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SHERIFF’S REPORT THURSDAY

Saturday, October 4, 2025
Assisted BIA in the 100 block of N. 2270 Rd., Clinton.Responded to an animal call of cattle out in the area of 1010 Rd. and Airport Rd., Arapaho.Responded to a report of vandalism 2 miles north of Loves Travel Stop on Custer City Rd., Clinton.Responded to a report of theft in the 200 block of E.

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Megachurch founder pleads guilty to child sex abuse charges

Saturday, October 4, 2025
The founder of a Texas megachurch pleaded guilty Thursday to five counts of lewd or indecent acts with a child stemming from incidents that date back to the 1980s. Robert Preston Morris, 64, appeared in court in front of Osage County District Special Judge Cindy Pickerill.

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OID warns consumers on pending changes to health insurance

Saturday, October 4, 2025
Rising healthcare costs and recent policy decisions in Washington will have an impact on Oklahoma consumers when making health insurance decisions for 2026.The Health Insurance Marketplace is undergoing changes that will go into effect next plan year starting on Jan. 1, 2026.
New Cloverbud members to the Western Oklahoma Christian School 4-H Club Avery Nickel, left, and Grace Thomas build structures from marshmallows and toothpicks during the club’s October meeting. CDN | Courtesy photo

New Cloverbud members to the Western Oklahoma Christian School 4-H Club Avery Nickel, left, and Grace Thomas build structures from marshmallows and toothpicks during the club’s October meeting. CDN | Courtesy photo

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WOCS 4-H Club members enjoy crafts during October meeting

Saturday, October 4, 2025
WOCS 4-H Club members enjoy crafts during October meeting

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Here are your Daily Lunch Specials.

Friday, October 3, 2025
Here are the daily specials being offered by Clinton eating establishments:Lucille’s Roadhouse - Download the ASAP Energy app to order To-Go online!

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Main headlines for the Friday CDN

Friday, October 3, 2025
Here's your preview of Friday's paper- Red Wheat to shut down north lane- Dispute over popcorn leads to alleged gun ‘pop’- High school’s JAG program touted- Senior wants to join medical field after college- Full obituary for Patrick Dean Ater- Local, state, national news, sports and moreRead the...

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Dispute over popcorn leads to alleged gun ‘pop’

Friday, October 3, 2025
Eddie Larkin Pearson Jr., 64, of Clinton, is facing charges after allegedly threatening and firing a shot at another man, according to police.On the evening of Sept.24, Clinton Police officers were dispatched to an apartment building on Rawlings Drive in reference to threats.
Clinton High School Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Specialist Melissa Woods gives a presentation on the program to members of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, during its membership luncheon Wednesday afternoon at the Frisco Center. CDN | Micah Ashcr

Clinton High School Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Specialist Melissa Woods gives a presentation on the program to members of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, during its membership luncheon Wednesday afternoon at the Frisco Center. CDN | Micah Ashcr

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High school’s JAG program touted

Friday, October 3, 2025
The Clinton Chamber of Commerce held its quarterly Membership Luncheon Wednesday at the Frisco Center and invited Clinton High School’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Program Specialist Melissa Woods to speak to the members about the program with the goal to build a relationship between local...
Red Wheat Drive will soon be converted to a one-way road with only southbound traffic access once construction work begins near the intersection of Red Wheat Drive and Oliver Avenue. CDN | Courtesy photo

Red Wheat Drive will soon be converted to a one-way road with only southbound traffic access once construction work begins near the intersection of Red Wheat Drive and Oliver Avenue. CDN | Courtesy photo

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Red Wheat to shut down north lane

Friday, October 3, 2025
Red Wheat Drive, often associated with the “Malfunction Junction” legacy, will have a few more inconveniences to offer Clinton drivers before its existence comes to an end, as City of Clinton and state officials work toward an improved Exit 65.

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SHERIFF’S REPORT - WEDNESDAY

Friday, October 3, 2025
Responded to a medical issue in the 600 block of S. 12th St., Clinton.Conducted a motorist assist in reference to a semi partially blocking Roadway on State Highway 33 westbound, Arapaho.Responded to an animal call in the area of 2410 Rd. and 890 Rd.