SEPTEMBER 19TH 1796: George Washington’s Farewell Address is printed throughout the US. The address was written by Washington toward the end of his second term as President. Directed to his ‘friends and fellow-citizens,’ it argued for democratic republicanism and called for national unity. Washington asked the people to forgive any mistakes he may have made during his tenure, and closed by saying he was excited to become a private citizen after decades of public service.

Imagine a world in which YouTube, Twitter and Facebook merged to become ”YouTwitFace.” The Powerball Jackpot tonight is one tank of gas, six rolls of toilet paper and a sheet of ½-inch plywood. “He who drinks a fifth on the Fourth, may not be able to go forth on the fifth.” Self-checkout lines should include an employee discount.

By Tom Turner, Sports Editor The Holdenville Wolverines have won their first three games! They’re 3-0 on the season and if you count last year’s win over Crooked Oak they have a 4 game winning streak!

HOLDENVILLE, Okla. - A correctional officer at a private prison was fatally attacked from behind by an inmate last month.

Tri-County Minister’s Alliance would like to congratulate our second scholarship recipient Kadee Bridger. Kadee along with her mother Shawna is receiving her scholarship check from the Alliance’s President Overseer John Berry. Kadee is a 2022 graduate of Moss High School. Congratulations Kadee!!!

By Ben Johnson, Washington Stand In a speech brimming with dehumanizing and erroneous statements, President Joe Biden hit upon a truth: “I believe we were in a battle for the soul of this nation.” His insight is true, if unoriginal. Unfortunately, Biden’s fighting on the wrong side.

With fall quickly approaching, many area residents are already starting to take advantage of the cooler weather to start pruning back the summer growth. Others may have dead limbs and branches from the summer storms that need to be cleaned up. Street Commissioner Jim Thetford reminds Holdenville residents that the City of Holdenville will be providing the traditional Fall curbside pickup of brush and limbs during the month of October so they can begin planning their yard work strategy.

FELONY Darren R. Padron OSW—murder in the first degree-deliberate intent MISDEMEANOR Sarah Agosto OSW— embezzlement MARRIAGES Billy Joe Brown Jr.

Kay Grove, Patsy Grove, and Kathy Grove Jack and Beverly Chapman with Patsy Grove Orvetta Jones gets a hug from the guest of honor, Patsy Grove. Many friends and family gathered for a surprise birthday party for Patsy Gaddy Grove.

Patsy’s Pastor and several fellow church members surprised Patsy by attending her birthday party. Pictured above are Helen Lindsey, JoDawna Smith, Patsy Grove, Pastor Kris Mayberry, Misty Smith, and Shirley Harkey.