Clinton Public Schools and Arapaho-Butler Schools began distance learning programs on April 6 as directed by State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister, but private schools have been able to set their own schedules. Western Oklahoma Christian School and Corn Bible Academy started their distance learning programs at least one week earlier than public schools, and each are reporting good results so far.

Stuffed animal fun

Clinton resident Vi Drassen said her stuffed animals wanted to join in on the bear hunt fun mentioned in the Clinton Daily News recently, so they’re showing off their rebellious side on her motor trike. CDN | Collin Wieder

In Their Own Words

Editor’s Note: This is the first installment of “In Their Own Words” where we are asking area students to write in about whatever is on their mind. Submissions may cover any topic and this first one comes from Parker Adams. Articles may be dropped off at 522 Avant or emailed to cdneditor@swbell.net.

The Indian Health Service Clinton Service Unit (CSU) and The Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes will host a Telephone Town Hall meeting at 10 a.m. on Friday.

Minimize personal risk when calving

Every calving season and site poses its own unique risks. Don’t be caught off guard. No matter what time of year producers calve, there are practices that help improve personal safety during the process.

Seventh Grade Whirlwind Honor Roll

Clinton Middle School had 60 seventh graders make the fall honor roll this year. Pictured are, front row, from left, Shylo Brien, Adam Flores, Alan Ruiz, Benjamin Dustman, Omar Ortiz, David Valerio, Jacob Collier; second row, Rylee Cummins, Yosslyn Soto, Ciela Burns, Zoe Edwards, Yaira Gutierrez, Zoe Howell, Belen Soto, Rodman Villanueva; third row, Craig Hunter, Wyatt Sawatzky, Hayden Clark, Daniel Cardenas, Ryan Coleman, Joel Badillo, Race Elliot, Ayden Crumley; fourth row, Daneisi Gonzales, Stephen Smith, Lane Thompson, Adrian Reynolds, Rossalyn Simpson, Maia Stewart, Acelyn Cisneros, Marlyn Torres; back row, Jaycee Rodebush, Madelyn Thompson, Brianna Lopez, Adrean Rodriquez, Zachary Hayes; not pictured, Ashten Barraza, Kari Begay, Illiana Carlon, Mialeigh Coxwell, Belicia Gamon, Alexandro Guzman, Zachary Hansen, Xadrian Hernandez, Colby Jackson, Kevin Keith, Jentrie Klaassen, Perla Labastida, Mariana Lopez. Gerson Perez, Emma Mc- Comas, Cristian Nunez, Alex Paris, Gisselle Perez, Melanie Rice, Andrew Schantz, Destiny Schapansky, Yoselin Soto, Esmeralda Torres and Abel Zapien.

Some ‘thing’ special

Dressed as Dr. Seuss characters “Thing 1” and “Thing 2,” Western Oklahoma Christian School teacher Ashlyn Whitten hugs her son, Jasper.

In an effort to prepare for medical surge and prolonged response to COVID-19 in the state, the Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps (OKMRC) is recruiting volunteers to serve in medical and nonmedical positions.

Here's what's inside the Tuesday Edition

- Weatherford man killed in argument

- Election filing period to begin

- Veterans’ clinic opening delayed

- Participation urged for reporting census

- Thompson plays team-first role for Lady Reds

- State deaths

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