HOLDENVILLE — Medical marijuana-related tax collections saw a notable decline in March compared to February across Holdenville, Wetumka and Hughes County, according to newly released state figures. In Holdenville, total combined marijuana and associated sales tax collections dropped from $33,336.75 in February to $11,489.37 in March, a decrease of more than $21,800.

The Holdenville High School Softball Team opened the week with a 10-9 win over 15th a ranked Wetumka Team. The Wolverines picked up their second win of the week in a contest with Okemah in the 66 Conference Tournament with a solid run rule defeat over Okemah.

HOLDENVILLE, Okla. — The Holdenville Public Library will soon see major improvements aimed at increasing accessibility for all visitors, thanks to a $20,000 grant from the American Li-brary Association.

“Drones can be useful tools, and I am all about useful tools. One of my mottos is ‘the right tool for the right job.’” Martha Stewart On Nov.

On nearly every important measure of academic success, Oklahoma now sits at the bottom. That hasn’t always been the case.

HOLDENVILLE — A recent explosion near North Pine Street and West 10th Avenue has prompted renewed concerns about illegal squatting and public safety within the city, according to information released by Holdenville City Inspector Ron Wiseman.

HOLDENVILLE — A creek flowing through Stroup Park in Holdenville has officially been renamed “Veterans Creek,” honoring the service and sacrifice of military veterans in the community. The effort to rename the creek was led by Doyle Tampleton, a Vietnam veteran and recipient of two Pur-ple Hearts.