JUNE 15 TH 1667: The first human blood transfusion is performed. Jean-Baptiste Denys, a French physician, transfused sheep’s blood into a 15-year-old boy who had been bled with leeches.

All Oklahomans drive on the same roads and can access the same public-school system. But thanks to the U.S. Supreme Court’s McGirt ruling, some Oklahomans may no longer pay to fund those systems, creating increased financial burdens for everyone else.

1864: Arlington National Cemetery is established. The cemetery was created on land around Arlington Mansion, which had formerly belonged to Confederate general Robert E. Lee that was confiscated during the Civil War. Originally built for Civil war dead, it became the final resting place of many of the soldiers who fought in America’s wars.

ETHEL REED ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL DANIELLE PATTERSON WAS GIVEN A SURPRISE PARTY BY STUDENTS AND STAFF. SHE IS AN EXCEPTIONAL PRINCIPLE AND LOVED BY HER STUDENTS.

After more than 6 months of being closed for repair, the Holdenville Airport runway was opened on Wednesday, May 25, to allow contractors to fly in who will be working on the next project, repairing the taxiways. The major repairs on the runway are complete and taxiways will be completed very soon. The new runway lights will also be installed in the near future. Once these projects are complete the terminal repairs will begin.

Hello, my name is Zac Greenlee, and I am running for Hughes County District #1 Commissioner. I am a lifetime resident of Hughes County, born in Holdenville, attended Holdenville Public Schools and graduated from Moss High School.

The Atwood Nazarene Church will be having Vacation Bible School June 13-17 from 9-11:30.. Our theme this year is Monumental-Celebrating God’s Greatness. We will be having Bible stories and songs, crafts, and outdoor games. We invite you to bring your children. If you have any questions or need a ride, call 405-221-0972.

The Atwood School Reunion will be held Saturday, July 2 , from noon until 6:00 pm in the Lowell Wilkerson Community Building (next to the First Baptist Church) in Atwood. Their potluck dinner has been set for 4:30 pm, followed by a brief business meeting. All former students, teachers and residents are invited. Bring your favorite dish and enjoy the afternoon.

This year’s Gerty reunion will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at the community center. Doors open at 10 a.m.

FELONIES Rebecca Golden— bringing contraband (weapons) into penal institution Joshua Grizzle OSW—throw or drop object on motor vehicle MISDEMEANORS Jay L. Lewis OS— driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs Sidney Shey Shockley OSW— contempt of courtrestitution MARRIAGE Darren Michael Branum and Sascha Dawnyle Flanagan, both of Dustin CIVIL Seminole HMA, LLC DBA vs.