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When I travelled to Austin, Texas to delve into my maternal family’s history for an article, I realized that I’d accidentally left out a wonderful photograph of Laura Tannehill, who stands out in her striped shirt. Laura Tannehill O’Neill isn’t just a distant relative—her great-greatgrandmother, who is the half-sister of my own grandmother, tying us together in this rich tapestry of family. Looking at the picture, you’ll see Laura’s siblings lined up from left to right; they’re not only her family, but also my cousins, connecting our stories in unexpected and meaningful ways.
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In May 2025, the Town of Clearview received a grant through The Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Grant Program as a onetime competitive funding opportunity supported by a legislative appropriation. It is administered by the Oklahoma Historical Society to support projects that highlight Oklahoma’s Civil Rights legacy. The objective of this program includes connecting All-Black towns and locations significant to the Civil Rights Movement in Oklahoma, including many Native American sites of historical significance. In doing so, it endeavors to stimulate tourism, foster entrepreneurship, and promote economic development within these communities.
Read moreOur condolences are extended to the Walker family on the death of Kaleb Harris, son of Tasha Walker and grandson of Billy and Shirley Walker. Please keep this family in your prayers. Please keep those who are ill or homebound in your thoughts: Lloyd David, Lovie Samilton, Bobby West (lung cancer), Jerry French (cancer), Irene Carson, Taft Forshee, Bobbie Jean Forshee, Wilbert Zackery, and Brady Drake (cancer). Reach out to show your support with a call, card, or meal.
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WETUMKA — A four-legged robot named Neo is turning heads in the Information Technology classrooms at Wes Watkins Technology Center — and it’s doing a lot more than just walking.
Read moreHigh school Sends 26 Entries To Conference Affair at Ada Scholastic Events Lead Entry List With 15, Music Follows With Eight Wetumka’s high school will be well represented at Ada, Friday and Saturday of this week, when the Southeastern conference holds its annual spring festival of music, academic and athletic events at that place.
Read moreAmanda Jean Royalty – Petit larceny, Conspiracy to commit grand larceny Wesley Harris – Driving a motor vehicle while under
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The escape of Joshua Butler from the Okfuskee County Jail on Dec. 20, which ultimately ended in his death on Dec. 31, is now under investigation by both the U.S. Marshals Service and the Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority, the Okemah News Leader has learned.
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Lyndsey Hemsher Crowned Calvin Homecoming Queen
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