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Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate the birth of a nation. Fireworks blaze across the sky, flags ripple in the breeze, and stirring speeches proclaim that we are a free people. The word freedom rings out from every parade and pulpit. But have we paused to consider what we mean when we use that word?

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HOLDENVILLE — An early morning burglary last month led to a foot pursuit, the recovery of multiple stolen firearms, and the identification of a suspect through security footage, according to a probable cause affidavit filed at the Hughes County Courthouse.

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.

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.

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.