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Suspect returns to jail after allegedly assaulting father

Saturday, August 30, 2025
An Elk City man has returned to the Custer County Jail after allegedly strangling his father in the vehicle and damaging the windshield immediately after being bailed out.According to the affidavit of probable cause by Officer Brady Bridges, police were dispatched Aug. 20 to S.
Clinton Chamber of Commerce Chair Mark Nicholson shows off his Pepsithemed glasses and memorabilia in his office at the Pepsi Bottling Group. CDN | Micah Ashcraft

Clinton Chamber of Commerce Chair Mark Nicholson shows off his Pepsithemed glasses and memorabilia in his office at the Pepsi Bottling Group. CDN | Micah Ashcraft

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History of service

Saturday, August 30, 2025
History of service
Donavan Phipps shovels debris away after clearing asphalt from a pipe under the road near the 1800 block of Opal Avenue. CDN | Micah Ashcraft

Donavan Phipps shovels debris away after clearing asphalt from a pipe under the road near the 1800 block of Opal Avenue. CDN | Micah Ashcraft

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Have shovel, will travel

Saturday, August 30, 2025
Have shovel, will travel

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Fire departments concerned about cancer risks are buying new gear

Saturday, August 30, 2025
(AP) — Every time he rushed out on a fire call, East Providence Lt. Thomas Votta knew he put himself at risk for cancer. There are potential carcinogens in the smoke billowing out of a house fire, but also risks from wearing his chemicallytreated gear.
Juanita Carrizales, left, and Connie Hileman check a student’s information on a school Chromebook at the Southwest Elementary School front office. CDN | Micah Ashcraft

Juanita Carrizales, left, and Connie Hileman check a student’s information on a school Chromebook at the Southwest Elementary School front office. CDN | Micah Ashcraft

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Checking information

Saturday, August 30, 2025
Checking information

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CORRECTIONS

Saturday, August 30, 2025
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Troy Lee was selected as the 2024 Clinton Citizen of the Year. CDN | Staff Photo

Troy Lee was selected as the 2024 Clinton Citizen of the Year. CDN | Staff Photo

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PAST CLINTON CITIZENS OF THE YEAR RECIPIENTS

Saturday, August 30, 2025
Since 1978, when the first Citizen of the Year Award was given to Ernie Simon, the following individuals and groups have received Clinton’s highest honor:1978 — Ernie Simon1979 — Bill Delk1980 — Dee Ann Ray 1981 — Earl Smith1982 — James Luckett1983 — Dr.

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PAST VOLUNTEERS OF THE YEAR

Saturday, August 30, 2025
Past Volunteers of the Year Award winners, sponsored and presented by the Clinton Chamber of Commerce include these people: Billy and Cheryl McCullers Elaine Fransen David Berrong Amy Hunter Marcia Wheeler Mark & Debbie Nicholson Shea & Nathan Meget Dara Moser Steve Weichel Billy Goodwin
Caldwell shares success

Caldwell shares success

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Caldwell shares success

Saturday, August 30, 2025
As we reflect on the past year at the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, I’m proud to share that 2024-2025 has been a year full of momentum, community engagement, and new beginnings.One of our biggest highlights has been the success of our Monday Member Pop-In series.