Work continues

Mario Vargas uses his drill to screw several drywall panels onto the metal frame of the, soon to be, new Oklahoma Highway Patrol Troop H Headquarters. 

Love of flight led to career for Ardies

Grayson Ardies began serving as the executive director of the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics in November 2020, and in July of 2025 also became the chief executive officer of the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority.

‘Neighbors in Need’ donates thousands to area charities

Lucky Star Casino, in partnership with the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, announced the successful distribution of $100,000 raised through its December “Neighbors in Need” promotion – an initiative created to support local organizations and families across western Oklahoma during the holiday season.

Job well done

Arapaho-Butler Fifth Grade Academic Team, front left, Jack Keeton, Whitley Wall, Carter Richardson, Everett Dorman, Caselyn Miller, Tour nament MVP James Meacham; back, Coach Dana Dupree, Stetson Sawatz ky, Jancen Baker, and Keller Oakes stand together after going undefeated and placing first at...

WPLS promotes 1,000 book challenge

Western Plains Library System is helping parents of younger children prepare their kids for school with the newest reading challenge of reading “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” for kids 5 years old or younger, with a free guidebook to help parents and kids.

POLICE REPORT - WEEKEND

FRIDAY DAY SHIFT Responded to a report of a reckless driver on S. U.S. Highway 183.Responded to a report of a domestic in the 1100 block of Nowahy Ave.Responded to the Clinton Police Department in reference to vandalism.Responded to a report of a burglary in the 400 block of N. 17th St.

SHERIFF’S REPORT WEEKEND

Responded to a 911 call in reference to a reckless driver in the area of U.S. Highway 183 and State Highway 33 west, Arapaho.Assisted Weatherford Police Department in reference to a medical issue in the 2200 block of Apple Ave.Conducted a motorist assist in the area of N. 7th St. and W. Davis Ave.

Here are your Daily Lunch Specials.

Here are the daily specials being offered by Clinton eating establishments:Lucille’s Roadhouse - Download the ASAP Energy app to order To-Go online!

Main headlines for the Weekend CDN

Here's your preview of the Weekend paper- Mission House closes overnight shelter- City manager talks about year to come- Albert is a man of many hats- Red Tornado baseball prepares for new season- Notice of death for Eva Lee Stewart- Local, state, national news, sports and moreRead the Clinton...

City manager talks about year to come

With the new year comes hope for growth and expectations of excitement for Clinton.“It’s kind of good to get back to work,” said City Manager Robert Johnston, who met with the Clinton Daily News to discuss plans for 2026.