Security State Bank Building Update
NEW BUILDING UPDATE - The Holdenville Chamber of Commerce received an informative progress report on the new Security State Bank building under construction at the corner of Hinckley and Oliphant.
Post 32 Finds New Home
Holdenville American Legion Post 32 Adjutant Jeff Hinze shared the news about a new location the local veteran’s organization is moving to with the Holdenville Chamber of Commerce during their luncheon meeting on Thursday, March 18.
Wolverine Sports by Tom Turner
Eagle Scout Upgrades Cross Country Course Brandynn Coleman is on his way to becoming an Eagle Scout! The Holdenville High School senior has completed his Eagle Scout project and is in the final stages of achieving the highest rank in scouting.
Voters Should Apply Early for Absentee Ballots
Voters in Hughes County who want to have absentee ballots mailed to them for the April 6, 2021 Board of Education and Statutory Municipal General Election should apply now, County Election Board Secretary Brandy Davis said today.
Tyler Orr Brings Home Bronze in State Weightlifting Championship
Wolverine Softball Team Wins Big The Holdenville Wolverine softball team opened the 2021 season with an impressive 15-1 win over Stonewall. Four Wolverine batters sent the ball over the fence for home runs.
Brenda Sue Gooden
Brenda Sue Gooden entered her eternal home on March 3, 2021 at the age of 69 years 6 months 7 days. A private family memorial will be held at a later date, entrusted to the care of Wadley’s Funeral Service, Purcell.
Carolyn Ruth Loyless
Carolyn Ruth Loyless passed peacefully from this life on Friday, February 26, 2021, at the age of 75. Carolyn was a native of Calvin, born to Bill and Ruth Boyce on August 19, 1945.
The Publisher’s Pen
It is so good to see Joyce Brinlee up and around. For three months she has been very sick and was in the hospital for several weeks.
OK Children, Let’s Chant to the Aztec Gods
(Editor’s note: Graphic details follow about the reality of human sacrifice by the Aztecs to their gods. The Aztecs “... sacrificed daily in the belief that the sun would not rise otherwise,” according to Lisa Lucero, a researcher and archaeologist.
Serving each other in the family
“How may I serve you?” The young girl working in the fast food restaurant asked me that question the other day: She didn›t ask «What would you like to eat?» or say «I›m ready to take your order.» She said she wanted to serve me. At least that’s what she said-- and it proved to be true.
