County leaders meet

The year is winding down, but regular duties continue for county government officials, as was reported at Monday’s meeting of the Custer County commissioners.Maintenance as usual was discussed, as well as news in agriculture and upcoming developments for the county.OSU Ext.

A-B Elementary earns Blue Ribbon

The Oklahoma State Department of Education has recently announced Arapaho-Butler Elementary School as one of six schools recognized with the 2025 Oklahoma Blue Ribbon Award.

What’s in the news today?

Members of the Clinton student body read Friday’s edition of the Clinton Daily News during the introductions for the Blanchard Lions prior to the boys’ basketball game in the Tornado Dome. 

A-B royalty

Orsan Jubara, left, and Madalin Lockhart are all smiles after they were crowned homecoming king and queen after Arapaho-Butler’s home basketball games Friday against Burns Flat-Dill City. 

Texas woman hurt in crash

westbound on I-40. Her vehicle went into a broad slide on the driver’s side, departing the roadway to A Wheeler, Texas, woman was injured in a singlevehicle accident Sunday evening at Interstate 40, mile marker 90.

High school student charged with arson in fire that burned NYC subway passenger

(AP) — A New York City high school senior was jailed Friday on a federal arson charge after authorities say he set a fire that severely burned a sleeping subway passenger.Hiram Carrero, 18, was not required to enter a plea during his arraignment in Manhattan federal court.

Government waives part of Biden-era fine against airline

(AP) – The U.S.Department of Transportation is waiving part of a fine assessed against Southwest Airlines after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022.Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty.

Family fun

From left, Ethan Manriquez, Payton Manriquez and Danielle Manriquez set up folding chairs to enjoy the Clinton Festival of Lights Christmas Parade. 

SHERIFF’S REPORT - WEEKEND

Responded to a business alarm in the 10000 block of N. U.S. Highway 183, Clinton.Responded to a report of an accident in the 23000 block of E. 880 Rd., Thomas.Responded to an animal call in reference to aggressive dogs in the area of C St. and S. 9th St., Arapaho.

POLICE REPORT - WEEKEND

FRIDAY DAY SHIFT Responded to a report of vandalism in the 1700 block of Doughtery Ave.Performed a welfare check in the 1500 block of Neptune Dr.Responded to a report of vandalism in the 500 block of S. 7th St.Responded to a report of an unwanted subject in the 1200 block of Gary Blvd.