FRIDAY DAY SHIFT Responded to a report of a reckless driver on S. U.S. Highway 183.

Western Plains Library System is helping parents of younger children prepare their kids for school with the newest reading challenge of reading “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” for kids 5 years old or younger, with a free guidebook to help parents and kids.

Job well done

Arapaho-Butler Fifth Grade Academic Team, front left, Jack Keeton, Whitley Wall, Carter Richardson, Everett Dorman, Caselyn Miller, Tour nament MVP James Meacham; back, Coach Dana Dupree, Stetson Sawatz ky, Jancen Baker, and Keller Oakes stand together after going undefeated and placing first at

From left, Jaxon Ruiz, Jalan Ruiz, Toni Ruiz, Justin Ruiz, Tammie Goodblanket, Jason Goodblanket, Kendrick Fletcher, Pastor Gerald Panana, Eugene Beachhead, and Chris Tallbull stand together as the Clinton Indian Baptist Church accepts a donation from Che

Lucky Star Casino, in partnership with the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, announced the successful distribution of $100,000 raised through its December “Neighbors in Need” promotion – an initiative created to support local organizations and families across western Oklahoma during the holiday season.

Grayson Ardies

Grayson Ardies began serving as the executive director of the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics in November 2020, and in July of 2025 also became the chief executive officer of the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority.

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Wearing his favorite hat, Gary Albert stands next to a small portion of his collection. CDN | Shiann Dawson

On evenings and weekends, Gary Albert can be found filling free time with a rather unique hobby – he collects, cleans, finishes, and sells hats.

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