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Although water service has been returned to most area homes, some still remain without water. Pressure continues to be very low and the city continues to work on the problem.
Read moreFriday, March 12th, is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the April 6th Board of Education General, Statutory Municipal General and Special Election, Hughes County Election Board Secretary Brandy Davis said today.
Read moreReed Elementary School in Holdenville is now taking enrollment for Pre-K and new students Kindergarten through third grade for the 2021-2022 school year. Children must be four years of age on or before September 1, 2021 to enroll in Pre-K and you must bring shot records, birth certificates, social security cards, proof of residency and tribal card (if applicable). Reed Elementary is located at 615 S. Broadway and you may call 405-379-6618 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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Ardell Evella Drake Withers was born in Clearview, Oklahoma July 22, 1916 to Sam and Mendie Edwards Drake. Ardell was the third of ten siblings: Lillian, Luvenia, Irene, Selma, Etta, Alma, Everett, W. G., and Willie B. Being raised in the home as the elder child, Ardell developed strong leadership qualities early in life. Upon the death of her mother and due to her deep devotion to her family, she assumed the role of matriarch.
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Accepting 2021 Tenth Induction Ceremony Inductee Nominations
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The Oklahoma African American Educators Hall of Fame, Inc. is offering a scholarship generously donated by Mr. and Mrs. William “Bill” Ford of Shawnee, Oklahoma. Mr. Ford played football under coach Watson at Shawnee High School. Coach Watson had major impact on the life and success of Mr. Ford and in return this scholarship has been established to continue the legacy of making a difference in the lives of young athletes as Coach Watson did for so many. This scholarship is open to male and female athletes who attend and graduate from an Oklahoma Public school that will attend college fulltime at an Oklahoma accredited institution. Preference will be given to African American students. The amount to be awarded will be contingent upon monies available each year and may vary. The selection process will be concluded by April 1 st of each year and the recipients will be notified in writing. Recipients will be asked to attend the Oklahoma African American Educators Hall of Fame banquet in September.
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Biden Omits Mention of Dr. Seuss from ‘Read Across America Day’ Amid Concerns of Racist Undertones
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