At a recent Holdenville City Council meeting, Kelly Smith, representing the Holdenville Animal Lovers Organization (HALO), took the floor to provide an insightful update on the city’s animal shelter. Smith addressed both the council members and the public in attendance, shedding light on the current state of affairs and outlining plans for future improvements.

Holdenville’s Public Works meeting was full with updates and plans aimed at enhancing the city’s water infrastructure and ensuring efficient management of its precious resources. Parkhill Senior Project Manager Bryan Mitchell took center stage, delivering a comprehensive overview of ongoing projects and future endeavors.

Long ago and far away, In a land that time forgot, Before the day of Dylan Or the dawn of Camelot There lived a race of innocents And they were you and me. Ike was in the White House In that land where we were born Where navels were for oranges And Peyton Place was porn.

HOLDENVILLE STUDENTS GRADUATE.

Edna Frances Carter (September 11, 1930-May 9, 2024) was born just north of Prague Oklahoma to Kurt J. and Frances Brauer. Edna attended a small elementary school in the country before graduating from Prague High School in 1947.

Nate is the son of Dawnyal Hill and Jeff Hill, and his grandparents are the late Dan Graham, Gwen Graham, and Brenda Holmes. He has two siblings, Will and Lillian. During the 3 years he attended Holdenville schools, Nate was active in E-Sports, Quiz Bowl, and Jazz Band. After graduation, he plans to go to college. Nate will always remember the friends he made while he was a Wolverine. FAVORITE SONG: Floods by Pantera

Kaylani is the daughter of Kysa Douglas-Wilson, and the granddaughter of the late Debby Douglas and the late Fredrick Kelsey. She attended Holdenville her entire life, spending 3 years as a member of NHS and Art Club President and 2 years involved in Key Club. Kaylani also attended 2 Scholastic Meets. Once she graduates, Kaylani plans to attend ECU for her studies and pursue a bachelor’s degree in pre-med. Her favorite memories as a Wolverine were bugging her favorite teachers. FAVORITE SONG: If Self-Destruction Was an Olympic Event, I’d Be Tonya Harding by $uicideboy$

Destiny is the daughter of leisha Blackshire, and her grandparents are Deborah & Ronnie Blackshire. She is the sister of Eddie, Tayjuan, and Makayla. It would be shorter to list the activities Destiny was not involved in during her 1 3 years as a Wolverine. She ran Track for 4 years, qualifying for State in the 800m in 2021 and the 4x100m relay in 2023, played Basketball for 2 years, and ran Cross Country for 1 year —a time she has labeled as “the worst”. In addition to her sports achievements, Destiny was involved with Student Council for 3 years, elected Secretary in 2023 and President in 2024. She served as Class Secretary from 2022-2024 and was active in her roles as Secretary (2023) and President (2024) for the 3 years she was involved with Key Club. Destiny also spent 2 years in DECA. After graduation, she will attend ECU and run Track while majoring in Early Childhood Education. Destiny will remember attending all the sporting events most during her time as a Wolverine, because win or lose they always had fun cheering on their players. FAVORITE SONG: Mess by Noah Kahan

Stephan is the son of Sabrina Leon, Cathy Leonard, and Bertin Leon, and his grandmother is Cathy Leonard. He has two brothers, Bertin and Kyle. Stephan is a member of the 1 3 Year Club, and he was active in DECA for 1 year. After he graduates, he plans to get money and drive fast cars. Of all his memories as a Wolverine, Staphan thinks the best were the chill days with no work. FAVORITE SONG: Exodus by Bob Marley

Oscar is the son of lila & Edgar Loya. He has 1 0 siblings: Daniel, Bianca, Nayeli, Dariane, Nuvia, Lexii, Xavi, Gabrielle, and Natalia. Oscar attended Holdenville schools for 3 years, and once he graduates, he will be attending Wes Watkins for a year before getting on with his MMA career. He will remember the teachers the most about his time as a Wolverine. FAVORITE SONG: Sometimes by Juice WRLD