Grand Lake Business Journal

Grove Humane Society Volunteer Bob Carlson Making a Difference!

Carol Rice — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:28:21 +0000

Volunteer Bob Carlson of Grove is making a difference in the lives of the homeless animals at the Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake. Bob wanted to do more volunteer work for the Grove community. Because of his love for dogs, he decided in 2011 to help socialize and walk the dogs at the Humane Society shelter. He and his wife Bobbie know all about the importance for shelter animals to learn about human contact so that they have a better chance for adoption. They adopted their dog from an animal rescue shelter.

Bob retired from Conoco Phillips in April of 1998. He recently learned about the Volunteer Grant Program called “Dollars for Hours” offered to retired Conoco Phillips employees whereby Conoco Phillips will donate $500 for every 20 hours a retiree volunteers with an eligible 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Bob learned that the Grove Humane Society was eligible for this Grant Program.

In the coming year, Bob plans to walk the shelter dogs on most Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons in order to complete two 20-hour grant requests to raise a total of $1,000 for the Humane Society. All just by having some fun interacting with the wonderful dogs at the Humane Society. He says that his “job” is so rewarding as the animals are appreciative of the chance to be outside and to be with people. He just wishes that he could do more and that there would be others that would join him in his efforts to make a difference.

Bob isn’t the only one in his family to help the animals. His wife Bobbie volunteers one afternoon each week at the Humane Society’s Second Chance Thrift Shop in downtown Grove. She enjoys doing the retail sales and meeting the customers–all the while knowing that the proceeds from each sale help pay for the care of all the animals living at the shelter.

Are you interested in volunteering and working with a wonderful group of people? The Humane Society is looking for people to help in its office to answer phones and greet customers who visit the shelter looking to adopt. Volunteers are also needed to help with fundraisers, Thrift Shop sales, and foster homes–just to name a few opportunities. Contact the Grove Humane Society at 918-786-7630 or email hsgrove@att.net if interested in learning about all the volunteer opportunities and how you too can make a difference in the lives of the homeless animals.

Cox’s Corner by State Representative Doug Cox M.D.

Doug Cox MD — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:25:06 +0000

Chief Bill John Baker of the Cherokee Nation was at the Capitol last week. The Cherokee Nation employs more than 13,000 people in 14 counties in Green Country. They are responsible for more than $400 million in annual salaries, resulting in an economic impact of more than $1 billion.
As an old school board member I like the fact that the Cherokees have a compact with the state so they return a portion of their auto tag fees to local schools. They are the only tribe to have such a compact; I hope others soon follow.
Of course I understand the reasoning why the Nation states “preference given to Native Americans” for their jobs. However, can you imagine what would happen to a business that said “preference given to white people”? Why the feds would shut it down and have them in court quicker than you can say “what happened?”
I debated and voted against a bill that would shut off funds to Planned Parenthood of Oklahoma. The issue seemed to be abortions and family planning. Planned Parenthood of Oklahoma does NOT do abortions. They do provide health care services for children and women. Childhood immunizations and nutrition, pap smears, and breast exams are examples. They also do family planning counseling which includes condoms, birth control pills and shots, IUDs, and teaching the rhythm method. I will always support children’s healthcare and women’s access to cancer screening. I also support the right of a woman to control her own destiny by having access to family planning. These rights have enabled women and children to escape the second class citizenship they endured in previous centuries.
The “pseudofed by prescription only” debate continues to rage at the Capitol. Did you know that pseudofed (the main ingredient in methamphetamine) was available only by prescription until 1976? Doctor’s offices were not swamped and most folks treated their cold with other over-the-counter meds. When the patent ran out the drug companies were successful in lobbying to make it over the counter; it was considered safe. Now we know it is used to make a very addictive and dangerous drug, the effects of which are costing our citizens millions of tax dollars. It needs to made “prescription only” again.
I can be reached at dougcox@okhouse.gov or 405-557-7415.

Humane Society’s Pet of the Week – February Adoption Special

Carol Rice — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:30:43 +0000

Hello! I’m Kimber, and I’m waiting at the Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake for my forever family. My mother is a black Labrador Retriever and my father is a white Shepard. My parents are both trained drug dogs in Oklahoma, and their offspring are being trained as well. However, I just didn’t make the cut to be trained as a drug dog because I’m just too passive. You see, I’m just a little shy when I first meet people. I come from very good blood lines. I am very intelligent and would learn very quickly how to become a loving and loyal companion to any family that would provide me with the love and care that I need. Please come visit me at the Humane Society, and see if I would be a good fit for your family.

During the month of February, the Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake is offering a “Sweetheart Special”. The adoption fee for a dog or cat that is one year or older will be just $25. This special adoption fee does include the cost of spay/neuter surgery and routine vaccinations. This is a great time to visit the Grove Humane Society and adopt a shelter pet to be your newest four-legged family member.

If interested in the February Sweetheart Adoption Special, contact the Humane Society shelter at 918-786-7630 or email hsgrove@att.net. Visit the Humane Society’s website at www.humanesocietyofgrove.com for more information about the Humane Society, and now Like Us on Facebook.com/Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake.

The Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake is a no-kill, private non-profit animal rescue organization. Monetary donations are needed to continue to care for the many abandoned and neglected animals. A tax-deductible donation can be mailed to P.O. Box 451205, Grove, OK 74345 or donate electronically via its website.

Carol Rice
Publicity/Humane Society

GLBJ’s Delaware County Court Report February 4 to February 10

Candy Woodruff — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:09:20 +0000

Felonies

Alvarez, Kelby Lee – Possession of CDS with intent to manufacture after former felony conviction x2

Buller, Joshua Aaron – Driving under the influence, alcohol

Elmore, Ronnie Duane – Child abuse by injury

Jackson, Dennis Duane – Possession of controlled substance, marijuana, 2^nd

Johnson, Anastasia Patricia – Bail jumping

Nixon, Ryan Lee – Bail jumping

Rose, Alecia Michelle – Bail jumping

Rowan, Sean – Bail jumping

Tush, David L. – Endeavoring to manufacture methamphetamine

Vanderburg, Nicholas – Possession of CDS with intent to manufacture after former felony conviction x2

Williams, Christopher Edwin – Driving under the influence, second

Wilson, Sandy – Embezzlement by employee

Wolfe, Angela – Bail jumping

Misdemeanors

Foote, Justin Curtis – Public intoxication

Williams, Zina F. – Operating a motor vehicle without a valid license

England, Ronnie Kaye – Driving under the influence, alcohol

Burris Bobby Jean – Driving while suspended/cancelled/revoked

Hargis, Sadie Pauline – Obtaining merchandise by means of bogus check

Myers, Paula – Obtaining merchandise by means of bogus check

Matthews, Casey Jo – Obtaining merchandise by means of bogus check

McNett, Levi G. – Eluding/attempting to elude police officer

Mantia, John Jr. – Eluding/attempting to elude police officer

Kern, Kenneth Brian – Driving while suspended/cancelled/revoked

Lang, Tyrell Bodie – Driving under suspension, third

Sharp, Brandon Lee – Domestic abuse, assault and battery

Wadley, Stephanie D. – Larceny of merchandise from retailer

Sultzer, Bobby Lee – Domestic abuse, assault and battery

King, Mary Jo – Obtaining merchandise by means of bogus check

Bakalic, Branimir – Operating a motor vehicle without a valid license

Melendez, Juan F. – Failure to carry security verification form

Synder, Maggie Mae – Fail to comply with compulsory insurance law

Haddock, Cory Leon – Petit larceny

Dysart, Jaehney Kay – Operating a motor vehicle without a valid license

Civil Suits

First Internet Bank of Indiana v. Roy Lynn Phillips – Money judgment over $10,000

Midland Funding LLC v. Lea Hannon – Money judgment under $10,000

Grand Savings Bank v. George Proctor – Money judgment over $10,000

Freeman Health Systems v. Michael Sperry – Money judgment under $10,000

Decatur State Bank v. Gregory Alsip – Money judgment over $10,000

Everbank v. Pamela Shotpouch and Jackson Shotpouch, et al. – Money judgment over $10,000

Oklahoma State Bank v. Kristi L. Shawnee and David J. Shawnee, et al. – Money judgment over $10,000

Divorce

Shay Loran Gault v. Kathy Renee Gault

Tamara Denise Stone v. Christopher William Stone

Michelle Tammy Tucker v. Timothy Wayne Tucker

Tabatha L. Koch v. Sean W. White

Child Support

Donna Marie Spradling v. Jimmie R. Spradling

Meagan L. Tanner v. Billy E. Handle

Protective Order

Elizabeth Aeron Campbell v. Vickie Kilpatrick

Hailey Clapp v. Karen Bacon

Windy D. Hoffman v. Karen Bacon

Ginger Gene Tully v. James William Tully

Kevin Cory Payne, Grace Marie Payne, Taylor Lee Rowland-Odam, Christian Allen, James Rowland and Isaac Joseph Payne v. Caleb Davis

Darren Glennroy Green v. James Tully

Jennifer Lynn Wicha v. George R. Eklund Jr.

Brandi Elaine Sievert v. George R. Eklund Jr.

Krystal Renee Philpott v. George R. Eklund Jr.

Marriage License

Gregory Lee Foreman and Tabatha Lyn Hussong

Jeremy Allen Edwards and Alicean Marie Gilliam

Jackie Parris and Donna Gail Little

Small Claims

The First National Bank of Vinita v. Amber Lynn Bandy and Vincent W. Bandy – Money judgment under $1,500

Dixie Finance v. Eric P. Day – Money judgment under $1,500

Dixie Finance v. Connie Nichols – Money judgment under $1,500

Dixie Finance v. Amanda Woodward – Money judgment under $1,500

Midwestern Loans & Tax v. Beverly Tiger – Money judgment under $1,500

Midwestern Loans & Tax v. Delma Aruki – Money judgment under $1,500

Midwestern Loans & Tax v. Matthew R. Kellogg – Money judgment under $1,500

Midwestern Loans & Tax v. Michael Kistenmacher – Money judgment under $1,500

Midwestern Loans & Tax v. Jesse Dewayne Spence – Money judgment under $1,500

Traffic

Peters, Michael Bradley – Failure to carry security verification form

McDaneld, Charles – Left of center on a curve, 100 ft. of intersection

Probate

Lebecca A. January – Petition for Letters of Administration

Mary L. Meineke – Probate Trust

Lloyd E. Peterson and Lorrayne Peterson – Petition for Probate of Will

Megan Geane Cooper – Petition for Probate of Will

Beverage License

Four Season Resort Inc. – Renewal

Speedy’s LLC – Renewal

Beverly Davis

Tax Warrant

State of Oklahoma v. Rusty Collins

Bondsman

Bullard, Bryan – Out of county bondsman

Doug Drown — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:54:24 +0000

Members of the NEO Choral group performing during the 2011 commencement ceremony

Miami, Oklahoma – Friday, Feb. 09, 2012 – The Fine Arts Department at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College, (NEO) will perform “Lamb of God,” a sacred oratorio for choir and orchestra, on Sunday, April 1, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Auditorium on the NEO A&M campus, and the NEO Music Dept. is extending an invitation to members of the community to join the concert choir in performing this work.

“Lamb of God” is a sacred oratorio written by composer Rob Gardner. “Lamb of God” expresses through narration, choral music, solo vocalists, and orchestra the days leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus Chris and the few days following.

The event is being sponsored by Choral Director Mary Susan Whaley and the NEO music dept.

The NEO Music Dept. is extending an invitation to members of the community to join the concert choir in performing this work. Community members are welcome to join for rehearsal Monday evenings at 7 p.m. in Commons Recital Hall. Those who are interested should contact Mary Susan Whaley at (918) 533-0790 for additional details.

Whaley was introduced to this composition in November of 2010 shortly after its world premier and digital/disc release. One of her students who was in the “Spire Chorus,” with the London Symphony Orchestra, gave her a copy.

“I was immediately drawn to the potential learning opportunity this offered after finding the rights had been released to perform the oratorio,” Whaley said. “The musicality of this piece is what provides the educational value.”

The subject matter is definitely the inspiration for the piece, but nonetheless has a production value that rivals that of much older oratorios like “Handel’s Messiah,” though “Lamb of God” hails a much deeper emotional musical thread.

After performing a singular choral selection from “Lamb of God” last semester, the choir’s response was so enthusiastic that Whaley decided to select the composition as the semester’s project for the concert choir.

NEO’s music department is on the climb with regards to student numbers. Whaley said she wants to bolster the choir by inviting members of the community to participate.

Contact – Mary Susan Whaley

Email – MSWhaley@neo.edu

Phone – (918) 533-0790