Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s Veterans Day Parade.
Here are some of the highlights from the event:
Dalee Barrick is one of Waurika’s Valedictorians
Dalee Barrick is one of the Valedictorians of this year’s senior class of Waurika.
Barrick has a deep love for agriculture.
She will be attending Oklahoma State University and majoring in agricultural communications.
Her time serving in her church and spending time with her friends from her youth group at the Waurika Church of Christ is really important to her.
Barrick loves to sing and has participated at the state talent competition for both Beta Club and FFA.
She recently received the Outstanding Freshman English composition Award from Cameron University.
When asked about her favorite memories from high school she replied, “I suppose my favorite memories from high school weren’t necessarily at the school itself. Through these last four years, I have developed deep friendships with the people in my Church of Christ youth group. We have spent many nights doing anything from studying the Bible to playing cards and roasting marshmallows in my back yard. I have never been a student with gobs of friends. However, the friends I have are true ones. You can’t beat that.”
She has been a member of the academic team, Oklahoma honor society, FFA, Student council, national honor society, cross-country, power-lifting, and track. She also has participated in the drama club play.
Barrick has served as a student council representative, class officer, Waurika FFA Jr. Officer, National Honor Society president, Beta Club vice-president, FFA president, and editor of both the Eagle Yearbook and the Eagle Talk Newspaper. As our readers know, she is also a frequent contributor to the Waurika News Journal & The Ryan Leader.
Besides that she has also served as a member of the speech team and co-captain of the academic team.
Her academic awards include English 1, physical science, and algebra 1, and third place in creed speaking.
Her accomplishments in the livestock show arena include Grand Champion heifer at the Waurika Livestock show, Breed Champion heifer at the Jefferson County Livestock show, second in class Maintener Heifer State Fair, first place OYE Futurity Show and second place in the opening and closing ceremonies for FFA.
Barrick has completed classes at Cameron University while finishing her Senior Year at Waurika.
When asked about her favorite genre of music she states, “I can listen to just about anything. When it comes down to it, I think I’d have to say it’s a pretty even tie between 80’s – 90’s country and anything Frank Sinatra ever sang. Two completely different sounds, but I love them!”
She doesn’t necessarily have a favorite color. She says, “When I was younger, I thought my favorite color was purple, but now that I’m older I can’t say I have a favorite color necessarily. They all have a purpose, so I guess I love them all!”
To the younger students says, “I pray that the students of Waurika below me find their place just as I did. Join a school club, do your best in class, and let God be in your life. I can assure you if I hadn’t had done these things, I don’t know where I’d be.”
Dalee Barrick will enjoy a fruitful and successful collegiate experience.
Her desire to serve God and her fellowman will be assets that will carry her far in life.
Garcia Settling in as New Fire Chief
Randal Garcia has been the Ryan Fire chief since May of this year. However, he has been a member of the fire department since around 2008.
He says everyone has come together and the support he has received has been great.
He is the brother of Stephanie Wesberry and the son of Josey and Mio Garcia of Terral. (Josey is pictured on the back page at her restaurant known as Mama Josey’s in Terral.)
Randal is grateful for how things have progressed and the way Waurika and Ryan have worked together.
We’ve had some training with Waurika he says.
Last Saturday the Fire Department held their first 5K Run fundraiser. Many of the Ryan track teams as well as members of the community participated.
The money will go toward the upgrading and repairing of some of the fire trucks.
Along with the 5K Run the department sold T-shirts that said, “Stop Drop and Run 5K and Fun Run.”
Participants had the option of running or walking the 5K.
There may still be some shirts available. The cost of each shirt is $10 for small through XXL and $15 for #XL.
The hot dogs and hamburgers served at the fundraiser were excellent. Donations were taken for the meal.
Senior Profile: Gatlin Black
This will be Gatlin Black’s last year attending Waurika Schools.
1. How do you feel about your last year?
“I’m going to miss it, but I’m ready to see the world.”
2. Sum up your school experience?
“It has been adventurous and unpredictable.”
3. What activities and organizations have you participated in?
“I’ve been involved in baseball, basketball, football, FFA, cross-country, student council, NHS, and the academic team.”
4. What are your plans for the future?
“I plan on studying business.”
5. Favorite Memory at WHS?
“Definitely going undefeated and becoming district champs for my senior year.”
6. What teacher’s class has best prepared you for the future?
“Coach Jessie’s history class, he taught me to respect and wisdom. He also taught me to be ready for the real world.”
7. Give advice to underclassmen?
“Learn how to cheat early.”
8. Anyone you want to think?
“Family, friends, teachers, Rickey Bobby, and God.”
9. Do you have a fear about leaving? “No.”
10. Are you going to miss being at WHS?
“I will miss the good times and memories, but I’m ready to see the rest of the world.”
Terral Graduating Class of 2018
Terral recently held their Kindergarten Graduation.
Below is their picture with their names.
(l-r)Khonner Quinton, Hannah Conner, Holden Martin, Rowdee McCauley, Jalynn Duke, and Teacher Mrs. Michel Roberts
(Submitted Photo)
Ryan Sending Two Harriers To State Cross Country Competition
Two Ryan cross country participants will be headed to the state meet after qualifying during the Class 2A Regional Cross Country Meet held at Harmon Park in Waurika last Saturday.
Andrew Scott and Kamrie Hernandez each earned spots in Saturday’s state meet at Edmond Santa Fe High School by finishing among the top seven competitors not on a team in the regional at Waurika.
Waurika hosted one of three regionals in Class 2A.
Hernandez finished 16th overall in the Class 2A girls race and she recorded a time of 14:14.56, but she was the sixth best individual runner and the top seven individual runners qualify for an opportunity to run in the state meet.
The Cowgirl freshman ran her second best time of the season at the regional and was one of only six freshmen to finish in the top 20 of the race. Hernandez was one of only two freshmen individuals that qualified for state from the Waurika regional.
A total of 126 runners competed in the Class 2A division race.
Two other Cowgirls competed at the regional for coach Shelley Villarreal.
Lilah Regehr finished 76th in the competition with a time of 16:43.01 – her second best time of the cross country season.
Also competing for the Cowgirls at the regional was Kayleigh Hodges. She finished 117th with a time of 22:12.53.
All three Cowgirl competitors are freshmen.
Scott will be making his second straight appearance in the Class 2A state competition.
In last Saturday’s race, Scott finished 12th overall with a time of 19:30.04. He was the fifth best individual qualifier in the Waurika regional.
Scott was awarded a bronze medal for his performance at the regional meet.
The Class 2A state meet will begin with the girls’ race at 11:45 a.m. and the boys’ race will follow at 12:15 p.m. An awards ceremony will follow.
(Photo by Shelley Villarreal)
Waurika Library News
Unfortunately, due to safety concerns this year, the Waurika Public Library’s Summer Reading Program has been canceled. The Summer Reading Program is something we look forward to every year and we hope to see everyone again next year when our theme will be “Tails and Tales”.
‘Connections in Death’ by J.D. Robb is available at the Waurika Public Library.
Homicide cop Eve Dallas and her billionaire husband, Roarke, are building a brand-new school and youth shelter. They know that the hard life can lead kids toward dangerous crossroads and, with this new project, they hope to nudge a few more of them onto the right path. For expert help, they hire child psychologist Dr. Rochelle Pickering—whose own brother pulled himself out of a spiral of addiction and crime with Rochelle’s support.
Lyle is living with Rochelle while he gets his life together, and he’s thrilled to hear about his sister’s new job offer. But within hours, triumph is followed by tragedy. Returning from a celebratory dinner with her boyfriend, she finds Lyle dead with a syringe in his lap, and Eve’s investigation confirms that this wasn’t just another OD. After all his work to get clean, Lyle’s been pumped full of poison—and a neighbor with a peephole reports seeing a scruffy, pink-haired girl fleeing the scene.
Now Eve and Roarke must venture into the gang territory where Lyle used to run, and the ugly underground world of tattoo parlors and strip joints where everyone has taken a wrong turn somewhere. They both believe in giving people a second chance. Maybe even a third or fourth. But as far as they’re concerned, whoever gave the order on Lyle Pickering’s murder has run out of chances…
Checkout ‘Connections in Death’ by J.D. Robb at your Waurika Public Library!
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Attend the Fair this Saturday!
Remember, there is still one day left to enjoy the fair. See the schedule below about Saturday’s events. Don’t Miss it!
Senior Profile: Brooklyn Barnes
How do you feel about your last year?
I’m excited for my last year, but nervous at the same time.
What Activities/Organizations have you participated in?
I’m involved with cheer, softball, band, cross country, student council, and FCCLA.
What are your plans for the future?
My plans for the future are to go to college and become a 2nd grade teacher, get married and start a family.
Favorite memory at WHS?
My favorite memory at WHS is cheering at the football games with my best friend Hope.
What teacher or class has best prepared you?
Mrs.Hodges was the teacher who best prepared me. She’s always pushed me to try my best. She also let me color a few times.
Give advice to an underclassman?:
My advice to underclassmen is to not care what people think. Follow God’s plan, be humble and kind, Always smile.
Who would you like to thank?
I would like to thank my family, especially my mom for always trying. I want to thank Hope and her mom. I also want to thank everyone who’s believed in me. I would like to thank all my classmates for the laughs and the great memories
What fears do you have about leaving?
My fears for leaving high school are failing and leaving my classmates.
What are you going to miss most about being at WHS?
I’m going to miss everything. The people, the school itself. I’ll miss everybody knowing everybody.
What lessons have you learned from previous classes (class of 2020, etc)?
Class of 2019 taught me friendship.
What event did/do you most look forward to this year?
I’m looking forward to our senior trip. It will live up to my expectations as long as I get to spend time and more memories with my classmates.
Do you have any regrets?
My regrets are not getting out more to spend time with family or friends.
Terral News and Happenings February 15 2018
Sometimes I wake up before dawn, and I love sitting up in the middle of the bed with all the lights off, pitch black dark, and talking to the Father, with no interruptions and nothing that reminds me that there’s anything in life but me and him. -Charles R. Swindoll
Special Thanks- A big “Thank You’’ to everyone who donated desserts, cooked food, served, delivered or help with our Chili Dinner last Saturday. Your help was very much appreciated.
FBC Girls in Action Group- The GA T-shirts are in and if you ordered a T-shirt from a GA they will be delivered this week. We are open for new orders if anyone would like to order a T-shirt please call Shirley at 580-437-2337. We are still taking recipes for our Community Cookbook until Feb. 14th. You may drop them by City Hall or to Shirley or Mary Alice Kunkel. Thanks!
Happy Birthday – Michael Freeman celebrated on Feb. 6. Kathy Denton partied on the 13th.
Community Prayer List- The Duncan Families in the passing of Clovon Allen, Cindy Day, Tony Rodriguez, Brenda Bryant, Scotty Day, Tom Baysinger, Sue and Avery Linton, Martin Villarreal, Sr., Joe Martin, Faye Tanner, Adam White, Mary Loo Duke, Florita Villarreal, Glen Martin, Robert Harnois, Esther Grimes, Marie Pollan, Virginia Tanner, Darlene Hall, Carrie Sheffield, T.K Delaney, Manuel Villarreal, Shana Reed and our military stationed around the world. May God keep you in his loving care.
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