The family of a young boy who was badly burned in an explosion at the Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum last weekend is suing the foundation that operates the museum for $10 million. Four-year-old Ryker Corona suffered second degree burns on his face, chest and arms during a visit to the museum on Saturday, June 21.

Loretta Jewel Brittain passed away in Alma, Arkansas on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the age of 87 years. Loretta is the daughter of W.

Wanda Faye (Myers) Chancellor, age 91, passed away peacefully in her son’s home in Horntown, Oklahoma, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, surrounded by many loving family members. She was born December 17, 1933, in Holdenville, Oklahoma to James and Lula Faye (Roberts) Myers.

HOLDENVILLE — A suspicious vehicle parked on a vacant lot in Holdenville on the morning of June 9 led police to arrest a man on multiple felony charges, including possession of a stolen vehicle and drug paraphernalia, according to a probable cause affidavit filed at the Hughes County Courthouse.

In an end of the season awards dinner, Parker Robinson, Holdenville, was named Player of the Year in “A League of Their Own.” League organizers say she “showed all the core values you hope to see in any individual in any circumstance, on and off the field. She played to the best of her ability, while showing superior sportsmanship and a great attitude, inspiring her “buddies” each and every game.” Also pictured is Arpoika Daniels.

FORMER WOLVERINE MAKES ROSE STATE SEASON A LEGEND Former Holdenville High School athlete, Belle McFarland, was an All-Star Shortstop when she played for the Wolverines. Mc-Farland has taken her hard nose gritty style of play to the next level.

JUNE MARKS THE 7STH ANNIversary of the start of the Korean War — a conflict that claimed millions of lives, shaped the modern global order, and yet is too often relegated to the margins of our collective memory.

BEGINS 75 YEARS AGO.

Holdenville — Nestled in the heart of downtown Holdenville, the Hughes County Historical Society Museum is more than a building with glass displays—it’s a living tribute to the people, struggles, and triumphs that built this community. But now, its future hangs in the balance.

THE ANNUAL ATWOOD SCHOOL REUNION HAS BEEN SET FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 28TH. Doors will open at 10:00 a.m.