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Wheels, nails and pinewood on a downhill run Nov. 10

 The Sixth Annual Pinewood Derby is set for Sunday, November 10 at the Grady County Fairgrounds. Weigh-in begins at 1:30, racing at 2:30. The event is open to the public and has several different age group divisions. Those wishing to participate can get a kit ... More »

Register now for USAO Homecoming

The University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma is excited to unveil an expanded lineup of events for Homecoming 2024, “The Golden Era,” set for Oct. 28–Nov. 3. This year’s schedule features a variety of new activities alongside traditional favorites, offering mo... More »

Feds close Lindsay bank

LINDSAY — The First National Bank of Lindsay was closed by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Friday with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) appointed as receiver. It’s the first bank failure in Oklahoma in ten years.News reports indic... More »

Neewollah returns to downtown Chickasha

Get ready for a thrilling day of family fun and festive activities as Chickasha’s much-anticipated Neewollah returns on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM! Neewollah, the ultimate fall festival, transforms the East End of Chickasha Avenue into... More »

Election ballot filled with more than Trump, Harris

By Conrad Easterday, CTCN Editor Oklahomans know who will be at the top of the ballot come Nov. 5 — even if they don’t care whether Kamala Harris or Donald Trump triumphs in their divisive campaign.The ballot, however, doesn’t end at the presidential race. The... More »

Achievement Banquet honors Grady County 4-H’ers

CHICKASHA — More than 250 awards were earned by local 4-H’ers at the annual Grady County 4-H Achievement Banquet Monday, Sept. 30, at the Grady County Fairgrounds. Below are some of the highlights of the evening.The Fair Exhibitor Achievement Award recognizes ... More »

Health insurance open enrollment begins Nov. 1 in Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Health Insurance Marketplace in Oklahoma is set to open for the 2025 coverage year on Nov. 1, 2024. Individuals and families can enroll in, re-enroll in or make changes to their individual health insurance plans starting at that time.Key Da... More »

AG asks Supreme Court to review Title X referral outreach case

OKLAHOMA CITY — Attorney General Gentner Drummond on Tuesday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review an appellate court’s decision upholding the Biden Administration’s suspension of a family planning grant that Oklahoma has received for more than 40 years.After... More »

Bull riders eyeing Prairie Circuit title

By Ted Harbin DUNCAN, Okla. – When it comes to a gladiator-like event in rodeo, nothing gets closer than bull riding.Cowboys weighing close to 150 pounds will test their mettle on bulls 10 times or more than their body size. It’s a game of man vs. beast, athle... More »

JUDICIAL REFORM!

By Steve Fair Oklahoma has the distinction of having the political scandal resulting in more indictments of elected officials in American history. In 1980, 220 county commissioners and suppliers were convicted for their involvement in a scheme of kickbacks pai... More »

Rep. Boles updates status of local ODOT projects

By Rep. Brad Boles Each fall, I like to provide an update on the latest Oklahoma Dept. of Transportation (ODOT) projects underway or upcoming for House District 51.Beginning in 2004, the Legislature prioritized significant funding support after Oklahoma was ra... More »

Stuever to burn weekend oil at Grady County Fairgrounds

By Conrad Easterday, CTCN Editor Duncan resident Mike Stuever has preserved more than 2,000 examples of the craftsmanship and artistry that have turned Aladdin Mantle Lamp Co. products into sought-after collectibles. Only 90 or so lamps will be on display at t... More »

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