SERVING LEFLORE COUNTY SERVING LEFLORE COUNTY Friday, March 27, 2015 PoteauDailyNews.com Poteau Soccer, CASC Baseball, Spiro Baseball, 5 Outdoors, Sports Briefs, ‘The Triple Option,’ 6 • 3 Weather, Obituaries, Calendar • 4 Opinions • 7-9 Comics, Classifieds • 10 State/Area News Vincent Diuevman of Arnold Electric works near a new transformer being installed at the Lake Wister dam. The transformer will provide a power upgrade for a new bridge crane to be installed next month. CASC v. Eastern, 5 PDN photo by James Martindale 75¢ Daily Edition Volume 119 No. 194 10 Pages Artificial turf drive begins Event to focus on child abuse prevention Surrounded by CNB Central National Bank employees,CNB President Chris Fenton, right, holding check, presents a $75,000 pledge Thursday to Poteau Superintendent Don Sjoberg, a pledge of $75,000 to benefit the school’s artificial turf project. Head football coach Gregg Werner is at far left. PDN photo by Amanda Corbin For the seventh year, communities are encouraged to participate and take action for children by building and displaying a “Blue Ribbon Tree for Kids” during April. The blue ribbon is the international sign for child abuse prevention and serves as a reminder that all of us have responsibility in helping protect our children not only in April, but year around. In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, the public is invited to join a special event on the lawn of the LeFlore County Courthouse. Starting at 9 a.m. Thursday, there will be a Child Abuse Prevention Fair with booths and activities for children. At 11 a.m. there will be a Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Walk from the courthouse to The Commu(See CHILD, page 2) Health Check Bank pledges $75,000 to kick off campaign By Amanda Corbin PDN Reporter P oteau Public Schools have officially started a pledge campaign to replace the football field with artificial turf — Central National Bank kicking it off as the first one to pledge. Thursday, the bank made a pledge of $75,000 for two logo panels on the field. The campaign is to raise funds for the installation of artificial turf on the Costner Stadium football field after voters approved a $975,000 bond for the district. The total cost of the turf is near $700,000, but only $175,000 of the bond will go to support it. The rest will be paid by match-type funding, business and private donations and the district’s building fund. Initial pledges will be followed by competition of advertis(See TURF, page 2) Viking Festival scheduled at Runestone Vikings are set to invade the Heavener Runestone. The Viking/Celtic Festival is scheduled for the weekend of April 11-12 at the Runestone Park in Heavener. The festival is sponsored by Friends of the Heavener Runestone to raise funds for park opera- tions. It is $10 a carload and times run from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The festival is a family event with costumes encouraged. There will be food vendors serving drinks, burgers, hot dogs and barbecue sandwiches. Craft vendors also will be hand on hand selling Celtic jewelry, stained glass, metal and leather crafts, wooden toys, handmade bags, instruments, handmade wire wrap precious metal and semi-precious stone jewelry. For more information on crafts, call (918) 653-2241. There will be Viking reenactors from Louisiana and Texas, who will be conducting an axe-throwing demonstration that the public will be allowed to attempt. In addition, there also will be blacksmithing (See CELTIC, page 2) Mickey Borgsmiller receives a free blood pressure screening at the Heavener Mainstreet Medical booth from her husband, Jake, at the LeFlore County Health Fair Thursday at the Donald W. Reynolds Community Center. The couple are Oklahoma State University Tulsa students doing their clinic rotations locally. Related photo on Page 2. PDN photo by Amanda Corbin Panama Schools Break Ground for Event Center, Shelter Panama Elementary students crowd around the future location of Razorback Event Center on Thursday afternoon at the official groundbreaking for the project. The center will also serve as a storm shelter for students and the community. It has an occupancy of 1,100 people, 900 of those able to fit in the safe room. The center will also house band and athletics. The project is projected to last a little more than a year. Williams Construction of Muskogee is handling the project and should start work next month. Panama Superintendent Grant Ralls would like to thank the community for approving the $4,155,000 school bond that will fund the project. PDN photo by Amanda Corbin PAGE 2 . . . FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 Area CELTIC LeFlore County Health Fair POTEAU DAILY NEWS demonstrations with Joshue McIntire with Razor’s Edge Knife Works from Des Moines, Iowa, providing Vikingstyle blacksmithing, with the public allowed to join in. He will have crafts for sale. Other re-enactors include Michal Carson and his wife, Olaf, who will bring costumes, tents and an Icelandic sheep and Norwegian Fjord horse. Black Oak Shillelagh, a Celtic pub band, will provide musical entertainment, as well as Bear Creek Troupe from Tahlequah. The Royal Gauntlet Birds of Prey will return with their educational program involving several exotic birds. Other performances include Timothy O’Brian’s Celtic Cheer Band. Area residents came out Thursday morning and afternoon for the LeFlore County Health Fair in the Donald W. Reynolds Center,. Visitors met with several booths for local health businesses and were treated to free health screenings and door prizes. PDN photo by Amanda Corbin TURF ing agreements to place marketing panels in the turf. “We are very excited about this project and very appreciative of Central National Bank for seeing the marketing opportunity — and being the first to show their support for the new field,” Poteau Superintendent Don Sjoberg said. “We know that is is a great way to build community pride, and CNB officials recognize the opportunity to be part of it.” Panels can be purchased at two levels with the cost of each panel distributed over the expected 10-year lifespan of the turf. Sideline panels are $30,000 and onfield panels $75,000. Each panel will come with an opposite field panel. The pledge committee consists of Sjoberg, Finance Director Jeremy Quarry, High School Principal Cory Wood and Athletic Director Greg Werner. CHILD nity State Bank, where hot dogs will be provided. LeFlore County Health Department wants everyone to focus on the small positive actions that each of us can take to help raise safe and healthy children. Community events like this one will help to raise awareness throughout our county. Agencies involved include LeFlore County Health Department, LeFlore County Child Advocacy Center, Women’s Crisis Center, Department of Human Services, Choctaw Nation, D&D Counseling Services, Poteau Police Department, Grace Cottage, Kibois and other agencies. Also during April, LeFlore County Health Department will give blue ribbons to children to tie on the trees when they leave. There will also be a blue ribbon tree at the courthouse. Some of the agencies including the LeFlore County Health Department Children First nursing staff will be conducting activities in area schools. For more information, contact Misty Lacy, Children First Lead Nurse, LeFlore County Health Department at (918) 647-8601. Legion plans centennial raffle The American Legion is holding a convention pistol raffle for their centennial celebration. The American Legion Centennial Celebration Department pistol is finished with 24kt gold, antique gold, high-polished nickel and black chrome. Drawing will be at The American Legion Department of Oklahoma annual convention on July 25. Raffle tickets are $10 each at local American Legion posts. The winner of the .45 caliber must pass a back- ground check. Local tickets are available by calling Mike Kennerson at (918) 721-2665, Don Bosley (918) 7212665, Cleve Bandy (918) 635-5449, Randy Nichols (918) 647-7554 or Jim Walker (918) 839-4075. COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD MLS# 277848 $164,900 103 Wapiti Poteau, OK 74953 Featured Home of the Week Debra Gentry (918) 649-5115 www.clbrealestate.com 5021 N. Broadway • Poteau, OK Each office independently owned and operated. 918-649-0201 “Touch the Hem of His Garment” Sandra Pierce Ministries will host a “Touch the Hem of His Garment” healing service with the Rev. Sandra Pierce at 7 p.m. tonight in the Mike Mass Civic Center in Shady Point. This meeting is for those who need healing or would like to learn more about healing. For more information, contact Sandra Pierce Ministries, P.O. Box 690533, Tulsa, OK 74169 or call (918) 628-1461. POST YOUR EVENT ON THE COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD CALL (918) 647-3188 FOR RATES Area POTEAU DAILY NEWS FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 . . . PAGE 3 Local 5-Day Forecast Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue 3/27 3/28 3/29 3/30 3/31 Wanda Rose Galland Ferguson Today is Quirky Country Music Song Titles Day • TODAY — Benefit bake and yard sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ellis Chapel Church, Wister. Proceeds assist Earl and Martha Smith with Medicare expenses. — Blood drive, 8:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., Kiamichi Technology Center, Poteau. • MARCH 28 — Citywide Easter Egg Hunt, registration 1:15 p.m., Twyman Park. (Rain date 3:15 p.m. March 29.) 61/41 70/44 77/53 69/50 76/56 Sunshine and clouds mixed. High 61F. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph. A few clouds. Highs in the low 70s and lows in the mid 40s. Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s and lows in the low 50s. Times of sun and clouds. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the low 50s. Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 70s and lows in the mid 50s. Sunrise: 7:12 AM Sunset: 7:35 PM Sunrise: 7:11 AM Sunset: 7:36 PM Sunrise: 7:09 AM Sunset: 7:37 PM Sunrise: 7:08 AM Sunset: 7:37 PM Sunrise: 7:06 AM Sunset: 7:38 PM Oklahoma At A Glance Enid 63/41 — The Bubba Adventure, It’s All 4 Him Easter Celebration, hotdogs, balloons egg hunt for children 0-12, 4-6 p.m., Southside Baptist Church, 505 Holsen Ave. — Take Off Pounds Sensibly meeting, 10 a.m., Leflore County Youth Services (in back). Ardmore Bartlesville Broken Bow Claremore Cordell Duncan El Reno Elk City Enid Guymon Lawton McAlester Miami Muskogee 67 58 65 58 68 68 63 69 63 77 69 62 56 59 Lo Cond. 45 mst sunny 45 mst sunny 38 pt sunny 42 mst sunny 40 pt sunny 43 mst sunny 44 mst sunny 43 pt sunny 45 mst sunny 41 pt sunny 43 mst sunny 43 pt sunny 44 mst sunny 39 pt sunny 42 pt sunny — Dance with Movin’ On, 8 p.m., Spiro Eagles cen- National Cities City Hi Lo Cond. ter, all invited. Atlanta 59 34 pt sunny • MARCH 30 — Carl Albert State College theater production of Picnic, 7 p.m., Hamilton Auditorium. Poteau 61/41 Lawton 69/43 Boston Chicago Dallas Denver Houston Los Angeles Miami 45 29 72 73 77 88 88 32 21 48 43 55 62 64 rain pt sunny sunny sunny sunny sunny t-storm Wayne Gibson and their two children, Wesley and Loni, Beth and Jerry Tucker, their children, Jeff Tucker and Amy Jo Durham; their grandchildren, Lauren, Brock and Jamye; stepdaughter, Teri and Cliff Stark; four grandsons, Travis and Arron Cates, Isaiah and Micah Bizzell; granddaughter, Elizabeth; great-granddaughter, Allysa, and greatgrandson Austyn; son-in-law, Jim Cates; many other relatives, loved ones and friends. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Evans and Miller Funeral Home. Services will be held at a later date. DEATH NOTICE Oklahoma City 63/45 — Easter Egg Hunt, 11 a.m., Heavener Runestone Area Cities City Hi Park Antlers 65 — Vike Hike Half Marathon and 5K, 7 a.m., Carl Albert State College. Tulsa 59/43 Wanda Rose Galland Ferguson, 82, of Poteau died Wednesday, March 25, 2015, in Poteau. Wanda was born Oct. 18, 1932, in Poteau to James and Pearl Ross. Wanda lived in Poteau until she graduated from high school in 1951. She moved to California returning to Poteau in 1997. She also lived in Hawaii from 1976-1982. Wanda was the last of nine children. She is preceded in death by her parents; her siblings; daughter, Pamela Cates (19542000); and three husbands. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Ferguson; son, Ron Bizzell and Grace; stepdaughter, Barbara and Marshal Thompson; stepson, Stanley and Susan; adopted daughters, Linda and City Oklahoma City Okmulgee Pauls Valley Perry Sallisaw Sapulpa Shawnee Snyder Stillwater Tahlequah Tulsa Watonga Weatherford Wewoka Woodward Hi 63 59 65 62 59 60 64 71 63 57 59 66 66 62 71 Lo Cond. 45 pt sunny 41 pt sunny 43 pt sunny 42 pt sunny 41 pt sunny 41 pt sunny 45 pt sunny 44 mst sunny 42 pt sunny 38 pt sunny 43 pt sunny 45 pt sunny 44 mst sunny 43 pt sunny 46 pt sunny City Minneapolis New York Phoenix San Francisco Seattle St. Louis Washington, DC Hi 37 50 90 69 67 45 52 Lo Cond. 23 mst sunny 35 rain 59 sunny 53 pt sunny 49 pt sunny 29 mst sunny 37 rain Poteau Valley Humane Society Pet of the Week “Bella” Don L. Goad Don L. Goad, 76, of Wister died Thursday, March 26, 2015, in Wister. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 26, at A.L. Stephens Cemetery, Clayton, under the direction of Evans and Miller Funeral Home, Poteau. Get the latest agriculture news Wednesdays in the PDN BEAUTIFUL CATS available at PVHS. “BELLA” is a young adult, very personable and would love a new permanent home soon. She is litter-boxed trained and will be a great indoor companion animal. Tip of the week: Choose Adoption as the First Option! There are many breed/ mixes, various sizes and ages from which to choose your next best friend. Most mixed breed dogs have great immune systems and great personalities. In addition, volunteers at the shelter can tell you about the dog’s interaction with other dogs, its play habits and how it interacts with other dogs and humans as they observe them in different situations on a daily basis. Contact us! 918-649-0986 [email protected] www.poteaupets.org LIKE US on facebook/poteauvalleyhumanesociety Poteau Valley Humane Society “Helping Pets and People Since 1995” 326 Industrial Blvd., Poteau, OK 74953 — Revival with evangelist Tony Rainey of Moon Phases Natchitoches, La., 7 p.m., Heavener Pentecostal Church of God. • MARCH 31 — Lunch at New the Museum fundraiser Mar 20 for LeFlore County Historical Society, 11 UV Index a.m. to 1 p.m., LeFlore Fri County Museum at Hotel 3/27 Lowrey, 303 Dewey 7 High Ave. — Carl Albert State College theater production of Picnic, 7 p.m., Hamilton Auditorium. — Revival with evangelist Tony Rainey of Natchitoches, La., 7 p.m., Heavener Pentecostal Church of God. • APRIL 1 — Revival with evangelist Tony Rainey of Natchitoches, La., 7 p.m., Heavener Pentecostal Church of God. • APRIL 2 — Starting at 9 a.m. Thursday, April 2, there will be a Child Abuse Prevention Fair with booths and activities for children, 9 a.m., LeFlore County Courthouse lawn; awareness walk to The Community State Bank for hotdogs, 11 a.m. — “The Gospel Crusade” with evangelist Bobby Burton, 6:30 p.m., Donald W. Reynolds Community Center. — Revival with evangelist Tony Rainey of Natchitoches, La., 7 p.m., Heavener Pentecostal Church of God. — Blood drive, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Choctaw Casino, Pocola. • APRIL 3 — Annual Living Lord’s Supper drama, 7:30 p.m., Poteau First United Methodist Church, 109 S. Harper. — Coed softball tourna- First Full Last Mar 27 Apr 4 Apr 12 Sat Sun Mon Tue 3/28 3/29 3/30 3/31 7 High 7 High 7 High 7 High The UV Index is measured on a 0 - 11 number scale, with a higher UV Index showing the need for greater skin protection. 0 11 Sudoku Puzzle #3418-M 1 3 7 2 4 8 6 3 5 6 9 3 9 8 4 7 The following people were booked into the LeFlore County Detention Center overnight. The information was gathered from the jail’s daily roster and only shows booking information. Only those with a case number listed have been charged. Stay tuned each morning to see who was arrested overnight. CF — criminal felony CM— criminal misdemeanor FD — family docket such as child support For more information about an arrestee, you can search by name or case number on www.ODCR.com or www.OSCN.net. March 24 Jimmy Dale Underwood, public intoxication; no bond Kevin William David, JFP-00-246; $52,849 bond Heather McKosky, CF-14-273, CF-11-178; $15,000 bond 6 4 5 7 8 Sonya Marie Snell, public intoxication, driving under suspension, possession controlled dangerous substance, possession stolen vehicle, leaving the scene of property damage accident; $13,000 bond 8 4 7 6 2 6 9 9 6 1 5 © 2009 Hometown Content Dakota Alley Dudley, CF-14-479; $9,000 bond Medium Each puzzle is divided into nine sections, and each section has nine blank squares. Fill in all 81 squares on the puzzle with numbers 1 to 9. You may not repeat any numbers in any one of the nine sections that you've already used elsewhere in that section. Also, you can use each number 1-9 only once in each horizontal line of nine squares, and in each vertical column of nine squares. The puzzle is completed when you correctly fill every square Solution to March 26 puzzle Sudoku Solution #3418-D 2 5 4 8 3 9 6 5 1 7 2 8 9 6 4 7 3 1 1 7 8 3 9 5 9 2 3 1 4 6 4 6 5 7 2 8 3 8 1 2 6 7 4 5 9 6 9 7 5 1 4 8 3 2 7 4 9 6 5 2 3 1 8 Travis Eldred, possession drug paraphernalia, possession controlled dangerous substance, public intoxication, violation of protective order; no bond 5 1 2 4 8 3 9 7 6 8 3 6 9 7 1 2 4 5 Ryan Oneal, false information, public intoxication, possession controlled dangerous substance, hold for Stephens County; $7,500 bond Louis Rodriguez, co doc; no bond March 25 Jesse Green, FTA, FTP, CF-11-312, CM-00-880, CM-10-672; $2,920.37 bond Jason Broom Ricky Ortega, contribute to the delinquency of a minor x2; $800 bond © 2009 Hometown Content Got News? Call the PDN at (918) 647-3188 PAGE 4 . . . FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 Editorial Round-up Time for the state to end funding for Oklahoma Youth Expo Editorial excerpt from the Tulsa World, March 24, 2015: The Oklahoma Youth Expo, billed as the world’s largest junior livestock show, is a marvelous opportunity for young people to show their ability to work hard and achieve goals. The youth expo, which wrapped up for the year last week at the state fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, is a chance for youngsters to show off their livestock and win scholarships. As an opportunity for youngsters, we think it’s great. But we also think it’s time for the state to stop financing the event. This year and last, the state Department of Agriculture has underwritten the private, nonprofit organization that puts on the expo to the tune of $125,000. In other years, the funding was significantly higher. Some $2 million in state funding for the event was the subject of a 2012 lawsuit by then-state Rep. Mike Reynolds, who argued, among other things, that the money violated the Oklahoma Constitution’s prohibition of gifts of public money and that it was not legally authorized by an appropriations bill. Reynolds’ suit was thrown out of court, but that doesn’t mean state sponsorship of the youth expo is good policy or that it is the best use of taxpayer money. There are a lot of good causes in the state of Oklahoma, but the state budget isn’t big enough to pay for all of them. In a year when the state faces a $611 million budget gap, every penny proposed for spending has to be scrutinized. We can’t justify $125,000 for a private livestock show when state funding for public schools, roads and public safety are in jeopardy. State politicians love the youth expo. While it’s going on, some lawmakers spend almost as much time there as they do at the Capitol, shaking hands and showing off their agricultural credibility. We hope those politicians stay involved in the youth expo and will volunteer to help the event raise an additional $125,000 in private funding to keep a good program going. But, as a matter of policy and financial priorities, it’s time to cut the Oklahoma Youth Expo out of the state budget. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Email letters to Editor Kim Ross at editor@ poteaudailynews.com, mail or drop off at 804 N. Broadway, Poteau, Ok. 74953. All letters must include name, town of residence and phone number for verification. The phone number will not be published. 2013 BETTER NEWSPAPER CONTEST AWARD WINNER MEMBER: Opinions Presented by the OKLAHOMA PRESS ASSOCIATION “LeFlore County’s Newspaper Since 1895” The Poteau Daily News (USPS 440-200) is published daily by Horizon Oklahoma Publishing Company Inc., Poteau, OK 74953. Periodical privileges paid at Poteau, OK. POSTMASTER: Send change of addresses to Poteau Daily News, P.O. Box 1237, Poteau, OK 74953. 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Bloomsburg University sophomore first baseman Joey Casselberry, the team’s second-leading hitter this season, was tossed off the team by the public university for a tweet in which he called the 13-year-old Mo’ne a “slut” after reading that Disney was making a film about her Little League World Series experience. The tweet went “viral” and Casselberry was reprimanded, later apologizing profusely. Davis and her coach called the Pennsylvania school’s president to ask that the player be forgiven and reinstated. In the process, she offered words worth considering in an era of Twitter, Snapchat and “talk” sites like YikYak that spawn random — and sometimes embarrassing or defamatory — images or remarks. In TV interviews, Davis first tossed a verbal curve ball, forgiving instead of attacking: “He made one dumb mistake. I’m sure he would go back and change it if he could. We all make mistakes and deserve to be forgiven. I hope you will give him a second chance.” And then she threw the free speech “heat,” wisely counseling Casselberry and all of us that “sometimes you got to think about what you’re doing before you do it.” No less an authority than famed U.S. Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis, in considering a case in 1927, said the nation’s founders “believed that freedom to think as you will and to speak as you think are means indispensable to the discovery and spread of political truth.” But Brandeis went on to say, “If there be time to expose through discussion the falsehood Gene Policinsky and fallacies, to avert the evil by more clicks. Public shaming as a blood the processes of education, the remedy sport has to stop.” to be applied is more speech, not By deciding to reenter the public enforced silence.” square, Lewinsky — like Davis — has Enter Barrister Mo’ne, arguing in opted for speech-as-education, and a favor of more speech and “the process counterbalance to the speech they didn’t of education,” rather than embracing like. the idea of simply trying to silence the Granted, the kind of speech both speaker. Davis and Lewinsky dealt with was in One tweet does not directly equate the private sphere, and not the kind of to cyberbullying, that particularly per- government interference with free vasive and sometimes deadly form of expression that is prohibited by the online repetitive harassment. But anoth- First Amendment. But as we have seen er unlikely free speech counselor, in attempts to create legal remedies for Monica Lewinsky, recently spoke out everything from “revenge porn” to vioabout what she called a modern “cul- lent imagery in video games to removture of humiliation” and how to deal ing racist imagery from license plates, with it. legislation or litigation often follows Lewinsky was the White House indignation. intern whose affair with President Bill There’s that old rhyme: “Sticks and Clinton spawned a tabloid frenzy in the stones may break my bones, but words late 1990s, one that presaged the online can never hurt me.” While that may no savagery she sees today. Breaking a longer be as applicable in the Internet decade-long public silence to speak out Age, let’s also remember another old about the sometimes punishing power saying — advanced most lately by two of words then and now, Lewinsky least-expected First Amendment scholwarned of “technologically enhanced ars: shaming (that) is amplified, uncon“The antidote to speech I don’t like tained and permanently accessible. is more speech, not less.” Millions of people can stab you with their words, and that’s a lot of pain.” Gene Policinski is chief operating Lewinsky called on the public to officer of the Newseum Institute and force an end to an online chat and pubsenior vice president of the Institute’s lishing marketplace where “public First Amendment Center. He can be humiliation is a commodity and shame reached at [email protected]. is an industry. ... The more shame, the Guest Column How to create a kingdom of freedom Jeremiah Heaton’s 7-yearold daughter Emily wanted to be a princess. Not wanting to disappoint her, Heaton traveled from Abingdon, Va., early last summer to an area of unclaimed land in Africa, planted a flag and declared it the “Kingdom of North Sudan.” Heaton is the wouldbe king; his daughter by rights would become a princess. As crazy as this story sounds, some international lawyers say Heaton has the beginnings of a legitimate claim to the land. If he does achieve recognition, which is problematic, he could set an example for the rest of Africa by turning the patch of desert into a sanctuary for economic freedom. The area claimed by Heaton is called Bir Tawil, 800 square miles of unpopulated land along the southern border of Egypt and the northern border of Sudan. Since 1902, neither country has claimed Bir Tawil because doing so would mean giving up claims to a larger adjoining region called the Hala’ib Triangle, valued more highly for its agriculture and access to the Red Sea. As a result, Bir Tawil has remained “terra nullius,” or no-man’s land, for more than 100 years. To be considered a sovereign nation under international law the “kingdom” would need a permanent population occupying the land for several years, a defined territory, a government and the capacity to enter into relations with other states. Heaton has a lot of work to do, having no more at this stage, perhaps, than a defined territory. But he’s determined. His current focus: receiving recognition from Egypt, Sudan and the African Union. Let’s dream big like Emily and imagine Heaton achieves his goal. What next? First, Heaton should do something that’s unusual in that part of the world: establish a country that abides by the rule of law, and protects private property rights and the freedom to trade. If he were to do this, and if he could secure the area from outside incursions, he could create an economic sanctuary that would rival any in the world. Hong Kong was once a cluster of rocks half the size of Bir Tawil. Dubai was once a sandy desert. Today they Guest Column Lawrence J. McQuillan are leading centers of international finance and commerce and two of the wealthiest places on earth. Dubai has the fifth-fastest growing economy in the world thanks to its many “free zones” that place virtually no taxes or restrictions on foreign trade. Both Hong Kong, which was ruled by Britain for 156 years, and Dubai embrace English common law and global trade. This has attracted private capital and entrepreneurs, lifting countless others out of crushing poverty. Africa needs this more than anywhere with nearly half its population living on less than $1.25 per day. Disease is rampant in Africa with Ebola, malaria, yellow fever, whooping cough, tuberculosis and measles killing millions each year. Nearly 40 percent of African adults are illiterate, two-thirds of them women. The continent needs hope and deserves a better future. One online cynic wrote: “I’m guessing the funds required for Heaton’s Bir Tawil odyssey could have financed a generous charitable donation to help a struggling region.” But this approach to African development has been tried and largely failed. Rather than handouts, Africa needs capital investment, entrepreneurial innovation and free trade. Heaton understands this. Since he planted the flag in June 2014, Heaton’s plans for development have started to take shape. He wants to transform Bir Tawil into a “test bed” for scientific research on food security, renewable energy, digital commerce and digital currencies, and thereby establish a permanent population. The journey that started with a little girl’s dream is still that, but dreams can be seedbeds of massive change. Heaton’s vision, according to news reports, already has sparked interest among entrepreneurs from Australia, Germany and India. Crowdfunding could launch some of the projects. It also has sparked interest in Hollywood with a possible movie to be called “The Princess of North Sudan.” Dreams that spark real economic change in Africa are something the continent desperately needs. Heaton’s goal is a long shot, but stranger things have happened. And this dream, were it to become reality, could lift millions out of poverty and into self-sustaining prosperity. Lawrence J. McQuillan is a Senior Fellow and Director of the Center on Entrepreneurial Innovation at the Independent Institute. Sports POTEAU DAILY NEWS FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 . . . PAGE 5 Poteau soccer teams celebrate homecoming with sweep of Atoka Lady Pirates, Pirates return to action Thursday at home By Jim Marsh Sports Correspondent It was a happy homecoming for the Poteau High School soccer teams Tuesday at Costner Stadium as they each posted victories over Atoka to begin district play. The Pirates got things started with a 6-0 win over the Wampus Cats, while the Lady Pirates blanked the Lady Wampus Cats 2-0 in a match called early in the first half due to lightning and storms. Boys Poteau 6, Atoka 0 The Wampus Cats are in their second year of high school soccer. Last year, they ran into the top-ranked Pirates, and it took just a little more than a half for Poteau to inflict the 10-0 mercy rule. Atoka had a influx of young blood, but even though the score was 6-0, the Wampus Cats were never a threat. Poteau did not score in the second half, but the bent the post on several hot shots. Atoka started the game with the ball, but the Cats just kept retreating. Bryan Gutierrez pilfered the the ball, and put the biscuit in the basket only 30 seconds into the game for a 1-0 lead for the Pirates (2-0-1 overall, 1-0 in district play). Atoka was going into the teeth of strong south wind and could not get across midfield. David Lanuza, with an assist from Gutierrez, scored four minutes later to make it 2-0. Brandon Nava launched a laser from 30 yards and beat the Atoka goalkeeper to the near post at the 19-minute mark for a 3-0 advantage. Goal No. 4 was an own goal by Atoka as a Wampus Cat headed the ball into their own net. Conner Matos lobbed a long pass to Kanaan Hardaway who easily put the ball on the top shelf for the fifth goal to make it 5-0. With time rapidly dwindling, Matos gave Cuco Bustos the ball, and Bustos scored with 17 seconds re- THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME — Carl Albert State College player Tanner Francis of Pocola, left, scores a run on a wild pitch during Tuesday afternoon’s game against the archrival Eastern Oklahoma State College Mountaineers at Ival HAPPY HOMECOMING — Top photograph, Poteau Goodman Field. soccer player Cuco Bustos, left, dribbles the ball PDN photo by David Seeley downfield in front of Atoka defenders during Tuesday’s homecoming match. Bottom photograph, Poteau’s Josie Garrett, right, tries to elude an Atoka defender during Tuesday night’s homecoming match. Both Poteau teams posted victories. Photos by Pat Shelton CASC baseball team splits with archrival Eastern at home Tuesday Game 2 loss ends eight-game winning streak for Vikings, who look to begin new streak this afternoon against University of Ozarks JV maining in the half make it 6-0 at halftime with Poteau on the high side. Neither team scored in the second half. Girls Poteau 2, Atoka 0 The match only lasted 10 minutes when the tornado sirens went off at the 30-minute mark of the opening half, and the Lady Pirates enjoying a 2-0 lead. The Lady Pirates’ strikers and midfield were so much quicker than Atoka’s defenders. They constantly ran through the defense. Emma Sandstone scored the first goal for the Lady Pirates (5-1-2 overall, 1-0 in district play) as she shot the ball near the back post into the net off a rebound for a 1-0 lead. The good news for the Carl Albert State College baseball team was it ran its winning streak to eight games at the expense of its archrival from Wilburton in Tuesday afternoon’s doubleheader at Ival Goodman Field. The bad news was the Eastern Oklahoma State College Mountaineers made sure the winning streak didn’t reach nine. The Vikings won their eighth straight game in Tuesday afternoon’s opener with a 6-4 victory, but the Mountaineers snapped the CASC winning streak by taking the nightcap 7-4. In the opener, the Vikings (15-7) rallied from a 3-1 deficit after three innings with a five-run fifth inning to take a 6-3 lead. The Mountaineers tried to rally in the seventh inning, but Scott Brinkley slammed their door after they had scored once in the frame. It was Brinkley’s third save this season — and the first for Brinkley, who had a strikeout in Tuesday’s outing, since saving one of the home games against Highland, Kan., in February. Logan Reese (2-0) got his second win The story of the game was Bailee Bates who seized control of the ball and dribbled the ball 75 yards downfield through a slew of Lady Wampus Cats. She beat the goalkeeper one-on-one to double Poteau’s lead to 2-0. Two minutes later, Mother Nature stopped the game as the tornado sirens wailed. After a 30-minute wait, the match was called with Poteau in the lead at 2-0. Both teams will not return to action until ThursBy Mike Moguin day when they entertain Sports Correspondent different foes at Costner Stadium. The Lady Pirates Sand Springs was hit will face the Keys (Park Hill) at 5:30 p.m. The Pi- with a tornado Wednesday rates will play Hugo at 7:30 night. Less than 24 hours later, the Sand Springs p.m. Sandites baseball team delivered one — baseball style — afflicting a 13-5 run-rule defeat in six innings to the Spiro Bulldogs on Thursday afterAt 10 this morning, Wister will play War- noon at Bixby’s Spartan Three LeFlore County softball teams, the Heavener Lady Wolves, the Pocola Lady ner, while Pocola will face Vian. Heavener Field in the Bixby Spartan Indians and the Wister Lady Wildcats, will is in the second window of games, play- Baseball Invitational. participate in today’s Oktaha Tournament, ing Muldrow at 11:05 a.m., followed by a Spiro (5-3) did have its but the games will take place in Haskell 12:10 p.m. contest against Haskell. At 1:15 way early when it scored p.m., Pocola will meet Fort Gibson, while four runs in the third, but due to wet fields in Oktaha. Pocola is in the gold pool, while Heav- Wister will play Sequoyah-Tahlequah. everything went Sand Beginning at 2:30 and 3:45 p.m., the Springs’ way from that ener and Wister are in the blue pool. Within each pool is a smaller pool of three teams. champions, the runners-up and third-place point, while the Bulldogs Pocola, which played in Sallisaw on Thurs- teams of each pool in the overall gold and never got another run. day, is paired with Fort Gibson and Vian, blue pools will meet each other, comprising The Sandites’ decisive Wister with Warner and Sequoyah-Tahl- six games — three in each time slot. inning came in the fourth Trophy games will begin at 5 p.m. and equah and Heavener with Haskell and Mulinning when they got four conclude with two games at 8 p.m. drow. runs on four hits, including a pair of two-run doubles. Down 2-1, Spiro grabbed the lead as Dru Didway smacked a twoThursday’s opening Poteau-Keota loser vs. championship game at 3 run double into right field, day of the Red Oak Soft- Caney-McCurtain loser at p.m. and the if-game at 4 driving in Justace Woolly ball Tournament, Wister’s 4 p.m.; Poteau-Keota win- p.m. There’s a chance that and Jason Hickman, maksoftball games at the Hart- ner vs. Caney-McCurtain one of these games may ing it a 3-2 game. Two shorne Festival and Heav- winner at 5 p.m., Red Oak take place tonight and Sat- more runs were added by ener’s home three-way vs. the Panama-Spiro win- urday’s game times may be the Bulldogs on a suicide with Pocola and Roland ner at 6 p.m., the Panama- moved up. squeeze bunt from T.J. were canceled due to wet Spiro loser vs. 5 p.m. loser Wister’s games at the Hayes and a groundout by fields from Wednesday at 7 p.m. and the Red Oak Hartshorne Festival will night’s rain. — Panama-Spiro loser vs. be rescheduled, but the ex- Braeden Howard. That alThe Red Oak Tourna- 4 p.m. winner at 8 p.m. act day and time as well as lowed Spiro to be sitting ment will begin today with Today’s schedule will potential match-up changes pretty with a 5-2 advanthe same starting times and take place Saturday. To- were not going to be known tage. Hayes finished the match-ups as were sched- day’s original schedule was until Thursday night. game hitting 2-for-3 with uled Thursday. Panama vs. the loser’s-bracket semifiHeavener’s three-way a run scored and a run batSpiro will play at 1 p.m., nal at 1 p.m., the loser’s- likely will not be reschedted in. Poteau vs. Keota at 3 p.m.; bracket final at 2 p.m., the uled. Three local softball teams playing in Oktaha Tournament at Haskell Softball action rained out Thursday; RO Tournament will begin today of the season in relief, pitching two innings of middle relief with a strikeout. Cory Stiefel started and went the first three innings with four Ks. Shawn Troutman also pitched in relief, going 1.1 innings with two strikeouts. Stigler’s Seth Sandlin was 3-for-3 with a run scored for Carl Albert. In the nightcap, the Mountaineers broke a 2-all tie with a two-run fourth inning and a three-run fifth inning to take a 7-2 lead. The Vikings cut the deficit to 7-4 in the fifth inning, but they got no closer. In defeat, Cody Robinson was 1-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in. Evan “Wyatt” Dodd (1-3) took the loss, pitching four innings with three Ks. In 1.1 innings of relief, Jaeson Nutt had three strikeouts, while Brooks King and Roland’s Jordan Miller also toed the rubber for the Vikings. The Vikings will return to action this afternoon in a road doubleheader against the University of the Ozarks junior varsity at 1 p.m. in Clarksville, Ark. Spiro boys fall to Sand Springs in Bixby Spartan Invitational Anthony Gonzalez (02) took the pitching loss. He threw for 3.2 inning, yielding seven runs, six earned, on nine hits. Nick Hatfield came in relief of Gonzalez in the fourth, after Gonzalez was giving up too many runs. After the Sandites added a run in the bottom of the frame, they got two runners on base with two outs, via a fielders’ choice and a single. Hunter DeLozier got the first two-run double, which tied the game, and Jake Terry got the second, which put Sand Springs ahead for good. The Sandites scored first in the first inning as DeLozier hit a two- out double, scoring Jake Ward. The ’Dogs answered back in the second as Howard singled to score Hayes. An error permitted Sand Springs to make the score 8-5 in the fifth. Five runs on the account of three RBI singles and another two-run double finished off the game in the sixth. Sand Springs outhit Spiro 13-7. The Bulldogs will look to rebound this afternoon as they will play their second of four games in this weekend’s event with a 1 p.m. contest against Life Prep Academy from Kansas. PAGE 6 . . . FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 Outdoors/Sports POTEAU DAILY NEWS Winners, losers of free agency with regards to running backs ECSTATIC AT EUFAULA — Top photograph, here are the top three winning teams from Sunday's LeFlore County Bass Club season-opening tournament that took place at Highway 9 East Landing on Laue Eufaula. From left, Joe Phillips II and Boog Watts were the winners, with Heath Watkins and Paul Larosa second and Russell Rodgers and Rick Bartmier third. Larosa had the tournament's big bass winner. Bottom photograph, Watts and Phillips display their winning stringer that weighed 14.81 pounds to earn them $625. Photos by LeFlore County Bass Club Phillips, Watts win first 2015 LeFlore County Bass Club tourney The duo of Joe Phillips II and Boog Watts won the LeFlore County Bass Club's first tournament of the 2015 circuit Sunday at Highway 9 East Landing on Lake Eufaula. The duo brought 14.81 pounds to the scales from their winning stringer, paying them $625. Heath Watkins and Paul Larosa were runners-up with 14.76 pounds, including Larosa's big bass winner weighing 5.97 pounds. The twosome earned $375 for their second-place finish, plus Larosa earned an additional $250 for his big bass winner. Russell Rodgers and Rick Bartmier were third with 14.28 pounds to earn $250. Rounding out the top five were Andy Nance and Wade Dalton in fourth (13.69 pounds) and Joey Chitwood and Tony Parker in fifth (11.53). All total, there were 26 boats that caught 68 fish weighing a collective 173.2 pounds. Each fished averaged 2.55 pounds with six limits caught. The second tournament of the 2015 circuit will be April 11 at Chicken Creek Landing on Lake Tenkiller. For those wishing to join the organization for the 2015 season, this will be the final event which to do so. The membership dues is $40, and must be paid at this tournament. For additional information, call (918) 649-7387. Arkansas Hawg Hunters' Open Tournament Slated Saturday The Arkasnsas Hawg Hunters will have an open tournament from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Potato Hills South on Sardis Lake. The entry fee is $60 per boat. For additional information, call Joe Moon at This week, I'll continue our look at how free agency impacted the National Football League and specifically running backs. No other positional player has been seemingly devalued over the last decade as coaches have changed offensive schemes to be more pass-oriented. Even in runheavy systems, like the Philadelphia Eagles, coaches have shown they believe their offense is what makes the talent and not the talent making the offense. However, just because the majority of NFL teams see the running back as a “devaluing market” or “recyclable commodity” doesn’t mean there aren’t situations we can exploit as fantasy football players. Using the same criterion we used to assess quarter backs let’s review whose fantasy stock rose, held, or dropped. Stock Rising Mark Ingram and CJ Spiller, New Orleans Saints: As I addressed last week, the 7-9 record of the Saints created a ripple effect throughout the New Orleans organization starting with the transformation of the offense. With Jimmy Graham and former Oklahoma Sooner Kenny Stills traded, and the acquisition of pro-bowl center Max Unger, Mark Ingram looks to be focal point of the Saints offense in 2015. The signing of speedster C.J. Spiller may scare some off drafting Ingram, currently going as the 16th to 20th player off of draft boards now. I believe each has value independent of one another. While Ingram should The Triple Option By Phill Bennetzen carry the ball around 300plus times, an amount that will be among league leaders, Spiller has a chance to catch between 65 to 85 receptions besides a handful of handoffs each game. Others rising: Justin Forsett, Baltimore Ravens; C.J. Anderson, Denver Broncos. Stock Holding Ryan Williams, Dallas Cowboys: While you put down the paper to search who Ryan Williams is and whether he is actually in the NFL, let me fill you in on a guy the Cowboys stashed away last year on their practice squad. Selected 38th overall by Arizona in the 2011 draft, Williams spent two injury-shortened season with the Cardinals before ultimately getting cut. Now healthy, and with DeMarco Murray gone, Williams has a chance to compete for the lucrative Cowboys starting job. Others holding: Carlos Hyde, San Francisco 49ers; Latavius Murray, Oakland Raiders. Stock Down DeMarco Murray, Philadelphia Eagles: When you combine the league’s leading rusher with the offense that has produced the first- and second-leading rusher in consecutive years, it should feel like the stars aligning for Murray. However, more than a few factors have me down on Murray next season. First, Murray will share running duties with fellow new signee Ryan Matthews. Second, Philadelphia coach Chip Kelly utilizes several running backs at the goal line which creates unpredictability we don’t want in fantasy football. Third, he's no longer running behind the league’s best blocking offensive line in Dallas. Fourth, he has been injured in each of his four professional seasons. Finally, Murray stepped into dangerous territory last year as he carried the football 437 times in the regular and postseason combined. Call 400-plus carries an arbitrary number, but when RBs hit this benchmark, their health and production fall off dramatically the following season. Others falling: LeSean McCoy, Buffalo Bills; Adrian Peterson, Minnesota Vikings. If you want to argue about Dallas Cowboys running backs or anything else football related, hit me up on Facebook. Next week, I'll tackle wide receivers. ••• Any questions or comments, make contact with Phill Bennetzen on Facebook. Sports Briefs LAROSA'S LUNKER — Paul Larosa displays his big bass winner, weighing 5.97 pounds, he caught during Sunday's LeFlore County Bass Club season-opening tournament at Highway 9 East Landing on Lake Eufaula. The big bass winner earned him $250. Photo by LeFlore County Bass Club (479) 651-0410. Second Annual “Smoke on the Water” Tournament Set April 18 The second annual “Smoke on the Water” Tournament, put on by the Spiro Fire Department, will take place from 5 a.m. to noon at the new Spiro Lake, located near the AES Shady Point plant. The entry fee is $50 per boat plus an additional $10 per angler to fund the big bass winner's earnings. The winning team will pocket $300, $200 for second place and $100 for third place. For additional information, call (479) 462-8560. The Poteau Daily News is your best source for local sports coverage in LeFlore County There will be a fund-raising golf tournament beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday at Choctaw Country Club. The entry fee for the four-person scramble is $160. Golf carts will be available but at extra costs. There will be prizes awarded to the top three teams as well as a prize for the straightest drive and closest to the pin. For additional information, call Matt Brown at (918) 647-3488. ••• There will be a one-day boys and girls basketball tournament Saturday at Brushy Public School. The entry fee is $150 per team. There will be three age divisions — grades three-four, five-six and seven-eight. Each team will be guaranteed three games. The winning team’s members will be awarded medals. For additional information, call (918) 774-8261. ••• There will be a coed softball tournament sponsored by 3 Girls Animal Shelter April 4 at the Poteau Area Recreational Complex. The tournament may run into April 5. The entry fee is $150 per team, which must have at least 10 players, with three females. There will be a home run derby for $20 for 10 balls. For additional information, call Kenny Blaylock at (918) 605-9922, Cheryl Greenmyer at (918) 471-8514 or Keni Jane Deatherage at (479) 462-9818. ••• The Whitesboro High School senior class will have the second annual “Run with the Big Dawgs" 5k on April 18. There will also be a 1-mile run, as well as a 1k for ages 10 and younger, and a 0.5k for ages 6 and younger. This is a class fundraiser. The cost for the 5k and 1-mile run is $20 prior to April 3, and $5 for the kids races. After April 3, the 5k and 1-mile run entry fee will be $25, and the kids race will be the same. The first 100 will be guaranteed a T-shirt, as well as the first 30 kids in each division. On-site registration as well as packet pick-up will be from 8 to 9 a.m., with the race starting at 9:30 a.m. The kids events will start after the 5k awards, or approximately 10:45 a.m., and they can register until about 10:30 a.m. The 5k is a timed event with medals in five age groups, and the kids will receive medals in the 1k and 0.5k runs. The registration form is available on the school's website at www.whitesborops.k12.ok.us or contact Sonya Morgan at (918) 567-2231 or contact Whitesboro School at (918) 567-2624 or Teresa Davis at (918) 839-5039. San Antonio routs Oklahoma City SAN ANTONIO, Texas (AP) — This was San Antonio at a very high level. For coach Gregg Popovich, it was more evidence that the Spurs need to be more consistent. Tony Parker had 21 points and six assists, and San Antonio stopped Oklahoma City's four-game winning streak with a runaway 130-91 victory over the Thunder on Wednesday night. Boris Diaw scored 19 points and Tim Duncan had 16 for San Antonio (44-26), which has won 11 of 13. Kawhi Leonard finished with 14 points in the Spurs' highest scoring game of the season. Thunder star Russell Westbrook was held to 16 points on 5-for-16 shooting. He left midway through the third quarter with the Spurs leading by 30. Westbrook averaged 32.7 points, 11.2 assists and 9.6 rebounds in his previous 13 games, but the Spurs sent numerous defenders at the Most Valuable Player candidate to hold him in check. Westbrook and Parker pushed the ball on almost every possession early on, setting a torrid pace. San Antonio stretched its lead to 44 points in snapping a six-game skid during the regular season to Oklahoma City. The Spurs scored 71 points in the first half, the most the Thunder have allowed in any half. POTEAU DAILY NEWS Entertainment ALLEY OOP© by Jack and Carole Bender FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 . . . PAGE 7 KIT ‘N’ CARLYLE© by Larry Wright HERMAN© by Jim Unger ARLO & JANIS© by Jimmy Johnson HOROSCOPE By Eugenia Last BIG NATE© by Lincoln Peirce Friday, March 27, 2015 Timing and fiscal rigor will be key factors in how much success you have this year. Weigh your options and make strategic plans that are cost-effective. Moderation, dedication, expertise and poise will lead to victory. ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Social situations and group events will go as planned. Spend your time going over fine details that will separate you from the crowd. Don't wait for anyone moping or lagging behind. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Intelligent and creative people will stimulate and motivate you. A romantic connection will be enhanced if you attend a cultural event and are open to new experiences. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Career advancement is apparent. Keep your credentials upto-date and carefully review the want ads or job postings in your area. A timely move will have a positive effect on your future. CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will feel especially sensitive today. Stop and consider the consequences before you rush headlong into a confrontation. Think before you say something that you'll regret later. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You will be missing out on a golden opportunity if you sit at home. Be alert to what is happening around you. You will uncover some valuable information regarding an investment. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You will form a special bond with a special someone if you spend a romantic evening together. If you are single, it's a favorable time to fall in love. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Being too outspoken will have its drawbacks. Get all the facts in order before you enter into a debate. Your credibility will be questioned if you are missing key information. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- It's a good day to mix business with pleasure. Stimulating conversations with compatible people will sustain your interest and give you an opportunity to examine your own feelings, beliefs and future goals. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Ask for advice before you end up making a costly mistake. Do your research before you get involved in a questionable situation. Without the proper information, you are likely to lose out. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You will need to improvise if things don't go as planned. Don't get annoyed; get moving. Flexibility will allow you to make the most of any situation that arises. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You can get ahead if you maintain your high work standard. Playing fast and loose with the rules or doing less than your best will harm your reputation. Be diligent. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Artistic and creative pursuits should be your focus. Let your imagination lead the way to a rewarding project or pastime. Don't be afraid to try something unusual. THE BORN LOSER© by Art and Chip Sansom FRANK & ERNEST© by Bob Thaves THE GRIZZWELLS© by Bill Schorr MONTY© by Jim Meddick THATABABY© by Paul Trap Friday, March 27, 2015 Today is the 86th day of 2015 and the eighth day of spring. TODAY'S HISTORY: In 1794, the U.S. Congress passed the Act to Provide Naval Armament, establishing the force that would become the U.S. Navy. In 1886, Apache leader Geronimo surrendered to U.S. forces at Skeleton Canyon in Arizona. In 1964, the largest recorded earthquake in U.S. history (magnitude 9.2) struck Alaska, killing more than 120 people. In 1998, the Food and Drug Administration approved Viagra, a medication to combat impotence. TODAY'S BIRTHDAYS: Wilhelm Roentgen (1845-1923), scientist/inventor; Henry Royce (1863-1933), founder of RollsRoyce Limited; Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886-1969), architect; Gloria Swanson (18991983), actress; Sarah Vaughan (1924-1990), singer; Quentin Tarantino (1963- ), filmmaker; Mariah Carey (1970- ), singer; Nathan Fillion (1971- ), actor; Fergie (1975- ), singer-songwriter; Buster Posey (1987- ), baseball player. TODAY'S FACT: Wilhelm Roentgen, the Nobel Prizewinning discoverer of X-rays, took the first medical X-ray of his wife's hand. TODAY'S SPORTS: In 1939, Oregon defeated Ohio State 46-33 to win the first NCAA men's basketball tournament. TODAY'S QUOTE: "When I sing, trouble can sit right on my shoulder and I don't even notice." – Sarah Vaughan TODAY'S NUMBER: 2 - actors who have turned down the Academy Award for best actor. George C. Scott declined his Oscar in 1971 for his work in "Patton." Marlon Brando boycotted the ceremony on this day in 1972, refusing his award for "The Godfather." TODAY'S MOON: First quarter moon (March 27). Sense & Sensitivity DEAR HARRIETTE: I have a friend who used to work with me, and I ran into him the other day. He has terrible bad breath. I find it so strange because otherwise he is a super neat and clean guy. He's a gym rat. He is super buff and pays close attention to himself. That's why I just don't get it. I don't have a clue as to how to address this with him. It's such a personal issue, and I don't know how to approach him about it. Should I say something or just leave it alone? – Halitosis Alert, Racine, WI DEAR HALITOSIS ALERT: Dealing with bad breath seems to be an ongoing issue for so many people. I have spoken to several dentists and medical doctors over the years about it, and they typically come up with the same points. Halitosis can be caused by a variety of issues, including everything from not brushing your teeth well enough to periodontal disease to more concerning diseases within the body. Because this condition could be a sign of a serious health concern, it could be worth mentioning to your friend. If you feel close enough to him to make the effort, start out by telling him you want to talk about a very personal subject. Ask for his permission to proceed. If he agrees, tell him that you have noticed over the years that he sometimes had a sour smell on his breath, and you want to suggest that he check it out in case it is a sign of something serious. Leave it at that. By Harriette Cole DEAR HARRIETTE: I have a friend who keeps weapons in her home. She lives in the country and told me she feels strongly about having protection against wild animals and that it's just part of the culture there. I get her position, but I live in the city, and I have seen way too much gun violence that has unnecessarily killed countless young people. We strongly disagree on this topic. How do you continue to talk to someone about a sensitive subject when you do not share views? – Anti-Guns, Chicago, Il DEAR ANTI-GUNS: I think the time to keep the dialogue going is when you have opposing views. If you can agree to talk civilly about your beliefs, you may both come to an understanding of the pros and cons of both sides of this volatile issue. My belief is that extremes of any kind seldom steer you in the right direction. On this subject, there are valid reasons for people to own and use guns. Obviously, there are also real dangers when guns are in the wrong hands. That includes everyone from people who commit crimes to trigger-happy law enforcement officials to children. It's the middle ground that is worth discussing. 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Distant workers will receive transport & subsistence costs to worksite at 1/2 of contract. Black Bridge Winery LLC,Paonia, CO. Report or send resume to LeFlore Co. Ctr.,106 Rogers Ave, Poteau, OK 74953. Job# CO6098352. Spiro Nursing Home is now hiring for LPN. 12-8 shift. Monday-Friday. Apply at 401 S. Main, Spiro. 918-962-2308 Drivers Needed: A local Oil field Services Company is looking for Class A CDL Drivers. We are a growing company and have immediate driving positions available. Must have a clean MVR with at least 3 year verifiable driving experience. We guarantee Top Pay and offer benefits and insurance. Pneumatic Trailer experience is a plus, training is provided. Call 1-479-629-0691. Insurance Agent Needed: We are looking for an experienced licensed insurance agent or CSR to work in our Panama, OK office. Pay DOE. Apply at 411 N. Kentucky, Panama, OK. Bartenders Needed in the Ft. Smith and Spiro area. Full-Time and Part-Time. 1-479-806-7326 or 918-571-3149. CAREER OPPORTUNITY – OUTSIDE SALES PROFESSIONAL Terminix, the industry leader in termite and pest control, is seeking a highly motivated person with strong problem solving customer service and communication skills. We offer interesting hands-on work, excellent training, compensation package and benefits. Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED), good driving record and successfully pass a background check and drug screen. A successful track record in outside sales is preferred. For more information, email aniewald@terminix. com. EOE/AA M/F/D/V RECREATIONAL 2009 HARLEY Sportster 1200. 2,500 miles. Asking $8,500. Call 918-448-2074 PRO-TEAM 175 TW Bass Tracker Boat, used 9 times, has trolling motor, garage kept, fully loaded, lots of extras, show room condition, Bass tracker trailer drive on. Selling due to Health issues. $12,800. 479-650-6901 Ft. Smith 2005 Harley Davidson, Ultra Classic, 8400 miles, Blue and Silver with some extras, Perfect condition, Serviced at 8000 at the Harley Shop. Asking $9800.00 Call 918-649-8160 GENERAL INFORMATION: The Daily News reserves the right to reject, revise, edit & properly classify all advertising submitted for publication. We will not knowingly accept advertising which discriminates because of race, color, religion, national origin or sex. RECREATIONAL 1973 14ft. fiberglass trihull boat. 70hp Evinrude, and foot controlled motor. Live well, bait well and good trailer. Very good deck, carpet and seats. $2500.00 call 918-649-0923 or 616-607-4093 CAMPERS/ TRAILERS MUST SELL 2009 Travel Trailer, LR slide out, bedroom slide out, microwave, w/d, sleeps 6, like new, no reasonable offer refused. $19000 (918)208-8761 20’ 4 Horse Capacity Trailer. Bumper pull. Very good condition. $3,900. For more information call 1-816-716-2914. TRUCKS/SUVS 1970 Chevrolet c/10 truck, new 307 motor, 3 speed transmission, runs good $8,500. negotiable call 918-413-3723 afternoons MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE DON’S MOBILE HOMES END OF YEAR MODEL CLOSEOUT SALESAVE THOUSANDS!! 32 X 64, 3-BEDROOM, 2-BATH, 1800 SQ. FT., ISLAND KITCHEN, APPLIANCE PACKAGE, SLIDING GLASS DOOR, & OVERHEAD DUCTS $66,000.00 32 X 68 4-BEDROOM, 2-BATH, 1920 SQ. FT., APPLIANCE PACKAGE, SLIDING GLASS DOOR, HUGE MASTER BEDROOM CLOSET, GLAMOUR 2ND BATH & MUD ROOM $71,000.00 (800)940-5581 donsmobilehomes. com 1997 Ford F-Series, XLT Supercab. 48,000 miles. 4.6 ltr., 2 wheel drive. Well maintained truck, very good condtion. $13,500. For more i nformation, call 1-816-716-2914. Special Govt. Programs. ZERO DOWN if you own land or have family land. Lenders offered. FREE APPLICATION can do septics/elec. and water. Call 918-437-1870. MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT REAL ESTATE Two or Three Bedroom Mobile Homes for Rent. RV spaces available also. Trash and Sewer paid. NO PETS!! 918-647-3923 or 918-774-4624. For Lease: 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Large Fenced Yard and Patio. $500 a month with first month and deposit with 1 year lease. 918-647-3763. CLEAN, QUIET 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath. Stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer included. NO PETS!! 918-647-6392 or 918-647-6996. For Rent: Furnished 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Mobile Home. Located in Howe. $350.00/month, $200.000deposit 918-658-2393 HOMES FOR RENT AFFORDABLE HOUSING Rent Based on Income. Central Heat/Air, Washer/Dryer hook-ups. Panama, LeFlore, Cowlington, Muse and Whitesboro. Call Kiamichi Housing Authority. 918-522-4436. 3 Bedroom House For Rent. $500/month 918-839-1437 J.L. Ford Investments 918-647-2712 We Buy & Sell Panama Older, Large Home on Highway. Good Location for a Business. 150 ft. Frontage. Will Finance. $17,500 Shady Point 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Mobile Home with good lot. Owner will finance. $35,000 Wister 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Mobile Home with good corner lot going towards Wister Lake. Will finance with $2,500 down and $350 month. $27,500 James Ford 479-806-8446 We Buy & Sell MINI FARM! 2 houses. 2 chicken houses. Plus 60 acres. 4 miles West of Wister. All for only $369,000. Also has 2 ponds, a workshop, and a well house. Both houses have been nicely updated! 214-207-8072 YARD SALE RAIN INSURANCE: $3.00 If your yard sale is rained out, (must rain, not sprinkle, off and on until noon) we will rerun your ad whenever you choose (per our ad guidelines). Must call next business day after rained out sale. Insurance expires 30 days after date of purchase on ad. REAL ESTATE For Sale By Owner: 18 Acres of Choice Land, cleared and fenced. 1/4 mile on South Ash Street, on the right hand side. 1-479-650-6901 MLS #6883272 Zero N. SADDLER ST POTEAU $10,000 Town & Country Realty 205 S. McKenna Poteau, OK 74953 Cell: 918-649-4966 Office: 918-647-8204 Fax: 918-647-9406 E-mail: [email protected] om. APARTMENTS 1, 2, & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT. HUD & CHOCTAW APPROVED. Poteau Valley Apartments. 918-212-4802. BRAND NEW Duplexes for Rent. Stove, washer/dryer hook-ups. Contact Bill Barnhart at 918-839-2623. NOW LEASING 1-2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS. Water and Trash Paid. HEATHERRIVIERAGEORGIA PLACE(Two Weeks Free Rent) and SADDLER ST. Contact Heather Investments. 918-647-2541. HOMES FOR SALE For Sale By Owner: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath. 306 Michelle Cul-de-sac. Near Poteau Schools. $62,500. No owner financing. 918-647-7425 2100 Ft. Brick Home 2 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath, Energy Efficient HVAC, New Windows, New Appliances, Low Utility Bills, Lots of Storage, Covered Patio, Storm Shelter, 2 Car Garage, Shop, Quiet Area. 206 Thompson Ave. $135,000 918-647-5180 104 Clark, Poteau 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Large LIving Room, Fireplace, Lg. 3 Car Garage, 2000 sq. ft., Built in 1990. $135,000.00. For more information call, 918-691-1288 FOR SALE BY OWNER 580C CASE Backhoe; 1981 Ford F150 4WD/4Speed, 200 Potiac Grand-Am GT, ALSO 1968 GMC PICKUP 918-413-2386 FOR SALE BY OWNER J.L. Ford Investments 918-647-2712 We Buy & Sell For Sale: 2.5 Acre Building Site on Webb Lane. Restricted Building Site. Will Trade or Finance. Poteau 104 Taylor 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Brick Home with Garage. Owner will finance or trade. $74,500 4 Acres North of Wister on Morgan Road with Large 2 Story House with need of repair. Owner will finance-you do repairs. 8% down, $550 month. $49,500 James Ford 479-806-8446 We Buy & Sell LEGALS IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF LEFLORE COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LOIS SCHRODT, Deceased. Case No. PB-11-32 Honorable Judge Sullivan NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE is hereby given to all persons interested in the Estate of Lois Schrodt, Deceased. You are hereby notified that on the 24th day of March, 2015, Ronald Schrodt, filed an Application for Final Order of Distribution Through Ancillary Probate Proceedings and Discharge of Personal Representative. The District Court has ordered that said Order be set for hearing on the 22nd day of April, 2015 at 8:30 o'clock A.M., in the District Courtroom, in the City of Poteau, County of LeFlore, State of Oklahoma, at which time all persons claiming any right, title or interest in said estate may be heard. WITNESS MY HAND this 24th day of March, 2015. s/: Judge Sullivan Judge of the District Court Dru Waren, (OBA #010510) Dru Waren, P.C. PO Box 1251 / 200 College Avenue Poteau, Oklahoma 74953 Telephone: 918-647-5011 / Fax: 918-647-8990 Attorney for Ronald Schrodt Published in the Poteau Daily News on March 27 and April 3, 2015 (26530) LPXLP ADJUSTMENTS: Please check your ad for accuracy the first day it appears. After which time a refund or reprint is limited to one insertion only. Canceling ads placed at discounted rates revert to standard prices, therefore a refund may not apply. Omitted ads are eligible for refund of amount paid ONLY or appearing in alternate issue. LEGALS IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR LEFLORE COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DON WILLIAM BUSSELL, Deceased. PB-12-79 NOTICE OF HEARING OF DETERMINATION OF HEIRS-AT-LAW AND FOR DISTRIBUTION AND DISCHARGE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sharon Naylor, Personal Representative of the Estate of William Bussell, Deceased, having filed in this an Order for Summary Administration, the hearing for determination of heirship, distribution, final and final discharge has been fixed for the 26th day of 26th June, 2015 at 9:00 o,clock a.m. before this Court, and all persons interested in the estate are notified then and there to appear and show cause, if any they have, why the estate should not be distributed and the Personal Representative discharged. That Don William Bussell died on July 5, 2012 and resided at Leflore County, Oklahoma and that her estate is valued at approximately $23,000. The Petitioner is Sharon Naylor, the personal representative. That any person receiving this notice must file objections to the petition at least ten (10) days before the hearing and send a copy to the petitioner or that person will be deemed to have waived any objections to the petition. The petition and final account will be filed before May 13, 2015 All persons having claims against the Estate of Don William Bussell, Deceased are required to present the same with the necessary supporting documents to the Stanley K. Garland, P.O. Box 27, Poteau, OK 74953, on or before April 23, 2015 or same will be forever barred. Dated this 17th day of March. 2015. s/ Stanley Garland Stanley Garland OBA #11841 P. O. Box 27 Poteau, OK 74953 (918) 647-2160 Attorney for the Personal Representative Published in the Poteau Daily News on March 20, 27, 2015 (26512) LPXLP Road Closure Notice Starting March 30Ending May 1 The road closure will start from the intersection at Industrial Road and Old Pike Road. The North closure at Old Pike Road will be on the south side of the intersection LEGALS at Industrial, all the way to Burns Lane. Residences on Old Pike Road, just north of Burns Lane, will still have access to their homes. Published in the Poteau Daily News on March 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28, 2015 (26521) LPXLP M J Excavating & Leasing, LLC, 3901 Mt. Zion Road, Greenwood, AR 72936, has submitted a permit application to the Oklahoma Department of Mines (ODM) to mine shale and dirt through the surface mining method on portions of the following parcels of land. Part of the West Half of the Northwest Quarter of Section 22 and part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 21 all in Township 10 North, Range 27 East, LeFlore County, Oklahoma. The total permit area, containing 37.65 acres is located in the South Fort Smith U.S. G. S. Quadrangle Map. This property lying West of Highway 112 and South of Arkoma, Oklahoma. A copy of this complete permit application is available for public inspection and copying at the LeFlore County Courthouse in Poteau, Oklahoma. Upon written request to the Oklahoma Department of Mines, information contained in the permit application may be inspected or copied at the Department of Mines. Any landowner or resident of any occupied dwelling, any public entity or public agency, or any part that may be adversely affected has the right to submit comments or object to the issuance of the permit in writing. An informal conference will be provided if specifically requested in writing. Any written objections or request for an informal conference on this application must be received no later than fourteen (14) days after the final publication of this notice to the OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF MINES 2915 N. Classen Blvd., Suite 213 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73106 Published in the Poteau Daily News on March 27, 2015 and April 3, 10, and 17, 2015 (26533) LPXLP IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF LEFLORE COUNTY Road Closure NoSTATE OF OKLAtice Starting March 30- HOMA GARY SULLIVAN Ending May 1 The road closure and JILL SULLIVAN, will start from the inPlaintiffs, tersection at Industrial Road and Old -vsPike Road. The JOHN D. FOWLER, North closure at Old et al., Pike Road will be Defendants. on the south side of Case the intersection at No.CV-2015-21 Industrial, all the NOTICE BY PUBLICATION wayGUARANTEED to Burns Lane. SALE - $80: Residences on Old THE STATE OF UP TO ONE (1) YEAR Pike Road, just OKLAHOMA TO: GUIDED. FOWLER, northOF THE of PDN/SHOPPER Burns JOHN BONNIE FOWLER, have Livestock, No RealLane, Estate,will Hay,still Services, Horses or Pets. to their 20 word.access max. Additional words 34¢SAMUEL per word. R. WILSON a/k/a S.R. homes. Published in the Po- WILSON, ARTHUR teau Daily News on JOHNSON, LILLIE March 24, 25, 26, JOHNSON, J.W. 27, and 28, 2015 BRADLEY, CURTIS KELLY, MAGGIE (26521) LPXLP BRADLEY, MARIE HOWARD, BOB HOWARD, ROY HOWARD, JR., HERBERT Oklahoma, and you or either of them STATE OF OKLAmust answer plainare dead, then the HOMA tiffs' petition on file GARY SULLIVAN respective unknown in such case in the heirs, executors, and JILL SULLIOffice of the Court administrators, deVAN, Clerk of said visees, trustees, Plaintiffs, County and State at successors or as-vsPoteau, Oklahoma, JOHN D. FOWLER, signs, if any, of on or before May each such deet al., POTEAU DAILY NEWS 10, 2015, or the peceased person or Defendants. tition will be taken persons, Case as true and judgThe LEGALS heirs, execuNo.CV-2015-21 LEGALS LEGALS ment will be rentors, administrators, NOTICE BY PUBLIdered against you; devisees, trustees CATION IT WILL BE ADTHE STATE OF and assigns of ROY JUDGED that the OKLAHOMA TO: HOWARD, SR., deplaintiffs are the ceased, JOHN D. FOWLER, owners of the absoThe unknown heirs, BONNIE FOWLER, lute fee simple title, executors, adminisSAMUEL R. WILboth legal and equitrators, devisees, SON a/k/a S.R. table and are in extrustees, and asWILSON, ARTHUR signs of ROY HOW- clusive possession JOHNSON, LILLIE of real property situARD, SR., deJOHNSON, J.W. ate in LeFlore ceased, BRADLEY, CURTIS County, State of You are hereby noKELLY, MAGGIE detified that you have O k l a h o m a , BRADLEY, MARIE been sued by scribed as follows, HOWARD, GARY SULLIVAN to-wit: BOB HOWARD, Lot Three (3) in and JILL SULLIROY HOWARD, VAN, plaintiffs in Block Twenty-one JR., HERBERT the above entitled (21) to the TOWN HOWARD, DON and n u m b e r e d OF HEAVENER, HOWARD cause in the District Oklahoma. if said defendants Court of LeFlore FURTHER, IT WILL are living, but in the County, at Poteau, BE ADJUDGED alternative, if they Oklahoma, and you that plaintiffs have or either of them title to the above must answer plainare dead, then the tiffs' petition on file described property respective unknown in such case in the by adverse possesheirs, executors, Office of the Court sion, sometimes administrators, deClerk of s a i d called title by previsees, trustees, County and State at scription, in addition successors or asPoteau, Oklahoma, to their record title; signs, if any, of on or before May certain persons each such deherein named will 10, 2015, or the peceased person or tition will be taken be judicially identipersons, fied, the heirs at law as true and judgThe heirs, execuas of the date of ment will be rentors, administrators, dered against you; death, under the devisees, trustees laws of intestate IT WILL BE ADand assigns of ROY JUDGED that the succession, of ROY HOWARD, SR., deHOWARD, SR., will plaintiffs are the ceased, be judicially deterowners of the absoThe unknown heirs, lute fee simple title, mined; and IT WILL executors, adminisBE ADJUDGED both legal and equitrators, devisees, that plaintiffs' title to table and are in extrustees, and assigns of ROY HOW- clusive possession the above property P.O. 113 and is superior of real property situ- Box ARD, SR., deparamount to any ate in Poteau, LeFlore OK ceased, 74953 claim, right, title, County, State of You are hereby nolien, estate, encum, detified that you have O k l a h o m a918-647-9185 Baxter •brance, Owner/Manager assessment as follows, been sued by scribedDanny 1209 S. orMcKenna interest, either in GARY SULLIVAN to-wit: law or in equity, that Lot Three (3) in and JILL SULLIyou or any of you or VAN, plaintiffs in Block Twenty-one anyone claiming the above entitled (21) to the TOWN Readers’have through you, and n u m b e r e d OF HEAVENER, Choice or may have had cause in the District Oklahoma. thereto; nor do you Court of LeFlore FURTHER, IT WILL or anyone claiming County, at Poteau, BE ADJUDGED through you have Oklahoma, and you that plaintiffs have any right to possestitle to the above must answer plainsion of the above tiffs' petition on file described property described property, in such case in the by adverse possesredemption thereto, Office of the Court sion, sometimes or lien upon, and Clerk of s a i d called title by preyou will be judicially scription, in addition County and State at Specializing in Metal Roofi ng enjoined and rePoteau, Oklahoma, to their record title; strained from makon or before May certain persons We Also ng will and Minor Repairs ing any claims to hereinRoofi named 10, 2015, or theDo pe-Shingle Call for your Free Estimate said property not tition will be taken be judicially identiconsistent with the fied, the heirsMccoy at law at as true and judg-Contact Chris present ownership as918-413-2635 of the date of ment will be renand possession of dered against you; death, under the the plaintiffs. laws of intestate IT WILL BE ADWITNESS my hand succession, of ROY JUDGED that the and official seal at plaintiffs are the HOWARD, SR., will Poteau, Oklahoma, be judicially deterowners of the absothis 23rd day of lute fee simple title, mined; and IT WILL March, 2015. BE ADJUDGED both legal and equiMELBA L. HALL, that plaintiffs' title to table and are in exCourt Clerk of clusive possession the above property LeFlore County, is superior and of real property situOklahoma paramount to any ate in LeFlore (seal) claim, right, title, County, State of s/By: Carla Marlien, estate, encumOklahoma, detin scribed as follows, brance, assessment Deputy or interest, either in to-wit: MARC L. BOVOS law or in equity, that Lot Three (3) in HAMILTON, WARyou or any of you or Block Twenty-one REN, BOVOS & anyone claiming (21) to the TOWN ADAMS through you, have OF HEAVENER, Attorneys at Law or may have had Oklahoma. P.O. Box 660 thereto; nor do you FURTHER, IT WILL Poteau, OK 74953 or anyone claiming BE ADJUDGED 918/647-9171 through you have that plaintiffs have Published in the Poany right to possestitle to the above teau Daily News on sion of the above described property March 27, 2015 and described property, by adverse possesApril 3, 10, 2015 redemption thereto, sion, sometimes (26526) LPXLP or lien upon, and called title by preyou will be judicially scription, in addition enjoined and reto their record title; strained from makcertain persons ing any claims to herein named will said property not be judicially identiconsistent with the fied, the heirs at law present ownership as of the date of and possession of death, under the the plaintiffs. laws of intestate WITNESS my hand succession, of ROY and official seal at HOWARD, SR., will Poteau, Oklahoma, be judicially deterthis 23rd day of mined; and IT WILL March, 2015. BE ADJUDGED MELBA L. HALL, that plaintiffs' title to Court Clerk of the above property LeFlore County, is superior and Oklahoma paramount to any (seal) claim, right, title, s/By: Carla Marlien, estate, encumtin brance, assessment Deputy or interest, either in MARC L. BOVOS law or in equity, that HAMILTON, WARyou or any of you or REN, BOVOS & anyone claiming ADAMS through you, have Attorneys at Law or may have had P.O. Box 660 thereto; nor do you Poteau, OK 74953 or anyone claiming 918/647-9171 through you have Published in the Poany right to possesteau Daily News on sion of the above March 27, 2015 and described property, April 3, 10, 2015 redemption thereto, (26526) LPXLP or lien upon, and you will be judicially enjoined and restrained from making any claims to said property not consistent with the present ownership and possession of the plaintiffs. WITNESS my hand and official seal at Poteau, Oklahoma, this 23rd day of March, 2015. MELBA L. HALL, Court Clerk of LeFlore County, Oklahoma (seal) s/By: Carla Martin Deputy MARC L. BOVOS HAMILTON, WARREN, BOVOS & ADAMS Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 660 Poteau, OK 74953 918/647-9171 Published in the Poteau Daily News on March 27, 2015 and April 3, 10, 2015 (26526) LPXLP through you have that plaintiffs have any right to possestitle to the above sion of the above described property described property, by adverse possesredemption thereto, sion, sometimes or lien upon, and called title by preyou will be judicially scription, in addition enjoined and reto their record title; IN THE DISTRICT strained from makcertain persons COURT OF ing any claims to LEFLORE herein named will said property not COUNTY be judicially identiconsistent with the STATE fied, the heirs at law OF OKLALEGALS LEGALS LEGALS present ownership HOMA as of the date of and possession of Terry L. and Bobbie death, under the the plaintiffs. laws of intestate J. Cotner WITNESS my hand Plaintiffs succession, of ROY and official seal at vs. HOWARD, SR., will Poteau, Oklahoma, David Hollen Jr. be judicially deterthis 23rd day of Defendant. mined; and IT WILL March, 2015. BE ADJUDGED Case No. MELBA L. HALL, CJ-14-160 that plaintiffs' title to Court Clerk of the above property SERVICE OF SUMLeFlore County, MONS is superior and Oklahoma paramount to any BY PUBLICATION (seal) claim, right, title, LEFLORE s/By: Carla Mar- COUNTY, STATE lien, estate, encumtin brance, assessment OF OKLAHOMA Deputy or interest, either in TO: MARC L. BOVOS law or in equity, that David Hollen Jr. HAMILTON, WARyou or any of you or You are hereby noREN, BOVOS & tified that you have anyone claiming ADAMS through you, have been sued by the Attorneys at Law or may have had plaintiffs above P.O. Box 660 thereto; nor do you named in the court, Poteau, OK 74953 or anyone claiming and you must an918/647-9171 through you have swer the petition of Published in the Po- the Plaintiffs on file any right to possesteau Daily News on in the above styled sion of the above March 27, 2015 and and numbered case described property, April 3, 10, 2015 on or before the redemption thereto, (26526) LPXLP or lien upon, and 21st day of May, you will be judicially 2015 or judgment enjoined and reIN THE DISTRICT will be rendered strained from makCOURT O F against you, forever ing any claims to LEFLORE foreclosing your insaid property not COUNTY terest in and to the consistent with the STATE OF OKLAfollowing described present ownership HOMA real property, situand possession of Terry L. and Bobbie ated in Leflore the plaintiffs. County, State of J. Cotner WITNESS my hand Plaintiffs Oklahoma to wit: and official seal at vs. A part of Lot 7W Poteau, Oklahoma, David Hollen Jr. and 8W of Potts this 23rd day of Defendant. Mountain Cabin March, 2015. Case N o . Site No. 1 in S14, MELBA L. HALL, CJ-14-160 T5N, R24 E of the Court Clerk of Indian Base and SERVICE OF SUMLeFlore County, MONS Meridian, Leflore Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, BY PUBLICATION (seal) more particularly LEFLORE s/By: Carla Mar- COUNTY, STATE described as foltin OFto $1000 OKLAHOMA lows: Beginning at Loans $100 Deputy TO: ~ Credit Rebuilderthe SW corner of Fixed Income ~ Credit Starter MARC L. BOVOS said Lot 8W; thence David Hollen Jr. “WE WANT TO SAY YES!” HAMILTON, A.V. WARN 14 degrees 00 You are hereby noSkinner - Manager REN, 2003 BOVOS & tified that you have minutes 31 seconds N. Broadway - 918-649-0099 ADAMS been sued by the E along the W line PHONE APPLICATIONS WELCOME Attorneys at Law plaintiffs above of said Lot 8W a P.O. Box 660 named in the court, distance of 182.72 Poteau, OK 74953 ft; thence S 80 deand you must an918/647-9171 swer the petition of grees 45 minutes Published in the Po- [email protected] the Plaintiffs on file 42 seconds E a disteau Daily News on Insured in the — above styled tance of 207.79 ft to Free Estimates March 27, 2015 and and numbered case a point on the N Commercial and Residential April 3, 10, 2015 on or before the boundary of said (26526) LPXLP 21st day of May, Lot 7W; thence 75 2015 or judgment degrees 59 minutes 29 seconds E a diswilltrimming/removal be rendered Professional lawn care, tree and landscaping services. against you, forever tance of 92.93 ft to Dependable, affordable, commercial and residential. the NE corner of foreclosing your inNowterest offering dozer work.said Lot 7W; thence in and to the S 14 degrees 00 following described Roads, pads, land clearing and much more. minutes 31 seconds real property, situCall (918) 839-8261 today for a free estimate on any of these services! West a distance of ated in Leflore County, State of 200.00 ft to the SE corner of said Lot Oklahoma to wit: A part of Lot 7W 7W; thence N 75 and 8W of Potts degrees 59 minutes Mountain Cabin 29 seconds W a Site No. 1 in S14, distance of 300 feet T5N, R24 E of the to the Point of beIndian Base and ginning. Meridian, Leflore Including a road County, Oklahoma, and utility easement more particularly described as follows: described as follows: Beginning at A strip of land in Lot the SW corner of 1 of Potts Mtn. said Lot 8W; thence Cabin Site No. 3 N 14 degrees 00 and Lot 9W of Potts minutes 31 seconds Mtn. Site No. 1., beE along the W line ing 30 ft. in width, of said Lot 8W a 15 ft. on each of a distance of 182.72 center line described as follows: ft; thence S 80 degrees 45 minutes Commencing at the NE corner of the 42 seconds E a distance of 207.79 ft to SW/4 of S14, T5N, a point on the N R24E of the Indian boundary of said Base and Meridian, Lot 7W; thence 75 Leflore County, degrees 59 minutes Oklahoma; thence S 00 degrees 08 29 seconds E a distance of 92.93 ft to minutes 08 seconds the NE corner of W along the E line said Lot 7W; thence of said SW/4 a disS 14 degrees 00 tance of 619.01 ft; minutes 31 seconds thence N 89 deWest a distance of grees 51 minutes 200.00 ft to the SE 52 seconds W a corner of said Lot distance of 1118.62 7W; thence N 75 ft. to a point of the degrees 59 minutes center of a county 29 seconds W a road; thence S 14 degrees 00 minutes distance of 300 feet 31 seconds west a to the Point of bedistance of 102.79 ginning. ft. to the point of beIncluding a road ginning. and utility easement Terry L. Cotner described as fol27740 Potts Mounlows: tain Rd. Heavener, A strip of land in Lot OK 74937 PH. 1 of Potts Mtn. 918-413-1084 Cabin Site No. 3 Given under my and Lot 9W of Potts hand and seal this Mtn. Site No. 1., be23rd day of March, ing 30 ft. in width, 2015. 15 ft. on each of a Melba Hall, Court center line deClerk scribed as follows: LeFlore County, Commencing at the Oklahoma NE corner of the s/BY: Carla Martin SW/4 of S14, T5N, Published in the PoR24E of the Indian teau Daily News on Base and Meridian, March 27, April 3, Leflore County, 10, 2015 (26534) Oklahoma; thence LPXLP S 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds W along the E line of said SW/4 a distance of 619.01 ft; thence N 89 degrees 51 minutes 52 seconds W a distance of 1118.62 ft. to a point of the center of a county road; thence S 14 degrees 00 minutes 31 seconds west a distance of 102.79 ft. to the point of beginning. Terry L. Cotner 27740 Potts Mountain Rd. Heavener, OK 74937 PH. 918-413-1084 Given under my hand and seal this 23rd day of March, 2015. Melba Hall, Court Clerk LeFlore County, Oklahoma s/BY: Carla Martin Published in the Poteau Daily News on March 27, April 3, 10, 2015 (26534) Classifieds swer the petition of grees 45 minutes SW/4 of S14, T5N, the Plaintiffs on file 42 seconds E a disR24E of the Indian in the above styled tance of 207.79 ft to and numbered case a point on the N Base and Meridian, on or before the boundary of said Leflore County, 21st day of May, Lot 7W; thence 75 Oklahoma; thence 2015 or judgment degrees 59 minutes S 00 degrees 08 will be rendered 29 seconds E a disminutes 08 seconds against you, forever tance of 92.93 ft to W along the E line FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 . . . PAGE 9 foreclosing your inthe NE corner of terest in and to the said Lot 7W; thence of said SW/4 a disof 619.01 ft; following described S 14LEGALS degrees 00 tanceLEGALS LEGALS real property, situminutes 31 seconds thence N 89 deated in Leflore West a distance of grees 51 minutes County, State of 200.00 ft to the SE 52 seconds W a Oklahoma to wit: corner of said Lot distance of 1118.62 A part of Lot 7W 7W; thence N 75 and 8W of Potts degrees 59 minutes ft. to a point of the Mountain Cabin 29 seconds W a center of a county Site No. 1 in S14, distance of 300 feet road; thence S 14 T5N, R24 E of the to the Point of bedegrees 00 minutes Indian Base and ginning. 31 seconds west a Meridian, Leflore Including a road distance of 102.79 County, Oklahoma, and utility easement ft. to the point of bemore particularly described as folginning. described as follows: Terry L. Cotner lows: Beginning at A strip of land in Lot the SW corner of 1 of Potts Mtn. 27740 Potts Mounsaid Lot 8W; thence Cabin Site No. 3 tain Rd. Heavener, N 14 degrees 00 and Lot 9W of Potts OK 74937 PH. minutes 31 seconds Mtn. Site No. 1., be918-413-1084 E along the W line ing 30 ft. in width, Given under my of said Lot 8W a 15 ft. on each of a distance of 182.72 center line dehand and seal this ft; thence S 80 described as follows: 23rd day of March, grees 45 minutes Commencing at the 2015. 42 seconds E a disNE corner of the Melba Hall, Court tance of 207.79 ft to SW/4 of S14, T5N, Clerk a point on the N R24E of the Indian LeFlore County, boundary of said Base and Meridian, Lot 7W; thence 75 Leflore County, Oklahoma degrees 59 minutes Oklahoma; thence s/BY: Carla Martin 29 seconds E a disS 00 degrees 08 Published in the Potance of 92.93 ft to minutes 08 seconds Daily News on teau the NE corner of W along the E line March 27, April 3, said Lot 7W; thence of said SW/4 a dis10, 2015 (26534) S 14 degrees 00 tance of 619.01 ft; minutes 31 seconds thence N 89 deLPXLP West a distance of grees 51 minutes 200.00 ft to the SE 52 seconds W a corner of said Lot distance of 1118.62 7W; thence N 75 ft. to a point of the degrees 59 minutes center of a county 29 seconds W a road; thence S 14 distance of 300 feet degrees 00 minutes to the Point of be31 seconds west a ginning. distance of 102.79 Including a road ft. to the point of beand utility easement ginning. described as folTerry L. Cotner lows: 27740 Potts MounA strip of land in Lot tain Rd. Heavener, 1 of Potts Mtn. OK 74937 PH. Cabin Site No. 3 918-413-1084 and Lot 9W of Potts Given under my Mtn. Site No. 1., behand and seal this ing 30 ft. in width, 23rd day of March, 15 ft. on each of a 2015. center line deMelba Hall, Court scribed as follows: Clerk Commencing at the LeFlore County, NE corner of the Oklahoma SW/4 of S14, T5N, s/BY: Carla Martin R24E of the Indian Published in the PoFree Base and Meridian, News on teau Daily Estimates Leflore County, March 27, April 3, Oklahoma; thence 10, 2015 (26534) Shape S 00 degrees 08 LPXLP Top minutes 08 seconds W along the E line Take Out of said SW/4 a distance of 619.01 ft; Greg Allison 918-647-3653 thence N 89 de918-839-0033 grees 51 minutes 52 seconds W a distance of 1118.62 ft. to a point of the center of a county road; thence S 14 degrees 00 minutes 31 seconds west a distance of 102.79 ft. to the point of beginning. With or Without children Terry L. Cotner 27740 Potts MounCall for More Info. and Pricing tain Rd. Heavener, OK 74937 PH. 918-413-1084 Given under my hand and seal this 23rd day of March, 2015. Melba Hall, Court Clerk LeFlore County, Oklahoma s/BY: Carla Martin Published in the Poteau Daily News on March 27, April 3, 10, 2015 (26534) LPXLP BUSINESS AND SERVICES DIRECTORY American Termite & Pest Control Readers’ Choice Winner 10 Years Running ES FRE TIM E AT ES 918-839-8261 Superior Lawn, Tree and Landscaping TOP TO BOTTOM TREE SERVICE Pro-Se Divorce Call 918-839-6040 Advertise your business or service! $75 Includes 20 runs in the poteau daily news, 4 in the shoppers’ guide and on our website. 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The mayor in Moore, an Oklahoma City suburb devastated by a massive tornado two years ago, called the storm that hit his city a “junior tornado.” But residents of a hard-hit Sand Springs, just west of Tulsa, said the storm was agonizing. “Tornadoes mean a loss for a lot of people and their property,” Lisa Reagle said as she rummaged through her father’s demolished mobile home looking for photographs of him playing music with Merle Haggard. Deidre Maxwell scoured the debris for her parents’ Defensive driving course planned Celebrating the 2015 Graduates of LeFlore County Show your pride in this year’s class of graduating seniors. prescription medications and any family keepsakes. She also was looking for the family car, a PT Cruiser that had been parked beside their mobile home. “I don’t even know how I’m going to get in this,” she said, struggling to lift the front door from the nearly demolished trailer. Wednesday’s storms broke a months-long tornado drought in Oklahoma; a day earlier, an Arkansas waterspout was the first twister to hit the U.S. in a month. Reagle credited “a God thing” for the low casualty 2015 The Poteau Daily News annual county-wide graduation section is the perfect vehicle to wish the Class of 2015 the best of luck in their future endeavors. This section will feature class pictures from every high school in LeFlore County, highlighting the honors graduates for the Class of 2015. In addition, we will run bios of each LeFlore County Senior that is submitted to us. Contact your sales representative today to reserve your space. Lisa: [email protected] Theresa: [email protected] Published May 13 Ad Deadline 5 p.m., Tuesday, April 24 647-3188 and the governor said damage was still being assessed. “We’ve been down this road before. We know what to do,” Fallin said after touring an elementary school that lost its roof. Moore has been hit by 22 tornadoes since 1893, and since 1999, four storms have been rated near the top of the scale for tornado damage. The city’s longtime mayor, Glenn Lewis, described the recent twister as “kind of like a junior tornado for us” as he assessed the damage Thursday. Back in Sand Springs, where Fallon also planned to visit, Desiree Roberts said the mobile home she lost in the storm was likely her last. “The risk is just too great,” she said. The U.S. had had an unusually quiet start to the tornado season. After a series of storms in early January from Mississippi to Georgia, cold air settled into much of the country, suppressing violent weather. Tuesday’s waterspout over Bull Shoals Lake in Arkansas was the nation’s first twister in March. 'Picnic' Monday, Tuesday LeFlore County Farm Bureau will conduct a defensive driving class April 6-7 from 6-9 p.m. at the county office located at 2007 N. Broadway in Poteau. Cost to members is $10 per student and $35 to non-members. Please call (918) 647-4528 to make your reservation. Learn to run 5k Learn to run a 5k Mondays nights through April 27. Running by the Scripture is free to all ages at Mount Triumph Baptist Church in Fort Coffee. Events begin at 6 p.m. New Website Features • Remember Then? — A look back through the Poteau Daily News archives. • Trendy Tuesday — Hot topic of the day. • Sports photo or play of the week. • Photo of the week. • Video of the week. • What you missed — A review of local top headlines. • Also: Breaking News Current Events On the spot Sports. Find it all on poteaudailynews.com SERVING LEFLORE COUNTY 804 N. Broadway Poteau, OK (918) 647-3188 count, and Tulsa County Undersheriff Tim Albin said the area fared surprisingly well through tornadoes, hail and heavy rains. “I’ll tell you, when we got to pulling up on the scene you just thought we were going to be pulling a hundred bodies out of here,” Albin said. Gov. Mary Fallin declared a state of emergency for 25 counties ahead of a visit to Moore, where seven school children were among 24 people killed in a top-scale EF-5 tornado in 2013. Wednesday’s storms were considerably weaker, Actors are shown during dress rehearsals for Carl Albert State College’s production of "Picnic," set for 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at the Hamilton Auditorium. Director Bill Day said, “Inclement weather forced the postponement of the production from the original dates scheduled, so we hope everyone has this production on the calendar and will plan to attend one or both nights.” Absentee voters should apply Voters wanting absentee ballots mailed to them for the April 7 regular municipal elections should apply now, LeFlore County Election Board Secretary Sharon Steele said Thursday. The election board is able to accept applications until 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 1. Absentee ballot application forms are available at the County Election Board office at 103 N. Church St., Poteau. They are also available online at www.elections.ok.gov. Steele said two mail transactions must be made. The election board must mail the ballots to the voter and the voter must return the voted ballots back by mail. Ballots must be at the election board by 7 p.m. election day to be counted. Any registered voter may vote by absentee ballot in any election they are eligible to vote in but Steele said a voter must be registered and reside at an address within the geographical boundaries of a school district or municipality to be eligible to vote in those elections. For voting absentee, a reason or excuse is not required but may be in a voter’s best interest to provide one. “While anyone can vote absentee without giving a reason, the law still provides several excuses, and it is to the advantage of some voters to use one of them,” Steele said. By using one of several provided reasons, Steele said it may make the absentee ballot process easier. Reasons provided by the election board include voters who are physically incapacitated and voters who care for them, those confined to a nursing home in the county, military personnel and county residents living overseas, as well their spouses or dependents. Singing school set for April In commemoration of the Hartford Singing Institute that conducted singing schools in the 1930s and ‘40s at Hartford, Ark., an eight-night singing school will be taught by former Sen. Gene Jeffress April 13, 14, 16, 17 and 20–24 from 7-9 p.m. at the Assembly of God in Hartford. The school is open to all ages and will cover music reading, sight singing, directing and the Do Re Mi’s. The Jeffress family teaches the annual Singing School held at Springdale each year. The cost for the school will be $50. Enrollment deadline is Tuesday. Call (918) 658-3976 of email hartlandheritage@ yahoo.com. The Singing School will lead up to the 25th annual “Hills of Fame Songfest” that will be held on Mothers Day, May 10, at Faith Chapel in Hartford with special guest Albert E. Brumley Jr. and many other solos, trios and quartets. Triple slaying probed in Atoka County ATOKA (AP) — The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation says its agents are assisting Atoka County authorities in investigating the shooting deaths of three people as a double-homi- cide and suicide. The OSBI says 53-yearold Kathryn Banks and 49-year-old Kent Houchen were found shot to death Wednesday night at Sanford Oil Company near Atoka and the body of 64-year-old Sherman Banks was found later near his home in Stringtown with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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