BE)--An Enid woman who was charged with eight felony counts of embezzlement in April 2020 pleaded guilty on Friday. 42 year-old Brandy Emmerson-Smith, who was accused of taking more than $300,000 over a seven year period from Enid Memorial Park Cemetery where she worked, pleaded guilty to all eight charges. A non-jury trial that was scheduled for Tuesday was stricken after her plea. Enid News and Eagle reports an own recognizance bond was set at $10,000, according to court documents. A pre-sentence investigation was ordered and is due by Sept. 29, and Emmerson-Smith will return on Oct. 6 for her sentencing. According to court documents, Emmerson-Smith faces up to 10 years in prison and/or a fine on four of the counts; up to eight years in prison and/or a fine on one of the counts; and up to five years in prison and/or a fine on the remaining three counts.
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VN)--U.S. Rep. Frank Lucas urged Oklahomans on Monday to get their shots. Lucas, the top Republican on the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, said the three COVID-19 vaccines being used in the United States are “safe, effective, and free. America’s three COVID vaccines were bolstered by American innovation, developed with the help of America’s brightest scientists, and distributed with the help and strength of America’s workforce.” Oklahoma, like the rest of the country, has seen a surge in cases as the Delta variant has spread quickly, mostly among the unvaccinated. Hospitalizations have risen dramatically in Oklahoma in the last few weeks. To prevent further spread of the delta variant, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its mask guidance today to recommend that fully vaccinated people wear masks indoors when in areas with "substantial" and "high" transmission of COVID-19, which includes nearly two-thirds of all U.S. counties. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, told reporters Friday that he was vaccinated and was “leading by example.” Health officials in Oklahoma today urged Gov. Stitt to issue an emergency declaration that would allow school districts and municipalities the ability to issue mask mandates.
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CN)— One more newly confirmed virus-related death and 733 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the state since Monday, according to daily numbers released late this morning by the Oklahoma State Department of Health. Currently, 9,177 Oklahomans are considered active cases in the state, with 577 people hospitalized in the state for treatment of the virus. The seven-day rolling average for new cases reported was 1,197.
Situation Update: COVID-19
Data shown are preliminary and subject to change
as additional information is obtained.
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COVID-19 Cases |
475,578 |
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New Cases |
733 |
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New Cases 7 day Average |
1,197 |
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Active Cases |
9,177 |
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CDC/NCHS Provisional Deaths |
8,707 |
There have been 7877 positive COVID-19 cases, and 139 deaths in Garfield County. 6969 those cases and 128 deaths have been in Enid. In surrounding counties: Kingfisher County has reported 2073 cases, Alfalfa 1156, Blaine County is at 1063 cases, Major 957, and Grant 555.
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IC)--Foreigner, iconic rock band hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world, is bringing “The Greatest Hits of Foreigner on Tour” to Stride Bank Center on Aug. 5. The show will begin at 8:00 p.m. Tickets start at $49.50 through StrideBankCenter.com, calling (855) TIX-ENID or on the second floor of Stride Bank Center Convention Hall. A VIP package for $250 will include one premium reserved ticket, a special question-and-answer session with band members, official VIP badge, photo opportunity with the band and several other perks. With 10 multi-platinum albums and 16 Top 30 hits, Foreigner has a formidable musical catalog that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now exceeding 80 million. Kevin Boryczki, general manager of Stride Bank Center said “This is our first major concert since COVID, and I would expect it to be a full crowd and a great turnout, based off the response we’ve had for similar shows, like Chicago, ZZ Top and REO Speedwagon.
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DD)--Have the “Dog Days of Summer” made you feel a little ruff? Lucky for you and your pup, the City of Enid Parks and Recreation department is ensuring that every Enid dog will have its day. Officials have announced that there will be not one, but two events highlighting man’s best friend. Runners and dog owners are invited to come out to Crosslin Park the morning of Saturday, August 14th as the City of Enid Parks and Recreation department hosts the Fast and the Furriest 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Pre-Registration/Packet pick-up is at 5:30am at Pavilion #1 and the races begins at 6 a.m. The fee for the 1-mile run is $10 and $20 for the 5k event, dogs get in free.
Later that afternoon, join the City of Enid Parks and Recreation department at Champlin Pool for their annual Doggie Dip. This popular event takes place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 14th and allows dogs to enjoy the hot August sun and make a splash. From active Aussies to lazy Labs, all dogs are welcome. For questions or to pay registration fees, contact the Parks and Recreation department by phone at (580) 616-7210 or by email at specialevent@enid.org. To check out upcoming events, go to: Enid.org/ParkEvents.
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