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Saturday, March 28, 2026

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Ashley Underwood performs on stage in the production of “Bridges of Madison County” in the Red Carpet Community Theater in Elk City. CDN | Courtesy photo

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Ashley Underwood

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Ashley Underwood, a mainstay for Southwest Playhouse and the area theater community, says Clinton is special because of its welcoming community. She said, “It doesn’t matter what tax bracket you’re in, you can be involved.

Clinton High School boys’ basketball coach Mark Seiter kneels on the sideline during a game as he focuses on his team in the Tornado Dome. CDN | Courtesy photo

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Mark Seiter

Saturday, March 28, 2026

As one who has left the town of Clinton and returned, current Clinton High School history teacher and head basketball coach Mark Seiter jumped at the opportunity to return to the town he treasures the most.

Jennifer Vowell tends to the hair of Wilma McGregor at Scissor Talk hair studio in Clinton. CDN | Christian Jacobsen

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Jennifer Vowell

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Jennifer Vowell has been doing hair since 1984 and running her salon for 33 years. She speaks highly of her patrons and the people she has met over the years.When asked why Vowell chose to have her salon, Scissor Talk, in Clinton, as opposed to any other town, she was mostly unable to answer.

Eric Hunter reads over a copy of the newspaper as he works the press in the back of the Clinton Daily News. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Eric Hunter

Saturday, March 28, 2026

While not many people try to stay in their hometowns, Clinton’s own Eric Hunter has stayed loyal to where he’s from.For Hunter, he said the town of Clinton is special to him and his family.

Brian Aneshansley during an interview in the factory floor of SportChassis in Clinton. CDN | Courtesy photo

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Brian Aneshansley

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Brian Aneshansley said Clinton is, “Big enough where there is a lot of stuff to do, but small enough that you can know everybody.”Aneshansley is the CEO of SportChassis in Clinton. His business transforms medium- duty Freightliner trucks into heavyduty pickup trucks.

Dr. Garret Oyler works on a patient at his clinic on 30th Street. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Garret Oyler

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Even for the people who move into town to set up lives and businesses, like local chiropractor Garret Oyler, see the kind of special qualities that Clinton holds.For Oyler, he said since he first opened his office here in town, he hasn’t wanted to leave since then.

Nance Elementary School teacher Julie Parker reads from a book during class. CDN | Courtesy photo

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Julie Parker

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Many people who leave their hometown rarely make the return to raise their family, but Nance Elementary School teacher Julie Parker is the exception, as she made the return home to Clinton and dedicated herself to work in the educational system.

Brenda Martinez is helping Vivien Salinas carry the one in twodigit addition at Southwest Elementary School. CDN | Christian Jacobsen

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Brenda Martinez

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Brenda Martinez owns an impressive résumé as a dental assistant for 15 years, working in education for more than four years, and is a co-owner of Martinez Construction, as well as Route 66 Bar and Grill. When talking about Clinton, Martinez points out a quirk the people appear to have.

Bowman Vowell preaches a sermon about having a relationship with God Sunday at Clinton Cumberland Presbyterian Church. CDN | Christian Jacobsen

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Lucky to Live in Clinton – Bowman Vowell

Saturday, March 28, 2026

At Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Bowman Vowell leads his congregation with prayer. He said every step he has taken has God moving him where he needed.Vowell now leads the church he grew up in.