Clinton’s Sutton Hernandez, left, drives the ball against Jason Lloyd during practice in the Tornado Dome. CDN | Sam Goodwyn
Lady Crusaders’ Brylie Driskill controls the ball against the defender as she drives to the basket in CBA’s win over O-E CDN | Sam Goodwyn
The aftermath of a structure fire that broke out Saturday at 1121 Lee Ave., which is currently under investigation by Clinton Police Department and Clinton Fire Department under the suspicion of arson. CDN | Micah Ashcraft
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INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Close to grabbing a franchise record all for himself, Kawhi Leonard elected to take a pass in order to be fresh for another day.

Lady Crusaders’ Brylie Driskill controls the ball against the defender as she drives to the basket in CBA’s win over O-E CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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What’s the economic outlook for 2026? Much depends on the answer, since how voters feel about their financial situation next November will largely determine who controls Congress during Donald Trump’s last two years in office.

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Obituaries

Clint Wesley Higginbotham, age 71, of Clinton, Oklahoma, was born August 24, 1954, in Anchorage, Alaska, to Otis Kile and Claudia Francille Higginbotham, and passed away peacefully at his Clinton residence on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025.

Darren Ray Jefferson, age 65, of Clinton, Oklahoma, was born June 7, 1960, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Bob and Julia Etta (Berry) Jefferson, and passed away on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, in Oklahoma City. Darren attended college following high school and later made his home in San Antonio, Texas, where he lived for 44 years. A gifted craftsman and creative spirit, Darren owned and operated Hall of Frame for more than 18 years. He considered his framing work an extension of his artistic expression, taking great pride in every piece he created. His custom frames were used in numerous San Antonio art museums to display works of art. Darren was also a member of the Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce, where he was known for his professionalism and dedication to his trade.