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OKLAHOMA AFRICAN AMERICAN EDUCATORS HALL OF FAME, INC.Dr. Donnie L. Nero Sr., president of The Oklahoma African American Educators Hall of Fame, Inc., announces that the Nominating Committee is accepting nominations for the 2026 Fifteenth Induction Class.

A Trailblazing Cowgirl Honored for Excellence and LeadershipGina Barrett-Adkism, daughter of the late Susie Golden Allen of Clearview, has left an indelible mark on the Oklahoma Black rodeo community.

Holdenville woman, April Pryor was killed Wednesday night in a two-vehicle collision at a rural Hughes County intersection, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.The crash occurred at approximately 9:25 p.m. Feb. 11 at the intersection of U.S. Highway 75 and East 1480 Road in Hughes County.

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The Wetumka Chieftains paused regular- season action recently to recognize the senior players and managers who have represented the program with dedication, growth, and pride during Senior Night 2025.

A small business based in Hughes County is taking its fight to court this week, challenging an Oklahoma law it says unconstitutionally restricts who can sell caskets in the state.

Our condolences are extended to Zackery family on the death of Wilbert Zackery, a longtime resident of Clearview and Weleetka. Please keep this family in your prayers.