Abraham Lincoln, Mark Twain, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Henry Ford, and my favorite college professor Ed Burrows all had one thing in common. Each attended a one-room schoolhouse.

This competitive grant brings $65,000 to the school, with $40,000 designated for technology upgrades and $25,000 for professional development through the K20 Center at the University of Oklahoma. As part of the grant, Reed Elementary teachers will have monthly professional development visits with K20 representatives.

James Lon ‘Jim’ Morrison passed away at his home in Gerty, Oklahoma on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the age of 76 years. Jim is the son of Ernest Eugene Morrison & Lena (De-Whitt) Morrison, born on October 15, 1948, in Ponca City, Oklahoma.

“On a hot day in Virginia, I know of nothing more comforting than a fine spiced pickle, brought up trout-like from the sparkling depths of the aromatic jar below the stairs of Aunt Sally’s cellar.”

Wolverine Sports Seasons Start Monday Holdenville High School will open the 2025-2026 sports season this week when the Wolverine Softball team hosts Morris. Monday is also the day the Wolverine football team will begin pre-season practices for the 2025 gridiron season.

Illinois Hockey Hall of Famer Mike Schmitt recently held a book signing at Grace M. Pickens Library here in Holdenville. Mike and his wife Anita live in Lamar and are a treasured part of the Hughes County family.

At the most recent Holdenville City Council meeting, city officials discussed a potential project that could see every Holdenville resident receive a new automated water meter—provided the funding comes through.

Jimmie Edward Jett passed away Wednesday, July 30th, 2025, at Elmwood Manor in Wewoka, Oklahoma at the age of 77. Jimmie was born June 22, 1948, in Holdenville, Oklahoma to Edward Jimmie Jett and Ruby Jewell (Sherrin) Jett.

Gabe Virgil George passed away in Dallas, Texas on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the age of 73 years. Gabe is the son of John Paul ‘Mose’ George & Pauline Joan (Patty) George, born on August 16, 1951, in Holdenville, Oklahoma.

My son came home from school one day With a smile upon his face. He decided he was smart enough To put me in my place Guess what I learned in Civics II That’s taught my Mr.