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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.

In celebration of Black History Month, Tulsa Rudisill is hosting Black Historians and Storytellers of Oklahoma in a special exhibit at their site throughout February.

A s Clearview honors Black History Month, we spotlight Sumner High School, a remarkable institution that shaped the lives of generations in Parkersburg, West Virginia.

Reflecting on the Legacy and Achievements of African Americans February marks the nationwide observance of Black History Month in the United States and Canada, a period dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the profound achievements and enduring legacy of African Americans.

WETUMKA STUNS WELEETKA, 18-0, FOR FOURTH WIN Scoring in the first, third and fourth quarters saw the Wetumka Chieftains drub Weleetka, 18-0, here Friday night for Wetumka’s fourth consecutive victory.

Editors Note . .. While doing some research this past week I ran across a souple of Wetumka football stories from 1956 that I wanted to share with our readers.

Today, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) released the following statement recognizing the one-year anniversary of President Trump’s second term in office.“Economic Year in Review:- Inflation rate is DOWN 70% from Joe Biden’s peak.- Trump signed largest tax cut in U.S. history.