Tahlequah Daily Press

May 1, 2009

Around the County


Officials to be sworn in Monday

Tahlequah city officials will host a swearing in ceremony Monday, May 4 at 10 a.m. in the council chambers at City Hall.

New terms will begin for City Clerk Deb Corn, Street Commissioner Mike Corn, Ward 1 Councilor Jason Nichols, Ward 2 Councilor Jack Spears and City Treasurer Lanny Williams. Police Chief-elect Clay Mahaney will be sworn in for his first term.

The ceremony is open to the public.

HSCC spay/neuter clinic May 3

The Humane Society of Cherokee County is sponsoring a spay/neuter clinic for cats and dogs on Sunday, May 3.

The clinic is open to pet owners who have a total household income of $25,000 or less per year. Cost to have animals spayed or neutered is based on a sliding scale, depending on annual income, and proof of income must be provided.

The clinic is available for both male and female cats, as well as a limited number of female dogs weighing no more than 35 pounds. For more information or reservations for the upcoming spay/neuter clinic, call HSCC at (918) 457-7997.

UMCH to host SpringFest May 2

Saturday, May 2 is the third annual SpringFest at the United Methodist Children's Home.

The event will start with cottage tours from 11 a.m. to noon. The opening ceremony will be noon to 12:30 p.m. Events include the Youth Talent Contest, a silent auction in the gym, teen games, horseback riding, a open mic, plus vendors and concessions.

In the silent auction there will be a variety theme baskets, and again this year is a fine print from Jerald Peterson’s Fine Art Studio. Mike Daniel will also have his pottery on display and for sale.

This is a family friendly afternoon, and the games and rides are free. The community is invited. For information, call 456-6166.