Geneva Louise (Klohn) Schweitzer was born Aug. 3, 1947, and went to heaven on Sept. 15, 2025, at the age of 78. 

Geneva was a faithful Christian and devoted member of First Christian Church in Calumet for 49 years. She taught children in Sunday school up until a few years ago when she had to retire.

She believed Jesus was her Lord and Savior and wanted everyone to know, “It is never too late to accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior.

Four Redlands Community College employees were honored by the Oklahoma Association of Community Colleges (OACC) for their contributions to the college. 

Brenda Witt was named Outstanding Faculty Member, while Brenda Harkins was recognized as Outstanding Professional Staff Member and Amy Woods as Outstanding Support Staff Member. Macey Scotten, coordinator of Strategic Partnerships, was the winner of the OACC Creative Staff Innovation Award.

F&M Bank, a family-owned community bank in central Oklahoma, and Community National Bank of Okarche announced they have entered into a merger agreement.

“We are elated to partner with Community National Bank of Okarche,” said John Tom Anderson, CEO of F&M.

“We have immense respect for the relationship banking approach Community National Bank of Okarche represents in the markets they operate in.

“Their well-earned reputation for being stewards of their clients and communities aligns perfectly with ours.

October is Clergy Appreciation Month, and the second Sunday in October (Oct. 12) is Pastor Appreciation Day.