Holdenville, Oklahoma - Robert Jeremiah Elliott, 23, was apprehended by authorities in connection with a stolen vehicle case after a joint effort by law enforcement agencies in Hughes County. The incident culminated in the recovery of the stolen vehicle and the return of personal belongings to the owner.

It was 83 years ago this month that our National Guard Armory was opened. Many of us have served in the Thunderbird Division and a lot of great patriots have come out of that division.

How fast is fast How fast is fast? If you were a college coach and you were evaluating potential players how would you know just exactly how fast a prospect was running. Films can be deceiving! Everyone else in the film night be slow…Like the old saying, “If you want to look like you’re skinny, take a picture with fat people.” Or, if you want to look tall take a picture with short people! So, how do you compare an athlete from a small school in one state and a large school in another? The logical answer would be to put the athletes on the track and get a legitimate time in a known distance! In football that distance is 40 yards.

Daniel Wayde Barrett—speeding 1-10 mph over limit Jeremy Mason Bowline—speeding 1-10 mph over limit Michael Shane Fry—failure to carry security verification; reckless driving-1st offense; failure to wear seat belt Debra Shania Green—speeding 1-10 m ph over limit Chadd Lawson— failure to wear seat belt Trevor D. Livengood—failure to wear seat belt Michael W. Madron—failure to wear seat belt; failure to comply with compulsory insurance law Kathryn J. McDonald— speeding 1-10 mph over limit Deangelo Lavonte Patton— speeding 21-25 mph over limit Jose David Rodriguez— speeding 16-20 mph over limit; operating motor vehicle without valid drivers license Jacqueline M. Williams—operating motor vehicle at a speed greater than reasonable and proper

MISDEMEANORS Laura Costa—petit larceny Jennifer Sue Wageman—public intoxication Steven Ray Woods—driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol MARRIAGE Tony Lynn Scott, Okmulgee and Glenda Jo Sams, Wetumka DIVORCE Steven D. Cellars vs.

DeEtta Wardlow passed away at her home in Holdenville on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at the age of 80 years. DeEtta was the daughter of John William Grizzle and Mary Etta (Saunders) Grizzle, born on October 5, 1942, in Holdenville, Oklahoma, where she was brought up and attended schools.

Holdenville is currently facing a critical decision that could reshape its local governance. The city administration is considering privatizing its sanitation department and trash services due to ongoing challenges in maintaining and operating its equipment.

HOLDENVILLE POLICE PURSUE ARREST IN DISTURBING CASE Holdenville, Oklahoma - Local authorities have moved forward with the arrest of Jeffrey Paul Crowell following a thorough investigation into allegations of sexual assault and harassment made by a young woman referred to as “the victim” throughout this story. The case, which dates back to January 2021, unfolded after the victim’s forensic interview and medical examination were conducted on May 29, 2023.

Wolverines will be good! But how good? The OSSAA designated time for Dead Week will end Sunday, July 9 which means Summer Pride work-outs can resume on July 10. Fall softball and cross country practice can officially begin July 15.

Dora Bell Addington passed away Saturday, July 1st, 2023 at Heritage Village Nursing Center in Holdenville, Oklahoma at the age 97. Dora was born September 12, 1925 in Lamar, Oklahoma to Coffee James Camp and Tennessee (Tinnie) Wilma (Barnes) Camp.