A Grateful Farewell: Reflections on a Journey of Storytelling and Community
As I sit down to write these words, a wave of gratitude washes over me.
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HUGHES COUNTY COURT RECORDS
FeloniesKevin Robert Lopez – Waiver of extradition MisdemeanorsBryce Ryan Wardlow – Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, carrying a firearm while under the influence Julie Breanna Black- burn – Resisting an of -ficerCivilSusan Bomer – Bail bondsman license Dwight Bomer –...
INSIDE HOLDENVILLE’S PRISON BLOODSHED THAT HAS OKLAHOMA ON EDGE
A newly released timeline from The Oklahoman is shining a harsh spotlight on a string of stabbings and homicides at the prison near Holdenville, a facility critics say has long been plagued by safety and staffing failures.
At War with Weeds
"Weeds are nature's graffiti"Now that spring is here, homeowners everywhere are again called to the front lines in the never-ending war on weeds.
Beloved Missionary, Pastor Called Home
Rev. Dr. Jimmy (James) Anderson was born August 14,1932 and passed away March 2, 2026. Jimmy was born in Kansas City, Missouri to father Norman Anderson and Mother Mattie Stidham (Anderson).Rev. Dr. Jimmy Anderson has preached and served the Lord for over 60 years.
Wes Watkins Technology Center Delivers More for Less
Sometimes numbers speak louder than words. And when it comes to education in Oklahoma, the numbers make a pretty strong case for CareerTech.In fiscal 2024, Oklahoma CareerTech students earned 34,771 industry certifications. The average debt carried by a CareerTech student was just $30.85.
Publisher’s Pen: Remembering Max Darks
The Darks family of Wetumka were good friends of mine. Max and I had a lot of good visits over the years.He and I enjoyed learning about the history of Hughes County. Recently I ran across the following news item in an old Kiwanis newsletter from 1959.
The Right’s Brand Is ‘America First.’ The Left’s Brand Is Getting Mad About That
In the most made-for-TV of many made-for-TV moments in Tuesday night’s State of the Union address, President Donald Trump urged every member of Congress to “stand up and show your support" for the statement: "The first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens, not illegal...
