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Recently retired Clinton Fire Chief Brett Russell was feted with an award and cake at Tuesday’s Clinton City Council meeting. Joining him are his wife Marci and his grandson Sam Calvert. CDN | Staff Photo

Recently retired Clinton Fire Chief Brett Russell was feted with an award and cake at Tuesday’s Clinton City Council meeting. Joining him are his wife Marci and his grandson Sam Calvert. CDN | Staff Photo

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Ex-chief honored by city council

Thursday, February 5, 2026
The highlight of Tuesday’s City Council meeting came at the end, with a celebration for the recently retired Fire Chief Brett Russell.“Welcome all. Heavy dose of firefighters,” said Mayor David Berrong in opening the meeting, which was met with a few laughs throughout the room.

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Warrant issued for man

Thursday, February 5, 2026
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Gonzalo Castillo, 24, of Clinton, following a dispute in which he allegedly assaulted a pregnant relative.Around 5:36 p.m. Dec.31, Clinton Police officers were dispatched to a residence on Barker Road in reference to a physical domestic.Upon arrival, Ofc.
During halftime of Tuesday’s Arapaho-Butler boys’ basketball game, the Lady Indians fast-pitch softball State Championship team received their rings. From left, Dalaynie Lee, Adrian Randle, and Reagan Schoeppach, show off their rings. CDN | Sam Goodwy

During halftime of Tuesday’s Arapaho-Butler boys’ basketball game, the Lady Indians fast-pitch softball State Championship team received their rings. From left, Dalaynie Lee, Adrian Randle, and Reagan Schoeppach, show off their rings. CDN | Sam Goodwy

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Ring it up!

Thursday, February 5, 2026

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Oklahoma tribal leaders see racial profiling amid federal ICE sweeps

Thursday, February 5, 2026
A dispute has erupted between the federal government and tribal nations as “Operation Guardian Sweep” brings Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions into the heart of Indian Country without warning to the tribal nations.

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NASA delays lunar trip

Thursday, February 5, 2026
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s long-awaited moonshot with astronauts is off until at least March because of hydrogen fuel leaks that marred the dress rehearsal of its giant new rocket.It’s the same problem that delayed the Space Launch System rocket’s debut three years ago.

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SHERIFF’S REPORT TUESDAY

Thursday, February 5, 2026
Conducted a motorist assist in the area of N. 2320 Rd. and E. 980 Rd.Responded to a report of a medical issue at the Wanderlust RV Park, Weatherford.Responded to a report of a reckless driver on State Highway 54 and 920 Rd., Thomas.

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Alabama man faces execution despite not pulling the trigger

Thursday, February 5, 2026
(AP) — Charles “Sonny” Burton didn’t kill anyone. The state of Alabama could execute him anyway.Burton, 75, is facing execution for his role as an accomplice in a 1991 robbery at an auto parts store where customer Doug Battle was killed.

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POLICE REPORT TUESDAY

Thursday, February 5, 2026
DAY SHIFTResponded to a report of an injury accident at U.S. Highway 183 and Walton Rd.; Sinor EMS took over the scene.Responded to a request for an agency assist in the 600 block of Broadway Ave.Responded to the Clinton Police Department in reference to fraud.
Boyfriend refuses to see doctor about mood

Boyfriend refuses to see doctor about mood

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Boyfriend refuses to see doctor about mood

Thursday, February 5, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: How long do you stay in a relationship when it doesn’t seem to be healthy? I’ve been with my boyfriend for nine years. At first it was great, though he has always been moody. Now his moods are the driving force of the relationship. I never know how he is going to act when I see him.