Comanche High School Senior Commencement 2017 This Friday, May 19, 2017 7:00 p.m. - Tommy Weast Gymnasium - Class Motto “Sometimes you will never kinow the vaulue of a moment until it becomes a memory.”....Dr. Seuss - Class Colors Red and Silver Lindsey Craig Valedictorian Chloe Dunlap Valendictorian Blake Fisher Valedictorian Bailey Hinshaw Valedictorian - Class Song “Wherever I Go” - Class Flower White Carnation with Red Tips Comanche, Oklahoma Rodeo Capital Caring People with Hometown Pride... “Where The Courageous Spirit of Cowboys On The Chisholm Trail And Indians In The Territory Lives On” VOLUME TWENTY-FIVE, NUMBER 35 THURSDAY, MAY 18, 2017 Native American Heritage 50 CENTS K9 Officer Terry To Retire May 31, Council Votes To Continue K9 Program Council Appoints Dobbins As New Mayor, McCord To Remain Vice Mayor Hunter Holstead Valedictorian Carly Richardson Valedictorian Breanne Poff Valeditorian Cody Stonerock Valedictorian The Comanche Public Works Authority and City Council held their regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening of this past week in the Council Chamber of City Hall. Following a report on PWA finances by City Treasurer Cheryl Johnson, PWA Chairperson Janice Willis expressed her displeasure that the trend of spending more than revenues brought in was continuing despite all efforts. “We need to stop spending, and spending money you don’t have can get us in trouble with state statutes,” Chair Willis said. “What is causing revenues to be down?”, Vice Chair Sandra McCord asked. McCord and Trustees were told that utility counts are near the same as in previous years, but revenues from projections from previous years were not being met. Repairs continue to be a major source of expenditures. Causes such as cooler temperatures and less air conditioning use was thought to be one of the revenue shortfall reasons. “We are okay with state statutes at this time year to date,” City Manager Ralls stated, but added spending between now and the end of the fiscal year in June See City Council p.3 Above, Comanche Mayor Janice Willis (left) makes a motion that the PWA Trustees appoint Councilman Smokey Dobbins as Chairman that was followed by unanimous vote to appoint Dobbins as PWA Chairman and Mayor this past week. The Council also voted unanimously to return Vice Mayor McCord (center) to Vice Chairman of PWA and Vice Mayor. At right, Comanche Asst. Police Chief Justin Harkins is shown with his longtime K9 Officer/Patrol Partner Terry. Harkins gave notice to the Council this past week that K9 Officer Terry will be retiring after 7 1/2 years of faithful service with Harkins. Comanche Homemakers Celebrate OHCE Week..... Charli Turner Valedictorian Jordyn Young Valedictorian Kamren VanBuskirk Valedictorian Christian Steadman Salutatorian Members of the Comanche Homemakers celebrated “Motherhood” and “OHCE Week” with a visit to Meridian Nursing Home this past week. Resident moms were given a Mother’s Day card and candy, it being of course Hershey’s “hugs and kisses”. Above, Comanche Homemakers (l-r) Patsy Powers, Dixie Gildon, Rose Cox and Kay Gray say “Happy Mother’s Day!” to Meridian Nursing Home resident Ruby Cross. Ruby, born in ’22, came to MNH from Loco. She has been blessed with 11 children and has been a resident at MNH since 2014. Tragedy On Hwy. 53 Near Walters OHP report a fatality collision occurred this past Saturday at about 3:20 p.m. on State Hwy. 53 about 6.5 miles east of Walters. Reports indicate an eastbound 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt driven by Alice J. Farris, age 72, of Walters, departed the roadway to the left and struck a concrete culvert. After the initial impact, the vehicle rolled 1/2 times and came to a rest on its top. Ms. Farris was pronounced dead at the scene from massive head and trunk injuries by Comanche County Memorial Hospital’s Ambulance Service. A seven year old passenger in the vehicle was reportedly transported by Air Evac to the OU Medical Center in critical condition with head, trunk, internal, arm and leg injuries. OHP reports that both the driver and passenger were wearing safety belts at the time of the accident. The cause of the accident was still under investigation at the time of the initial OHP report. Page 2 THE COMANCHE TIMES THURSDAY, MAY 18 , 2017 COMANCHE, OKLAHOMA THE COMANCHE TIMES ESTABLISHED 1992 USPS 009-047 © 2017 The Comanche Times PROUD MEMBER OF THE OKLAHOMA PRESS ASSOCIATION The Comanche Times is published weekly by Steve Bolton on Thursdays at 513 Hillery Dr, Suite A in Comanche, Oklahoma Periodical Postage Paid at Comanche, OK. 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Service Times: Sunday School: 9:45 AM Service: 10:45 PM Service: 6:00 Wednesday: 7:00 Courthouse Briefs (The following are from recent official filings at the Stephens County Courthouse. As it has always been, the publication of these filings that are related to unlawful acts do not presume guilty or innocent, only that charges have been filed.) Marriages Filed Boehl, Johnathan Leonard of Ratliff City and Bench, Bethany Cheyenne of Ratliff City. Green, Zackary Ryan of Duncan and Counts, Cortney Nichole of Duncan. Hackney, Brandon Leo of Pauls Valley and Walker, Makenzie Taylor of Pauls Valley. Harris Jr., Randy Allen of Silverdale, WA and Rose, Cheyenne Faith of Marlow. Hornberger, Eric Jay of Marlow and Stubblefield, Hope Christine of Duncan. Johnson, Allen R. of Duncan and Kimball, Melinda C. of Duncan. Moreno IV, Jose Villarreal of Duncan and Tiscareno, Maria Teresa of Duncan. Divorces Filed Bishop, Shane Franklin vs. Denley Ann. Jones, Kenneth Douglas vs. Sonja Lanette. Morgan, Teresa Ann vs. Eric George. White, Kealsey vs. Jacob. Misdemeanors Files Choate, Reis Lane of Marlow - Pointing a weapon at another. Cook, Jeff Martin of Duncan - DUS; Failure to maintain insurance or security. Franklin, Micah Eugene of Duncan - Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Garcia, Jose Antonio Munoz of Duncan - Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Hancock, Donnie Ray of Comanche - Driving with license cancelled/ suspended/revoked. Lyles, Derrick Dewayne of Lawton - Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol; Failure to maintain insurance or security. McKinney, Mark Thomas of Duncan - Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Valdivia, Arnoldo of Duncan - Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Vanoven, Tyler Jayde of Marlow - Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Welch, Nancy June of Duncan - Domestic abuse - assault & battery. Felonies Filed Blackwell, Jr., Earl Lee of Duncan - Distribution of controlled dangerous substance AFCF 2 or more; Distribution of controlled dangerous substance AFCF 2 or more. Edwards Jr., Charles Eugene of Chickasha - Possession of controlled dangerous substance 2nd & subsequent. Harmon, Brandon Lee of Duncan - Burglary in the second degree; Burgalry in the second degree. Johnson, Wesley Howard of Duncan - Driving a motor vehicle under the influence AFCF 2 or more felonies. King, James Jackson of Duncan - Murder in the 2nd or in the alternative manslaughter 1st degree. Ward, Clayton Timothy Therel of Marlow - Possession of controlled dangerous substance AFCF; DUS. Fire Report 5/6/2017 Trash pit fire loacted 1-3/4 miles south from Hwy 53 & 2880 Rd. 5/6/2017 Grass fire located 3-3/4 miles south on Sears Road. Police Report Pastor Wade Peyton 1 Mile North of Comanche On Old Hwy. 81 439-6231 Love Blossoms In The Spring... We Can Help! GRAHAM JEWELRY 219 Main * Downtown Comanche * Mon - Sat 9-6 5/8/2017 DUS investigated at Hwy 53 & Railroad. Inv. Officer - Jenkins 5/9/2017 Threats investigated at 603 North Ave. Inv. Officer - Straily 5/11/2017 Vandalism investigated at 609 South 4th. Inv. Officer - Jenkins 5/13/2017 Unauthorized use of a vehicle investigated at 409 South 1st. Inv. Officer - Straily 5/13/2017 Possession investigated at 409 South 1st. Inv. Officer - Jenkins 5/13/2017 Unauthorized use of a vehicle investigated at 104 South 5th. Inv. Officer - Straily 5/13/2017 DUI investigated at Old Hwy 81 & New Hwy 81. Inv. Officer - Faulk Countryside Baptist Church Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. 5 Miles East of Comanche on Hwy 53 Pastor: Dee Bowen 580-439-6093 Obituary Jerry Lynn Stroud Jerry Lynn Stroud, of Duncan, peacefully passed away Thursday evening, May 11, 2017 at his home.He was 70 years old.A funeral service was held Tuesday, May 16th at 2:00 p.m. at the Comanche Funeral Home Chapel.Interment, with full military honors provided by the Stephens County Combined Honor Guard followed at Fairlawn Cemetery, under the direction of Comanche Funeral Home. Jerry was born June 29, 1946 in Duncan, to Verney and Naomi (Seely) Stroud.He was a 1964 graduate of Comanche High School.He proudly served his country in the United States Army, which included time in Viet Nam. Jerry married Nancy Tibbetts on August 23, 1969 in Moore, OK.She preceded him in death in 2004.He was a lifelong resident of Stephens County, living in Comanche and Duncan.Jerry enjoyed fishing, and watching and cheering for both the Oklahoma State Cowboys and the Oklahoma City Thunder.He loved his dogs, Tiger and Foxy, who were always by his side.Jerry was very proud of to be a Veteran of the United States Army.He had recently made a trip to Washington D.C. Jerry was a member of the Meridian School Classmates, and also the Comanche High School Class of 64 Alumni Group. Survivors include his two daughters:Tracie Spangler and husband Jeff, Yukon, OK; and Michelle Lewis and husband Mikal, Rush Springs, OK;one sister, Shirley Forsythe and husband Richard, Comanche, OK;and one brother-in-law, Dale Landers, Duncan, OK;five grandchildren: Lacie Metts, Shaylan Woods, Miah Metts, Thomas Lewis, and Billie Lewis; also two great-grandchildren: Samson Woods and Sailor Woods.Also, numerous nieces and nephews, and many dear friends. Jerry was preceded in death by his wife Nancy;his parents, Verney and Naomi;and one sister, Geneva Landers. Serving as pallbearers will be Jeff Spangler, Mikal Lewis, Logan Woods, Kim Huckriede, and Tyler Tritt. Comanche Funeral Home 439-8822 Stephens County Free Fair Pageant Deadline Approaching Entry deadline is Thursday, June 1st. The competition will be held on Saturday, August 5th 2017 at the Conference Center. This pageant is open to all girls in Stephens County. Contestants must be girls entering Pre-K to Senior in High School for the 2017-2018 school year. Last yearâ+™s pageant had 25 contestants in 5 age categories. The number of categories will be determined after entries are received. Entry Fee is $100.00. This is a non-glitz pageant. Each contestant will receive a trophy, Fair Pageant t-shirt and DVD of the pageant. One contestant per age group will be crowned the overall winner and will receive a tiara and sash and a cash award from the Stephens County Fair board. For more information, official rules and entry forms contact the OSU Extension Office at 580-255-0510, or email: [email protected] Please like our Facebook page! ODAFF Warning Against Hay Sales Scammers The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) would like to warn Oklahomans about a scam being run against individuals who have hay for sale. A producer recently notified ODAFF about scammers contacting hay sellers. Jack Carson, Market Development Coordinator with ODAFF, said that the scams vary, but often share similarities. For example: The supposed hay buyer will send the seller a check in excess of the amount the hay is being sold for and then ask the seller to wire the extra money somewhere else. The scammers explain the overpayment by saying they need to cover taxes or shipping costs; however, then the check bounces and the scammer already has the money wired to them. The hay seller can then be left to pay the money back to the bank. ODAFF recommends reaching out to your local law enforcement agency if something seems questionable about a transaction or purchase. In addition, you may use ODAFF’s Hay Directories to locate hay sellers and buyers in your area by visiting our website: Go to http://www.oda.state.ok.us/ and then on the right side of the page under Directories, see Hay In-State, Hay Out-of-State. MILLER CONSTRUCTION & SONS INC. 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There’s a picture of my face and a handy, pre-filled-out form where you can email me and tell me to “stick to the principles [I] campaigned on.” The policy OKOGA is talking about would raise the gross production tax on certain wells. Currently, those wells are subject to a 2 percent tax rate for the first 36 months. After that, the tax structure increases to 7 percent. There have been discussions to increase the entry-level percentage, but a formal bill had not been proposed by the end of last week. Let me be clear: I have never made a public statement on my position regarding the gross production tax. Yet the Oklahoma Oil & Gas Association (OKOGA) has blasted my constituents with messaging suggesting otherwise. I find OKOGA’s tactics disturbing and disingenuous. Before I arrived at the Capitol, veteran lawmakers warned me about the pressure that could come from corporate interests, and they were right. But I will not fold. The president of OKOGA Chad Warmington would do well to remember that I represent the constituents of House District 50. Mr. Warmington does not live in our district, and I am not beholden to him. At times, it feels like some lobbyists and interest groups roam the Capitol halls trying to bully members to vote a certain way. I cannot reinforce this enough: I will not be bullied into voting for or against any policy or piece of legislation. It’s crucial that you feel like you have a representative who cares about his constituents and is not easily swayed by fancy dinners coupled with personal attack ads. This situation with OKOGA has only reminded me how important having a strong backbone is in this job. When I campaigned to be your state representative, I promised to represent you, my constituents. I heard your concerns and your desires for our district, and I vowed to do my level best to better our part of Oklahoma. I was not then, nor am I now, worried about losing your vote because of big oil. You cast your vote for me. Big oil did not. Since Mr. Warmington and OKOGA brought up the gross production tax, I’m curious to hear your thoughts. What do you think? Should big oil pay more when reaping state resources? Let me know. You can call the Capitol at (405)557-7327 or email me at [email protected] Thank you for your continued input on various proposed legislation. I take everything you say into account. God bless. City Council From Page 1 would have to be watched very carefully. “We need to keep everything in the black,” Chair Willis said. “If we don’t have the money at our house, we don’t spend it and that’s the way it needs to be here for the City,” Willis added. “I agree with you. We need to watch our spending and keep us in the black,” Trustee Dobbins said. Following approval of the consent agenda, the Trustees addressed the post election cycle requirement of appointing a new PWA Chair that traditionally would also be appointed as Mayor. The same would take place concerning the PWA Vice Chair and Vice Mayor. The appointments are made by a vote of the Trustees/Council, with those appointed serving to chair meetings and sign paperwork as required by law. Chair Willis opened the PWA Chair nominations by nominating Trustee Smokey Dobbins citing his past experience on the Trustee Board as well as the Council. Dobbins was appointed with a 5-0 vote that was later followed by a 5-0 for his appointment as Mayor. PWA Vice Chair and Vice Mayor Sandra McCord was reappointed to retain the current offices with a 5-0 vote. The biggest discussion of the evening came at the end of the Comanche City Council agenda concerning the City of Comanche and discussion whether to continue the K9 program. A major show of support for the program was in evidence with full time officers and reserves packing the back of the Council Chambers. Comanche City Manager Chuck Ralls advised the Council that K9 Officer Terry, Harkins’ partner for many years, would be retiring on May 31 from service and would be recognized for her faithful service to the citizens of Comanche. “It is my opinion that it’s a very important program and I would certainly recommend continuing the K9 program,” City Manager Ralls told the Council. City Manager Ralls said the program does have costs and there are some issues such as insurance and liability that would need to be addressed. City Attorney Tom Frailey told the Council that there was always a potential of liability when the dog was on duty working for the City. Frailey said one of the main issues was to determine if the a new K9 officer would be owned by the City of Comanche or by his handler. “If the dog is not owned by the City, and it’s owned by an individual, we would need to have some type of agreement between the City and the owner,” Frailey said. “I would assume the owner, if not owned by the City, would be a police officer. “It has been my experience that the K9 officers are usually owned by the cities,” Frailey said. Comanche Asst. Police Chief Harkins stated that one of his officers was only days away from being certified with another K9 officer and a transition could take place very quickly if the program is allowed to continue. A Stephens County Deputy in attendance at the meeting that requested to have his name withheld, advised the Council that he was the donor of the dog being discussed and was a professional trainer for K9 programs. “I’m the one who donated the dog with the contingency that the dog would The Importance Of Chuck’s Corner An Independent FBIBy be donated to the City of Comanche, but for any reason the dog would not be used or was taken out of service, it would come back to me.” The deputy stated it didn’t matter to him if the K9 was owned by the City or by the handling officer as long as it was a working K9 locally. “I don’t want the dog going to waste just sitting in somebody’s home because it’s not working.” The deputy said at the dog’s young age, around seven years of service could be expected. Asst. Chief Harkins and K9 Terry have been a mainstay of Comanche patrols and late-night call outs for several years. Harkins said he is the official owner of K9 Terry because when the program was initiated the City had no budget for the program so he paid all the related expenses, including food and vet bills. “We need a dog in the City,” adding that just the day before K9 Terry was in service at Comanche Schools. The Council unanimously agreed the K9 program should continue with Councilmember Janice Willis wanting a workable agreement to be worked out and presented at the next meeting from meetings between City Attorney Frailey, City Manager Ralls and the new K9 certified handler. Ownership and liability issues being the main points to be determined. In PWA actions: declaration of emergency relating to emergency repairs needed to the water plant clarifier and for possible OWRP grants to assist, 5-0 aye. In Council actions: Terminated the defined benefit pension system with no former employees still on the pension program; Approved necessary legal work for a franchise special election on August 8 relating to Centerpoint Energy; Authorizing application be made for emergency grant from Oklahoma Water Resources Board for clarifier and other repairs needed at water plant; Recommended three for OMAG Board of Trustees; Awarded bid to Quick Silver Construction relating to Bunch Street lift station project and REAP grant; Waved bidding process with mower needs by the City of Comanche an emergency, approving purchase of two Grasshopper commercial mowers from 3B if proceeds from surplus auction allows for purchase costs, 4-1 aye with Willis voting no; Discussion as to restroom construction needs at the rodeo grounds with no formal action taken. by Chuck Ralls, Comanche City Manager by Congressman Tom Cole President Trump’s firing of FBI Director James Comey has predictably brought howls of protest from leading Democrats in Congress. To be fair, the timing and process of terminating Director Comey could have certainly been handled better, but the shameless hypocrisy of the Democratic leadership in Congress goes beyond the pale. As recently as May, 2 2017, Hillary Clinton stated that because of the investigation into her use of a private server to conduct official, and sometimes classified, business that she would have won the election. On November 2, 2017, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer declared he had lost confidence in Comey. That same day, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi stated that Comey might not be in the right job. In October, the Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid accused Comey of violating the Hatch Act. Just days before President Trump’s inauguration, Senator Bernie Sanders stated that Comey acted in an outrageous way during the campaign. And California Congresswoman Maxine Waters finally stated the obvious when she opined that if Hillary Clinton had won the election she would have certainly fired Director Comey herself. After calling for his ouster and claiming he helped “steal” the election, this newfound outrage from Democrat leaders rings hollow. Moreover, it demonstrates that they are willing to overlook anything, including their own past statements, to oppose President Trump at every turn. I believe Director Comey is a good and honorable public servant. And I believe any President has the authority and justification of hiring and firing the people who work in their administration. I also believe Director Comey did not handle the investigation into Secretary Clinton’s use of a private server in a perfect fashion. Similarly, the President and his team did not handle the Director’s dismissal in the most professional manner. The selection of the next FBI Director is going to be critical for helping restore public trust. The investigation into the possible Russian interference in our election needs to be concluded and free from political influence from either Democrats or Republicans. If there are still outstanding issues related to Secretary Clinton’s use of an unauthorized server that also needs to be wrapped up. The FBI is America’s preeminent law enforcement agency. As such, it needs to be led by a person of unquestioned character and completely divorced from partisan politics. President Trump made the tough decision to fire Director Comey. The decision as to who he appoints to succeed Mr. Comey is just as, if not more, important to the nation. One of my favorite scriptures is Proverbs 22:6 “Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” With another school year coming to an end I know the students and teacher are all looking forward to summer break. I want to express my sincere appreciation to all the teachers and faculty that show up day after day to instill knowledge and character into our young people. So often these people go way beyond what is required in their contract. They sacrifice time and money out of their own pockets to ensure the student’s needs are met. Underpaid and under appreciated by many parents and legislators they continue on for the betterment of our students. To those that will be graduating this week I want to encourage you as you step into the next chapter of your life. Continue to build on what you have learned. Regardless if you are going off to college, the military or straight into the work place you have a role to play. Never forget your roots or Comanche. Regardless of where you go, Comanche will always welcome you home. Never forsake your upbringing and when you are able, invest back into the community with your time and resources for the generations to come. For the rest of you, enjoy this time off. Have fun and relax this summer. To the parents I would ask that you provide proper supervision and activities for your kids. Comanche Seed & Grain Check With Us First ! Dog & Cat Food Bulk Garden Seed Bagged Fertilizer Lawn & Garden Chemicals 120 South First Open 8-5:30 Weekdays, 8-Noon On Saturdays We Accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover Over the past few months we have seen an increase in vandalism in all areas of the city. Without constructive activities and left on their own, some children may tend to look for acceptance from their peers through destructive behavior. There are many great summer activities in the area to get them involved in. Check in with them often if you must leave them at home unsupervised for the summer. Finally, I want to congratulate Comanche Public Schools, students, teachers, coaches and volunteers. This has been a very successful year for our school. Excelling in academics, sports, drama, band and pretty much everything else you make The City of Comanche and our community proud. Continue to learn from our failures and build on our successes and next year will be even greater. I am proud to be a Comanche Indian! Member FDIC Page 4 THE COMANCHE TIMES, THURDSAY, MAY 18 , 2017 COMANCHE, OKLAHOMA Check Out Our New Website: comancheok.net TRIBE PRIDE! HealthMart Medical Moment Aging Women: Ways to Stay Healthier Like a surprise visit from your least favorite relative, aging can bring more than you’d bargained for: a few more wrinkles, a little less stamina, floppy arms, baggy kneecaps…. Sound familiar? Worse, though, are the big health changes that may accompany aging. Many of these you can’t even see. Here are some tips to point you in a healthier direction. Where’s the fat? As it turns out, not all fat is created equal. Where you carry your fat can make a big difference, especially as you age. A recent study of women in their seventh decade of life found that being overweight or obese didn’t shorten their lives, unless the weight was carried at their waists. The risk of death was consistently higher in women with waists measuring more than 31.5 inches. However, there was an exception: Compared with white or black women, Latinas had lower death rates at any waist measurement or body mass index (BMI). A second study also found that pockets of fat near the heart can be a hazard for women as estrogen levels drop after menopause. For the first time, researchers have shown a link between this type of fat and the risk of calcium build-up in the heart’s blood vessels. Bottom line? As you age, healthy diet and physical exercise are more important than ever to reduce your risk of heart disease. The new smoking: sitting. When it comes to activity, your cells apparently don’t lie. Each day, do you sit for more than 10 hours and get fewer than 40 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity? If so, your cells might be eight years older than your actual age! That’s what a recent research study found when assessing nearly 1,500 women, aged 64 to 95. A second small study of 70 women also found that walking briskly at least 150 minutes a week can improve weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels in as little as 10 weeks. Moral of the story? Enjoy that retirement, but keep moving! Medications for older women. As you age, you’re more likely to take medication. And, in general, women are more likely to take more drugs than men. Over age 65, 9 in 10 take at least one drug a week and more than four in 10 take at least five different drugs a week. Twelve percent take 10 or more drugs per week. But as you age, your body changes. It contains less water and more fat, which changes how your body processes medication. Also, your kidneys and liver may be less able to rid your body of drugs. What does this all mean for you? It means taking medications over age 65 is more likely to cause side effects and drug interactions. And that means that our teamwork is more important than ever. Let’s stay in touch to be sure you are on the right type and dose of medications. Coach Sean Hushbeck and Coach Ben Scott recently announced the recipients of the prestigious Class 3A Basketball All-Star Team (l-r): Carly Richardson, Wesley McClendon and Lindsey Craig. Congratulations! Sponsored By Thompson’s Pharmacy Above: Members of the Comanche High School Track Team that qualified for state (l-r): Kaelyn Dobbins, Brooklin Bain, Misty Dossey, Randon Elliott. Kaelyn Dobbins qualified for state at the Class 3A Regional track meet by placing 2nd in the 800 m run and 2nd in the 1600 m run. Kaelyn placed 7th in the 800 m run and 4th in the 1600 m run at the state track meet to bring home a medal. Brooklin Bain qualified for state at the Class 3A Regional track meet by placing 2nd in the 100 m hurdles, 2nd in the 300 m hurdles and 3rd in the long jump. Brooklin placed 8th in the Class 3A state track meet in the 100 m hurdles and placed 9th in the 300 m hurdles. Misty Dossey qualified for state in the Class 3A Regional track meet by placing 1st in the high jump. Misty brought home a 3rd place medal from the Class 3A state track meet in the high jump. Randon Elliott qualified for state in the high jump event by placing 5th at the regional track meet. Randon placed 7th at the Class 3A state track meet in the high jump event also. Congratulations! Sunshine OHCE Met In May by Flo Stuckert, Reporter for Sunshine OHCE Sunshine OHCE group met May 4, 2007 at the Velma Baptist Church with Sandy Pogue and Sheila Ely hosting. Twenty-one members were present. President Linda Heilman asked for committee reports. Cultural Enrichment reported that a work day will be held on May 9 to make “swag bags” out of t-shirts to be donated to the Duncan Art Council for the Art Walk at Fuqua Park in June. The Sunshine 90th Birthday Reception will be held May 11 from 1-4pm at the Marlow Mercantile. Members were asked to wear there Sunshine shirts. The Fiji Project continues to support the women of Sote, Fiji with a culinary exchange. Sunshine members are sharing recipes with the group of mothers . Bobbie Foster shared her upcycled project which was a quilt made from her husband’s shirts. She will show this at the June OHCE County Council. She also made yarn rugs for entry into the Stephens County Fair. Two members volunteered at the Stephens County Baby Shower by entertaining the children of the mothers attending, Ms. Ely reported that the Tai-Chi class will be help Monday and Wednesday from 2-3pm beginning May 22 at the Freewill Baptist Church in Duncan. The class will run for 6 weeks and the public is invited. Upcoming dates to remember were announced. June 1-2 and 8-9 is the 4-H Sewing Camp. June 29-30 and July 5-7 is the 4-H Quilt Camp. Members were asked to assist with these camps July 5-7 is the State OHCE Convention in Oklahoma City. The lesson was given by Genevra Bechtel on “Gardening Update, Oklahoma Proven Plants”. Ms. Bechtel demonstrated the proper way to plant a flower and suggested that plants be purchased from local growers since they should be more Oklahoma hardy. The next meeting will be 9:30am June 1 at the All Saints Episcopal Church, 809 West Cedar with Jane Mitchell and Flo Stuckert hosting. THOMPSON'S PHARMACY 513 Hillery Drive, Comanche,OK 580-439-8869 Jelly Belly Candy Selection Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate Pieces 2/$1 May 11-24th Burt's Bees Travel Kits (A Great Gift For The Graduate!) Custom Compounding Free Delivery To The Area (Must be called in by 2 pm) THE COMANCHE TIMES, THURDSAY, MAY 18 , 2017 COMANCHE, OKLAHOMA Page 5 TRIBE PRIDE - CLASS OF 2017 “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.”....Dr. Seuss Ryan Chase Aker Dakota Alexander Chaz Zachary Allen Cynthia Alvarez Parent/Guardian: Jerry Aker and Stephanie Blair I hereby will my ability to be the best to underclassman Konner Doucet. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? I would take Mrs. Sanders, Jim Carrey and Dailen Presgrove to Cali baby. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Sanders because she is the most wonderful person. Parent/Guardian: Fred & Bobbie Alexander I hereby will my ability to get good grades to underclassman Bruce Butler. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Larry Reed, Justin Wren, David Gatliff to Florida. My favorite teacher is Larry Reed because we have life conversations and go to the store all the time. Parent/Guardian: Chad Allen I hereby will my ability to have great hair to underclassman Jacob Martinez. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Travel to the Forbidden City with Kurt Cobain, Serena Williams, Robin Williams, Candesse and Michael Jackson. My favorite teachers are between Mrs. Sanders and Candesse Minor because they both care about me, plus they are just the coolest teachers ever. Parent/Guardian: Jaime & Maria Alvarez I hereby will my ability to not trip during a cross country race to underclassman Ryleigh Woody. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Crystal Beck, Mrs. Oakman and Dave Franco on a cross country road trip from Los Angeles, CA to Key West, FL. My favorite teacher is Mrs. McCauley because she has the biggest heart with a one-of-a kind sweet personality. Proudly Sponsored By Bandy Sanders Christopher Isaac Armijo Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Lake Bait Shop Ian Babcock Parent/Guardian: Bob & Jan Robinson I hereby will my ability to listen to dope Parent/Guardian: (Aunt/Uncle) Tiffany & music to underclassman Trevor Wehba. Christopher Looney What classmate, teacher and famous perI hereby will my ability to be Mexican to son would you take with you on a cross underclassman Jacob Martinez. country trip and where would you go? I What classmate, teacher and famous per- would take Skyler Cox to Vegas. son would you take with you on a cross My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because country road trip and where would you go? she is chill and cool. Kamren VanBuskirik, Steven Dunham and Proudly Sponsored By Chris Cornell to a live concert. My favorite teacher is Coach Miller beBrown’s Car Wash cause he is a great coach and role model. Proudly Sponsored By Ray of Hope Church Allison Cain Parent/Guardian: Ian Cain and Denise Owens I hereby will my ability to outfield (softball) to underclassman Emily Roden. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? All my friends, Mrs. Minor and Charlie Hunnam to travel all around the world. My favorite teacher is Kirk Prucha because he deals with the “terrible” five everyday in class 5th hour. (Allison, Bailey, Emily, Kenzie and Lauren) Proudly Sponsored By Bartling Insurance Agency Proudly Sponsored By Headrick Insurance Agency Proudly Sponsored By Nancy Martin, Attny Brookelynn Nicole Arbuckle Proudly Sponsored By Dorothy Martin Crystal Beck Jodie Berryhill Anthony Bohannan Parent/Guardian: Brad Beck and Teresa Renfro I hereby will my ability to motivate myself to get up and go to school every day to underclassman Savannah Renfro. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Shene Swift and Noah McGhaty, Mrs. Lovett and Harry Styles to Sea World. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Trosclair because she does everything in her power to help her students achieve their goals and she lets you know she cares. Parent/Guardian: Jeffry & Sherry Berryhill Future Plans: To be a good mom to T.C. Parent/Guardian: Weylin & Windy Bohannan I hereby will my ability to be good-looking to underclassman Matt Dennis. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Mrs. Miller, I would take her to Hungary. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she trained me to be a state champion. Proudly Sponsored By Bryan & Wendy Plant Jana Archer Parent/Guardian: Dana Yarborough and Jerry Archer I hereby will my ability to sleep in class to I hereby will my ability to be creative to underclassman Lezlie Arbuckle. underclassman Julee Simmons. What classmate, teacher and famous per- What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross son would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? country road trip and where would you go? Myself, Cynthia Alvarez and Mr. Prucha I would take Alyssa Hodges, Mrs. Oakman would go to all the mountains in the United and John Lennon to Italy. States. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Oakman beMy favorite teacher is Mr. Prucha because cause she honestly cares about her stuhe lets me leave when I was done with all dents and is very understanding. my work. Proudly Sponsored By Ray of Hope Church Proudly Sponsored By Loves Country Store Christopher Richard Burk I hereby will my ability to exist to underclassman Jaiden Welch. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? I would take Christina Stedman to Antarctica to turn into people popsickles. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she does really good stuff. Proudly Sponsored By Loves Country Store Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash Madison SueEllen Chisum Parent/Guardian: Wayne Chisum and Cindy Anderlohr I hereby will my ability to memorize what type of ice is at every store/restaurant to underclassman Tessa Chisum. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would go to the Netherlands and take Breanne, Teaspoon, Miss Reed and JoJo. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she taught me and Charli how to fill out an envelope. Coltlyn Rayn Clark Hailey Nicole Corp Andrew Skyler Cox Lindsey Michelle Craig Parent/Guardian: Ryan & Jennifer Clark I hereby will my ability to sing to underclassman Haley Henderson. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Haley Henderson, Coach Miller and Sam Hunt to the Bahamas. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she is very kind and an amazing teacher. Parent/Guardian: Corey Corp and Jennifer Moseley I hereby will my ability to do make-up to underclassman Jaedin Moseley. If in 10 yeats I ams extremely rich I would think about giving $1 million to CHS so they could buy a better band room. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Johnston be- Parent/Guardian: Kristy Shoestar and Randall Allen I hereby will my ability to make people laugh to underclassman Tayler Yarborough. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Calobe Elliott, Mrs. Miller and Eminem we would go to Eminem’s house, Dr. Dre’s house and travel from Florida to California. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she is my therapist. Parent/Guardian: Brad & Tiffany Turner I hereby will my ability to be overly aggressive on the court to underclassman Carlyn Gay. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Paige Biffle, Mrs. Minor & Liam Hemsworth at a beach so we can admire Liam. My favorite teacher is Coach Minor because he tells everything how it is and we jam to Keith Whitley in class together. Proudly Sponsored By Newton’s Plumbing & Electric cause she likes the same things as me! Proudly Sponsored By Johnny & Tangi Zumwalt Proudly Sponsored By Ray of Hope Church Proudly Sponsored By Janice Jackson Proudly Sponsored By WW Paul Scales Jaycee Lynn Davis Chloe Dunlap Karson Denea Edie Calobe Ryan Elliott Tracey Enzenauer Blake McCord Fisher Parent/Guardian: Brian Davis and Teri Patterson What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Shakira to a dance party. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Oakman because she lets me paint what I want since I’ve taken 5 years of art. Parent/Guardian: Chuck & Karen Dunlap I hereby will my ability to sing soprano 1 to all the choir girls. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Cynthia Alvarea, Mrs. Minor and Teddy Roosevelt and we would road trip to all the national parks. My favorite teacher is Candesse Minor because she has always been here for all of us and I know I can go to her with any problems I have. Parent/Guardian: Heather Brandt & Keith Edie I hereby will my ability to enjoy high school to the fullest to underclassman Caitlin Allen. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? I would take myself, Mr. Dunham and Lil Wayne on a hippie excursion and to the Cochella. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she is the best! Parent/Guardian: Billy Campbell and Parent/Guardian: Paul & Harla Enzenauer What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Jodie Berryhill, Mr. Hawkins and Sam Hunt to North Carolina. My favorite teacher is Mr. Alvarado because he deals with me even when I’m bad. Parent/Guardian: Bryan & Melonie Fisher I hereby will my ability to dance to underclassman Rowdy Rhone. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Keyton Bohannan, Mrs. Miller and James Franco or Donald Glover to California. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she does everything, seriously. Proudly Sponsored By American National Bank Proudly Sponsored By Graham’s Jewelry Proudly Sponsored By Ray of Hope Church Member FDIC Shirleen Elliott I hereby will my ability to be silent to all underclassman. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Skyler, Mrs. Oakman and Eminem everywhere. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she does everything for me, she is like a mom to me and she keeps me aline. Proudly Sponsored By Ray of Hope Church Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Lake Bait Shop Proudly Sponsored By ReMax of Duncan Page 6 THE COMANCHE TIMES, THURDSAY, MAY 18 , 2017 COMANCHE, OKLAHOMA TRIBE PRIDE - CLASS OF 2017 “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.”....Dr. Seuss Alexa Haley French Kharma Gardner David Michael Gatliff Tristan Lee Glancy Andrew Hayes Trent Hendricks Parent/Guardian: Jon & Jennifer French I hereby will my ability to be super spectacular to underclassmen Haley Holstead. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Heather Pitcock, Mrs. Minor and Sam Hunt to San Francisco. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Sanders because she does the coolest stuff ever and she’s super cool. Parent/Guardian: Tim & Julie Gardner I hereby will my ability as H20 distribution manager to any underclassman and hopefully my little sister Anna Gardner someday. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? All my classmates, Mr. Hinds and Willie Nelson to the world’s largest mud house in Kansas and it would be tolerable because we would have the best Rock N Roll DJ ever, Mr. Hinds. My favorite teacher is Danny Blackwell because he annoys me, encourages me and always reminds me to “stay out of jail.” Parent/Guardian: David & Rose Gatliff What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Kyla, Rydder and I would travel to Alaska to hunt moose. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Michelle Myers Parent/Guardian: Kara Clark and Joey Glancy I hereby will my ability to humor to underclassman Haley Henderson. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Skyler Cox to Hell, Michigan and leave him there where he belongs. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she takes a lot of crap and still manages to be a good person. Parent/Guardian: Bryan & Brandi Hayes I hereby will my ability to skip school to underclassman Jacob McClendon. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? I would take all my buddies. I would take my teacher from Grandview Coach Turner and I would take Willie Nelson to Oregon. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she is one teacher I like giving a hard time. Parent/Guardian: Kary & Missy Hendricks I hereby will my ability to make awesome sound effects to underclassman Rowdy Rhone. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? I would take Mrs. Miller, Brandon VanOven and Tom Holland to see the world’s largest ball of yarn. My favorite teacher is Mr. Hinds because he does the impossible! Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash because she cares and helped me a lot. Proudly Sponsored By Miller & Sons Construction Proudly Sponsored By Ray of Hope Church Proudly Sponsored By Tina & Lenora @ Edgewoods Proudly Sponsored By Ray of Hope Church Proudly Sponsored By Morris & Son’s Glass Chelsea Marie Hill Bailey Hinshaw Alyssa Nichole Hodges Parent/Guardian: Donald & Rachel Hill I hereby will my ability to go fishing to underclassmen because it relieves stress. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Jaycee Davis, Mrs. Sanders and Carrie Underwood on a road trip. We would go drive to South Padre. My favorite teacher is Mr. Hinds because he let us go get donuts sometimes. Parent/Guardian: Steve & Crystal Hinshaw I hereby will my ability to cheer to underclassman Caylee Ralls. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? All my friends, Mrs. Minor and Chris Hemsworth, we would travel to Las Vegas. My favorite teacher is Kirk Prucha because he lets us play card games. Parent/Guardian: Randy & Kim Hodges I hereby will my ability to be brave and selfless to underclassman Shayson Hodges. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? I would take Jana Archer, Mrs. Minor and Peeny from the Big Bang Theory and we would go to California. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she does everything she can to be a great Proudly Sponsored By Cowtown Corner Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Funeral Home Trenton Alexander Luce Parent/Guardian: Oliver & Zela Luce I hereby will my ability to procrastinat to my little brother. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Donavan, Cameron, Mrs. Miller, Jennifer Lawrance (because she’s hot) and go party in Vegas. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she does the nicest things. Proudly Sponsored By Newton’s Plumbing & Electric Samantha JoAnn Mietchen Parent/Guardian: Traci Keneda What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Mr. Hawkins and Willie Nelson and go all around the U.S. to the most haunted places. My favorite teacher is Mr. Hawkins because he is always nice, has good advice and a great teacher. Proudly Sponsored By Johnny & Tangi Zumwalt teacher and an amazing woman! Proudly Sponsored By Headrick Insurance Agency Hunter Michael James Holstead Parent/Guardian: Louis & Mindy Holstead I hereby will my ability to procrastinate to underclassman James Norris. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would go on a cross country road trip with Breanne Poff to Las Vegas. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Sanders because she does everything in the world for me. She’s truly the best. Cameron Maddox Donavan Lance Martin Corey Lee McCasland Parent/Guardian: Donnie Martin & Staci Smajstrla and Angela Sanchez & Dino Sanchez. I hereby will my ability to powerlift to underclassman who are all in powerlifting. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Trent Luce, Lyndsey Miller, John Cena and Cameron Maddox to New York City. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she does a great job teaching, but also a friend when you need one. I hereby will my ability to work hard to underclassman Seth. If in 10 years I am extremely rich I would think about giving $1 million to FAME so they could buy what they need at that time. My favorite teachers are all of my teachers since I started school because they have helped me to learn all the knowledge I know today. Stephen David Millan Stony Wayne Mitchell Parent/Guardian: Tony & Nita Mitchell I hereby will my ability to being a stud line backer to underclassman Dusty Mitchell. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Chaz Allen, Mr. Prucha and Donald Trump to the Bahamas. My favorite teacher is Larry Reed because he lets you do anything we want and tells lots of stories and laughs. Proudly Sponsored By Thompson’s Pharmacy Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Seed & Grain Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash Proudly Sponsored By WW Paul Scales Wesley Gene McClendon Zachary Thomas Mears Parent/Guardian: Mark & Tina Hall I hereby will my ability to be great at playing spades to underclassman Jacob Martinez. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Jamison, Mrs. Minor and KD to Belize. My favorite teacher is Coach Minor be- Parent/Guardian: Ronnie & Aimee Mears What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would go to Ft. Sill Boulevard with Daylan Tinline, Mr. Dunham and Billy Gibbons. My favorite teacher is Mr. Hinds because we’ve been tight for years. cause he loves to play spades. Proudly Sponsored By Headrick Insurance Agency Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Tag Office Parent/Guardian: Janice McDaniel I hereby will my ability to be awesome to underclassman Ashley Phelps. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Cody Stonerock and go to every car show. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Garcia because she is a family friend. Kord Gene Kelly Parent/Guardian: Kirby & Donna Kelly I hereby will my ability to skip more days than allowed and not get caught to underclassman Rein Mayo. My favorite teacher is Mr. Hinds because he jams to the classics. Proudly Sponsored By Wayne & Mindy Brown Parent/Guardian: Tori Maddox and Anita Allmon I hereby will my ability to thrash in football to underclassman Reece Middick. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Donavan Martin & Trent Luce, Sonya Grissom, Mat and Ryan, we would all go to Washington, D.C. and sing to earn money. My favorite teacher is Lyndsey Miller because she believed in me and pushed me to be the best I can be. She was always there for me. Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Tag Office Austin Jamison Parent/Guardian: Chris & Tammy Jamison I hereby will my ability to hunt and fish to underclassman Carson Rouse. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because all she wants is our money. Emily K’Michele Morton Alexia Lynn Newman Parent/Guardian: Aaron & Jennifer Ferguson and Robert Newman Parent/Guardian: Clayton & Jennifer I hereby will my ability to show pigs to Morton underclassman Tayler Yarborough. I hereby will my ability to love animals to What classmate, teacher and famous perunderclassman that are pro animal cruelty. son would you take with you on a cross What classmate, teacher and famous per- country trip and where would you go? son would you take with you on a cross Jacey Fye, Shelby Watkins and Read country road trip and where would you go? Southhall to Florida cause the beach is My friends, Mrs. Suson and Chace always fun. Crawford to the upper east side. My favorite teacher is Jacey Fye because My favorite teacher is Mr. Prucha because she teaches my favorite class and helped he always cares about my feelings. me accomplish all my goals in the FFA. Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Tag Office Proudly Sponsored By Bartling Insurance Agency Proudly Sponsored By Janice Jackson Allison Nunley Parent/Guardian: Stacey Nunley I hereby will my ability to set goals and reach them to my sisters and brother. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take my family on a trip to Colorado skiing. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Ressel because she is very caring and wants me to achieve my goals. Proudly Sponsored By Leslie McGuire TRIBE PRIDE - CLASS OF 2017 “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.”....Dr. Seuss THE COMANCHE TIMES, THURDSAY, MAY 18 , 2017 COMANCHE, OKLAHOMA Page 7 Kelin Teagh Parrish Heather Nicole Pitcock Sapphira Mercy Plant Breanne Allison Poff Parent/Guardian: Marie Parrish I hereby will my ability to perform vocal and instrumental music to underclassman who enjoy music as much as I do. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Gabriel, Mr. Milburn and Ryan Reynolds to California. My favorite teacher is Mr. Milburn because he does a fantastic job at getting the entire band at performance level. Parent/Guardian: Mark & Anita Pitcock I hereby will my ability to be helpful in cosmetology to underclassman Averie Strunk. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Savannah Ramsey, Mrs. Minor and Adam Sandler to California. My favorite teacher is Gerry Rawlings because she gives me the best advice and doesn’t let me give up. Parent/Guardian: Bryan & Wendy Plant If in 10 years I am extremely rich I would think about giving $1 million to CHS so they could build a new school. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Grissom because she is a good teacher. She explained things very well and she is nice. Parent/Guardian: Tim & Jenny Poff I hereby will my ability to procrastinate to underclassman Kimberly (Teaspoon) Spoonemore. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Madison, Charli, Kimberly and I would take Mrs. Minor on a trip to Las Vegas with Bruno Mars. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she is my second mother. Proudly Sponsored By Thompson’s Pharmacy Proudly Sponsored By Okie Doodles/Petals Sammie Dale Renfro Carly Dee Richardson Parent/Guardian: Dale & Kim Renfro I hereby will my ability to chase the ladies to underclassman Jacob Davis. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Coach Minor, Stony Mitchell, George Strait, we would go up north to the pig farms. My favorite teacher is Coach Minor because he does life lessons. Parent/Guardian: Dewayne & Valerie Richardson I hereby will my ability to make 3 pointers to underclassman Emily Roden & Brooklin Bain. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? All my friends, Mrs. Minor and Blake Shelton and we would go to Myrtle Beach, SC. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Garcia because she lets us have food days and eat meals and desserts all hour. Alexus LeeAnna Rosser Kendra Osborne Parent/Guardian: Randy & Peggy Osborne What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Jame Arthur, going to the mountains. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she is one teacher I like giving a hard time. Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Lake Bait Shop Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Seed & Grain Parent/Guardian: Kathy Rosser-Pierce I hereby will my ability to be confident in everything I do to underclassman Brooklin Bain. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? My friends, Mrs. Minor, Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber. My favorite teacher are Mrs. Minor and Mrs. Sanders because they don’t take crap from us kids. Proudly Sponsored By Bryan & Wendy Plant Proudly Sponsored By Wayne & Mindy Brown Zachary Zane Schoolfield Devin Ray Shrader Parent/Guardian: Mandy Shrader If in 10 years I am extremely rich I would Parent/Guardian: Jason & Shelly think about giving $1 million to CHS so Schoolfield and Tina Murray they could buy better equipment for all the I hereby will my ability to weld to under- teachers. classman Kage Phipps. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Trosclaire beWhat classmate, teacher and famous percause she makes it easy to learn. son would you take with you on a cross Proudly Sponsored By country trip and where would you go? Stony Mitchell, Mr. Reed, Dwayne Miller & Sons ConstrucJohnson would all go to survival wise. tion My favorite teacher is Mr. Reed because he helps me realize I have a very good talent. Emily Savannah Ramsey Parent/Guardian: Gary & Melissa Ramsey I hereby will my ability to do good in school and make passing grades to underclassman Dylan Arbuckle. If in 10 years I am extremely rich I would think about giving $1 million to CHS so they could buy new books. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Morgan because she is understanding and is a great teacher. Proudly Sponsored By Cowtown Corner Christina Sidebottom Parent/Guardian: Tina Sidebottom and Lee Wilkes I hereby will my ability to sing “Let It Go” to underclassman Sonya T. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? I would take Mr. Hinds, James Franco and Cameron Maddox to the Bahamas. My favorite teacher is Mr. Hinds because he has mad teaching skills. YO Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash Proudly Sponsored By Southern Sass Salon Proudly Sponsored By Marla Johnson Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash Lakota Bryn Simmons Hailey Nicole Smith Lauren Gail Sorrell Makenzie Sorrell Christina Stedman Kyle Stegall Parent/Guardian: Larry Simmons I hereby will my ability to not care to underclassman Jacob Vanbuskirk. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Stephen Millian, Mr. Prucha and Chuck Norris to fight the ocean. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she is my cousin. Parent/Guardian: Brad & Jennifer Smith I hereby will my ability to have a witty attitude and mad driving skills to underclassman Hayden Smith. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? All my friends, Mrs. Minor and Nathan Scott to every state. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she puts up with us seniors. Parent/Guardian: Crystal Sorrell & Drew Blanton I hereby will my ability to be the best cheerleader to underclassman Caylee Ralls. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Me, the “Terrible Five”, Mr. Prucha and Shakira and we would go to Coachella. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because I’m her favorite student. Proudly Sponsored By Delbert’s Supermarket Parent/Guardian: Donald & Christy Yarbrough I hereby will my ability to act and debate to underclassman Jaiden Welch. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? I would take Cynthia Alvarez, Lyndsey Miller and Lynn Gunn to the beach on the California coast. My favorite teacher is Lyndsey Miller because she does everything in her power to bring out your true self and feel confident that way. Parent/Guardian: Jeff & Annette Ploss I hereby will my ability to fish to all underclassmen. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? John Lennon to New York. My favorite teacher is Mr. Blackwell because he does whatever it takes to teach you so you learn. Proudly Sponsored By Red Diamond Fashions Parent/Guardian: Cody Sorrell and Brook Rice. I hereby will my ability to smile in cheer to underclassman Morgan McCauley. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take all my friends, Mr. Prucha and Chance the Rapper to Orange Beach. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she buys us pizza and puts off the due dates for essays. Proudly Sponsored By Delbert’s Supermarket Mikayla Stephenson Cody Ray Stonerock Parent/Guardian: Mike & Stacy Stephenson I hereby will my ability to be a vocal allstater to all my favorite choir girls. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Rachel McCurry, Miss Reed and Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragon to London with me. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she is the most influencial, Godly woman I’ve ever met and has done so much for me. I love you Mrs. Miller! Parent/Guardian: Ray & Debbie Stonerock I hereby will my ability to procrastinate to underclassman Taylor McQuinn. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Chris Burk, Mr. Hinds and Chuck Norris to the Rocky Mountains. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she is the most sarcastic teacher I have ever had. Proudly Sponsored By Terry & Sue Davidson Proudly Sponsored By Delbert’s Supermarket Proudly Sponsored By Delbert’s Supermarket Automn Marie Throneberry Daylan Christopher Tinline Parent/Guardian: Tonya Throneberry What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? John Brake, Todd Richards and Justin Bieber would go with me to Paris. My favorite teacher is Todd Richards because he listens to me work through my problems. I hereby will my ability to keep on keepin’ on to underclassman Hayden Smith. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Chaz Allen, Mr. Hinds and Jim Carrey, we would go to Los Angeles. My favorite teacher is Jason Hawkins because he is a very chill, patient guy who is more than willing to help anyone who needs it. Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Tag Office Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Lake Bait Shop Proudly Sponsored By Comanche Lake Bait Shop Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash Charli Leanne Turner Parent/Guardian: Shari Cleveland and Michael Turner I hereby will my ability to sleep through all my classes and still be valedictorian to all the underclassman. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Jordyn, Mrs. Rouse, Bruno Mars and we are going to Hawaii. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Minor because she helps me with literally everything. Proudly Sponsored By Hair & Nail Gallery Kamren Bryce VanBuskirk Parent/Guardian: Brian & Michelle VanBuskirk I hereby will my ability to wrestle to underclassman Zac Mayes. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Jordyn Morris, Coach Minor and Will Ferrell to visit every baseball stadium in the U.S. My favorite teacher is Coach Miller because he is the man. Proudly Sponsored By Hair & Nail Gallery Page 8 THE COMANCHE TIMES, THURDSAY, MAY 18 , 2017 COMANCHE, OKLAHOMA TRIBE PRIDE - CLASS OF 2017 “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.”....Dr. Seuss Brandon Cole VanOven Linzie Elizabeth Waldron Parent/Guardian: Robin & Shannon VanOven I hereby will my ability to drain 3’s to underclassman Jacob McClendon. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Chris Armijo, Coach Minor and Mila Venus and we would go to the beach. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she genuinely cares for each and everyone of her students. Parent/Guardian: Kim Waldron I hereby will my ability to be dramatic to underclassman Rachel McCurry. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country trip and where would you go? Mikayla Stephenson, Mrs. Miller and David Duchouny to Roswell, New Mexico. My favorite teacher is Mrs. Miller because she does her best. Proudly Sponsored By Morris & Son’s Glass Proudly Sponsored By Tribe Pride Pizza Kodee Rae West Alyssa Machelle White Parent/Guardian: Greg & Rachel Floyd I hereby will my ability to sleep in class to underclassman Ashley Floyd. If in 10 years I am extremely rich I would think about giving $1 million to CHS so they could have better extra school activities such as sports, music, etc. My favorite teacher is Mr. Hinds because he always had some witty way of making class enjoyable. Parent/Guardian: Belissa Brade I hereby will my ability to miss class to underclassman Veronica Holalde. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Veronica, Coach Miller and Channing Tatum to Hawaii My favorite teacher is Mrs. Suson because she lets me cook and eat food in her class. Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash Proudly Sponsored By Terry & Sue Davidson Spencer McKenzie White Parent/Guardian: Dewayne & Nichole McCarty and Billy & Crystal Sharpe I hereby will my ability to blow off the haters to underclassman Caitlin Allen. If in 10 years I am extremely rich I would think about giving $1 million to CHS so they could build a food court with Chilis, Panda Express, Taco Bell, etc. My favorite teacher is Mr. Hinds because he’s a great person and gives everyone a chance!!! Proudly Sponsored By Brown’s Car Wash Sean Williams Parent/Guardian: Johnnie Williams and Beverley Morris I hereby will my ability to keep on giving Mrs. Minor gray hair to underclassman Dailen Presgrove. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would go with Azch Galifianakis across the world. My favorite teacher is Derek Milburn because he was laid back and chill. Proudly Sponsored By Headrick Insurance Agency We Are Justin Case Wren Jordyn Renee Young Parent/Guardian: Charles & Lora Wren I hereby will my ability to leave class to underclassman Bryson Stevens. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? Larry Reed and Dakota Alexander to Vegas. My favorite teacher is Larry Reed because we always have good conversations and leave class. Parent/Guardian: Nelson & Cynthia Young I hereby will my ability to be sassy to underclassman Caylee Ralls. What classmate, teacher and famous person would you take with you on a cross country road trip and where would you go? I would take Charli Turner, Mrs. Oakman and Cody Johnson and we would got to float the river. 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No. CS-2013-672 JUDGE HARRIS PUBLICATION NOTICE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: JANIERA S. MARIAS You are hereby notified that an action has been filed in the District Court of Comanche County, State of Oklahoma, styled Vernita Jones-Cross vs. Janiera S. Marias, alleging that Plaintiff is entitled to judgment against the Defendant. You are hereby notifiede that you have been sued and must answer the Petition filed by Plaintiff on or before the 20th day of June 2017, or the allegations contained in said Petition will be taken as true and judgment entered thereon against you as prayede for in Plaintiff’s Petition in the amount of $7,013.56. Given under my hand and seal this 21 day of April, 2017. Court Clerk By: /s/ Denise Wilson Deputy (Seal) FELKER, SANDER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Lori A. Sander (OBA#16577) 3934 NW 36th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 84207305; (405) 842-7371 ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF LPXLP (Published in the May 18, 2017 edition of the Comanche Times - 1 time) In the District Court of Stephens County State of Oklahoma RE: Application of Cufford Marvin Leonnas Johnson for license as a Statewide Private Process Server No. PSS-17-3 Public Notice - Private Process Server License Application Notice is hereby given that Cufford Marvin Leonnas Johnson has filed an application in the District Court of Stephens County, State of Oklahoma, in accordance with the provisions and requirements of 12 O.S. § 158.1, for a statewide private process server’s license. Action will be taken on said application on the 12th day of June, 2017 10:30 A.M. before Judge Russell, and if there are no protests and the court determines the applicant is qualified, a license will be granted to the applicant by the court. 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Foster, Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM STEVENSON, Defendant Case No. CJ-2016-699 PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: WILLIAM STEVENSON You are hereby notified that an action has been filed in the District Court of Comanche County, State of Oklahoma, styled Progressive Direct Insurance vs. William Stevenson, alleging that Plaintiff is entitled to judgmet against the Defendant. You are hereby notified that you have been sued and must answer the Petition filed by the Plaintiff on or before the 29th day of June 2017, or the allegations contained in said Petition will be taken as true and judgment entered thereon against you as prayed for in Plaintiff’s Petition in the amount of $11,500.00. Givne under my hand and seal this 8 day of May, 2017. Court Clerk /s/ Robert Morales By: /s/ Bluit Deputy (Seal) FELKER, SANDER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Lori A. Sander (OBA# 16577) 3934 NW 36th St. OKlahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-7305; (405)842-7371 ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF LPXLP Subscribe To Your Hometown Comanche Times Today! It’s Easy! (Published in the May 18, 2017 edition of the Comanche Times - 1 time) THE BOARD OF STEPHENS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS met in regular session May 8, 2017 with Dee Bowen, Chairman; David McCarley, ViceChairman; Todd Churchman, Member; and Jenny Moore, County Clerk, present. Others present: List in County Clerk’s Office. Agenda filed 5-4-17 @ 3:22 P.M. and posted at the front entrance of the Courthouse and Commissioners’ meeting room. Chairman Bowen called the meeting to order. Motion by Churchman, seconded by McCarley to approve minutes of previous meeting.Voting:Bowen, aye; Churchman, aye; McCarley, aye. Motion by Bowen, seconded by McCarley to approve the payment of purchase orders and the issuance of blanket purchase orders.Voting:Bowen, aye; Churchman, aye; McCarley, aye. Motion by McCarley, seconded by Bowen to approve County Officer Monthly Reports for Sheriff, Treasurer, County Clerk, Assessor, Court Clerk, Election Board, Fairgrounds, Health, Official Depository, Commissary, and Commissioner Report for April, 2017.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. Motion by McCarley, seconded by Churchman to approve Cash Fund Estimate of Needs and Request for Appropriations.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. Assessor Visual Inspection: CA-2, M & O, $1.91; County Assessor Revolving Fund: CARF-2, M & O, $739.50; Clerk Lien Fee: CC-1, Personal Services, $4200.25; Sheriff Fee: CS-2, M & O, $27,933.20, CS-5, Courthouse Security, $2,981.91; Treasurer Mortgage Fee: CT-3, Capital Outlay, $645.00; Emergency and Transportation Revolving Fund: ETR-2, M & O, $400,000.00; Fire Department/Nutrition Fund: FDN-BRAY-2, M & O, $5,728.22, FDN-CEN-2, M & O, $5,728.22, FDN-COM-3, Capital Outlay, $5,728.22, FDNCOR-2, M & O, $5,728.22, FDN-DOY-2, M & O, $5,728.22, FDN-DUN-3, Capital Outlay, $5,728.22, FDN-EMP-2, M & O, $4,728.22, FDN-EMP-3, $1,000.00, FDN-LOCO-2, M & O, $5,728.22, FDNMAR-2, M & O, $5,728.22, FDN-MER-2, M & O, $5,728.22, FDN-OAK-2, M & O, $5,728.22, FDNVEL-2, M & O, $2,864.11, FDN-VEL-3, Capital Outlay, $2,864.11, FDN-CNT-2, M & O, $1,088.36, FDN-DNNT-2, M & O, $2,634.97, FDN-DSNT-2, M & O, $515.54, FDN-MNT-2, M & O, $973.80, FDN-VNT-2, M & O, $515.54; Free Fair: FF-2, M & O, $11,002.00; Governmental Building Authority Fair: GBAF-2, M & O, $60,258.02; Governmental Building Authority Fair-OP: GBAF-OP-1, Personal Services, $40,000.00, GBAF-OP-2, M & O, $25,000.00; Governmental Building Authority Jail: GBAJ-2, M & O, $1,378.70; Governmental Building Authority Jail-OP: GBAJ-OP-1, Personal Services, $120,000.00, GBAJ-OP-2, M & O, $29,074.45; Landline 911 Fee: LDLF-1, Personal Services, $5,400.00, LDLF-2, M & O, $14,184.63; Law Library: LL, M & O, $2,510.00; Records Management & Preservation: RMP-1, Personal Services, $6,360.00; Stephens County Drug Court: SCDC-1, Personal Services, $4,166.66; Sheriff Housing: SH-2, M & O, $20,865.00, SHC-1, Personal Services, $19,000.00; Sheriff Jail Commissary: SJC-1, Personal Services, $3,800.00, SJC-2, M & O, $13,460.46; Wireless 911 Fee: WF-2, M & O, $2.43; Highway: CBRI D1, County Bridge & Road Improvement, $9,552.35, CBRI D2, County Bridge & Road Improvement, $9,552.36, CBRI D3, County Bridge & Road Improvement, T-2A D1, M & O, $439.13, T-2A D1, M & O, $1,000.00, T-2A D1, M & O, $1,000.00, T-2A D1, M & O, $1,031.90, T-3 D2, Capital Outlay, $13,800.00, T3 D3, Capital Outlay, $26,735.20, T-3 D3, Capital Outlay, $22,080.00, T-1A, Personal Services, $215,000.00, T-2A, M & O, $321,539.59, T-2B, Lease Purchase, $11,400.00, T-3, Capital Outlay, $25,500.00. Motion by Bowen, seconded by Churchman to approve the Allocation of Alcoholic Beverage Tax and Motor Vehicle Collections for April, 2017.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye Alcohol Beverage: Duncan $10,217.74, Marlow $2,032.99, Comanche $725.20, Bray $527.22, Central $522.86, Empire $416.45, Velma $270.37, Loco $53.20 – Total $14,766.03; Motor Vehicle Collections: Duncan $14,343.01, Marlow $2,836.37, Comanche $1,003.29, Bray $736.57, Central $731.01, Empire $569.87, Velma $377.85, Loco $74.71–Total $20,672.68 Bid #2017-22 was opened for Rock to be picked up and used by Districts #1, #2, and #3. Bids were received from: Martin Marietta, 1404 SW 89th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73159-6305; Red Rock Pit Inc., P.O. Box 238, Connerville, OK 74836; Tishomingo Sand & Gravel, P.O. Box 238, Connerville, OK 74836; and Dolese, P.O. Box 677, Oklahoma City, OK 73101-0677.Motion by Bowen, seconded by Churchman to award bid to Martin Marietta as 1st Choice then Dolese as 2nd choice to purchase from vendor closest to work location.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. Bid #2017-23 was opened for the purchase and delivery of Concrete to be used by Stephens County at various locations and project sites within the County. One bid was received from Dolese, P.O. Box 677, Oklahoma City, OK 73101-0677.Motion by Bowen, seconded by McCarley to award bid to Dolese.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. Bid #2017-24 was opened for the purchase and delivery of Bridge Material to be used by Stephens County at various locations and project sites within the County. Bids were received from Sunbelt Equipment & Supply, 103147 S. Hwy 18, Meeker, OK 74855 and The Railroad Yard, P.O. Box 2283, Stillwater, OK 74076. Motion by Churchman, seconded by McCarley to award bid to Sunbelt Equip- ment & Supply for Structural Steel, in fabricated lengths as requested (new); New Black Interlocking or Galvanized Sheet Piling: 10 GA/Galv/19.7 X 2’ Truckload Sheet Order, 10 GA/Black/18” X 2’ Truckload Sheet Order, 10 GA/Galv/19.7 X 2’ min 3,000 SF Sheet Order, 10 GA/Black/18” X 2’ min 3,000 SF Sheet Order, 10GA/Galv 19.7 X 2’ any Sheet Order, 10GA/Black/18” X 2’ any Sheet Order; Painted Steel Decking, new or used Wide Flange Beams (no welds or spliced beams) 10”/18”/ 24”; Rebar (grade 60)1/2”/5/8”; Channel Iron: 4” 5.4#ft/7” 9.8#ft; Slab Bolster: 1”/4”; Slab Spacers: 1”/4” and to the Railroad Yard for Structural Steel in Fabricated Lengths as Requested (new and used); New Steel H-Beams: 10” X 10” 42# per ft.; Angle Iron: 4” X 4” X ” per ft.; Channel Iron: 4” 5.4” ft.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. (Prices available in County Clerk’s Office) Bid #2017-25 was opened for Oil & Emulsion to be picked up and used for projects in Districts #1, #2, #3. Bids were received from: Vance Brothers, P.O. Box 300107, Kansas City, MO 64130-0107; Asphalt & Fuel Supply, 4200 E. Skelly Dr., Ste. 600, Tulsa, OK 74135-3210; CED7 County Energy District Authority, P.O. Box 337, Clinton, OK 736010337; Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc., 9301 SW Koch St., Lawton, OK 73505; and Coastal Energy Corporation, P.O. Box 218, Willow Springs, MO 65793.Motion by Bowen, seconded by Churchman to award bid to Ergon.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. Motion by Bowen, seconded by McCarley to approve a Transfer of Appropriation within the Fire Department/Nutrition Fund and the Clerk Lien Fee Fund.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. FDN-DOY-2, M & O, $7,050.00 to FDN-DOY-3, Capital Outlay, $7,050.00; CC-2, M & O, $2,000.00 to CC-1C, Travel, $2,000.00. Motion by Churchman, seconded by Bowen to adopt Declaration of Surplus Resolution #2017-29 pertaining to the following pieces of equipment for District #2.Voting: Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye.HP Dual Core Computer with 22” LCD Monitor, ID# D2-220-0033; Dell Dimension 3000 Series, ID# D2-220-0030; Chicago Pneumatic Zip Gun, ID# D2-322-0011; Motorola M-214 Radio W/ Antenna, ID# D2-443-008 The Board acknowledged a Letter of Resignation presented by E911 Director, Mark Suson effective May 31, 2017. The Board expressed their appreciation for his service the last 6 years. Motion by Bowen, seconded by Churchman to raise the pay of Fairgrounds employee, Sonya Mullen, to the current groundskeeper pay.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. Shannon Duncan addressed the Board about land that he owns in District #1 at MedCalf and Railroad.After having his land surveyed so that he can erect a fence, it was discovered that the corner of his property ends in the asphalted right-of-way. Duncan shared that the road is estimated to be 10’ wider than it should be at the curve. McCarley stated that the curve has always been there and changing the road is just not feasible.Duncan agreed that the curve has always been there, but the added asphalt has not.The Board was unsure of the legal obligation on the County’s part and the owner’s part.Chairman Bowen encouraged McCarley and Duncan to work things out, but McCarley expressed his need for an opinion from District Attorney Hicks in order to resolve things.Bowen asked McCarley if he would visit with Hicks about the situation and McCarley said he would as long as Duncan got him all the information.Duncan had pictures and a survey he could give McCarley. Series 2016-2017 CASH HWY FUND LEASE PURCHASE 004747 PROSPERITY BANK 1676.09; M & O 000250 HENDERSON SUPPLY 31.80; 000315 ATLAS-TUCK CONCRETE INC 983.88; 001304 McCOYS BUILDING SUPPLY 89.94; 002084 3B INDUSTRIES 135.00; 002097 DUNCAN BUILDERS SUPPLY 16.13; 002604 WOOLSEYS OFFICE PRODUCTS 43.28; 002670 T & G CONSTRUCTION INC 1014.22; 003047 T & G CONSTRUCTION INC 1092.81; 003458 MONTGOMERY TIRE SERVICE 144.00; 003485 KIRBY SMITH MACHINERY INC 104.26; 003754 GRISSOM IMPLEMENT 246.52; 003923 MARLOW LUMBER CO INC 94.36; 003925 OTASCO/COAST TO COAST HOME & AUTO 117.86; 003934 COMANCHE SEED 758.55; 004340 C L BOYD COMPANY 2596.24; 004341 DISCOUNT AUTO SUPPLY 1022.16; 004348 STANDRIDGE OF DUNCAN 459.84; 004350 DOLESE BROS CO 5062.15; 004352 STEPHENS COUNTY RWD #5 171.60; 004358 JAMES SUPPLIES LLC 27.45; 004359 HARRY BROWN SALES CORP 64.50; 004360 H G JENKINS CONSTRUCTION CO 10585.58; 004364 MARSHALL AUTO PARTS 476.21; 004365 MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS SW 2143.06; 004366 MONTGOMERY TIRE SERVICE 227.00; 004368 SPRINGHOUSE WATER 33.99; 004369 STANDRIDGE OF DUNCAN 2190.19; 004371 WAGNER SUPPLY 123.09; 004402 DOLESE BROS CO 1831.32; 004439 MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS SW 16237.95; 004470 SHRED AWAY SHREDDING INC 15.00; 004474 ACE HARDWARE 39.68; 004555 W DOUGLASS DISTRIBUTING, DBA ASHLEY DOUGLAS 2658.70; 004586 URGENT MED 139.00; 004595 DUB ROSS COMPANY 4459.16; 004676 T & W TIRE CO 322.20; 004719 HERCULES TIRES 797.74; 004744 DIRECT DISCOUNT TIRE 1694.00; 004819 DUNCAN BANNER 108.05; 004820 DUNCAN BANNER 98.15; 004825 W DOUGLASS DISTRIBUTING, DBA ASHLEY DOUGLAS 900.90; 004832 T & W TIRE CO 160.89; 004844 DUNCAN PUBLIC UTILITIES AUTHORITY 491.57; 004845 HERCULES TIRES 212.04; 004853 SHRED AWAY SHREDDING INC 15.00; 004907 WASTE CONNECTIONS INC 64.00; 004908 WASTE CONNECTIONS INC 64.00; 004909 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 61.16; 004911 CITY OF MARLOW 84.20; 004923 WASTE CONNECTIONS INC 64.00; 004924 COMANCHE PUBLIC WORKS AUTH 393.59; TRAVEL 004803 MCCARLEY, DAVID D 86.56; 004829 O NEAL, TYLER C 12.75;CIV EMER MGMT CAPITAL OUTLAY 004837 DON EVANS TRAILERS 2455.00; M & O 004824 POWER PRINT 184.90; Payroll 004926 Gross Payroll 595.92;FIRE DEPT/NUTRITION CAPITAL OUTLAY 004854 WELCH STATE BANK 5245.52; 004855 WELCH STATE BANK 7414.40; M & O 004458 CABLE MEAT CO 417.95; 004461 MARLOW FOOD MARKET 310.35; 004497 HOMELAND GROCERY 91.57; 004498 SOUTHWEST FOODS 728.06; 004499 CABLE MEAT CO 231.39; 004910 WASTE CONNECTIONS INC 41.76;FREE FAIR M & O 004120 COMDATA CORP 323.04; 004249 LIBERTY FLAGS INC 177.20; 004250 ACE HARDWARE 297.70; 004254 DUNCAN BUILDERS SUPPLY 43.62; 004258 BENNETT OFFICE EQUIPMENT 213.58; 004437 DUNCAN BUILDERS SUPPLY 358.50; 004846 GREAT PLAINS EQUIPMENT SALES 21.58; 004852 CLIMATE CONTROL CO 80.00; 004883 A T & T 50.87; 004913 THORNTON PUMP & SUPPLY 272.08; 004914 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 369.98; 004922 US POST OFFICE 196.00;GENERAL FUND E911 004918 PIONEER TELEPHONE COOP INC 33.72; M & O 003243 ERIKS PIT STOP 66.64; 003652 SHRED AWAY SHREDDING INC 15.00; 003667 SHRED AWAY SHREDDING INC 15.00; 003680 BANCFIRST 684.72; 004022 CULLIGAN WATER CONDITIONING 63.50; 004098 DUNCAN BUILDERS SUPPLY 36.94; 004102 ACE HARDWARE 71.86; 004105 COMDATA CORP 183.02; 004176 CIT 129.90; 004228 STANDLEY SYSTEMS 244.87; 004329 COUNTY CLERKS & DEPUTIES ASSOC 40.00; 004839 DUNCAN PUBLIC UTILITIES AUTHORITY 43.77; 004840 DUNCAN PUBLIC UTILITIES AUTHORITY 80.27; Payroll 004929 Gross Payroll 96.00; 004930 Gross Payroll 23.18; TRAVEL 002637 OSU-CTP 125.00; 004157 CROWNE PLAZA OKC 178.00; GOV BLDG AUTH SALES TAX-FAIR CAPITAL OUTLAY 003845 ARROW SIGN COMPANY 71350.00; M & O 004897 BANCFIRST SERIES 2014 REV BONDS 55853.13;GOV BLDG AUTH SALES TAX-FAIR OPERATIONS Payroll 004927 Gross Payroll 16.15;GOV BLDG AUTH SALES TAX-JAIL M & O 004431 WINSUPPLY OF OKLAHOMA CITY, WINWHOLESALE COMMERICA 416.65; SUPPLEMENTAL OPERATIONS 004380 SYSCO 10734.88; 004383 WAGNER SUPPLY 1844.75;GOV BLDG AUTH SALES TAX-JAIL-OPERATION M & O 004220 MARSHALL AUTO PARTS 32.04; 004224 CIT 85.87; 004482 D S SERVICES OF AMERICA 68.09; 004838 MODERN COMM SYSTEMS INC 163.00; 004932 PIONEER TELEPHONE COOP INC 33.71; Payroll 004928 Gross Payroll 2087.36;HEALTH M & O 004242 DUMAS, WINSTON 1000.00; 004407 OKLA STATE DEPT OF HEALTH 5009.68; 004920 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 210.20; TRAVEL 002561 BOWEN, KRISTY 62.51; 003555 DEAN, KRISTIN 125.99; 003885 MARIA GONZALEZ 31.96; 004308 BOWEN, KRISTY 160.00; 004309 DENNIS, TIFFANY 240.28; 004310 WRIGHT, REGINA 153.45; 004726 MIKESELL, JENNIFER 124.16;LAND LINE 911 FEE M & O 004898 STEPHENS CO SHERIFF HOUSING COMM. 11500.00;SHERIFF FEE M & O 004196 US FLEET TRACKING CORP. 39.95; 004478 D S SERVICES OF AMERICA 41.34;SHERIFF HOUSING CAPITAL OUTLAY 002929 BOB MOORE FORD 83766.00; 003627 METRO EMERGENCY UPFITTERS 26490.00; 004073 OKLA CORRECTIONAL INDUSTRIES 683.30; M & O 002893 BUSINESS IMAGING SYSTEMS 553.00; 003628 METRO EMERGENCY UPFITTERS 17715.00; 004204 CIT 56.05; 004209 VERIZON WIRELESS 76.02; 004480 D S SERVICES OF AMERICA 20.16; 004725 SECRETARY OF STATE 10.00; 004841 OKLAHOMA TAX COMMISSION 43.50; 004842 OKLAHOMA TAX COMMISSION 43.50; 004843 OKLAHOMA TAX COMMISSION 43.50; 004850 DUNCAN LOCK & KEY 13.80;SHERIFF JAIL COMMISSARY M & O 004202 CIT 56.05; 004746 US POST OFFICE 490.00; 004806 MID STATES SERVICES 1345.01; 004807 MID STATES SERVICES 208.25; 004851 OKLAHOMA TAX COMMISSION 419.45; TREAS MTG FEE M & O 003903 SHRED AWAY SHREDDING INC 15.00; All items approved this date are on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Motion by McCarley, seconded by Churchman to adjourn meeting.Voting:Bowen, aye; McCarley, aye; Churchman, aye. BOARD OF STEPHENS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS /s/ Dee Bowen Dee Bowen, Chairman /s/ David McCarley David McCarley, Vice Chairman /s/ Todd Churchman Todd Churchman, Member Attest: /s/ Jenny Moore Jenny Moore, County Clerk LPXLP Comanche, Oklahoma BEST Hometown Anywhere! LIVING ESTATE AUCTION Saturday May 20th, 201 10 a.m. 211 East 5th Street, Hastings, OK 3548 Preview of Sale: Friday May 19th, 1pm-6pm Directions: From Comanche go West .1 miles to Corum Road, turn South and go 9.1 miles to the stop sign. Continue South to 5th Street, turn West and go 1 block. Scroggins Auction Service has been commissioned to offer at public auction the Personal Property and Real Estate of Mrs. Mary Lou Lilley-Stevenson. Real Estate Consists of: Very nice home with 2,545 sq. ft., 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on 6 lots with CH&A & window units upstairs, Sitting Room & Office. Also includes a 20x25 shop building, carport, storm cellar, 12x10 storage building w/open side. New Roof, Windows and Siding in 2013. House shown by appointment only. Contact: Parker Scroggins 5 0-656-4416 For photos: Log onto www.auctionzip.com Enter Auctioneer ID# 1 AUCTION ITEMS CRAFTSMAN: Hammer Drill, 6" Bench Grinder, Router, 10 " Compound Miter Saw, 96 Piece Mechanic Tool Set, 2 Ton Jack, Cutting Tool Rotary Trim Cutter, Leaf Blower 25cc gas, 10" Table Saw 2.hp, 1 " Chainsaw 42cc, 20" Chainsaw 46cc, 3/ " Drill Driver, 1/4" Skill Saw, Nailer/Sta pler Kit 1 Gauge, 1/4" Circular Saw, hp/1 " Roto Tiller, 12 Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Multi-Tool, 12 Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Right/Angle Impact Driver, 12 Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Auto Hammer. BLACK & DECKER: Zip Saw, 1/4" Skill Saw, 1/2" Power Band Saw. Weedeater GHT-22 Hedge Trimmer, Wagner Airless Paint Sprayers, Echo Gas Weedeater, 9"Drill Press, Delta 4" Belt & 6" Disc Sander, Shop Vac 16 Gallon 6.5hp, Simer Submersible Pump, 26" Huffy Bicycle, 40 Piece Tap & Die Set, Dremel Cordless Rotary Tool, Airworks Portable 12 Gallon Air Tank, Coleman 11 Gallon Stand Up Air Compressor, 10" Montgomery Ward Power Kraft Radial Arm Saw, Small Troy Bilt Roto Tiller, Bolens 21" cut push Mower, Troy Bilt TB225 Roto Tiller, Hand Saws, Sanders, Levels, Vices, C-Clamps, Saw Horses, Old Windows, Old Doors, Woodworking Drill Bit Set, Workshops Drill Bit Set, Fish Fryer & Turkey Fryer, Misc Fishing Equipment, Lots of Hand Tools/Yard Tools/Lumber, Electric Wheelchair Scooter. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS: Crystal, China Hutches, Entertainment Center, TV's, Stereos, Hall Trees, Cedar Chests, Large Coffee Table, End Tables, Shelves, 2 Large Corner Shelves, Lamps, Hanging Lamps, Standing Lamps, Futon, Directors Chair, 4 Metal Chairs, Area Rugs, Board Games, Keyboard, Jenny Lind Twin Trundle Bed, Sconces, Faux Trees, Printers Trays, Old Bed Pan, Antique Pie/Kitchen Cabinet (Shefco), Duncan Phyfe Drop Leaf Table w/4 Chairs, Old Butter Churn, Milk Can, Kenmore Freezer, Old Plow, Wheel Barrows, Gorilla Cart Wagon, Pictures, Mirrors, Ironing Board w/shelves, Crock && Glass Drink Dispensers, Chest Drawers, White Vanity, Nightstands, King Size Bed, Quilt Racks, Quilt Making Stand, Vanity, Dresser w/Mirror, Office Desk, Small Table w/Chair, Buffet, Teacart, Oak Dining Table w/leaf, Gun Cabinet, Roll Top Desk, Wicker Seat, Wicker Baskets, Sewing Machine w/Cabinet, Storage Cabinets, File Cabinets, Blue Bench for Outside, Bar Stools. This is just a partial list of items. This MUCH, Much More, too numerous to list. DON'T MISS THIS ONE!!!Food available to purchase courtesy of LaFortuna Restaurant in Duncan!!! Auctioneers Message: This is an absolute auction, no reserve on Personal Property. Everything will sell to the highest bidder. Announcements made day of sale supersede any previous advertisements. Everything sells AS IS, WHERE IS. Terms & Conditions of Personal Property: Cash, Personal Check & Company Check accepted with positive ID. Buyers MUST provide a copy of SALES TAX PERMIT to avoid sales tax. Terms & Conditions of Real Estate: 5% Earnest Money down day of sale. Scroggins Auction Service Land Pros Real Estate & Auction Co. Auctioneer-Parker Scroggins Broker-Todd Robertson 58 0-656-4416 Sales Associate-Parker Scroggins 228 Oak Main, Comanche, OK 73529 580-439-5457 WE HAVE LOANS FOR EVERY NEED Commercial -- Agriculture Real Estate Auto -- RV -- Motorcycle CALL JERRID TODAY! Lobby Hours: Mon ² Fri 9:00 - 4:30 Drive Thru: Mon - Fri 7:25 - 6:05 Saturday 7:25 - 12:05 Page 10 THE COMANCHE TIMES, THURDSAY, MAY 18 , 2017 COMANCHE, OKLAHOMA
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