week annual State-of-the-State Just as last session, Re- years have put Oklahoma bill will also allow publicans in the House of teachers at the top of the Representatives will find region for average pay. healthcare pro- some common ground This year, I will be viders from other with Gov. Stitt in the introducing several meas- states to practice coming months. ures aimed at keeping SUCCESSOR PUBLICATION TO THE in Oklahoma with JOHNSTON COUNTY CAPITAL-DEMOCRAT One area of agreement veteran teachers in the (USPS 276-480) continues to be building classroom and encour- minimum restrictions. ’ a robust savings account aging retired teachers to Published weekly at 706 West Main Street, Charles McCall to better prepare the state return. Tishomingo, OK 73460. for future and inevitable I will also introduce Oklahoma Speaker of the House E-Mail Address: [email protected] economic downturns. a measure soon that will Telephone Number: (580) 371-0275 In his address, Gov. provide for licensing rec- that is also located at ty. In addition to teach- Tom and Mary Lokey...... Publishers Stitt again called for law- iprocity for teachers from least 25 miles from the er licensing reciprocity, John A. Small...... Managing Editor makers to increase state other states. This bill nearest municipality with my bill will also allow Rona Duke...... Typesetter savings by setting aside will allow teachers who a population greater than healthcare providers from Joshua Small...Photography/Ad Layout & Design $100 million this session. have obtained a license 25,000. other states to practice in Rex Lokey...... Advertising Sales Last session, the Legis- in another state to be au- The bill would limit Oklahoma with minimum lature saved more than tomatically approved to the exemption only to Melissa Small...... Distribution Assistant restrictions. $230 million, bringing work in Oklahoma. doctors who graduated Again, this policy REGULAR DEADLINES: the total state savings to Rural towns along the from a medical or osteo- would mostly benefit Classified Ads and Legals - 3 p.m. Monday; just over $1.1 billion. borders will likely see an pathic school in Oklaho- rural towns along the Display Ads, Obituaries and That is the largest sav- immediate benefit under ma, and who reside in the borders, but would also Community News - 5 p.m. Monday; ings balance in the history this measure, but I be- same county where the impact healthcare access All Other News and Photos: Noon Tuesday of the state, but the re- lieve it will expand our qualifying income was for all Oklahomans. Periodicals Postage Paid at Tishomingo, OK 73460 ality is it is not enough. teacher pool in urban earned. Thank you for allow- The opinions expressed in columns and letters To weather the five-year areas as well. Doctors who live with- ing me to serve as your to the editor are those held by the individual stretch of budget deficits A measure I filed this in the boundaries of a state representative. I writers, and do not necessarily reflect the we faced from 2013 to session to encourage tribal jurisdiction and are will keep you informed position of the Publishers. 2018, we would have more doctors to practice employed by a tribally regularly on the work we A proud member needed more than $3 bil- in rural areas of the state owned or operated health are doing on your behalf. of the lion in savings to stabilize is scheduled for a com- facility or federal Indian If you have any ques- funding for core services. mittee vote this week. Health Service facility tions or concerns, please We have taken signif- House Bill 3823 will would also qualify for contact me at (405) 557- icant steps in the right create a pilot program the credit. 7412 or at charles.mc- direction, but we have that allows doctors to The program has a $1 [email protected]. more work to do. claim a $25,000 tax credit million cap, though if it State Rep. Charles Education will once for up to five years. proves to be successful, I McCall (R-Atoka) rep- again be a priority for The bill defines a rural believe lawmakers would resents District 22 in the House Republicans. Ef- community as any munic- expand it in the future. Oklahoma House of Rep- forts to increase funding ipality with a population Access to healthcare resentatives, which in- Letters Policy: for K-12 education dur- of less than 25,000, and continues to be a priori- cludes Johnston County. The Johnston County Sentinel welcomes and encourages letters from our readers. Letters should address issues and ideas, not personalities; should be printed or typed and signed by the author; and are Voice Of The People subject to editing for clarity and space, or to eliminate statements considered libelous or in questionable taste. THE SENTINEL IS UNDER NO LEGAL OBLIGATION Explanation offered for early election office closure TO PUBLISH ANY LETTER AND HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE LETTERS THAT DO NOT MEET OUR Dear Editor: ever, that a closure was necessary, we were advised GUIDELINES. Letters will be accepted at the Sentinel Concerns have been raised concerning the clos- to post contact information for voters and potential office at 706 W. Main Street in Tishomingo, or may be ing of the County Election Board on the afternoon candidates. mailed to: Voice of the People, c/o Johnston County of Feb. 5. We made the decision to close at 4:35 p.m. Sentinel, 706 W. Main Street, Tishomingo, OK 73460. Mid-morning, we experienced several major I apologize for any inconvenience this early clo- UNSIGNED LETTERS AND LETTERS IN SUPPORT power surges and power was lost. We continued sure may have caused. While I have not heard from OF POLITICAL CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE PUB- to provide service to customers, despite the loss of any potential candidates, I am truly sorry if this clo- LISHED. Letters may also be e-mailed to: jcsentinel@ yahoo.com. LETTERS MUST INCLUDE A NAME AND power. sure had a negative impact on anyone who intended PHONE NUMBER FOR VERIFICATION PURPOSES; After reporting our situation to the State Election to file for office. PHONE NUMBERS WILL NOT BE PUBLISHED. C Board,M we were advised that an emergency situation B.J. Wheaton, Secretary could warrant an early closure. In the event, how- Johnston County Election Board Y K C M

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Thursday, February 13, 2020 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Page 3 Dateline: Johnston County Despite holiday, no early deadlines for next Sentinel A number of local offices and agen- Monday; cies will be closed next Monday, Feb. • Display Ads, Obituaries and Com- 17, in observance of the President’s munity News - 5 p.m. Monday; and Day holiday. • All other news and photos: Noon However, the Johnston County on Tuesday. Sentinel will be open for business as usual that day. Next week’s issue will also be Accordingly, all of the Sentinel’s printed and distributed on the usual regular deadlines will remain in place schedule next Wednesday, Feb. 19. as usual for next week’s issue, dated Whether you get the day off or will Feb. 20. be on the job as usual, the Sentinel Those deadlines are as follows: wishes everyone a safe, healthy and • Classified Ads and Legals - 3 p.m. happy President’s Day weekend. RPWA workers contend with major break in water main By Matthew Cravatt Sentinel Correspondent Ravia News The Ravia Public Work Authority (RPWA) host Victory Home Center, are encouraged crew faced a severe wa- Health for a small se- to inquire at the door. ter main break Monday, nior health seminar to- Ravia’s National around noon, which ran day (Thursday), from 11 Weather Service based the town out of water for a.m., to noon. forecast summary: Ra- nearly six hours while It will include tips on via area residents can Mill Creek Students of the Month they made repairs. senior health and avoid- expect clear skies for Mill Creek School recently released its list of honorees as Students of At around 6 p.m., ing sickness during cold Thursday and Friday, the Month for January. Award recipients pictured left to right include: with repairs made, May- and flu season, along with lows down to the (back row) Camren Courtney, Makenzie Walker and Jasmine Savage; or Ricky Kreger sent with providing attend- mid–20s, and highs up (middle row) Darren Geirke, Brooklyn Lanier and Bootsie Warren; RPWA workers home ees with blood sugar and to 50. (front row) Coyt Riddle, Addison Clover and Kinley Alexander. and sat with the project blood pressure testing. Temperatures will as pressure built, while You’re invited to gradually rise as clouds watching for signs of join the Ravia Senior roll in Saturday, bring- Prayer meeting turnout low, leakage until after 10 Citizens for lunch, dom- ing rain chances by eve- that evening. inoes and conversation ning, continuing through As a result of the wa- on Thursdays at the Ra- Washington’s birthday ter outage, RPWA Clerk via Community Center, on Monday. but good reports received Kim Murray received a located at 202 E. Second Mayor Kreger re- high call volume, which Street. minds Ravia residents to By Jerry Blackerby Milburn News required her to stay after The doors open pen or leash your dogs Sentinel Correspondent hours as well. around 10 a.m., with to protect your neigh- Last Thursday, Feb. Kreger commends lunch at noon. bors from bites, and pets C 6, M was the community The church serves lunch Hospital will provide all RWPA employees for This week’s menu from the consequences prayer meeting at the on the third Tuesday of CPR training for all high putting in extra time and features spaghetti with of biting. Y MilburnK Community each month. school students at 1 p.m. maximum effort to get sauce, a vegetable, bread You can inform the Center. I receive messag- Wednesday, Feb. municipal water systems and dessert, with coffee, Ravia area community The few present es every few days from 19 - Milburn Junior up and running, while tea or water to drink. of important news and had 25 prayer requests, friends asking if I have High School Academ- maintaining a high de- Persons interested in upcoming events with which were prayed for. heard the good news. ic Team competes in an gree of public service. being a kitchen helper, a a call to 371-0275, or We had several Invariably the good academic competition at The Ravia Senior volunteer position with e-mail at ravia.news@ good reports on previ- news is about a specific Stringtown. Citizens’ Center will the Ravia Senior Citizen gmail.com with details. ous prayer requests. We named something. Usu- ◊◊◊ know that God does an- ally there are various swer prayer. names, such as govern- Bible Trivia: What Speaker McCall files transportation bill The next community ment grants or initials seed did Manna look prayer meeting will be such as ICF or IMF and like? Economic growth in structure is a big part of mittee by Rep. Ronny March 5. other names. rural areas would be giv- that.” Johns (R-Ada), vice On Saturday, Feb. 15, These are for Last week’s ques- en more consideration HB 4028 passed the chair of the House Trans- the Wapanucka Church some “free money” or tion: Who was the king in the state’s eight-year House Rules Committee portation Committee. of God of Prophecy will “grants.” In other words, of Judea at the time of transportation project by an 8-0 vote Tuesday. It now advances to the have a women’s retreat something for nothing. Jesus’ birth? Answer: plan under a bill filed by It was presented in com- House floor. at 2 p.m., conducted by If you receive a message Herod the Great (Mat- House Speaker Charles Brenda Pettyjohn. like this, beware because thew 2:1) McCall (R-Atoka). Door prizes and re- it is a scam. ◊◊◊ House Bill 4028 re- Eric R. Jones, Attorney freshments will be pro- Here is a link about “Let us run with quires the Department of has expanded his office! vided by the church. All it from the Feder- perseverance the race Transportation to “iden- Located at 205 1/2 Plaza in Madill, tify rural areas where women are invited. al Trade Commission marked out for us, fixing Eric has associated with The church is about (FTC)-https://www. our eyes on Jesus, the robust economic devel- three blocks north of the consumer.ftc.gov/ar- pioneer and perfecter opment has created traf- four-way stop on Hwy ticles/0113-govern- of faith. For the joy set fic flow difficulties,” and Attorney Betsy Clark. 48 in Wapanucka. ment-grant-scams. before him he endured give more prioritization Call Wanda Scrib- ◊◊◊ the cross, scorning its to road funding for those • Criminal Defense ner at (580) 443-5482 or Milburn School: shame, and sat down areas in ODOT’s eight- Betty Wallace at (580) Feb. 14-15 - High at the right hand of the year construction plan. • Family Law 937-4430 for additional School basketball dis- throne of God. Consider “This minor adjust- information. trict playoffs are at him who endured such ment to the road funding • Personal Injury On Tuesday, Feb. Whitesboro. opposition from sinners, formula will go a long 18, Milburn First Baptist Saturday, Feb. 15 so that you will not grow way for rural Oklahoma. Church serves lunch to - Milburn Livestock weary and lose heart.” Everyone benefits from • General Civil senior citizens and oth- Booster Club barbecue (Hebrews 12:1-3, KJV) a strong rural Oklahoma er community members dinner and lawnmower If you have any an- because rural Oklahoma • DHS in the fellowship hall at giveaway at Johnston provides for all of Okla- F Open and Staffed Both can be reached at: noon. County Fairgrounds at 6 See MILBURN homa,” McCall said. Come out, bring a p.m. Page 4 “Transportation infra- Monday - Friday (580) 795-6855 friend, and enjoy good Tuesday, Feb. 18 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. food and fellowship. - Tishomingo Mercy

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Page 4 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Thursday, February 13, 2020 Vehicular issues dominate commissioners’ meeting Action regarding new to pay for the vehicle up- es - received from Emer- Acting on the recom- contains some outdated $32; and vehicles for two local front then receive the re- gency Vehicle Sales and mendation of EMS Di- equipment. • Voted 3-0 to hire agencies were among the imbursement through the Services of Blanchard rector Kenny Power, the In other business the CPA firm of Sand- main item of business be- REAP program. - contained two separate commissioners opted to Monday, the commis- ers, Bledsoe and Hewett fore the Johnston County The plan presented to bids. table a decision in order sioners took the follow- in Broken Arrow for Board of Commissioners the commissioners Mon- One, in the amount for Power to present all ing actions: preparation of the coun- this week. day calls for the fire de- of $94,177, was for a ve- three bids to the EMS • Voted 3-0 to ap- ty’s 2020-21 estimate of During their regular partment to use $30,000 hicle fully matching the Board of Directors at its prove a request by Brian needs and budget. weekly meeting Mon- from its account with the bid specifications. meeting later this week. Keeling to dedicate an A discussion and day morning, commis- Johnston County Fire- The firm’s second Power said he would acre of land on his prop- possible action regarding sioners Jacky Hallmark, fighter’s Association to bid, for a demo unit that return with the board’s erty for use as a private the proposed installation Mike Thompson and T.J. pay the bulk of the cost. includes an anti-theft recommendation at the cemetery; of LED lighting in the Clements approved the The rest will report- switch, was submitted at commissioners’ meeting • Voted 3-0 to ap- county jail and Johnston Ravia Fire Department’s edly come from the fire $96,333. next Tuesday, Feb. 18. prove the purchase of a County Sheriff’s Office purchase of a 2020 mod- department’s own ac- The other bidder, He also noted that new copier machine for was once again tabled el Dodge Ram cab and count. Missouri-based Osage the new vehicle will re- the County Treasurer’s after Sheriff Jon Smith chassis truck through Clements’ motion to Services and Supply, place an ambulance unit office at a cost of $4,522, reported that he was still state contract. approve the purchase was in the amount of that has undergone a pre- plus a monthly mainte- awaiting information Captain John Rogers passed by a vote of 3-0. $125,788. vious remounting and nance service charge of from a vendor. of the Ravia Fire De- partment said the truck Also during Mon- is being purchased for day’s meeting, the com- Chief offers update on city fire subscriptions $41,000 through a Rural missioners opened two By Emily McCarter The Tishomingo Fire Depart- tiple properties, the landowner Economic Action Plan bid packages received Sentinel Intern Reporter ment has made multiple purchases would be charged an additional (REAP) grant awarded for the planned purchase with this income, including two $15. to the town last year. of a 2018 or newer vehi- Since the Tishomingo fire new brush trucks and half of a res- For example, if you own a Because that funding cle to replace an ambu- subscription program initiated in cue truck; and is in the process of rental house that is not your pri- is in the form of a re- lance unit now in use by 2001, Fire Chief Michael Martin buying a new fire truck. mary residence, the property own- imbursement grant, the Johnston County EMS. said last week, it has reached an er would be charged an additional department is required One of those packag- approximate 60 percent enroll- The annual payment partic- $15. ment participation. ipants must make is $35, which Martin said any residents who Community Calendar Martin stated that this program is due on July 1 each year. This are not current subscribers, but has been very successful since this amount is for all primary residenc- would like to be, can go to Tisho- initiative has been available to the es. mingo City Hall to fill out the form Offices Closed Next Monday city. If a resident should own mul- and make an annual payment. The Johnston County Courthouse and Tisho- mingo City Hall will both be closed next Mon- day, Feb. 17, in observance of the President’s Day House bill aims to improve rural healthcare holiday. Both offices will resume regular business Oklahoma Speak- “We need a multifac- a medical or osteopathic million was claimed hours on Tuesday, Feb.18. er of the House Charles eted approach to improv- school in Oklahoma. statewide. McCall (R-Atoka) has ing access to care in our The doctor must also McCall said the bill introduced a measure smaller communities, reside in the same county is essentially a pilot pro- Lions Club Guest Speaker aimed at encouraging and we have to find ways where the qualifying in- gram, and he would seek Tishomingo Lions Club will meet next more doctors to practice to encourage providers come was earned. to expand the credit if it Wednesday, Feb. 19, at noon in the Aggie Din- in rural areas of the state. to move into and practice Doctors who live encourages doctors to ing Room on the campus of Murray State College House Bill 3823 in those communities,’ within the boundaries of relocate to rural parts of in Tishomingo for their regular weekly meeting. would allow doctors who McCall said. a tribal jurisdiction and the state. Lisa Shephard, patient experience coordinator practice in rural commu- “This would allow are employed by a trib- McCall said he in- for the Chickasaw Nation health clinic in Tisho- nities to claim a $25,000 those doctors to take that ally owned or operated tends to introduce ad- mingo, will be the guest speaker and will be ad- tax credit for the tax year money they saved and health facility or federal ditional legislation this dressing the new nutrition center which will be beginning in 2021. invest it in their practic- Indian Health Service fa- session to address ru- opening soon. A buffet lunch will be available for The bill defines rural es, to pay student loans cility would also qualify ral health care worker purchase, and the public is welcome to attend. communities as any mu- and to invest in the local for the credit. shortages by instituting nicipality with a popula- community.” A doctor could claim improved professionalC M Ravia Fire Department Benefit tion of less than 25,000, the credit for up to five licensing reciprocity for and which is also locat- The bill would limit years. The credit would health care professionY- K The Ravia Fire Department will host an “all- ed at least 25 miles from the exemption only to end once a total of $1 als. you-can-eat” fish fry and pie and cake auction on the nearest municipality doctors who practice in Saturday, Feb. 22, starting at 5 p.m. at the fire sta- with a population greater a rural area as defined tion. 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Thursday, February 13, 2020 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Page 5 Local students among those to attend special music event The Oklahoma Mu- dle Schools; Durant other choirs. He is also sic Educators Associ- Intermediate and Mid- the organist and choral ation (OMEA) will be dle Schools; Harmony; accompanist at Bartles- sponsoring the Circle Kingston; Stringtown; ville First Church. the State with Song Sulphur; Tushka; and The piano accom- (CTSWS) Children’s the SHARE community panist will be Denise Honor Chorus Festival choir. Lovell, education coor- again this year. Approximately 170 dinator for Eastern Okla- The goal of this fes- students in grades 4-8 homa State College’s tival is to provide an op- will gather at Durant GEAR UP program. portunity for exceptional Middle School for the After a full day of music students to work all-day choir festival. rehearsal, students will with guest clinicians on These talented stu- present a public concert challenging children’s dents will spend the day that afternoon. choral music. rehearsing with clinician The Circle the State Students from Alex Rivera, the choir with Song concert will Tishommingo will be director at Bartlesville be held on Saturday, among those attending High School, where he Feb. 29, at 4 p.m. in the the one-day event. teaches the tenor/bass Durant Middle School Other participat- chorale, music appreci- Auditorium in Durant. ing schools are Atoka ation, AP music theory, The public is invited to Elementary and Mid- and accompanies several attend. Tishomingo Senior Citizens Center Menus THS Student, Teacher of the Month 601 West Main, Tishomingo • 371-9116 Freshman Emily McCarter and Kyle Lafevers were recently selected as Tishomingo High School’s February Teacher and Student of the Month. School Menus COLEMAN Lunch Lunch Monday Hamburger, fries, chips, Popcorn chicken, dinner Breakfast lettuce, tomatoes, roll, mashed potatoes Chicken biscuit, cereal, pickle, beans, fruit. and gravy, baby carrots, fruit. WAPANUCKA fruit, salad bar. Lunch Monday Wednesday Spaghetti with meat Breakfast Breakfast sauce, garlic breadstick, Sausage and cheese Doughnuts, cereal, fruit. green beans, Caesar biscuit, cereal, fruit. Lunch salad, fruit, salad bar. Lunch Waffles, scrambled eggs, Tuesday King ranch chicken, breakfast potatoes, Breakfast chips, salsa, beans, fruit, sausage patty, fruit, Cinnamon toast, salad bar. salad bar. scrambled eggs, Tuesday Thursday oatmeal, fruit. Breakfast Breakfast Lunch Pancakes, sausage, Chicken biscuit, cereal, C PopcornM chicken, dinner cereal, fruit. fruit. roll, mashed potatoes Lunch Lunch Y andK gravy, baby carrots, Barbecue little smokies, Nacho bar with fruit, salad bar. macaroni and cheese, beef, queso, chips and Wednesday ranch roasted potatoes, beans, salsa, fruit, salad Breakfast fruit, salad bar. bar. Breakfast burrito, cereal, Wednesday fruit. Breakfast MANNSVILLE Lunch Scrambled eggs, Monday Waffles, scrambled eggs, sausage, toast, cereal, NO SCHOOL VALENTINE breakfast potatoes, fruit. Tuesday sausage patty, fruit, Lunch Breakfast salad bar. Sweet and sour chicken, Breakfast burrito, fruit. STEAK DINNER Thursday Lo Mein, broccoli, fruit, Lunch Breakfast salad bar. Raviolis, green beans, Doughnuts, cereal, fruit. Thursday salad, toast, fruit. Co-sponsored by Lunch Breakfast Wednesday Nacho bar with Breakfast pizza, cereal, Breakfast Pontotoc beef, queso, chips and fruit. Pancake on a stick, fruit. beans, salsa, fruit, salad Lunch Lunch Masonic Lodge No. 136 bar. Corn dog, tater tots, Sloppy Joe, sliced TISHOMINGO green beans, fruit, salad potatoes, broccoli, Monday bar. bread, fruit. NO SCHOOL MILBURN Thursday Saturday, Febuary 15 Tuesday Monday Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Cinnamon toast, fruit. Ham and cheese potato, Cinnamon toast, scram- Lunch salad, crackers, fruit, bled eggs, oatmeal, fruit. Chicken patty, mixed sour cream. Lunch vegetables, salad, bread, 5 p.m. Wednesday Spaghetti with meat fruit. Lunch sauce, garlic breadstick, Friday Pizza, salad, crackers, green beans, Caesar Breakfast fruit, cookies. salad, fruit, salad bar. Cereal, graham crackers, Thursday Tuesday fruit. Lunch Breakfast Lunch $20 each Corn dog, beans, fruit. Breakfast burrito, cereal, Nachos, ranch beans, Friday fruit. salad, cookie, fruit.

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Page 6 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Thursday, February 13, 2020 Johnston County Milestones MSC’s O’Connor honored as Coach of the Week Murray State College leading up to the honor nouncement of O’Con- men’s basketball head by first beating Connors nor’s selection as Coach coach Kevin O’Connor State, 81-72. of the Week, but have was named Junior Col- The MSC men then since moved to 11-0 in lege Coach of the Week took their game on the OCAC play after defeat- last week by HoopDirt. road and defeated Red- ing Western Oklahoma com. lands Community Col- State College 93-67 on Coach O’Connor’s lege 75-66 on Jan. 30 to Friday, Feb 7. Aggies, who improved start the second half of Coaches selected for to 18-3 overall and 9-0 in conference play. the weekly honor are Murray State College Coach Kevin O’Connor stratigizes with his Region 2 play, won both The Aggies were in eligible for HoopDirt. players during a recent game. their games the week the midst of an 11-game com’s National Coach of winning streak and are the Year award, which is Obituaries currently ranked 17th in presented by Just Play Paid Obituary NJCAA Division I, up Solutions. The winner from a 21st place rank- will be announced at the Brad Columbus Gilbert Jimmie “Delton” Dean ing the previous week, conclusion of the 2019- RAVIA – Funeral ser- which was the team’s 20 college basketball vices for Brad Columbus Jimmie “Delton” first national ranking in season. Gilbert, 78, of Ravia, were Dean, 83, passed from program history. Recipients are an- held Friday, Feb. 7, at the this life on Feb. 8, 2020, The Aggies had a bye nounced from each col- Ravia Church of God, Rev. at Blue River Nursing week following the an- legiate basketball level. Lynn Gipson officiating. Home in Tishomingo, Interment followed in the Okla. Delton was born Annual food drive Ravia Cemetery. The son of July 22, 1936, in Folsom, the late Harrison Columbus Okla., to Dennis and Gilbert and Alyeen (Payne) Mary Jane Tipton Dean. raises $2.3 million Gilbert, he was born Nov. He was a 1954 grad- 10, 1941, in Talihina, and died Feb. 3, 2020, in Sher- uate of Coleman High The Regional Food our efforts do make an man, Texas. School, and spent all of his life calling Coleman Bank of Oklahoma’s impact.” A graduate of Ravia High School, he later pur- home. On Nov. 2, 1956, he ran off to Clayton, Holiday Match cam- Oklahoma is the fifth sued a career in the oil field business and worked N.M., with the love of his life, Lue Melton, to paign raised more than hungriest state in the na- for several different oil companies in Oklahoma and get married and they spent 63 years of wonderful $2.3 million, thanks to tion, with one in six res- west Texas before his retirement in 2003. marriage together since. the generosity of Okla- idents lacking consistent He married Sandra (Crow) Gilbert on July 5, Delton was a kid at heart when it came to get- homans and match part- access to enough food 2014, in Commerce, Texas. She survives of the home. ting behind the wheel of a car; he always wanted ners APMEX.com, the for an active, healthy Other survivors include two sons, Quent Gilbert to just put the pedal to the metal and make the Cresap Family Founda- life. and wife Jeannine of Midland, Texas, and Brad Gil- hairs on the back of your neck stand up. He loved tion and Chesapeake En- Campaigns like the bert Jr. and wife Tabby of Kermit, Texas; two daugh- going to local ball games and supporting the kids, ergy Corporation. Holiday Match help the ters, Pallie Bowman and husband Cal of Tishomingo, especially his grandchildren. Delton also enjoyed “We are so grateful Regional Food Bank and Tara Barnett and husband James of Ravia; three horse racing and fishing, but wasn’t a fan of the for the generous com- distribute nearly one sisters, Daisy Lavonn Benge and husband Chester of cold water. Every time someone would ask if he mitments of our match million pounds of food Ardmore, Connie Gayle Stevens of Ravia and Evelyn was working hard today his response would be, partners,” Cassie Gil- per week to its commu- Kay Nelson of Tishomingo; 16 grandchildren; and “I’m just piddling.” man, chief development nity-based partner agen- seven great-grandchildren. His family would tell you he really just wanted officer of the Regional cies in central and west- He was preceded in death by a son, Scott Bradley to be the boss and tell other people what to do and Food Bank, said. ern Oklahoma. Gilbert; a brother, Ernest Gilbert; and a great-grand- how to do it, but not actually have to do it. Being “Thanks to their gen- “Hunger is wideC- M son. able to give was such a joy to Delton; he had a erosity and leadership, spread in our state and Y K Brad Gilbert Jr., James Barnett, Cal Bowman, garden and could grow anything and everything. they inspired others to affects countless fam- Raymond Barnett, Charles Barnett, Shelton Barnett, He could get 55 gallons a day with how much okra support our mission.” ilies, children, seniors Nicolas Barnett and Francisco Martinez served as he grew that he just loved to give to people. The Regional Food and veterans,” John pall bearers. Delton was also the master of picking a water- Bank’s campaign part- Cresap with the Cresap Services were held under the direction of Tishom- melon by just one thump to it. His granddaughter ners matched every gift Family Foundation said. ingo Funeral Home. Kenya said that he would read the Farmer’s Alma- made between Nov. “We are immense- nac and tell her exactly what to do when it came to 15 and Dec. 31 to the ly proud to partner with raising babies, and boy was it accurate, she said. A Holiday Match. The the Regional Food Bank, Adam Heath Monjay real dinner, not for Delton, he preferred the sweets campaign will help to Chesapeake Energy and TISHOMINGO – Fu- over anything. Visiting with people and spending provide more than nine APMEX.com, and pro- neral services for Adam time with his family was what he enjoyed doing million meals for the one vide incentive for others Heath Monjay, 36, of Tisho- most of all, and he will be forever missed. in six Oklahomans who to join the fight against mingo, were held Mon- Delton was preceded in death by his parents, live with food insecurity. hunger.” day, Feb. 10, at the United Dennis and Mary Jane Dean; a brother, J.C. Dean; “It is truly remark- The support of do- Church of Tishomingo, Rev. and a sister, Manie Darter. able to see Oklahomans nors helps Oklahomans Jon Hazell officiating. In- Those he leaves to cherish his memories are come together to help like Shamika. The food terment followed in the Oak his wife of 63 years, Lue Dean of Coleman; his raise funds for the Re- she receives monthly at Grove Cemetery in Nida. children, Mark Dean of Coleman, Matt Dean and gional Food Bank’s Hol- the Moore Food and Re- The son of Terry Monjay wife Lisa of Coleman, and Mitch Dean of Cole- iday Match campaign, source Center help her and Jearline (Arnold) Mon- man; six grandchildren, Megan Holder and hus- and the 2019 campaign feed her two children. jay, he was born June 5, 1983, in Sulphur, and died band Jason, Kenya Wisdom and husband Trey, was another big suc- “Being able to shop Feb. 6, 2020, in Marshall County. Blake Dean and wife Kristin, Acey Dean, Rylee cess,” Scott Thomas, here helps provide a lot A 2001 graduate of Mill Creek High School, he Dean and Jerney Dean; nine great-grandchildren, APMEX.com president, of people like me with moved to Tishomingo in 2000 and worked as a weld- Cadence Holder, Sadie Holder, Raylee Holder, said. a great source of nutri- er and a truck driver, most recently as a driver for Taylen Wisdom, Stetson Wisdom, Braxton Dean, “Our community tion,” Shamika says. “It Backyard Energy Services in Kingfisher. Silas Dean, Cayden Dean and Rosalee Dean; his really stepped up and really comes in handy He was preceded in death by a brother, Justin sisters, Annie McArthur and husband Richard of made a difference for and I look forward to Monjay. Tishomingo and Janie Callen of Milburn; and a thousands of Oklaho- coming here to see the Survivors include his parents, Terry and Jearline host of nieces, nephews and friends who will mans who struggle with different items they of- Monjay of Tishomingo; a son, Ryan Monjay; three deeply miss him. food insecurity. How- fer.” daughters, Kelsey Monjay, Kamryn Monjay and Funeral services to honor and celebrate the ever, the need continues For every dollar do- Bentley Monjay; a brother, Kevin Monjay of Sul- life of Delton Dean will be held at 10 a.m. today year-round and I hope nated, the Regional Food phur; and two sisters, Terri Abercrombe of Stillwater (Thursday), Feb. 13, at Folsom Free Will Baptist this success encourag- Bank can help provide and Linda Griggs of Oklahoma City. Church. Interment will follow in the Coleman es more of us to donate four meals to those liv- Services were held under the direction of Tisho- Cemetery. Family hour was Wednesday, Feb. and volunteer because ing with hunger. mingo Funeral Home. 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. at DeArman-Clark Funeral Home. Marion Imogene Gover Arrangements were made under the direction of DeArman-Clark Funeral Home. Family and TISHOMINGO – Graveside services for Mari- friends can leave online condolences and memo- DeArman - CLARK on Imogene Gover, 92, of Midland, Texas, were held ries at www.dearmanfuneralhome.com. Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Tishomingo Cemetery. FUNERAL Home She is survived by two children, Donna Rangel and Ronald Gover. Arrangements were conducted under the direc- 305 E Main tion of Nalley-Pickle and Welch Funeral Home of Tishomingo, OK 73460 Midland. Davey Preston Bucker VALENTINE’S (580) 371-2338 TISHOMINGO – Graveside services for Davey To: clarkfuneralservice.net Preston Bucker, 64, were scheduled to be held at 2 Melissa p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the Center Hill Cem- Joe DeArman Owner/Funeral Director etery under the direction of DeArman-Clark Funeral Sweetheart, thank Chelsey Van Horn Funeral Director Home in Tishomingo. Mr. Bucker died Feb. 8, 2020, Kim Clark Secretary in Durant. you for bringing We are glad to say our funeral home owns all necessary A full obituary will appear in next week’s issue of equipment for any funeral or cremation service your the Johnston County Sentinel. happiness into family chooses. When you place your trust in DeArman - Clark Funeral my life. From: Home your loved one never leaves facilities owned by our funeral home and never leaves the care of our staff. Like Us On Seigel Please compare our staff, services, facilities and Paul merchandise anywhere. 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Thursday, February 13, 2020 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Page 7 ECU Screens to host annual foreign film festival On Valentine’s Day, biggest stars, Academy screenwriter, artist and ECU Screens will launch Award-winner Jean Du- puppeteer Rezo Gabri- East Central Universi- jardin (The Artist) and adze – a world that is as ty’s 10th annual Foreign César winner Mélanie fantastic as the anima- Film Festival featuring Laurent (Inglorious tion into which he has released foreign-lan- Basterds). poured this story of his guage films from France, Seasoned with a life. the Republic of Georgia, timely streak of femi- In 2018, this charm- and Spain. nism, this zesty screw- ing autobiographical The films air on the ball comedy offers au- animated documenta- second, third and fourth diences an “enjoyable ry won Best Animated Fridays in Feb. at 4 p.m. romp” through Napole- Movie at the Asia Pa- at the Raymond Estep onic France (The Guard- cific Screen Awards and Multimedia Center in- ian). Best Documentary at the side the Bill S. Cole Uni- In 1809, the charm- European Independent versity Center in Ada. ing Captain Neuville Film Awards. All screenings are (Dujardin) is set to mar- Rezo is distributed free and open to the pub- ry the naïve Pauline in the United States by lic. (Noémie Merlant) when StageRussia, an intercul- Prior to the first war breaks out, forcing tural project whose aim screening on Feb. 14, Neuville to depart for is “to share the beau- ECU Screens and ECU’s the battlefield. After not ty of Russian culture, Linscheid Library Ac- hearing from the cap- which in these politi- ademic Friends invite tain for months, Pauline cally charged times can the community to attend grows sick with worry, act as an olive branch an event titled “Ask Me and her sister Eliza- between East and West, About the World.” beth (Laurent) decides unified by universally Award-winning French actors Mélanie Laurent (left) and Jean The event will fea- to write letters on Neu- understood film perfor- Dujardin star in Return of the Hero (Le Retour du Hero), one of the ture international ECU ville’s behalf to cheer mances.” films being screened at East Central University’s 10th annual ECU students and faculty who her up. The running time for Screens Foreign Film Festival Feb. 14-28. will be sharing stories Eventually, Neuville Rezo is one hour and 15 and answering questions returns home in glory minutes. It has not been Film Awards, as well as Dr. Sarah Peters, as- to help Banderas prepare about their home coun- and is welcomed as a rated by the MPAA. the New York Film Crit- sistant dean of the col- for his first Hollywood tries. hero, but unbeknownst The Festival con- ics Association and the lege of liberal arts and role. “Ask Me About the to everyone but Eliza- cludes at 4 p.m. Friday, Los Angeles Film Crit- sciences, chair of the de- To learn more about World” also features beth, Neuville is, in fact, Feb. 28, with the Span- ics Association, and his partment of English and ECU Screens, like the music, food and books a penniless war deserter. ish-language drama first nomination for an languages, and co-direc- ECU Screens Facebook that the students have Elizabeth is deter- Pain and Glory (Dolor y Academy Award as Best tor of ECU Screens, will page. chosen to represent their mined to expose the real Gloria), the 22nd feature Actor in a Leading Role. introduce Return of the Benton may be con- home countries, includ- Neuville, and the two film by legendary Span- Pain and Glory has Hero. tacted at (580) 559-5877 ing India, Nepal, Ghana, imposters find them- ish film director Pedro been rated “R” by the Dr. Mara Sukholuts- or [email protected]. South Korea, Russia and selves in a ruthless fight. Almodóvar. MPAA for drug use, kaya, professor of En- the Bahamas. The running time for Re- The most person- some graphic nudity and glish and languages and “Ask Me About the turn of the Hero is one al film of Almodóvar’s language. director of global edu- World” will begin at 3 hour and 31 minutes. It career, Pain and Glory All Foreign Film cation, will introduce p.m. inside the atrium of has not been rated by the stars Antonio Banderas Festival events are free Rezo. the University Center. MPAA. as Salvador Mallo, a and open to the public, Dr. Steve Benton, The film festival The Foreign Film film director in physical and door prizes – books director of the honors launches at 4 p.m. Fri- Festival continues at decline, which Almodó- and foods associated program and co-director day, Feb. 14, with the 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. var based on his own with the home countries of ECU SCREENS, will French-language ro- 21, with Rezo, a Rus- life. of each film – will be introduce Pain and Glo- mantic comedy Return sian-language film from Banderas’ perfor- given away after each ry and discuss his expe- of the Hero (Le Retour the Republic of Georgia. mance recently earned screening. rience giving private En- C du MHero), which show- Rezo explores the him a Best Actor award Each film will also glish lessons to Antonio cases the comedic tal- rich inner world of the at the Cannes Film Fes- be introduced by an Banderas at Banderas’s Y entsK of two of France’s renowned Georgian tival and the European ECU faculty member. home in Madrid in 1990

TISHOMINGO 103 South Cherokee ABUNDANT LIFE Darryl Patrick, Pastor CATHEDRAL Johnston County Church Guide (580) 384-5421 99 and Morrow Lane • 371-0129 Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Revs. Daniel & Delores Stevens, Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Pastors Sunday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Bible Verse of the Week: UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wednesday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. 622-3553 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Rev. Betty Stone, Pastor 211 N. Broadway • 371-2112 "Therefore the law is paralyzed, and justice Sunday Worship...... 9:30 a.m. Cordell and Erin Hines, Pastors Bible Study...Immediately Following Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Monday Bible Study...... 6:30 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 10:40 a.m. never prevails. The wicked hem in the PONTOTOC Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Rev. Marsha Purtell, Pastor BULLARD CHAPEL BAPTIST righteous, so that justice is perverted.” Sunday School...... 9:00 a.m. Bullard Chapel Rd • 371-2504 Sunday Worship...... 9:45 a.m. Howard Stanley, Pastor REAGAN Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. (Habakkuk 1:4, NIV) PENNINGTON UNITED METHODIST Sunday Worship...... 10:45 a.m. Hwy. 7, Indian Church Rd. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH Wednesday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. David Boggs, Pastor Rev. Gene Hancock, Pastor FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Wednesday Worship...... 7 p.m. 1/4 mi. South of Y • 371-9296 MT. OLIVE CHURCH OF Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Seeley Chapel Road • 836-7142 211 S. Grand Ave. • 371-2065 Rex Clayton, Pastor GOD IN CHRIST Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Rev. Kevin Russell, Pastor RAVIA Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. 701 East 6th Street • 371-3165 Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. RAVIA BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Samuel Huff, Pastor Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. TEMPLE OF GOD Sunday Worship...... 10:50 a.m. Hwy 1 North Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Hwy 99 • 384-5569 Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. COLEMAN Tony Poe, Pastor Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Nightly Prayer...... 7:00 p.m. COLEMAN CHURCH Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. 407 E. Main • 371-3243 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE OF CHRIST Sunday Worship...... 10:45 a.m. 15th and Burney Wednesday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. Luke Holmes, Pastor 400 South Muldrow • 371-3120 Highway 48 Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m Mat Benedick, Minister CHURCH OF GOD (Transportation available; Rev. Larry Strouse, Pastor Sunday Morning...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. P.O. Box 117• 371-9384 call for ride.) Sunday Worship...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. FILLMORE Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Len Gipson, Pastor Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. MISSIONARY Sunday Evening...... 5:00 p.m. Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 10:40 a.m. Midweek Discipleship COLEMAN BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST UNITED Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. (Wednesday)...... 6:30 p.m. BAPTIST CHURCH (580) 380-6769 METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. MURRAY STATE COLLEGE 6610 OK Hwy. 48 S., Coleman, Rev. Michael Horath, Pastor 13th and Chickasaw Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH BAPTIST STUDENT UNION OK (580) 937-4311 Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Ron King, Pastor ROCK HARBOR CHURCH 6th and Burris • 371-3497 801 South Murray • 371-2160 Ron Brown, Pastor Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. (580) 239-1161 (Home) Hwy 22, Ravia • 371-9441 Bobby L. Davis Sr., Pastor Tuesday Evening...... 8:00 p.m. www.colemanbaptist.com Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. (580) 653-2649 Jon Smith, Pastor Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Wednesday...... Noon. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. FREEDOM FELLOWSHIP Sunday Worship...... 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. 202 N. Neshoba • 371-2498 Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Hwy. 48A • (580) 443-5525 Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. Rev. Joel Thompson, Pastor Wednesday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. MILBURN Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. FIRST INDIAN BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. FOLSOM FREE WILL Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. CHURCH OF GOD WAPANUCKA 803 N. Byrd • (580) 443-5665 Sunday Worship...... 10:45 a.m. BAPTIST CHURCH Wednesday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. (229) 415-2283 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH (Message) Wed. ASK Group...... 3:30 p.m. Rayden Whitmire, Pastor CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Rev. Billy Hall and Tim Carter, Pastor Rev. Dale Perry, Pastor Thursday Wesley MSC...... Noon Coleman, OK Rev. Dusk Monetatchi, Pastor Sister Addie Hall, Pastors Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. VICTORY TABERNACLE www.folsomfwb.com Breakfast...... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. 201 West 4th St. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sun & Wed Evening...... 7:00 p.m. (580) 257-0180 Sunday Worship...... 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 10:45 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. FREE LOVE Charles Pitts, Pastor Sunday Evening...... 5:30 p.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH OF GOD OUTREACH MINISTRY Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. HOPEWELL FREEWILL Second Wednesday of the Month: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 5th and N St. 609 North Byrd St. • 387-5035 Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. BAPTIST CHURCH Fellowship Dinner Hwy. 78 • (580) 443-5713 580) 364-2709 Gary Poole, Pastor; Angelia Poole, Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Southeast of Coleman (No service on Mark McGehee, Pastor Leon & Sharon Crites, Pastors Co-Pastor Wednesday Evening...... 7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 10:00 a.m. any other Wednesday.) Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. UNITED CHURCH Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 10:50 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. 8th & Kemp Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. MANNSVILLE Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening...... 5:00 p.m. Tuesday Overcomers...... 12:00 p.m. Jon Hazell, Pastor FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD Wednesday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study... 6:30 p.m. Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. CONNERVILLE 20th & Chickasaw • 371-9685 CHRIST INDEPENDENT CHURCH OF GOD Thursday Overcomers...... 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 10:30 a.m. BLUE BAPTIST CHURCH Charles Reed, Pastor BAPTIST CHURCH OF PROPHECY CENTRAL CHURCH OF CHRIST Sunday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. Hwy. 377 North • 836-7882 Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Brother Earl White, Pastor Hwy. 48 North 212 South Muldrow Larry Hawkins, Pastor Sunday Worship...... 10:50 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Frank Wallace, Pastor • 937-4430 Sunday Worship...... 10:30 a.m. BROMIDE Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Night Bible Study...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Service...... 6:30 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Allen Hicks, Pastor Sunday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. LEAP OF FAITH Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. WESTSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. FULL GOSPEL CHURCH MILL CREEK Thursday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. 9450 U.S. Hwy. 377 S. • 371-2271 Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 1.9 miles west of Mannsville FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NEW BEGINNINGS Stuart Bailey, Minister Sunday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. Hwy. 377 • 836-7161 Rev. Judy Anglin, Pastor Corner of Pontotoc & Choctaw Kenneth & Shelly May Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Art Brown, Pastor 371-3442 Sunday School...... 9.45 a.m. (580) 378-2309 Sunday Worship...... 10:30 a.m. BUTCHER PEN Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday Fellowship...10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. BAPTIST MISSION Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship....10:45 a.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 6:30 p.m. 193 E. Butcher Pen Road • Wednesday Bible Study...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship.....6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. LIGHTHOUSE CHAPEL OF PRAYER 443-5675 SEELEY CHAPEL UMC Thursday Bible Study...... 7:00 p.m. PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS Thursday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Sixth Street and North Byrd EMMANUEL MISSIONARY Kay Williams, Pastor BAPTIST CHURCH Wednesday Services...... 7:00 p.m. This page sponsored in part by Landmark Bank and Sooner Foods, Tishomingo. If you or 402 E. Main Sunday Services...... 3:00 p.m. Mark Hodges, Pastor • 638-2254 MAD MINISTRIES your business are interested in being a sponsor of the Johnston County Church Guide, call Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. 900 East Main • 371-8509 Sunday Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Ivan Richeson, Jim Branch, the Johnston County Sentinal at 371-0275 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m. Pastors C M 1st & 3rd Sunday...... 2:30 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. Y K C M

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Page 8 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Thursday, February 13, 2020 Local United Way chapter benefits five area counties This week’s Member Spotlight is on United Way of South Central Oklahoma (UWOSCO). Chamber News The United Way network is made Jordyn Frazier up of nearly 1,800 autonomous JCCC Executive Director 501(c)(3) organizations, each gov- erned and funded locally. given. The network spans more than 40 United Way of South Central countries and territories and six con- Oklahoma’s staff consists of the tinents. It serves 61 million people executive director, administrative across the globe, fueled by 2.9 mil- assistant, 10-member allocation lion volunteers and 8.3 million do- committee, 10-member board of nors. directors, and a five-member exec- Lions Club Student of the Month The United Way con- utive committee that also serves on Maeleesa Taylor, a senior at Wapanucka High School, was recently cept was founded in Denver, the allocation committee and board honored by the Tishomingo Lions Club as the group’s Student of Colo., in 1887 when several area of directors. the Month for January. The award was presented during the Lions men put together an idea that became All committee members and Club’s regular weekly meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 29, in the Aggie the nation’s first united campaign, board members are volunteers. Dining Room at Murray State College. Pictured left to right are benefiting 10 area health and welfare Most of United Way of South Cen- Lions Club President Woody Jumper; Rhonda Upchurch, Taylor’s agencies. tral Oklahoma’s board members, grandmother; Taylor; Brenda Whitmire, principal of Wapanucka They created an organization to allocation committee, executive High School; and Lions Club member Pamela Walker. collect the funds for local charities; director and staff serve on other to coordinate relief services; to coun- boards or volunteer in some capaci- sel and refer clients to cooperating ty throughout the communities. All agencies; and to make emergency are dedicated and driven to seeing Applications now available assistance grants for cases that could our communities succeed and pros- not be referred. per. That year, Denver raised $21,700 United Way of South Central for annual youth camp event for this greater good, and created a Oklahoma continues to have more A week full of fun Texoma. Oklahoma residents who movement that would become Unit- and more agencies apply for assis- outdoor activities, con- Game wardens, wild- will be 14 to 16 years old ed Way. tance every year, so the need con- servation education and life and fisheries profes- as of June 21, 2020. United Way of South Central tinues to be present throughout our camaraderie is in store sionals, and dedicated Prospective campers Oklahoma was established in 1971 as communities. for up to 35 lucky teens hunters and anglers will must fill out an appli- United Fund of Ardmore, then later The hope is that they can get the selected to attend the be supervising activities. cation form and write a in 1990 it evolved into United Way of word out so that more community 22nd annual Wildlife Activities will in- 75-word essay describ- South Central Oklahoma. partners want to join the team. With Youth Camp. clude archery; wildlife ing why they want to at- United Way of South Central these partnerships they can advance Applications are now identification; rifle/shot- ten; why they should be Oklahoma is a voluntary, non-prof- the common good and create op- being accepted for this gun shooting; fishing; selected; and what they it organization which emphasizes portunities for a better life for all by summer’s once-in-a-life- ropes course; self-de- expect to learn. broad citizen involvement and seeks focusing on education, income and time event. fense; wildlife law en- Also, they must fur- to provide financial, volunteer and health. “Campers will get forcement scenarios; nish a letter of recom- professional resources to effective- They encourage everyone to get a better understanding wildlife and fisheries mendation from some- ly and efficiently meet human needs involved through giving, advoca- of wildlife and fisheries management education; one other than a family within five county communities. tion or volunteering. management and con- and deer/turkey/water- member, and a recent United Way of South Central The 2020 campaign kickoff is servation law enforce- fowl law enforcement photograph showing the Oklahoma exists because of the spirit Monday, Sept. 14, and runs through ment, while at the same techniques. applicant participating in of volunteerism. Nov. 20. During this time, their 35 time learning some fun Due to the support an outdoor-related event The organization is comprised of partner agencies will be hosting outdoor activities,” Lt. of generous sponsors, or activity. the following counties – Marshall, many fundraising events. Col. Wade Farrar, youth including the Oklahoma The application form Murray, Johnston, Carter and Love. United Way of South Central camp coordinator, said. Department of Wildlife is online at wildlifede- Hundreds of volunteers give their Oklahoma would like to encourage C M The camp will be Conservation (ODWC), partment.com. time to raise funds for United Way everyone to refer to their website, June 21-26 at the Uni- it’s all free for the camp- Applications must be of South Central Oklahoma agency follow them on twitter, and like Y K versity of Oklahoma Bi- ers. submitted online by 4:30 services; plan to meet changing com- them on Facebook to find out de- ological Station at Lake Applicants must be p.m. on April 10. munity needs; and coordinate collab- tails as they come in on all the fun orative community services that will activities you could be a part of. improve the quality of lives in south If anyone would like to donate central Oklahoma. to United Way of South Central United Way of South Central Oklahoma, become a community Oklahoma believes that the job of partner or has questions regarding assisting volunteers, agencies, and United Way of South Central Okla- helping meet human and health needs homa, please contact Daela Echols, is important and worthwhile. executive director, at (580) 223- In 2018-19, approximately 1401, or [email protected]. 121,278 persons were served by our Read next week for a Spotlight partner agencies in all five counties on the Johnston County Riding in addition to 94,363 service hours Club. johnstoncountyokchamber.com Tax workshop planned for Feb. 28 The Oklahoma Small Main Street. upcoming workshops, Simple Things to Help Reduce the Risk Business Development Dewey Brandon visit https://business. 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Thursday, February 13, 2020 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Page 9 Crime News

Police Phone Log Johnston County Blotter

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3: The following cases were nucka - Speeding, 75/65. Oklahoma City Farm Bureau 12:43 p.m. - Caller reporting vandalism. filed in the Johnston County Jeremy C. Lancaster, Sulphur vs. General Motors Corporation 7:34 p.m. - Caller reporting stolen vehicle. Court Clerk’s office in Tisho- - Left of center within 100 feet of c/o The Corporation Company - 11:38 p.m. - Caller requesting welfare check. mingo during the week of Jan. intersection. Products liability. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4: 31-Feb. 6. Emmalea Ann Red, Tishom- Discover Bank vs. Donald These are only cases filed, ingo - Speeding, 83/65. Glen Shaver - Indebtedness. 8:29 p.m. - Caller reporting suspicious activity. and do not indicate guilt or in- Kelly Jo Briggs, Okemah - Capital One Bank (USA) NA nocence on the part of the de- Speeding, 60/50. vs. Chastity Dawn Clay - Indebt- WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5: fendant. Abiodun Fatima Balogun, edness. 2:31 a.m. - Caller reporting vehicle in ditch. Court records are a matter Ada - Speeding, 64/45. Capital One Bank (USA) NA 10:31 a.m. - Caller reporting unwanted person. of public record, and are pub- Al Lewis Williams, Kenefic - vs. Hank H. Haines - Indebted- lished in the Johnston County Failure to yield from stop sign. ness. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6: Sentinel as a public service. Kendall Dwayne McCor- Capital One Bank (USA) NA 10:31 a.m. - Caller reporting vehicle accident. mick, Keota - Failure to properly vs. Marian K. Smith - Indebted- Felonies wear seat belt (driver). ness. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7: None James Soloman Duncan, Bri- Cach LLC vs. Taylor Lynn 12:29 p.m. - Caller reporting vehicle accident. stow - Violation of special per- Parks - Indebtedness. 2:09 p.m. - Caller requesting welfare check. Misdemeanors mit. Second Round Sub LLC vs. 4:32 p.m. - Caller reporting suspicious person. Shane Webster Upchurch - Theodore Laughlin - Indebted- 4:44 p.m. - Caller reporting domestic. Wildlife 6:19 p.m. - Caller reporting suspicious person. Actual physical control of motor ness. 8:45 p.m. - Caller reporting suspicious person. vehicle under the influence. None. Discover Bank vs. Hank H. 10:24 p.m. - Caller requesting welfare check. Haines - Indebtedness. Traffic Civil Discover Bank vs. Chad Der- SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8: Clinton Samuel Michalk, Freddie Hodges, Pansy Lu- ek Hughes- Indebtedness. 12:36 p.m. - Caller reporting threat. Tishomingo - Failure to comply cille Marak and Gail N. Good- Discover Bank vs. Annette O. 6:31 p.m. - Caller reporting unattended child. with compulsory insurance law; son vs. Harlis Albert Hodges Sr., Wilson - Indebtedness. speeding, 73/65. Myrtle Hodges, Harlis Albert SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9: Austin Dale Garrison, Cart- Hodges Jr., Doris Jane Ward, Small Claims 1:31 a.m. - Caller reporting domestic. wright - Left of center in no pass- Faye Rackley, Dorsalene Carr, Alfred Baker Ray vs. Robert 5:07 a.m. - Alarm call. ing zone. Merlene Carbaugh, Elva Mae Reeder - Merchandise. 8:48 a.m. - Caller reporting assault. Roland Dean Meller, Atoka - Rawson, Harold T. Rawson Sr., Buffalo Land LLC vs. Jacob 5:03 p.m. - Caller reporting suspicious activity. Failure to yield from county road Linda F. Despain, Harold T. Louis Armstrong and Danaca 5:24 p.m. - Alarm call. at state or federal highway. Rawson Jr., Heavenly Deann Renee Cooper - Eviction. 7:42 p.m. - Caller reporting suspicious vehicle. William Logan Cook, Madill Rosen, Dueton Whitfill, Wes- - Speeding, 75/65. ley Ray Hodges, Mary Louise Marriages Richard D. Kimball, Bella Goodson, Ricky L. Goodson, None. Vista, Ark. - Speeding, 75/65. Kevin Gail Goodson, Jared Kyle Sheriff’s Phone Log Deania Ann Brewer, Caney - Goodson, Cecil Miller, Mohata Divorces Speeding, 75/65. Miller, Clara Bennett and Mitch- Rigoberto Santana vs. Amie MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3: William Ike Gaylor, Wapa- el Dan Hodges - Quiet title. Mason Santana. 11:06 a.m. - Caller in Wapanucka reporting suspicious person. 2:08 p.m. - Caller on West Reagan Road reporting animal neglect. Driver injured in truck-train collision 4:23 p.m. - Caller reporting suspicious person, located not listed on log. A Ravia man re- Lyons’ truck was inside the vehicle before jured, according to the 8:15 p.m. - Caller in Connerville reporting mained hospitalized at struck by a Burlington being extricated by the OHP report. possible gunshots. last report after being Northern-Santa Fe train rescue workers. That report also 9:16 p.m. - Caller in Bromide reporting injured when his vehi- and, according to reports Lyons was initially states that seatbelts were C M suspicious person. cle was struck by a train given at the scene, was transported by Johnston equipped but not in use over the weekend. pushed approximate- County EMS to Mercy in Lyons’ vehicle at the Y TUESDAY,K FEBRUARY 4: The accident oc- ly half a mile down the Hospital in Tishomingo. time of the collision. 12:17 a.m. - Caller in Russett reporting curred last Saturday, tracks. He was later trans- unwanted person. Feb. 8, at approximately Those reports also ported by helicopter to The incident was 9:18 a.m. - Caller on West Reagan Road 9:08 p.m. at the railroad stated that first respond- the University of Okla- investigated by Troop- reporting animal neglect. crossing on State High- ers had to walk on foot to homa Medical Center in er Colby Murray of the 11:30 a.m. - Caller in Bromide reporting suspicious person. way 1 in Ravia. find the car. Oklahoma City, where OHP’s Johnston-Mar- According to a report he was admitted with shall detachment, Troop WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5: released by the Oklaho- The train conductor - head, arm, and external F. ma Highway Patrol, a 34-year-old Joe Pittman and internal trunk inju- He was assisted at the 8:21 a.m. - Caller on East Prairie Road requesting extra patrol. 1995 GMC Jimmy driv- of Connerville - was re- ries. scene by OHP Lt. Darian en by Joe L. Lyons, 51, portedly waiting with The OHP report Galloway; OHP Trooper THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6: was traveling westbound Lyons’ vehicle when the states that Lyons also Rodney Davis; the John- on SH1 when the truck first responders arrived. 7:27 a.m. - Caller in Coleman reporting horse out. suffered from other un- ston County Sheriff’s 6:54 p.m. - Caller in Mill Creek requesting went around the flashing The OHP report stat- known injuries. Office; and the Ravia extra patrol railroad crossing arms. ed that Lyons was pinned Pittman was not in- Fire Department. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7: Domestic violence bill passes in committee 7:40 a.m. - Caller reporting horse out, location not listed on log. The House of Rep- a second or subsequent one that strangles their more likely to be killed 7:16 p.m. - Caller on South Luffy Chapel Road resentatives on Monday offense is increased to a spouse. later by that same per- reporting break-in. passed a measure that punishment of not less “This law would son. would add strangulation three years nor more than properly classify domes- Oklahoma is cur- SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8: during a domestic vio- 20 years imprisonment. tic violence strangula- rently ranked 20th in the 1:11 a.m. - Caller in Kenefic reporting noise lence incident to the list The measure also tion as a violent crime, nation for domestic vi- complaint. of violent crimes and adds domestic abuse by and would ensure the olence. Ford said if the 5:10 a.m. - Caller reporting suspicious person on would increase the pun- strangulation to the list perpetrators of this crime state wants to change Oklahoma Highway 22 west. ishment for the offense. of violent crimes. would face a much lon- that statistic, it must en- 6:26 p.m. - Caller in Ravia reporting dispute. 9:05 p.m. - Caller in Ravia reporting vehicle House Bill 3371, by “Strangulation is no ger sentence.” act laws that protect its struck by train. State Rep. Ross Ford doubt a violent crime, no Ford said strangula- citizens. (R-Broken Arrow), matter who the victim,” tion is one of the most HB 3371 now moves SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9: passed by a vote of 93-0. Ford said. “And yet our lethal forms of domestic to the Senate for con- 1:41 p.m. - Caller in Wapanucka reporting The bill would modi- current law allows for violence, and a person sideration. Sen. Michael suspicious person. fy the penalty for assault a greater penalty for being strangled by an in- Bergstrom (R-Adair) is 6:51 p.m. - Caller in Ravia reporting assault. and battery with intent to someone who strangles timate partner or family the Senate author of the cause great bodily harm a stranger than for some- member is 750 percent bill. by strangulation or at- tempted strangulation State child trafficking against an intimate part- Easterling Law Office ner or family member. bill moves forward The measure increas- es the punishment from Jared Easterling, Attorney at Law The House Judicia- Bush said the change the current sentence of ry Committee on Feb. was brought to her when not less than one year Professional legal services, including but not limited to: 5 passed legislation to she was first elected, by nor more than three remove the statute of a constituent whose fa- years of imprisonment Personal Injury limitations on the pros- ther molested her daily to a punishment of not ecution of child traffick- beginning from the age less than one year nor ing and sexual crimes of six, but didn’t come more than 10 years of Real Estate against children. to terms with it until she imprisonment. Rep. Carol Bush was approaching 40. The punishment for Criminal Matters (R-Tulsa) authored Bush ran similar leg- House Bill 3024 to al- islation in her first ses- Estate Planning low the prosecution sion in 2017, but after against someone accused edits, the bill instead up- Divorce of committing sexual dated the age the statute crimes against a child of limitation expired to Business Services to be commenced at any the current age of 45. time after the offense oc- House Bill 3024 Probate curs. passed the House Judi- “Horrific events in ciary Committee by a early childhood, espe- vote of 12-5. It is now Practicing in Federal, State and Tribal courts cially events like moles- available to be consid- tation or rape, have an ered on the House floor. 225 West Main Street, Tishomingo adverse effect on a per- As currently written, son throughout their en- the bill would go into ef- PhoneC M- (580) 219-8900 tire life,” Bush said. fect this November. Y K C M

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Page 10 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Thursday, February 13, 2020 Following bye week, MSC plays Western OK State Coming off a bye week, the Mur- their lead to 62-30 with 10 minutes left ray State men’s basketball team came in the game. into their game Feb. 7 against regional The Lady Aggies, who cruised to rival Western Oklahoma State looking a 78-35 win, saw all 12 players who to extend their winning streak to 11 took the court score at least two points games. in the game. They were led in scor- The Aggies came into Friday’s ing by Macy Smith with 16 points and matchup with 18 wins and three losses Alaijah Stewart with 11 points. overall, and nine and zero in Region II Also, the two freshmen each scored play. a trio of three-point shots in the game, Murray State, who defeated the Pi- which saw the Lady Aggies make 13 oneers on their home court Jan. 6 in the three-pointers compared to only two first half of regional play, dominated for Cedar Valley. the game early, jumping out to a 48-20 MSC sophomore Kes Reeves add- halftime lead. ed 10 points in the game and freshman Western Oklahoma State strung Madison Robertson led the Lady Ag- together multiple rallies in the second gies with nine rebounds. half, but were unable to slow down the After being pushed back a day be- surging Aggies who held on to win the cause of lingering winter weather, the game 93-67. Lady Aggies welcomed regional rival Murray State was led in scoring by Western Oklahoma State College to sophomore Shem’mario Stephens and Beames Fieldhouse Feb. 7. freshman Jerry Carraway, who each The Lady Aggies, who had won had 16 points in the game. five-straight regional games, took Freshman Jaylan Thomas had control of the game early, outscoring 15 points and seven rebounds, while Western Oklahoma 29-11 in the first sophomore Kyle Murray had 11 points, quarter. eight assists and two blocks. After a slow start, the Lady Pio- Sophomore Adam Gourro led the neers answered back late in the first Murray State sophomore Kori Guest (above) drives the ball against Aggies off the bench with eight re- half with a series of three-point baskets Western Oklahoma State College on Feb. 7. In the photo below, MSC bounds and three blocks while also to cut the Lady Aggie lead to 41-28 at freshman Alaijah Stewart fires off a three-pointer during the Lady scoring four points. halftime. Aggies’ contest against Western State that same evening. The win moves the Aggies to 10 wins and zero losses in regional play, In the second half, Murray State helping them maintain the top spot in continued to dominate the game be- the region. hind the three-point line, scoring 11 On Tuesday, Feb. 4, the Murray three-point baskets and out rebounding State College women’s basketball Western Oklahoma State 34 to 23 on team welcomed Cedar Valley College their way to a 81-64 victory. to Beames Fieldhouse. The Lady Aggies were led in scor- The Lady Aggies, who were look- ing by freshmen Alaijah Stewart with ing to secure their sixth straight win, 22 points and Macy Smith with 16 dominated the game early after jump- points, both of whom made four three- ing out to a 29-12 lead to end the first point baskets in the game. quarter. Freshman Madison Roberson had Cedar Valley, who was held to just 14 points and led the Lady Aggies with 12 points or less in each quarter of the eight rebounds. game, was only able to slow the Lady The win improves the Lady Aggie Aggie offense slightly in the second record to 15 wins and nine losses over- quarter before Murray State extended all, and six-and-four in regional play.

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TISHOMINGO YOUTH LEAGUE APPLICATION

Registration Fee: $35.00 – Applications Due: 3:00 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2020. Late Applications: $45.00 NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 8TH @ 9:00 p.m. (NIGHT AND WEEKEND DROP BOX ON GYM DOOR) Make checks payable to Tishomingo Public Schools

Name of Player (Circle: Girl or Boy): ______Date of Birth: ______

Parent(s) Name: ______Will you coach: (circle) Y N (We have to search for coaches every year, please volunteer to coach.)

Phone(s): ______School: ______THS crowns Basketball Queen Email: ______Age as of 12/31/2019: ______Laney Rogers (center) was recently crowned as this year’s Same team as last season: (circle) Y N Team Name & Coach: ______Tishomingo High School Basketball Homecoming Queen. Pictured above, left to right, are the members of the 2020 THS Homecoming Please circle the age group in which player will play. (A player may play up in age, not down) Court: (front row) crown bearer Luke Searles and flower girl Kenna Whitmire; (middle row) Queen candidates Dani Corbin, Jolee 5U T-Ball (must be under 5 on 12/31/2019) Northcutt, Rogers, Grace Anderson and Harley Henry; (back row) escorts Cody Cothran, Nick Northcutt, Jackson Lawley, Hunter 8U Coach Pitch Baseball (must be 8 or under on 12/31/2019) 11U Baseball (must be 11 or under on 12/31/2019) Campbell and Jace Tyson 8U Coach Pitch Softball (must be 8 or under on 12/31/2019) 11U Girl Fast Pitch (must be 11 or under on 12/31/2019) Latest production for ECU I-We the parents (or guardians) of the above named player hereby give my/our consent for the above mentioned person to participate in the program of Tishomingo Youth League. I-We hereby grant permission to Tishomingo Youth League officials to assume the necessary responsibility in guiding and assisting the person through every course of this program. I-We will furnish Theatre set for this week a birth certificate or other valid proof of age of the applicant. I-We hereby waive any and all claims for damages growing out of any injury, or injuries by said person sustained while participating in or going to or from games or practice. I-We do further East Central Uni- signals a spelling mis- Texas; Zach Smith of waive any and all claims, actions or causes of action for damages which might arise against any coach, official or sponsor out of versity Theatre presents take. Sapulpa; Kody Clark of or caused by said person participating in the Tishomingo Youth League. The 25th Annual Putnam Six spellers enter; Midwest City; Juan Os- County Spelling Bee at one speller leaves. At wguera of Ada; and Mar- ______7:30 p.m. nightly Thurs- least the losers get a gie Beck of Redlands, Signature of Parent or Guardian Date day through Saturday, juice box. Calif. Feb. 13-15, at the Ata- The 25th Annual Also, Russell Mc- FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MARCH 2ND loa Theatre in the Hallie Putnam County Spelling Creary of Conroe, Tex- TH Brown Ford Fine Arts Bee is presented through as; Annabella Elliott of (NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 8 ) Center on the ECU cam- a special arrangement Ada; Teagan Williams pus in Ada. with Music Theatre In- of Blanco; Philip New- Mail this Form & a Copy of a Birth Certificate to: Or Drop Off: The family friendly ternational. comer of Ada; Summer (Must be received by March 2, 2020) production is based on Music and lyrics are Pearce of Bristow; Will an eclectic group of six by William Finn, and Brock of Ada; and Zach Tishomingo Middle School Tishomingo Middle School mid-pubescents vying the play was written by Fowler of Mustang. 1300 E Main 306 E. Neil Armstrong for the spelling champi- Rachel Sheinkin. ECU Tickets are available Tishomingo, OK 73460 Tishomingo, OK 73460 onship of a lifetime. Theatre’s production at the ECU Box Office

While candidly dis- is directed by Makaila online at https://www. closing hilarious and Rodriguez. The band is ecok.edu/hbffac-box-of- Coaches Meeting will be held the night of the draft. th touching stories from directed by Nicholaus fice or by calling (580) Draft will be held March 9 at the Tishomingo Middle School Gym: their home lives, the Meyers, and the musical 559-5751. tweens spell their way director is Rudy Lupins- An adult ticket is 5U T-Ball & 6U @ 7:00pm 8U @ 7:00pm 11U @ 7:00 pm through a series of po- ki. $10; a ticket for ECU tentially made-up words, The cast is made up alumni or seniors is $9; hoping never to hear the of ECU students Malik a child’s ticket is $5; and *NO REFUND OR SWITCHING TEAMS AFTER THE DRAFT* soul-crushing, pout-in- Sharp of Shawnee; Alli- ECU students, faculty ducing, life-unaffirming son Bush of Sapulpa; IsC- andM staff are admitted “ding” of the bell that abella Roan of Garland, free. Gate fee: Adults $2.00; Students Free Y K C M

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Thursday, February 13, 2020 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Page 11 State primary absentee ballot registration deadline is Feb. 26 Voters in Johnston County who • Voters who are physically in- want to have absentee ballots mailed to capacitated and voters who care for them for the March 3 Presidential Pref- physically incapacitated persons who erential Primary election should apply cannot be left unattended may vote ab- now, County Election Board Secretary sentee. B.J. Wheaton said this week. They may apply only by mail, by Although the County Election fax, by e-mail, online or via an agent Board can accept applications for ab- who is at least 16 years of age and who sentee ballots until 5 p.m. on Wednes- is not employed by or related within day, Feb. 26, Wheaton urged voters the third degree of consanguinity or who want to vote by absentee ballot to affinity to any person whose name ap- apply early. pears on the ballot. TES announces monthly honorees Absentee ballot application forms • Voters who are confined to nurs- are available at the Johnston County ing homes in the county may vote ab- Tishomingo Elementary School recently announced its list of Election Board office, located at 705 sentee. An Absentee Voting Board ac- January Students and Staff Members of the month. Pictured are John W. Main Street in Tishomingo, be- tually goes to the nursing home a few Pryor, Tate Collins, Kynlee Martin, J.R. Parks, Aiden Smith, Hunter tween the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. days before the election, sets up a small Grinstead, Presley Utley, Avery Garrett, Bodree Powell, Lincoln An online version of the form can polling place and allows these persons Cress, Lana Pruitt (fourth grade teacher), Alex Gantt, Preston Frates, be filled out and submitted electroni- to vote under circumstances similar Jackson Haggard, Hudson McSwain, Emmerson Henson, Ian Ruelle, cally at: www.elections.ok.gov. A print to those at a regular precinct polling Channa Greenwood and AnnaBeth Combes (P.E. teacher). form can also be downloaded at that place. address. They may apply only by mail, by OSU to host pecan management course Ballots must be in the hands of fax, by e-mail, online or via an agent County Election Board officials by 7 who is at least 16 years of age and who Consumers may not okla.st/2v7BWnW. with pecan management p.m. on Election Day to be counted. is not employed by or related within give a lot of thought to The registration fee requirements through- Wheaton said any registered vot- the third degree of consanguinity or pecans until it is time is $250 per person and out the growing season,” er may vote by absentee ballot in any affinity to any person whose name ap- for their holiday baking; due by Feb. 14. Class Carroll said. election in which he or she is eligible pears on the ballot. however, specialists at size is limited to 70 par- Course topics will to vote. • Military personnel and residents Oklahoma State Uni- ticipants. include management However, a voter must be registered of the county living overseas and the versity Extension think For more informa- overview, equipment and reside at an address within the spouses and dependents of each group about pecans all year tion about the class, con- needs, grafting, improv- geographical boundaries of a school are eligible to receive absentee ballots. long, and are ready to tact Stephanie Larimer ing native groves, fertil- district or a municipality to be eligible These voters may apply only by mail, share their knowledge at (405) 744-5404 or via ization, Mesonet tools, to vote in school district or municipal fax or e-mail. with both seasoned and e-mail at stephanie.lar- weed control, crop load elections. Military personnel should contact novice growers. [email protected] estimates, pesticide ap- It is not necessary to give a reason the Voting Service Officers in their OSU Extension’s plication, orchard floor for voting absentee. units for application forms and addi- 2020 Oklahoma Pecan Becky Carroll, OSU management, wildlife “While anyone can vote absentee tional information, or visit the Feder- Management Course Extension associate spe- control, harvest demon- without giving a reason, the law still al Voting Assistance Program website begins Feb. 25 and will cialist, fruit and pecans, stration and more. provides several advantages to absen- (www.fvap.gov/oklahoma) for more in- meet once a month from said the course is de- tee voters in some categories,” Whea- formation and instructions. 1 to 5 p.m. through Oc- signed with established Industry profession- ton said. Residents of Oklahoma living tober at the Cimarron growers and those who als, along with special- By stating one of the following overseas can obtain the same materials Valley Research Station, are new or looking to get ists from OSU and the reasons on their applications, absentee from any United States military instal- located at 10820 S. Jar- into the industry. Noble Research Insti- voters can activate special conditions lation, and from United States Embas- dot, near Perkins. “Our goal is to fa- tute, will be on hand that make it easier for them to use ab- sies and Consulates as well as on the Registration is avail- miliarize present and to share their expertise sentee ballots. The reasons are: FVAP website. able online at https:// potential pecan growers with class members. Proposed legislation aims to improve student literacy in state

C MState Rep. Sherrie portant skill.” jects is seen, and the candidates to study the it’s effective. districts to have an aca- Conley (R-Newcastle) House Bill 3320 child is put on a trajec- science of reading and House Bill 3325, demic language counsel- Y lastK Friday discussed leg- would amend the Okla- tory for educational suc- phonics instruction, not a new section of law, or at all sites which serve islation she has filed this homa Teacher Prepara- cess. just what it is but why would require school students in grades K-5. session to improve liter- tion Act to require teach- House Bill 3322, acy rates among Oklaho- er candidates in early a new section of law, ma students. childhood, elementary would require school Conley is running and special education to districts to adopt a pho- legislation that would study dyslexia charac- nics curriculum with add requirements for teristics in students and courses of instruction teacher candidates to be classroom instruction for kindergarten through trained in the science of techniques as part of third-grade students en- reading, and help them their competency-based rolled. understand the charac- preparation. School districts teristics of dyslexia. The measure also would still exclusively This is a measure that would require training determine instruction, would require school to include methods to specific course curricula, boards to adopt a phonics identify potential mani- reading lists and instruc- curriculum for school festations and issues as- tional materials to best districts, and a bill that sociated with dyslexia in meet the needs of their would require an aca- students in order to both students. demic language counsel- recognize and meet the Conley said phonics or at all K-5 school sites. needs of these students. is the proven method to “We have the tools to Conley said she has teach children to read. Just in time for “Tax Season” help every child in Okla- heard about and seen Yet, Oklahoma has al- homa learn to read at an heartbreaking instances lowed other methods, Huge blow out sale on all new and used vehicles early age in our public of children who strug- such as whole language in stock at Tishomingo Chevrolet! schools,” Conley said. gled for years with dys- or balanced literacy, that “My legislation lexia under teachers who are not backed with ev- Hanging tags in every vehicle clearly show the would help teachers have did not understand the idenced-based research easy access to these tools characteristics of this showing the same re- AMAZING SAVINGS so they can recognize disorder. sults. students who struggle Once a child is prop- House Bill 3326 going on earlier, and get them the erly diagnosed, however, amends the Oklahoma Now through February! instruction they need to rapid improvement in Teacher Requirement succeed at this most im- reading and other sub- Act to require teacher New 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 four door truck. Was $37,390 Now ONLY $27,498*

#407679 New 2019 Chevrolet Trax LT, Hwy MPG 31. Was $24,645 Now ONLY $19,538*

#844380 Ravia poster contest winners honored *Includes - Non GM owner rebate Ravia Town Clerk Angie Oxley (middle row, left) and Public Works Only at Tishomingo Chevrolet! Superintendent Jason Phillips (middle row, center) recently 1120 W. Main Street • 371-9541 • www.tishchevy.com presented award certificates to the 2020 contestants for Ravia Everything is priced to sell! School’s annual “Clean Up Ravia” poster contest. In addition to Take a short drive to Tishomingo and see why presenting the awards, Oxley and Philips announced that the whole school was being treated to pizza for lunch. Ravia students were “We Do What It Takes!” also praised for their involvement in such community activities as December’s Christmas Tree Lighting and the annual Walk/Bike to C M School program. Y K C M

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Page 12 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Thursday, February 13, 2020 Classified Ads

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES REGULAR CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE: REGULAR CLASSIFIED: A flat rate of $6.00 is charged per week for line classifieds up to 20 words, 20¢ for each additional word thereafter. No refunds issued for cancellations. Advertising submissions, payment and customer contact 3 P.M. MONDAY information must be received in office prior to publication. Billing fee of $1.00 for ads not paid in advance. CUSTOMER INFORMATION: First and last name of contact person (business name, if applicable); phone #; mailing (5 P.M. FRIDAY FOR WEEKS address; email address (optional) if available. DISPLAY CLASSIFIED: $4.75 per column inch. Payment required on receipt of order, unless an established customer WITH MONDAY HOLIDAYS) with prompt payment histories based on past transactions. To place an ad over the phone, call (580) 371-0275. (Please include payment with order)

PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: EFFINGTO All real estate advertised here- Brenda Rowe in is subject to the Federal Fair R E A L T Y Housing Act, which makes it H N Realty illegal to advertise “any pref- 306 W. Main • Tishomingo, OK 73460 erence, limitation, or discrim- SEIGEL PAUL HEFFINGTON, BROKER Brenda Rowe, Broker ination because of race, color, OFFICE (580)-371-9885 CELL (580)-371-6405 religion, sex handicap, familial FAX - (580)-371-9885 104 W. Main • (580) 371-9236 status or national origin, or www.heffingtonrealty.com Natasha Gray, Sales Associate intention to make any such email - [email protected] (580) 371-6564 preference, limitation or disri- FACEBOOK -Heffington Realty mination.” SHERRY YOCHUM, Broker Associate (580) 579-5421 www.brendarowerealty.com MIKE LOVETT, Sales Associate (580) 371-1720 “As for me and my house, This newspaper will not know- LELA BARNES, Sales Associate/ (817) 408-0382 we will serve the Lord.” ingly accept any advertising for 1315 W. Main • Tishomingo, Ok real estate which is in violation THIS HOME HAS IT ALL! This 2-story/split level, log, Joshua 24:15 of the law. All persons are here- frame home has approx. 2,000 sq. ft. and sits on 5 well by informed that all dwellings SOMETHING ENTICING! Old service station includes advertised are available on an groomed acres with a large pond. It has a kitchen, dining, Caren Atteberry, Broker laundry, 2 bed, 1 bath downstairs and 2 bed, 2 bath up- 5 lots with highway frontage. This is an opportunity to equal opportunity basis. stairs. CH&A. Closets and storage is not a problem with Office: (580) 371-3607 open restaurant or business. this one. Also it has 3 nice outbuildings. As if that’s not Carl Atteberry, Sales Associate 200 W. Grand, Ravia $25,000. enough, there is a mobile home with personality plus, with Cell: (580) 371-6078 CATCH OF THE DAY! Private setting offers 3B/2B all the amenities. Kitchen, dining, 2 bed, 1 bath, laundry. Matt Sandmann, Sales Associate brick, master has jetted tub, screened porch, + detached Could be a mother-in-law house or a rental. This option Cell: (580) 371-6078 garage. 3stall barn w/tack room, fenced with pond. 406 S provides many opportunities both for business or simply Linda Kreger, Sales Associate 8th, Milburn $89,500 guests. This property is a must see. Listed at $349,000. SMALL TOWN SPIRIT! Very cute & cozy, 2006 This showpiece has all the feel of country living but sits Cell: (580) 257-0134 Tishomingo Apart- Modular home features 3B/2B, open concept, ch&a, on the edge of city limits. Don’t miss out on this 5 acre Country Comfort. This 3,000 +/- sq. ft. 5-bedroom, ments, Inc. has avail- Large back yard. 105 W. 2nd St., Wapanucka $58,000 showplace! 2 bath home sitting on 25 beautiful acres, has a lot able units Section 8 YOU BELONG HERE! CHARMING HISTORICAL 2 STORY HOME ON NORTH to offer! Spacious bedrooms, large living, sunroom, This brick home offers 3B/2B, income-based housing KEMP. 3 bdrm, 1 bath, frame, pier and beam foundation, country kitchen, CH&A, large deck, shop, 30x40 lg kitchen w/abundant cabinetry, nice laundry room, ch&a, CH&A, approx. 1,120 sq.ft. +/-, Hardwood and laminate for those who qualify. barn, 3-car carport, pecan trees, beautiful stocked covered deck. Located near hospital and MSC @ 806 The apartments have flooring throughout, newly painted with new light fixtures, ponds. 4720 S. Wiley Road. Asking $265,000 re- Harkey, $94,000 original solid wood interior doors, beautiful covered effciency (0), one (1) duced to $225,000. A VARIETY OF OPPORTUNITES! This could be and two (2) bedroom front porch with swing, French doors, carport, and lots a great restaurant, business, converted to a home, or of windows and storage. $75,000. Call Lela Barnes for apartments with CHA, your showing. (817) 408-0382. 315+/- acres with a 3 bdrm, 2 bath mobile home, continueCONTRACT as a church. 78 E, Highway frontage on 1.24 refigerator, range and ATTRACTIVE BRICK HOME WITH ATTACHED MOTH- livestock corrals, cellar, active wet weather creek acres $158,000 carpet. A Utility Al- ER-INLAW- HOUSE. Main house has 3 bdrm., 2 baths, with large granite outcroppings. The deer, turkey DANDY DWELLING! This 3 BR brick home offers lowance is dedeucted pier and beam foundation, CH&A, metal roofing, has and wild hogsCONTRACT are plentiful, and the property has 3 CH&A, new windows, and covered patio. Also, 20X40 approx. 1,392 sq. ft. of living area, covered front carport, ponds for the fisherman to enjoy. from your rent to as- shop building withSOLD large fenced yard. 5801 OK. HWY 7 sist with the electric kitchen appliances remain with house, Mother-in-Law W. located in Reagan. $69,500 haose has 2 bdrms., 1 bath, metal roofing, pier and 220 +/- acres, good fencing, nice ponds, creek, bill and the Apartment PRIME LOCATION! Country living minutes from town Complex pays for the beam foundation, approx. 816 sq. ft. There is an open really good hunting and pasture grazing. $2,500 offers 10+/-acres with pecan trees. Perfect for building covered breezeway connecting both houses. The 2 bdrm. per acre. SOLD water and natural gas. could also be used as a rental property. The place has dream home or developing. Refuge Road. Affordable housing for A SWEETHEART OF A DEAL! Secluded home 2 large city lots in Ponotoc, OK, covering 28,000 sq. ft. 705 N. Kemp Commercial Property qualified income-based features 3/4 BR/1.5 bath, very lg kitchen with abundant or 140x200. The property has 3 storage sheds. There Spacious 5000 +/- sq. ft. commercial building ready and disabled applicants is a 242 sq.ft. cinder block building that was a former for business. Five offices, restroom, garage and cabinetry adjoins dining and living rm. Notable feature beauty shop. Lots of possibilities with thus place. Asking located across from plenty of room for storage. Asking $192,000 reduced is room large enough for 2 king beds + craft room. Metal Murray State College. only $125,000. Call Mike Lovett for your showing, (580) carport & storage bldg. Great space for family. Located on 371-1720. to $172,000. Applications are dead end at 1309 Cinnamon Ln. $125,000 available at Tishomin- JUST ONE MILE FROM THE NEW CASINO IN WILLIS. FIXER TO FABULOUS! 3B/2B Brick home on 1+/- 3 bdrms., 1 and 3/4 bths., frame metal roof, beautiful tile 2,300 sq. ft. brick, CH&A, large living room, 3 car go Apartments, 1100 flooring, ceiling fans, solid foundation, city water, septic carport, sitting on 110 +/- acres, cattle pens, loafing Acre. New CH&A, roof, paint, but is a project in the South Byrd, Tisho- tank, system, vaulted ceiling in living room, cathedral shed, feed silo and barn. Live creek, pecan trees making. 6300 Mansion Rd. Emet. $59,500. mingo, OK, from 8 ceiling upstairs, laundry utility room, many other extra’s, and more near Wapanucka. Shown by appoint- RENTAL POTENTIAL! Located on 3 beautiful a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday set on approx. 1 acre, has older mobile homes, one used ment only. shaded lots...8 brick apartments include 4/1 bedroom and for storage and the other is rentable, two car garage, through Friday. In- 4/2 bedroom.CONTRACT Built in 1985. Cumberland St. Ravia, terested persons may located at 5472 S. Hwy. 377. Asking $230,000. Call for 110+/- acres, Good hunting; deer, hogs and turkey. $175,000. your showing, (580) 371-9885 Approx. 6 miles Eastt of Tishomingo. Asking 2,800 call (580) 371-3372 OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY IN THE HEART or write Tishomingo 10 CITY LOTS in Holiday Blk. D, older mobile home per acre. OF DOWNTOWN! 2 adjoining bldgs feature bar, needs tender loving care, several outbuildin sheds,, 2 Apartments, Inc., 1100 storage sheds, some fencing, travel trailer, a street ad- Check us out at www.southerncomfortok.com 4 baths, new roof, patio for extra seating, & ch&a. . South Byrd Tishomin- dress of 507 S. Debra Drive, listed atr $24,500. or e-mail [email protected]. Offers a variety of options for your choice of business. go, OK 73460. Appli- COMFORTABLE BRICK HOME, comp. roof, 3 bdrms., We have a new webpage and advertise on Would make great restaurant with overflow dining. cations will be mailed. 1 bath, gas heating, window unit cooling, ceiling fans, facebook. Approximately 3,000 sq ft. 310 W Main, reduced to Tishomingo Apart-C M approx. 4 blks. to Murray Satte College, approx. 920 sq. $285,000. ft. of livingCONTRACT area, fenced back yard. Located at 507 E. We have buyers currently looking ments, Inc., does not 22nd, listed at $67,500. discriminate on theY K 3 BDRM, Frame, 1 bath, comp roof, single car garage, for property! basis of handicap sta- window unit air, gas heat, city utilities, zoned C-2 com- Let us sell your property! tus in the admission or mercial, located at 203 N. Kemp, 2 city lots, approx. 1,362 access to or treatment sq. ft., list of $100,000. or employment in, its BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY IN DOWNTOWN CON- federally assisted pro- NERVILLE. Cement block building formaly a quick stop HELP type of operation. 2 gas pumps, building has approx. HOUSE grams and activities. 1,064 sq. ft. in it, located next to Connerville Fire Dept., WANTED setting on 3 city lots, corber lot location fore easy access FOR SALE Broker for customers, needs work on the inside and some on the outside, priced at only $50,000. Call for showing. House for Sale or Help wanted: Soon- Darla Strawmyre (580) 490-1119 ABUNDANT WILDLIFE, 80 acres+/-, mostly wooded first rent: Owner Financ- er Pharmacy is tak- Agents growth timber, some open areas, one nice stock pond on west side of property, granite outcroppings, small ing. 3-bedroom, 1 ing applications for Misty Chapman (580) 465-4593 dry weather creek on east side of property, outstanding bath, brick, central a full-time pharmacy J.J. Harbert-Self (580) 795-6117 area for hunting, deer, turkey,SOLD hog, etc. Located just east of Troy and back north. Property also has highway 1 heat, updated car- clerk position. For Teri McDaniel (580) 795-4706 frontage on the west side, county road frontage on east pet and kitchen. All more information call side, priced at $2,500/ per acre. 3 BDRM, 1 BTH. frame, metal roof, propane heat, window appliances, two-car (580) 371-9509. (TFN-S1/16/20) unit cooling, city utilities, approx. 1,257 sq.ft., enclosed carport. One acre of ______back porch area, utility room, carport, fenced yard, large lot area, older frame shed, located in Bromide, OK, 308 land with house. In S. Main, asking $38,000, call for your showing. Coleman/Fillmore Help wanted: 9230 South Red Man Road, Ravia, Ok area. (580) 889- Ranch hand, $9 5 acres, 4-bed 3-bath, 1,890 square feet brick home with (2/13) FOR RENT 1097. $51,900. an hour up to 25 circle drive located just outside of town. Constructed in 2001 Call The ______hours a week. Call with slab-on-grade foundation and concrete piers, vaulted ceiling, wood burning fireplace, oak cabinets/crown molding, Mobile home spac- (580) 504-7076. (2/20) es available in CH&A, aerobic system and attic fan. Master bedroom House for Sale by includes his/her closets and jetted garden tub. Jack-and-Jill- Johnston Shady Oaks Mobile owner: Beautiful Legal Notices bathroom and porches the length of the house, with an area Home Park in Tisho- 3-bedroom, 2-bath off the back ready for you to install your own pergola and mingo. $200 per brick home near golf outdoor fireplace. The 5 acres also include a 400-square-foot County (Published January 23, 30 , shop building and shop.There is additional acreage available month; includes sew- course. For more February 6 & 13, 2020) for sale if you need more than 5 acres. Call a Rok Realty agent to make an appointment! er and water. Call information, call (3/5) SFY 2021 Request for Sentinel (406) 876-5433. (TFN-S2/6/20) (580) 371-5911. (2/13) Proposal ______mit Application to engage will need to be received The Southern Oklahoma in surface mining and rec- at Ravia City Hall no lat- Development Association lamation operations, Ashby er than 4 p.m. on Monday, at (580) 2-bedroom, 1-bath 103 West 20th (SODA) Area Agency on Investments, LLC, (“Ap- February 24th. The mailing Aging (AAA) is accepting plicant”) and to all proper address will be P.O. Box in Tishomingo. Street, Tishomin- proposals for SFY 2021 to objectors to the application 179, Ravia, OK 73455. $500/mo., $200 go. 2 or 3 bedroom, provide services, through for a permit to engage in The phone number to City 371-0275 a contractual agreement, surface mining and recla- Hall is 580-371-3559. If deposit. Call (580) 1,408 sq. ft., house to persons aged 60 and mation in Sections 16, 17, you have questions contact 920-6337. (TFN-S2/13/20) with separate 720 over in the planning service 19, 20, 28 & 29, Township Chief Curtis Parker at 580- area (PSA) for the follow- 3 South, Range 5 East, 371-6011 or John Rogers at to place a ______sq. ft. garage and ing counties: Atoka, Bry- and Section 24, Township 580-387-9328. Bids will be shop with addition- an, Carter, Coal, Garvin, 3 South, Range 4 East, all open and winning bid will be Johnston, Love, Marshall, in Johnston County State of awarded February 24th at 2-bedroom, 2-bath, al attached 144 sq. Murray, and Pontotoc. The Oklahoma. 6:30 p.m. display or fenced backyard, ft. storage area. following services will be considered for funding: NOTICE IS HEREBY 1997 Chevrolet cab and very clean, locat- Separate 288 sq. Nutrition Services in both GIVEN: That an Informal chassis-mileage 47,000 ed at 404 N. Kemp. ft. storage building, Congregate and Home De- Conference for permit Ap- 4 wheel drive dually classified livered; Health Promotion plication, Case No. PAN 4 door pickup $725/mo, $725 de- 6 city lots. Built in Serivces; Outreach, Chore 20-02 IC, is set before John Truck sells as is. Truck is posit. Call (580) 1959. Remodeled and Homemaker Services; Sheridan, Informal Confer- located at the Ravia Fire Legal Services; Family ence Officer, for Friday, the Department and can be ad, or to 836-7171. (TFN-S1/9/20) bathroom and new Caregiver Support Program 21st day of February, 2020, viewed Monday, February ______central heat and air Services; Transportation to be held at Murray State 10th between 6:30 p.m. and Services. For Complete College (Building #9) One 9 p.m. Or contact any Ra- (2018). Hardwood Posting, Timetable, and Murray Campus St., Tisho- via firefighter for viewing or subscribe. For rent: 1 bdrm up- floors. $74,000. RFP requirements and mingo, Oklahoma, to begin information. packet go to www.so- at the hour of 1:30 p.m. stairs apartment, in Call (580) 618-1764 da-ok.org and click News. ______Opening January 21, 2020 MIlburn. All utilities for appointment. (2/27) FOR ADDITIONAL INFOR- Credit – Closing March 19, 2020 MATION: Please contact (Published February 6 & paid, DirecTV and at 4:00 pm. Mandatory the Legal Department of the 13, 2020) hi-speed internet. Proposers Conferences Oklahoma Department of LAND either January 29, 2020 or Mines, 2915 North Classen ADVERTISEMENT FOR card Washer and dry- February 12, 2020 at 2:00 Blvd., Suite 213, Oklahoma BIDS er available. $600 FOR SALE pm in the SODA AAA Of- City, Oklahoma 73106, or monthly, $300 secu- fice. (405) 522-9840. A RENOVATION PROJECT Want to buy land in FOR PATTON HALL, MUR- payments rity deposit. Text at For further assistance con- By Order of: RAY STATE COLLEGE, Johnston County? tact Amie Judd, 580-920- Mary Ann Pritchard, TISHOMINGO, OKLAHO- (580) 371-5382. (2/20) 1388 ext. 112, ajudd@so- (580) 310-2486. (TFN-S6/28/18) Director MA. da-ok.org or 2704 North 1st Oklahoma Department of can be ______Avenue, Durant OK 74701. Mines Sealed proposals will be FOR SALE By: /s/ Mark Secrest, Chief accepted by Construc- Jeep Grand Cher- ______Legal Counsel tion Manager (CM), RFD Lots for Sale: Lots (Published February 6 & Construction, 1700 W. accepted okee, 4-wheel 1,2, Block 143 Tisho- 13, 2020) ______4th Street, Sulphur, OK, drive, heat and air, 580.622.3104. Bids must mingo. 150x140 ft. NOTICE AND ORDER (Publish February 6, 13 & be received by 12:00 p.m., runs good, 171,000 deep located at the REFERRING 20, 2020) February 27th, 2020. The over the miles, $3,000. AND SETTING bids will be opened public- southeast corner of INFORMAL Bid Notice ly at 3PM the same day at (580) 257-9886. Sixth and Fisher. CONFERENCE Murray State College, One Subscribe Ravia Fire Department is Murray Campus, Adminis- phone. $22,000C orM best offer. STATE OF OKLAHOMA: seeking bids for the fol- To the applicant for a Per- Today! (580) 740-0373. (3/19) lowing truck to sell. Bids LPXLP Y K C M

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Thursday, February 13, 2020 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Page 13 Artesian to host community art and craft lessons The Chickasaw Leanne Park- at the Artesian Arts brought memories, ket. Tana Washington work can be found Nation offers an as- er-West, a Muscogee Gallery in Sulphur, not only of child- Wheeler is the Exhibit in a variety of media. sortment of classes (Creek) artist and and in the Chok- hood, but also an owner of Mahota Visitors and stu- She has been award- and workshops for teacher, has planned ma’si Gallery locat- awareness of her Handwovens, where dents are welcome ed in several catego- both experienced hands-on multime- ed at the Chickasaw Chickasaw heritage. she designs contem- to browse the works ries including scis- and aspiring artists dia art classes at the Nation Arts and Hu- Wheeler devel- porary fashions and of Tana Washing- sor-cut, brushwork, throughout Febru- Artesian Gallery and manities Division oped as a painter, traditional Native ton, on exhibit at graphite, wood and ary at the Artesian Studios. building in Ada. sculptor, educator, American regalia. the Artesian Gallery alabaster carvings. Gallery and Studios, Drawing from She also provid- Native historian, Her class from and Studios through The Artesian located at 100 W. her history as an art ed gourd artwork weaver and 2010 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 9. Gallery and Stu- Muskogee Street in teacher, Parker-West for the 2018 Dy- Chickasaw Hall of Feb. 22, at the Ar- Washington is a dios is open 9 a.m. Sulphur. has taught in multi- namic Women of the Fame inductee. tesian Gallery and self-taught Cherokee to 6 p.m., Monday The roster of ex- ple art media at the Chickasaw Nation She has won Studios, will have artist who was born through Saturday. pert artists and arti- Artesian, includ- conference. numerous awards, students creating a and reared in Musk- To register for sans teaching these ing oil pastels, soft Welch is a tra- including the Presi- frame loom woven ogee, Okla. She was classes and work- classes include Pat- pastels, book page ditional Chickasaw dent’s Award at Red sampler. introduced to art at shops, or for more ta Butcher, Leanne crafts, mini canvas- storyteller. She in- Earth Festival and Cost is $50, a young age and has information regard- Parker-West, Don- es, quill ink, water- corporates ancient textile awards at the which includes ma- practiced this craft ing other upcoming na Welch, Margaret color, calligraphy, motifs in her work, 2009 Southeastern terials and instruc- throughout her life. events, call (580) Roach Wheeler and origami, weaving, including her gourd Art Show and Mar- tion. Washington’s 622-8040. Ashley Wallace. cartooning and wax art, which is the Students will re- resist, among others. chosen medium in ceive help in devel- She spends the which she hopes to Commissioners Proceedings oping skills in arts fall and spring se- expand, grow and (Published February 13, 2020) with Midship Pipeline Company dated 11-4-19, second Cle- and crafts such as mesters teaching ju- flourish. ments, vote aye Hallmark, Clements and Thompson. The Monday, February 3, 2020 payment acceptance was signed on 11-4-19 and this was silk painting, pas- nior high and high Welch has Chairman Mike Thompson called regular meeting of 2-3- failed to be signed by the Board. tels, journal making, school art at Dick- planned a fine gourd 20 to order at 9:30 a.m. Answering aye was Thompson, TJ Req/Recv Officers: Sheriff Office, Transfers: None, Monthly Clements, Jacky Hallmark. Others present William Bonner, Blankets: OSU, Monthly Report: Sheriff, County Clerk, Health, calligraphy, gourd son Public Schools art class from 1 to 5 Gary Dodd, Brook Burch, Kathy Ritchie, Lanette Coppedge, Claims: 911 184, MID AMERICA TELEPHONE, 224.79, 185, art, loom weaving in Ardmore. p.m. on Feb. 27.This Jon Smith, Kenny Power, Debbie Arnold, Jason Bryant, and WINDSTREAM, 260.55, Kathy Ross. Drug Court 16, EDMONDSON, CRAIG, 1750.00, ½ Em- and creating pucker Since 2012, class will cost $50, Hallmark moved to approve minutes of 1-27-20, second Comm 155, CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, 87.00, toe moccasins. Parker-West has also which includes ma- by Clements, vote aye Hallmark, Clements and Thompson. General 1536, TERMINEX INTERNATIONAL COMPANY, No action on Installing LED lighting in the Jail and Sheriff’s 70.00, 1537, AT&T, 52.16, 1538, TISHOMINGO MOTOR Patta Butcher: taught art during terials and instruc- Office. This will be put back on the agenda for 2-10-20. SALES, 116.82, 1539, SOONERS, 15.41, 1540, SOUTH- Silk painting and the Chickasaw Arts tion on branded and Hallmark moved to approve the Street Maintenance Agree- EASTERN ELEC. COOP., 110.37, 1541, BA&B HEATING/ ment Proposal on Setting Pay Scale on Work Performed in PLUMBING, 80.00, 1542, Career Tech, CIMC, 135.00, 1543, surface design Academy. Now she beaded gourd neck- City of Tishomingo, second Clements, vote aye Hallmark, TISHOMINGO CHEVROLET, 198.00, 1544, Victory Health Students in is sharing her 24 lace earrings. Clements and Thompson. The proposal is for Grading Clinic, 24.58, 1545, SOONERS, 33.06, 1546, AT&T, 41.73, $135.00, Backhoe $95.00, Trucking $100.00 and Dozer 1547, PITNEY BOWES, 416.45, 1548, PUBLIC SERVICE Choctaw artist Pat- years of art educa- Margaret Roach $125.00 per hour fees. COMPANY, 70.29, Health 130, MARSHALL COUNTY CHAM- ta Butcher’s silk tion experience with Wheeler: Hallmark moved to approve to 2020 Disaster Recovery BER OF COMMERCE, 50.00, 131, PEARL WOODY, 190.00, Plan for Dist #1, second Clements vote aye Hallmark, Clem- Highway 1063, KELLPRO, 1210.00, 1064, TISHOMINGO painting classes will the community. Loom weaving ents and Thompson. MOTOR SALES, 106.45, 1065, WELCH STATE BANK, handcraft a wearable Parker-West said Margaret Roach Sheriff gave update on the installation of the Courthouse 1458.14, 1066, TISHOMINGO MOTOR SALES, 208.10, Security System and spoke on the installation of the cameras 1067, DAVIS FLEET PARTS, 597.92, 1068, OREILLEYS, and unique art piece she plans her classes Wheeler is a Na- in the offices, estimated cost would be $2,500.00. Hallmark 160.80, 1069, DUB ROSS, 1699.52, 1070, DUB ROSS, by applying dyes on as child-friendly and tive American hand moved to approve to proceed with the cameras and this 97.00, 1072, DUB ROSS, 1638.00, 1073, DOLESE BROS., would be paid from the Courthouse Security funds, second 1827.37, 1074, C.L. BOYD, 403.83, 1075, ATWOODS, silk. accessible to every- weaver, fiber expert Clements, vote aye Hallmark, Clements and Thompson. 659.98, 1076, SOONERS, 63.22, 1077, ERGON ASPHALT, Butcher will lead one. All skill levels and textile artist of Clements moved to approve to Authorize Jason Bryant as 898.16, 1078, RAVIA PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY, 24.82, the EM Grants Access Person for Johnston County, second 1079, CED #4, 160.40, 1080, MILLER OFFICE EQUIPMENT, the group as they de- are welcome. Chickasaw-Choc- by Hallmark, vote aye Clements, Hallmark and Thompson. 3.60, 1081, SOUTHEASTERN ELEC. COOP., 330.44, F-FF sign their fabric with Her classes in taw descent. Hallmark moved to approve to Amend the JCIA By-Laws, 35, AT&T, 62.60, ¼ Fire 41, CORN FIRE DEPARTMENT, Article II Section 3, regarding Ad-Hoc Members, second 14900.00, 42, CUSTER CITY AREA FIRE PROCTECTION a fusion of contem- February will be She has created Clements, vote aye Hallmark, Clements and Thompson. This ASSOCIATION, 12500.00, 43, TISHOMINGO MOTOR porary concepts and available from 4 to costumes for film will be changed from 3 members to 4 members as requested SALES, 506.06, 44, TISHOMINGO MOTOR SALES, 117.57, by the JCIA Board. BSF 206, MIDWEST DRUG TESTS, 38.00, 207, AT&T traditional Native 6 p.m. and include: production, de- Clements moved to approve the Revise Applications for MOBILITY, 120.12, 208, OKLAHOMA DEPT OF PUBLIC American motifs. Calligraphy, Feb. 19 signed garments for Gas Carrying Underground Pipeline Crossing Facility, second SAFETY, 350.00, 209, OKLAHOMA DEPT OF PUBLIC Hallmark, vote aye Hallmark, Clements and Thompson. The SAFETY, 350.00, 210, CASTEELS TIRE BARN, 608.04, Butcher’s silk and 21; and oil pas- fashion shows and changes will be Temporary water permit is $300.00 per mile for 211, MIDWEST DRUG TESTS, 38.00, 212, CASTEELS TIRE painting classes are tels Feb. 24, 27 and exhibited around 30 days, road borer/cutting roads (dirt) permits is $1,000.00 BARN, 225.45, 213, OKLAHOMA DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, and each permit will have a $1,000.00 bond fee. There were 350.00, 214, QUILL, 265.34, 215, PERFORMANCE FOODS, planned two per day 28. the world. She also several counties that reviewed before making the decision 2992.80, 216, C.O.P.S PRODUCTS, 80.74, 217, TISH LUM- from 10:30 a.m. to An enrollment lectures, instructs of the amounts. BER, 16.16, 218, ADA PAPER, 368.12, 219, TISH LUMBER, Hallmark moved to approve Resolution #20-02 to Establish 40.12, 220, ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL HEALTHCARE, noon and 1:30 to fee of $10 per class workshops, and a New Fund for 17471 CDBGED 18, second Clements, vote 32.59, 221, P.B.R. EQUIPMENT, 80.00, C 3:30M p.m. on Feb 15. includes instruction leads seminars on aye Hallmark, Clements and Thompson. This is the standard Report gave by Commissioners Secretary, Business: None, operating procedure for the Kellpro County Clerk system. Public Hearing: None Students in these and supplies. Native American fi- Clements moved to approve Application #1 for RFD Con- Hallmark motioned to adjourn meeting at 10:45 a.m.,

Y classesK will practice Donna Welch: bers and her unique struction LTD for Nitro Lift Industrial Building Project 17471 second by Clements, vote aye Hallmark, Clements and CDBGED 18, the amount of the application is $31,254.05, Thompson. surface design, or Gourd art style of weaving. second by Hallmark, vote aye Hallmark, Clements and creating patterns and Multi-talented She grew up in Thompson. Approved on 10th of February, 2020 No Action on the Roads in Troy and Mannsville Areas. designs meant to be Chickasaw artist a household where Hallmark moved to approve ODOT Programmatic Cate- (Seal) applied to the sur- Donna Welch crafts fibers were a part gorical Exclusion for Johnston County 5 Year Construction Program, second Clements, vote aye Hallmark, Blevins Attest: /s/ Kathy Ross, County Clerk faces of fabrics. gourds into colorful of daily life. Her and Thompson. This is on project J3-2331(004)CI, state An enrollment vessels that can be mother and grand- 32331(04) on Bullard Chapel Road. Chairman: /s/ Mike Thompson Hallmark moved to approve to sign Disposal Agreement Vice Chairman: /s/ Jacky Hallmark fee of $25 includes functional or works mother knitted, Member: /s/ T.J. Clements instruction and ma- for display. sewed, quilted and terials. Pre-registra- Welch’s art has crocheted. tion is encouraged. been exhibited in The loom and Johnston County Class size is limited. California and Utah, the act of weaving Leanne Business & Service Directory Parker-West: Multimedia Advertising in the Business and Service Directory is $4.00 per column inch per week. Ads must run a minimum of 13 weeks. tration Building, Conference weather conditions, please All creditors having Room 211, Tishomingo. Ok. call 405-521-2112 prior to claims against Nancy Kay Pre-bid Conference. Wolff, Deceased, are re- CONSTRUCTION Questions concerning the quired to present the same, SERVICES PLUMBING RENTALS Bid Packages and bidding Date and Time: 2/20/2020 with the amount owed and & ROOFING procedure shall be directed at 11:00AM a description of all security Hwy 22 RV Park interests and other collat- (580) 371-6562 to RFD Construction. Ques- PERRY’S Doug’s 1551 W. Main St. tions concerning the bid Location: Arbuckle eral (if any), held by each Store Front Lettering documents shall be directed Springs WMA, 34°26’55”N creditor with respect to such LAWN CARE Plumbing (just west of 96°31’58”W, Please contact claim, to the undersigned Banners • Car Magnets to the office of the Architect, Contractor Lisc. # 6936 Tishomingo) Corner Greer & Associates, John Carter for directions: attorney, Heather Burrage, SuperCheapTshirts Small Scale Decorative Owners: Annetta Inc., 580.223.1341. (405)823-8383 at the Burrage Law Office, Landscaping • Mowing Prof. Drain Cleaning P.O. Box 1727, Durant, OK Edging • Trimming and Rick Kelley (580) 371-9090(TFN) ______Bid Opening Date: 74702-1727, attorney for Trees & Shrubs • Leaf Repair • Remodel Full hooks, 3/12/2020 the Personal Representa- Removal Light Hauling SEWING MACHINE Quality Service showers, laundry, (Published February 13 & tive of the Estate, on or be- • Cleanups storm shelters, wifi, 20, 2020) Location: Will Rogers fore the following present- SERVICE Spring & Fall 371-2255 (TFN) Building 2401 N. Lincoln ment date: April 4, 2020, Service on all makes (580) 272-3402 DirecTV, ADT SOLICITATION FOR BIDS Blvd. Ste. 214 OKC, OK or the same will be forever 20 years experience (TFN) Rates: Daily• (BID NOTICE) 73105 barred. Ernest Brown LAWN CARE PO Box 53448, Oklahoma Weekly•Monthly 505 North Burris MIKE’S (580) 371-7447 (4/9) Sealed bids will be received City, OK 73152-3448 – Dated this 29th day of & by the Office of Manage- Turn in bids in Suite 212 January, 2020. (580) 371-3510(TFN) CONSTRUCTION ment and Enterprise Ser- Residential & LANDSCAPING vices, Capital Assets Man- Bid Opening Time: 2:00 /s/ Heather Burrage Help Shop The agement, Construction and PM Heather Burrage, Commercial Properties Department, Will OBA #19423 Wood Decks • Sheet Rock Osborn Tree your • Taping & Bedding • New Johnston Rogers Building, 2401 Lin- Contact Person(s): BURRAGE LAW FIRM Service, LLC coln Blvd. Ste. 212, Oklaho- Agency- ODWC: John 1201 Westside Drive Additions • Composition & Metal Roofing • Concrete Pruning & Removals ma City, OK 73105, up to Carter john.carter@ P.O. Box 1727 business Licesned-Bonded-Insured County and including the time and odwc.ok.gov (405)823- Durant, OK 74702-1727 Slabs • Painting Interior & Jackie Osborn date indicated below. The 8383 Telephone: 580-920-0700 advertise Exterior • Ceramic Tile • ISA Certified Arborist Sentinel bids will be opened and CAP- Rebekah Penning- Facsimile: 580-920-0702 Custom Metal Buildings (580) 399-4499 read aloud after the time in- ton Rebekah.penning- here! www.osborntree.com (4/16/20) dicated. Digital copies of the [email protected] ______(580) 795-4263(1/23) classifieds! plans and bid documents (405)522-0050 may be obtained from CAP (Published February 13, website at: https://omes. If the bid exceeds $50,000, 2020) Hours: Tires; New and Used ok.gov/services/construc- a cashier’s check, a certified 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mon. - Fri. Tish Tire tion-and-properties. Digital check or surety bid bond in NOTICE OF PUBLIC 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday Oil Change • Semi Truck p.m. copies of the bid documents the amount of five percent HEARING AND INTENT Full Service Automotive are on file at the Construc- (5%) of the total bid shall TO FILE AN After hours (940) 727-9501 and Auto tion & Properties office and accompany the sealed bid APPLICATION FOR are available for public in- of each bidder. Security FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Located west of Hwy 22 and 377 "Y", towards Ravia spection. checks will be returned to all but the three lowest bidders The City of Tishomingo will CAP Project Number: after the bid opening. The hold a public hearing at 5:30 5x10 (580) 579-0615 20198 three lowest bid securities p.m. on Feb. 24 at the City will be retained until the Hall office located at 1130 10x10 Pack It In (580) 443-5939 Project Name: Construct contract is awarded. E. Main in Tishomingo, 10x20 Metal Building-Arbuckle Oklahoma. The hearing (580) 371-3611 Springs By: Rebekah Pennington is to give the citizens an Units Available Storage LLC Project Manager, opportunity to become ac- Project Location: Coleman, Construction & Properties quainted with the proposed (TFN) Oklahoma Department Engineering Project and to 4 miles North of Tishomingo, on east side of Highway 377 comment on such items as Cost Estimate: ______economic and environmen- 5x10 $140,000.00 tal impacts, service area, Milburn 10x10 (Published February 13 & alternatives to the project, Using Agency: Oklahoma 20, 2020) financing aspects, or any MannsvilleMini Storage 18x10 Department of Wildlife other issues related to the Dan & Peggy Shaffer 10x20 Conservation IN THE DISTRICT COURT proposal. The proposed OF JOHNSTON COUNTY project is identified and Storage Available Madill (580) 513-3350 (TFN) Bid Documents Available: STATE OF OKLAHOMA consists of the following el- February 7, 2020 Fee to ements: Submit Online Bid: See In the Matter of the Estate Website of NANCY KAY WOLFF, Engineering report to be 5x10 Tishomingo Mini Storage Pre-Bid Conference: Man- Deceased. used to update waste water 10x10 To Rent Storages Come Glen & Jayne Hull datory, Refer to “Instruc- system. 905 E. Main Street 10x12 to All Star Vehicle Sales (580) 371-7257 tions to Bidders” in Project No. PB-2020-1 Tishomingo (580) 371-2662 Manual. In case of adverse The public is invited to at- 12x12 • 1505 W. Main St. • CORRECTED NOTICE TO tend. Buildings Available CREDITORS (580) 371-2662C M (TFN) LPXLP ______Y K C M

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Page 14 G JOHNSTON COUNTY SENTINEL G Thursday, February 13, 2020 Conservation efforts are focus of World Wetlands Day On the nearly 2,000 acres known clude mountain lions, bobcats and an as Kullihoma, the land and its mainte- occasional black bear. nance comes first. Animal populations at Kullihoma Kullihoma, which is Chickasaw for are monitored and managed by the red springs, is currently cared for by a rangers. Based on an annual wildlife group of dedicated Chickasaw Nation census, animal populations are main- rangers. Approximately eight miles tained at an equilibrium the land can east of Ada, this acreage has been set support. aside and put into federal trust to be “We manage game populations at managed by the rangers. Kullihoma,” Carson said. Rangers maintain Kullihoma’s “We don’t want their numbers to rustic landscape and fragile ecosys- get so large that the land can’t support tem, allowing modern Chickasaws a them. We also don’t want to harvest glimpse of their ancestors’ lives before game animals to the point that it takes statehood. years for the population to recover.” “Aside from the few acres where World Wetlands Day, Feb. 2, cel- limited improvements have occurred ebrated the benefit of wetlands to the for outdoor cultural events, flood con- planet and its inhabitants. trol and fire management, Kullihoma Kullihoma includes 35 acres clas- has seen little change since the few sified by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife original Chickasaw families settled the Service (USFWS) as wetlands. With area generations ago,” Chickasaw Re- soil saturated with water throughout gional Manager Rick Carson said. the year, the wetlands at Kullihoma Cody Dixon, director of general rangers, oversees more than 35 To balance human outdoor activi- provide a water and food source for acres of wetlands located at Kullihoma Reservation. ties with the needs of the surrounding the local ecosystem as well as migrat- ecosystem, rangers monitor local wild- ing waterfowl. ed sediments and other pollutants as Rangers try to keep the wetlands about life populations, floodwaters and over- “The wetlands are a valuable re- water flows through them. two or three feet deep, providing food, all environmental quality of the land. source. They help in drought years They also provide Kullihoma with nesting areas, and cover for waterfowl Game animals located at Kulliho- when many of our ponds become low natural flood control. According to the and other animals. ma include whitetail deer, many spe- or dry up. The wetlands store much of Environmental Protection Agency, Information provided by the Unit- cies of waterfowl, rabbits, squirrels the floodwaters from previous years’ one-acre of wetland has the potential ed States Geological Survey (USGS) and wild turkeys. Chickasaw citizens rains. The area provides much of the to store up to 1.5 million gallons of and Oklahoma Conservation Commis- have the opportunity to enjoy hunting water needs for the local ecosystem,” floodwater. sion (OCC) indicates that nearly two- and fishing in a natural environment Carson said. In addition to the natural wetlands thirds of vital wetland habitat has been that remains pristine. Wetlands serve as a natural water occurring at Kullihoma, a system of lost in Oklahoma, and more than half Larger, unique animals that have filtration system. They are described as dykes and water release valves has has disappeared nationally since the been reported within Kullihoma in- nature’s “kidneys,” removing suspend- been built to control water levels. mid-1800s.

Election Continued from Page 1 new filing and election of this week’s issue.) last week’s Sentinel, Car- nual membership fee of Sharon Boston’s mo- plant’s two pump house dates, Phillips said, a However, the letter ter - who was appointed $1,000 for Tishomingo tion to do so was again motors in need of repair. new resolution will be also states that the deci- to serve as interim city because the current fiscal seconded by Jumper and He stated that he had re- drafted and presented to sion to close was made at manager late last year year is slightly more than passed by a 4-0 vote. ceived an estimate in the the council for approval. 4:35 p.m. that day - ap- after the council opted half over. Following the meet- amount of $6,100 from That action is expect- proximately five minutes against renewing the “They (OMMS) also ing, the council brief- the Sand Springs-based ed to take place at the after the Sentinel found contract of Steven Kel- help cities do searches ly reconvened as the company Interstate Elec- council’s next regular the office already closed. ly - recently announced for new city managers, Tishomingo Municipal tric to purchase a new meeting, which is set for That, coupled with that she was stepping and help to vet them,” Authority and voted 4-0 motor, with the existing next Tuesday, Feb. 18, the fact that the power down from that position. Phillips told the council. to approve a request by motor to be rebuilt and due to the President’s outage lasted only ap- It was the discussion into She recommended that Public Works Direc- used by the city as a Day holiday. proximately an hour, has a possible successor at the council authorize tor Marlon Sullivan for back-up spare. The rescheduling of left some residents still last week’s council meet- Robins to sign the city on emergency repairs at the Lokey’s motion to the filing dates also re- questioning the chain of ing that prompted the as an OMMS member, city’s water treatment approve the request was solves another unexpect- events. Sentinel’s investigation so that the city can utilize plant. seconded by Jumper andC M ed issue that came up last With the council’s de- regarding publication of the agency’s assistance Sullivan reported that passed 4-0. Sullivan said week. cision to set a new filing the Dec. 16 election res- until a permanent city recent rains and power work is expected to beY- K period, however, those olution. manager can be hired. surges had left one of the gin as early as this week. While researching questions have been ren- At this week’s meet- the question of wheth- dered moot. ing, Phillips reported er the original resolu- In a related item that the firm Oklahoma tion had been published during Monday night’s Municipal Management IN TISHOMINGO as required, and while meeting, the council also Services (OMMS) pro- attempting to obtain heard a report by Phil- vides city management updated information lips regarding the possi- assistance to a number of CORNELL FINANCIAL SERVICES regarding candidate fil- ble hiring of an agency municipalities of all siz- Ginger G. Cornell, Certified Public Accountant ings, the Sentinel vis- to provide Tishomingo es, ranging from Poteau ited the election board with interim city man- to Oklahoma City. office in Tishomingo at agement until a perma- Although there would approximately 4:30 last nent successor for the be some cost to the city, Over 25 Years Wednesday, Feb. 5, and recently departed Sarah Phillips also report- found that it was already Carter can be hired. ed that the agency has closed - despite the fact As first reported in agreed to waive its an- that there was half an Experience In: hour remaining before the 5 p.m. close of the • Income Tax Preparation filing period. After trying without success to contact the • Payroll election board for an ex- planation, the Sentinel contacted the state elec- tion board office. The • Bookkeeping state office referred the matter back to Wheaton, who last Friday sent the Sentinel an e-mail ex- Specializing in: plaining that the closure had been prompted by a Farm and Small power outage earlier in the day last Wednesday. “After reporting our Business situation to the State Election Board, we were advised that an emergen- cy situation could war- rant an early closure. In (580) 387-5030 the event, however, that a closure was necessary, we were advised to post 106 N. Kemp, Tishomingo contact information for voters and potential can- didates,” Wheaton’s let- ter states. 8:30 a.m. - Noon, 1 - 5 p.m. (The full text of that letter appears on Page 2 Monday - Friday No appointment necessary

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