New Life Ranch to mark 50 years of ministry with anniversary celebration

From Staff Reports

COLCORD, Okla. — New Life Ranch, a camp and retreat center in the Ozarks of Northeast Oklahoma is excited to celebrate 50 years of ministry. On Aug. 2, New Life Ranch will commemorate its golden anniversary with a day-long celebration to be held at the camp. The day is free and open to all who have had contact in the past with New Life Ranch. Fifty years ago, in 1958, Willard and Ruth Heck felt called by God to start a camp ministry. As they dedicated their newly purchased land “to the glory of God,” the future ministry and impact on the lives of thousands of people began. - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Bear Brand Hosiery to hold reunion Saturday

A reunion of Bear Brand Hosiery will be held July 26 beginning at 6 p.m. at Siloam Springs Sale Barn Cafe on Highway 412 E. The meal will cost $10 per plate — including tip. For more information, call 524-3567. - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Turner, Lowery say ‘I do’

Donnie Turner and Catrina Lowery were married in a double-ring ceremony at 7 p.m., July 18, 2008, in the gazebo at Siloam Springs City Park. Standing up with the bride were her children, Christian, Corey and Corea Lowery. Randy Moll officiated at the outdoor ceremony. - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Thomason, Crile exchange vows July 24

Megan Thomason and Walter Crile were married July 24, 2008, in Benton County, Ark. The bride is the daughter of Lonnie and Brenda Thomason of Westville, Okla., and is a crew trainer at McDonald’s in Siloam Springs, Ark. The groom is the son of David and Sarah Crile on Siloam Springs, and is employed at Wal-Mart. - Wednesday, July 23, 2008