A path forward for American science, technology

The United States has long been the world leader in science and technology. That’s no accident — it’s the result of sustained investment in our research enterprise. But we’ve let our commitment slip and we’ve lost focus on the importance of scientific and technological leadership. It’s time we redouble our efforts and reinvest in American science and technology.

Here's a look at Friday's headlines

- City council filing period to open soon

- Clinton educators attend conference at Frisco Center

- Weatherford woman loses life in wreck

- Carr adds composure to elite ability

- Local news, pics and more.

Clinton educators attend conference at Frisco Center

Teachers from the Clinton Public School District attended a conference Wednesday and Thursday to aid the success of future students. Although attendance was not mandatory, roughly 130 dedicated individuals came to help create a brighter future.

Clinton’s City Council has two member seats up for re-election this year. Seats for Ward 1 and Ward 3 are available to file for anyone living within those wards. Filing opens at the Custer County Election Board July 12 and closes on July 14.

Waterpark fun

Aaliyah Anima, of Minnesota, squirts water at fellow friends and family swimming in the lazy river inside the Clinton Water-Zoo.

Team jump roping

Acme Summer Program kids, from left, Hudson Littke, Jocelyn Villanueva and Rustyn Evans jump rope together at Acme Brick Park. CDN

A 29 year-old Weatherford woman died Wednesday in a single-vehicle accident southwest of Lambert, Okla. Lambert is located in Alfalfa County, approximately 30 miles southeast of Alva.

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