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Friday, Aug. 4

• Michael Shriver, of Enid, reported someone took three Mig style welders, three gas powered electric generators, miscellaneous hand tools, a big screen television, four large-sized car speakers, four medium sized car speakers and eight tires from the 1500 block of South 2nd. Estimated loss, $4,900.

Saturday, Aug. 5

• Ron Anderson, of Enid, reported that between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Aug. 1, he lost his black Glock 42 .380 caliber handgun somewhere in Enid. Estimated loss, $500.

• Meloney Jacobs, of Enid, reported someone took her 1992 blue Ford F150 from Taco Bell at 402 S. Van Buren. Estimated loss, $500.

• Ryan Ginn, of Ardmore, reported someone took miscellaneous currency, a black Apple iPod Touch, JBL Bluetooth headphones, Apple Lightning charger cable, purple Mirco USB charger cable and miscellaneous prescription drugs. Estimated loss, $488.

Sunday, Aug. 6

• Lindsey Harman, of Enid, reported that between July 21 and July 25, someone took a dresser, miscellaneous bath products, clothing, wall art, toys and bedding from her residence in the 4100 block of South Van Buren. Estimated loss, $2,425.

Monday, Aug. 7

• Cawayne Mingo, of Enid, reported that between 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Aug. 4, someone took his black Apple iPhone 7 Plus with a black Griffin protective case while it was in the 500 block of East Oklahoma. Estimated loss, $925.

Tuesday, Aug. 8

• Patrick Lloyd, of the 700 block of South 4th, reported sometime between 12 a.m. Aug. 7 and 2:31 p.m. Aug. 8, someone entered his residence and stole three flat-screen televisions and cash. Estimated loss, $650.

• Michael Martens, of the 1800 block of Norman, reported sometime between 10 a.m. Aug. 7 and 7:30 a.m. Aug. 8, someone pried open the back door of his residence and stole a steel toolbox containing miscellaneous tools, a propane heater, ice chest, cat food, a lawnmower and a fiberglass ladder. Estimated loss and damage, $730.

Wednesday, Aug. 9

• Jessica Perez, no address given, reported sometime between 10:30 p.m. Aug. 8 and 8 a.m. Aug. 9, someone entered her vehicle while it was parked in the 1100 block of South Oakwood taking a wallet and its contents. Estimated loss, $2,765.

 Thursday, Aug. 10

• William Leroy Gainer, of Drummond, reported at 9:38 p.m. Aug. 10, someone damaged the driver’s side rear panel and passenger side doors and left blood on the front seat of his vehicle while it was parked in the 2000 block of West Rupe. Estimated damage, $600.

 Friday, Aug. 11

• Michael Lynn Martins, of Enid, reported between 6:30 p.m. Aug. 10 and 8:32 a.m. Aug. 1,1 someone entered a residence in the 500 block of West State and took miscellaneous tools. Estimated loss, $1,570.

Saturday, Aug. 5

• 8:29 a.m. 2230 W. Elm, false alarm or false call.

• 9:25 a.m.: 1132 E. Oklahoma, medical assist.

• 1:35 p.m.: 2730 N. Van Buren, medical assist.

• 3:23 p.m.: 1201 N. 102nd, grass fire.

• 3:30 p.m.: 1710 Mimosa Drive, dispatched and canceled en route.

• 5:58 p.m.: 2705 W. Oklahoma, medical assist.

• 6:14 p.m.: 2530 N. Monroe, medical assist.

Sunday, Aug. 6

• 12:14 a.m.: 525 S. Quincy, EMS call.

• 5:40 a.m.: 501 S. Hoover, medical assist.

• 6:22 a.m.: 900 W. Phillips, medical assist.

• 9:29 a.m.: 5801 N.Oakwood, medical assist.

• 11:04 a.m.: 225 W. Garriott, medical assist.

• 2:37 p.m.: 509 W. Oak, dispatched and canceled en route.

• 4:22 p.m.: 805 W. Oxford, police matter.

• 6:09 p.m.: 3828 N. Washington, medical assist.

• 9:32 p.m.: 1817 Mosher Drive, medical assist.

• 9:52 p.m.: 520 E. Cherokee, helicopter landing area assistance.

• 11:53 p.m.: 6102 W. Chestnut, medical assist.

Monday, Aug. 7

• 7:46 a.m.: 5605 Arrowhead Drive, medical assist.

• 8:27 a.m.: 616 W. Randolph, medical assist.

• 1:04 p.m.: 1521 N. Kennedy, authorized controlled burn.

• 1:20 p.m.: 826 W. Nagel, medical assist.

• 3:12 p.m.: 419 S. Harrison, medical assist.

• 3:16 p.m.: 520 E. Cherokee, helicopter landing area assistance.

• 3:39 p.m.: 1913 W. Elm, medical assist.

• 5:17 p.m.: 702 W. Iowa, medical assist.

• 5:19 p.m.: 1918 Field Drive, medical assist.

• 7:06 p.m.: 1101 W. Pine, recreational fire.

• 8:33 p.m.: 1022 E. Cherokee, medical assist.

• 11:30 p.m.: 1726 Centennial, person in distress.

Tuesday, Aug. 8

• 1:14 a.m.: 4502 W. Randolph, person in distress.

• 4:26 a.m.: 2618 Mt. Vernon, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury.

• 5:15 a.m.: 1404 N. Garland, alarm system sounded due to malfunction.

• 6:19 a.m.: 2010 W. Maple, medical assist.

• 7:49 a.m.: 1002 Sequoyah Drive, unintentional transmission of alarm.

• 11:56 a.m.: 406 W. Birch, medical assist.

• 12:42 p.m.: 2817 W. Chestnut, medical assist.

• 2:36 p.m.: 1225 S. Cleveland, medical assist.

• 3:10 p.m.: 221 S. 30th, medical assist.

• 4:02 p.m.: 4202 LaMesa Drive, false alarm or false call.

• 7:54 p.m.: 1219 N. Grand, medical assist.

• 8:37 p.m.: 1305 S. Ritchie, medical assist.

Wednesday, Aug. 9

• 3:51 a.m.: 4202 LaMesa Drive, medical assist.

• 3:57 a.m.: 820 W. Pine, medical assist.

• 6:38 a.m.: 3400 S. Van Buren, smoke or odor investigation.

• 8:21 a.m.: 301 S. Grand, no incident found on arrival at dispatch address.

 • 11:55 a.m.: 628 E. Maple, gas leak (natural gas or LPG).

• 2:39 p.m.: 3236 Neilson Drive, medical assist.

• 3:11 p.m.: 2618 Mt. Vernon, person in distress, other. 

• 3:47 p.m.: 3607 Buffalo Drive, medical assist.

• 6:13 p.m.: 3800 W. Purdue, off-road vehicle or heavy equipment fire. 

• 6:19 p.m.: 5801 N. Oakwood, false alarm or false call, other.

• 7:17 p.m.: 5103 W. Garriott, smoke detector activation, no fire, unintentional.

• 8:42 p.m.: 3900 N. Oakwood, brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire.

• 9:37 p.m.: 2626 Northgate Drive, power line down.

• 9:54 p.m.: 5506 W. Chestnut, power line down.

• 10:07 p.m.: 428 S. Fillmore, medical assist.

• 10:27 p.m.: 1600 N. Van Buren, person in distress, other. 

• 11:41 p.m.: 4810 Spring Ridge, medical assist.

Thursday, Aug. 10

• 3:04 a.m.: 3607 Buffalo Drive, medical assist.

• 6:25 a.m.: 5801 N. Oakwood, smoke detector activation, no fire, unintentional.

• 7:40 a.m.: 2618 Mt. Vernon, medical assist. 

• 10:43 a.m.: 2101 E. Oak, medical assist.

• 10:53 a.m.: 600 S. Monroe, alarm system activation, no fire, unintentional.

• 11:59 a.m.: 6405 Memorial Drive, medical assist.

• 12:55 p.m.: 2705 London Lane, medical assist.

• 1:29 p.m.: 628 E. Maple, medical assist.

• 2:06 p.m.: 4018 Shenandoah, medical assist.

• 3:45 p.m.: 929 S. Oakwood, gas leak.

• 9:20 p.m.: 310 W. Garriott, fire, other.

• 9:35 p.m.: 2604 N. Jackson, medical assist.

• 9:40 p.m.: 4810 Spring Ridge, medical assist.

• 10:01 p.m.: 410 W. Illinois, building fire.

• 11:56 p.m.: 2112 W. Maple, medical assist.

Gearing up for the start of another school year | Local News

Read article : Gearing up for the start of another school year | Local News

Where has summer gone? It seems as though yesterday, school was just out. Children all across Oklahoma have been splashing in local pools, playing with neighborhood friends and attending summer camp. Many families have taken vacations as well. Kids stay up late and sleep in often past 10:00 a.m. in the morning. Now is the time to get back on schedule time-wise. It won’t be long before these children trade in a bathing suit and bicycle for school clothes and backpacks. Our bodies can quickly adjust to the school schedule of getting up early and going to bed at a reasonable time to afford the body plenty of rest for supreme efforts in school in just a few days. 

For some students, whether having been in school or this is the first year, starting school can cause some anxiety. For pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students, this is a major milestone for them and their parents. School is a place away from home where children will have some of their greatest challenges, successes, failures and embarrassments. Starting school can be fun and stressful at the same time. School is a place where a child will learn about how the world works, as well as about his or her own strengths, weaknesses and interests. For many children it will be their first experience away from home and their parents. Other children may feel some anxiety because they are starting at a new school. Some parents may face some anxiety themselves, letting go, which can add to a child’s hesitance or reluctance. A child’s experience starting school can be influenced by a parent’s feelings and attitudes. It is important for parents to be positive and have a good attitude toward school in order to help their child succeed.

Several days before school begins, establish or re-establish a school routine. The night before, pack the backpack and make a lunch, if not purchasing one at school. Then decide what clothes are to be worn and lay them out for quick access in the morning. Make sure to discuss with the child what the weather will be like and what activities may be encountered during or after school on the all-important first day. Morning comes early, either with the use of an alarm or a parent/sibling waking up the child. Awaken a child to allow enough time for a healthy breakfast. What constitutes a healthy breakfast? Breakfast should include foods from at least 3 of the food groups. Try to encourage a dairy source, hopefully at least an 8-ounce serving, whether it is milk to drink, pouring milk on cereal or eating a container of yogurt. Next, encourage a whole grain. Encourage your family to eat half of our daily grains as whole grains. These include whole wheat bread made into toast, an English muffin or bagel that is whole wheat whole-grain cereal such as Raisin Bran or Wheat Chex. To round out the healthy meal, include a serving of fresh fruit such as fresh strawberries, a piece of cantaloupe or a banana. If possible choose a fruit that is high in vitamin C. Encouraging a glass of water along with the foods will maintain hydration for the start of the school day.

Many homes establish a routine or house rules which include getting dressed, personal hygiene, making the bed and eating a healthy breakfast before the television or electronic games are turned on. Try to eat breakfast as a family to discuss the day’s activities and encourage positive thoughts for the remainder of the day. Studies have shown that students who start the day with a nutritious breakfast make better grades, are better able to concentrate and make fewer mistakes than non-breakfast eaters. If the mornings are rushed, the child may be able to eat breakfast at school. Most schools offer a breakfast program either in the cafeteria or in the classroom.

Once the day is over, establish an afternoon/evening routine. This helps children learn what is expected of them and makes bedtime easier. Establish a regular time to work on any homework or school projects. Set aside some time to review the child’s school papers. Parents can show support and enthusiasm by displaying artwork and other papers on the refrigerator, wall or even taking them to work. Encourage the child to show and tell what he/her has learned at school that day. School work, practicing an instrument and sports practice will take precedence over watching television or playing electronic games. Make time for a family meal in the evening. Planning ahead by preparing the food the night before or cooking something in a slow cooker can save time and improve the nutritional content of the meal. Also, it is very important for children to get an adequate amount of sleep. Younger school age children need from 10-11 hours of sleep each night.

Establishing a nighttime routine can make bedtime much more relaxing for everyone. This may include taking a shower/bath, reading a picture/story book, listening to soft music or just sharing with a parent. This helps to provide some calm moments that relax the brain and body for a restful night of sleep. This quiet time gives a child a feeling of security and provides a parent with a wonderful opportunity to learn about what is going on in the child’s life.

Conway selectmen OK 2 shuttle signs for Baths | Local News

Read article : Conway selectmen OK 2 shuttle signs for Baths | Local News

A sign for the Diana’s Baths shuttle is seen at the corner of River Road and Main Street in North Conway on Wednesday. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO)

CONWAY — The owner of Fast Taxi of North Conway says her recently launched shuttle service to Diana's Baths could be successful if it were supported and sufficiently promoted — something that might not be possible given Conway selectmen's insistence on strict adherence to the town's sign regulations.

The popularity of Diana's Baths, which is a series of waterfalls and cascades managed by the U.S. Forest Service, has resulted in overflow parking along West Side Road. 

Selectmen were worried that people walking in the road could get hurt, so earlier this year, the town and state posted the road with "no parking" signs, and a $100 fine for parking offenders was implemented.

Now, however, cars are queuing to get in the Forest Service lot, and people are parking up the road and walking down to the site.

To help alleviate the problem, Fast Taxi has begun offering a shuttle service ($6 round-trip) from Eastern Slope Inn and John Fuller School. It will run through Labor Day.

But ridership has been all over the map, Fast Taxi owner Katy Robbart said in a phone interview Wednesday. While Friday had pouring down rain, there were 25 riders Saturday, three Sunday, four on Monday and 34 on Tuesday, which was a surprise, she said. 

"If everyone wants it to work, it can work," said Robbart, adding, "I want to do this if people want it. I'm not interested in bucking the tide." 

The Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce had reached out to Robbart about offering the shuttle.

And at Tuesday's selectmen's meeting, the chamber's executive director, Janice Crawford, pleaded with the board to allow signage to direct tourists to the shuttle.

She called the signage simple "way-finding signs" and said they would be made from recycled political signs.

"We are trying to come up with a solution," said Crawford, who said several signs were placed last week: one near Diana's Baths; one at Pine Street and White Mountain Highway; one at West Side Road and River Road; one on private property at the community lot by the Eastern Slope Inn on River Road; and one on the corner of Route 16 and River Road.

But the sign at Pine Street was removed because it was on a state right-of-way, and the sign near Diana's Baths was removed at the request of the forest service.

Town Manager Tom Holmes said the question was whether to allow temporary signage to help the shuttle service become successful.  

Selectman Steve Porter pointed out that the signage described by Crawford would be against town regulations. 

"What if Cafe Noche all of a sudden wants to do something along the same lines?" asked Porter. "It opens a Pandora's box." 

Town Planner Tom Irving, crediting Public Works Director Paul DegliAngeli, said one solution could be a "way-finding sign program" where the town could add the shuttle service signs to existing ones directing people to Diana's Bath.

"That could be a legitimate governmental purpose that is being served within the town's right of ways," said Irving. "Private property, which Selectman Porter raised, is an issue because if you allow one class of citizen or one group to do this, you would have great difficulty not allowing anybody else to do the same thing." 

Irving said the town could "face a constitutional challenge" if it allowed signs for the shuttle and not anyone else. 

Crawford said maybe the shuttle service could be considered an event, and that could make the signs legal.

Porter and Crawford sparred over whether visitors to the Baths are a benefit to the town. Porter said the large number of visitors are beating up the Baths, but Crawford insisted the Baths help drives tourism, which builds the tax base. 

She then asked selectmen to contact the chamber before making decisions that would affect tourism such as posting the road "no parking."

Board Chairman David Weathers replied that selectmen were addressing a safety issue, and it had nothing to do with tourism. 

After a lengthy discussion, selectmen ultimately voted 3-1 to allow a shuttle sign near the existing Diana's Baths sign on River Road at the intersection of West Side Road through 4 p.m. on Sept. 4.

Selectman Mary Carey Seavey was absent, and Selectman Carl Thibodeau voted in the minority. 

On Wednesday, Robbart said a shuttle sign was installed at the intersection of River and West Side Roads. She said they also were allowed to have a sandwich board by Eastern Slope Inn.  

Robbart said she takes the signs down at the end of each day when the shuttles stop running. 

At two points in Tuesday's discussion, resident Mark Hounsell, who is also a county commissioner, gave Crawford an earful for adding to the foot traffic at Diana's Baths.

He also criticized her for asking to be informed about meetings that affect tourism. He said she can read the selectmen's agenda like everyone else. 

"The people in this town appreciate the businesses in this town; we appreciate the tourist business," said Hounsell. "But they are not the shadow government that some people would have them be."