January 2024

Jean Ann Widdifield, a compassionate and dedicated registered nurse, passed away peacefully on Jan. 15, 2024, at the age of 67. She was born May 15, 1956, in the United Kingdom to James (Gene) and Nancy Widdifield.

Gov. Kevin Stitt has named education advocate Nellie Tayloe Sanders to serve as Secretary of Education. “Nellie has championed innovative paths in education, particularly for those with dyslexic thinking and unique learning styles,” Stitt said.

Services for Ronnie Lynn Bass of Minco were held Thursday, Jan. 25 at First Baptist Church of Minco, with burial following at the Evergreen Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Huber-Reynolds Funeral Home.

The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) has named Sandra Shelton as director of Government Affairs, Industry Development and Communications.

Sen. Jo Anna Dossett, D-Tulsa, has filed legislation aimed at incentivizing the use of firearm safety devices. Senate Bill 1476 would provide a state sales tax exemption to encourage more Oklahomans to take advantage of such equipment.

Graveside services for Shirley Jane Rade were held Friday at the Niles Cemetery in Hinton. Services were under the direction of Turner Funeral Home. Shirley passed away Jan. 22, 2024, in Hydro. She was born July 22, 1939, in Geary. She grew up in the Geary area and attended Geary Public Schools.

Roy “Butch” Lee Crawford passed away peacefully on Jan. 21, 2024, in El Reno. He was born Aug. 10, 1950, the son of Clarence and Eulene (Allen) Crawford. Roy spent his childhood on a farm, where he learned the value of hard work and the importance of family.

Maple A-B Honor Roll honorees, front row from left, Brinlee Bland, Kinsley Racca, Daxton Gatz, Carder Holden, Marlowe Menz, Teegan Siler, Kynlee Shamblin, Journey Swigart and Declan Brothers; second row, Liam Brincefield, Sadie Evans, Taylor Dill, Kinsley Bonilla, Levi Bass, Addison Brandley,...

LAWSUITS LVNV Funding LLC vs. Annette Pride for $969.36 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees. Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Mia McCrory for $2,482.87 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

Members of Underwood OHCE met recently with Ann Ricketts serving as hostess. Other members present were Natalia Valenzuela, Bernita Davis, Delpha Miklautsch, Vicki Duncan and Janan Fletcher. Potato soup, cornbread and brownies were served.