Body Haylie Turner was one of the top finishers in the Elementary Division of the Wolverine Invitational Cross-Country Meet. It’s too early to determine if Haylie will be the same caliber runner as her dad but the youngster is showing some promise.

Body Coach Sara Morgan’s Wolverine softball team has also been sidelined by the CoVid virus. The Wolverines had to not only miss a week of practice but they also had postpone an important district game with Hugo. However everything is on go this week.

Body The CoVid virus has caused the Wolverines to miss a week of practice and caused both of Holdenville’s scrimmages to be cancelled. Wewoka, on the other hand, has a typical season thus far. The Tigers have been able to hold regular practices and has had two scrimmages.

Body The Holdenville High School football squad will open the 2020 football season Friday night when they face off with their perennial rival the Wewoka Tigers.

Body The Holdenville Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture presented their annual community awards during their monthly general meeting on Thursday, August 20. These awards are normally presented during the Chamber Banquet.

Body Eileene Varley Stirman of Holdenville, Oklahoma was born on August 17, 1920. She is currently of the Heritage Village and N.H. in Holdenville. Her Birthday Celebration was made special by Staff but was quiet without company due to the Covid-19 Virus Pandemic of 2020.

Body A two-vehicle collision in Holdenville claimed the life of brothers Jaden Thomas Yarbrough, 21, Holdenville, and Lawrence Brice Yarbrough, 22, Shawnee, Saturday afternoon.

Body Child Find is a federally established, comprehensive system designed to ensure that each child is educated toward his or her maximum potential.

Body SECURITY STATE BANK & EMPLOYEES donated a combined total of $350 to HALO. This donation will help move two donated dog kennels/ storage buildings to the animal shelter! We cannot thank the Security State Bank enough for all they do for the Holdenville Animal Lovers Organization!

Body World War II Stories Holdenville and Hughes County has always been known for their patriotism. There are few if any World War II veterans left in our county.