March 28, 2023
Press Release
Congressman Frank Lucas (OK-03) today announced an addition to his District Office staff following the hiring of Wesley Javorsky as a Field Representative. Wesley, a native of Corn, Oklahoma, graduated from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 2019 and has spent the previous seven years working in banking and insurance in Weatherford, Oklahoma. Wesley will serve Woods, Alfalfa, Woodward, Major, Garfield, Dewey, Kingfisher, Logan, Roger Mills, Custer, Canadian, Beckham, Washita, Caddo, and Kiowa Counties. He will represent Representative Frank Lucas at meetings and events throughout the District while also conducting staff outreach on behalf of the office.
“I’m glad to have Wesley join Team Lucas,” said Congressman Lucas. “Growing up in Corn and having knowledge of the issues most important to Oklahoma’s small businesses, Wesley will be a tremendous addition to my staff and for those who call Oklahoma’s Third District home. I look forward to working with Wesley and I’m confident that he will continue the tradition of hard work for the people of Oklahoma’s Third District.”
Wesley is the proud son of Kenton and April Javorsky of Corn, Oklahoma. Kenton Javorsky currently serves as Chairman of the Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Board of Directors. April Javorsky currently serves as the Admissions Director for Corn Bible Academy.
“All of my forefathers have farmed in Oklahoma dating back to statehood, so I am very honored to work for Congressman Lucas, one of the strongest and most conservative supporters of American agriculture in D.C.,” said Wesley on his hiring.
Congressman Lucas’ District Office provides several services to constituents, including assistance with federal casework and information regarding federal grants. For any type of assistance, visit lucas.house.gov.
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