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The Woody Williamson Memorial Concert held recently was a great success! The Williamsons and their specials guests, The Erwins provided some great gospel music from the good old days to brand new gospel recordings.

Plains Indians named the African American cavalry stationed on the Great Plains after the Civil War the “Buffalo Soldiers,” which eventually referred to both the black cavalry and infantry in the West. Following the Civil War, in 1866 Congress authorized six regiments of the regular U.S.

Three simple words in the title of this week’s article conjure up a wide array of thoughts, depending on the context. To the man who is always seeking something better, never satisfied with where he might be in life, he assumes that the grass is always greener on “the other side”.

The Town of Clearview Trustees met this week. Plans were discussed for future annexation, reorganization of the Oklahoma Black Town Mayors Conference, Old School Gym structural problems, Founder’s Day, street and road improvements, and grant possibilities.

Jimmie Richard of Oklahoma City is retired and is now twisting copper wire into trees. When he was a child, he would twist wire to make his toys. Now, he harvests copper wire from discarded electronic equipment to create trees into various shapes and sizes with or without decorations.

Abby Mouser and Michaela Boolin Not sure who this foam monster is. Abby Mouser and Layla Oliver Ann Lincoln is shown with her giant foam producing machine.

FELONY Shelbie Nacole Turner—unauthorized use of a vehicle MISDEMEANORS Laura Costa—domestic assault and battery in presence of minor CIVIL Midland Credit Management vs. Carole Smith—indebtedness SMALL CLAIMS Virginia Jaggars vs. Alisha R. Goodin—small claim under $1500

FAIRVIEW C.D. 2 The Senior class and their guests were entertained in the home of Mrs. J.A. wood Thursday evening. The evening was spent playing numerous games. Refreshments were served to about 30 guests.

Former Wetumka resident Connie Jo “Tinkler” Johnston and her husband Richard both died in a car accident on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 on I-40 east of Okemah. Connie was the daughter of the late W.C. and JoEtta Tinkler.