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No. 7 Easten Powell throws the ball back to the pitcher during Clinton’s game against Bethany. CDN | Sam Goodwyn
Clinton Reds baseball falls to Bethany at home
Apr 04, 2025

After Mother Nature forced many games to be rescheduled Tuesday, Clinton (3-11) fell 9-3 to Bethany at home.

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Three homes condemned by council
Apr 04, 2025

Three properties were condemned at Tuesday night’s Clinton City Council meeting and a resolution was passed to declare surplus and seek the disposal of a property the City of Clinton has owned since 1946.

For the cause
For the cause
Apr 04, 2025

Mindy King nears the finish line at the recent 5K fundraiser for Sha Carpente

Clinton Fire Department Capt. Blake Shaddon puts a chainsaw away in the recently purchased six-wheeler that can go where bigger vehicles cannot go. CDN | Michael Maresh
CFD outfits new vehicle
Apr 04, 2025

The new Clinton Fire Department’s engine/ apparatus is not the typical red fire truck people see running to a call for service.

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Badillo, Rodriguez honored by CHS
Apr 04, 2025

Clinton High School has announced the recipients of October’s Red Tornado Boy and Girl Award, an honor bestowed upon senior students who exemplify school spirit and an academic work ethic. Every month a ballot is sent out by Principal Michelle Sorter on which teachers vote for who they believe best exhibits the values of CHS. For the month of October, Adrian Rodriguez and Joel Badillo were selected for the honor.

Western Plains Library Systems’ Director of Digital Inclusion and Social Benefits Sara Whiteshield, right, helps patron Madison Wright navigate resources with WPLS Pathways. CDN | Courtesy photo
WPLS ushers in new program
Apr 03, 2025

Western Plains Library System has announced a new partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Human Services and the Oklahoma Department of Libraries to empower communities through digital access and social support with WPLS Pathways.

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Sports

OKC and SGA take down short-handed Pistons
Friday, April 4, 2025

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the short-handed Detroit Pistons 119103 on Wednesday night for their 11th straight win.

For the cause
For the cause
Friday, April 4, 2025

Mindy King nears the finish line at the recent 5K fundraiser for Sha Car

Columns & Opinions

Theater-goer expected more after accident
Friday, April 4, 2025

DEAR HARRIETTE: I recently went to see a musical that I had been looking forward to for months. The theater was packed, and the performance was absolutely amazing. About halfway through the show, though, I realized I needed to use the restroom. I tried to hold it until intermission, but eventually I just couldn’t wait any longer. Since the theater was dark, I carefully made my way out of my row, trying not to disturb anyone, but as I was walking down the aisle, I didn’t see a small step in the dim lighting.

Aquatic PT can benefit joint replacement
Friday, April 4, 2025

Dear Doctors: I had a total hip replacement. I also have arthritis. It has made it hard to get back on my feet. My doctor is wanting me to try aquatic physical therapy. Is it all that different from the regular physical therapy I’ve already been doing? Why would it be more helpful?

Obituaries

Willie Lee Ford Sr.
Friday, April 4, 2025

Funeral services for Willie Lee Ford Sr., 59, will be held at 11 a.m. April 10, at Bethany Baptist Church.

Donald Joseph “Donnie” Kindsfather
Friday, April 4, 2025

Donald Joseph “Donnie” Kindsfather, age 76, of Clinton, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the River Valley Nursing Home. Donnie was born on August 22, 1948, in Sayre, Oklahoma, to Roy Lee and Frances Ada (Hess) Kindsfather.