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Silver Alert issued for man seen here

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
A silver alert has been issued for 61-year-old Michael Carter, who was last seen in Clinton on May 6 and has been reported missing. As of press time, the investigation is still ongoing, and individuals who may have seen Carter are encouraged to contact law enforcement as soon as possible.
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God’s plan is a necessary reminder to do good in the world

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Late in the week after the latest attempt on President Trump’s life, a 20-year-old boy from Billings, Montana, asked a question at a Turning Point USA event held on a college campus in Springfield, Missouri. “Hi, my name’s Bryce. I came here from Billings – it was a 10-hour drive.
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POLICE REPORT THURSDAY

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
DAY SHIFT Responded to a report of a stolen vehicle in the 200 block of Prairie Chief Ave. Responded to a report of animal cruelty in the 600 block of S. 30th Circle. Responded to the Clinton Police Department in reference to an agency assist.
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SHERIFF’S REPORT THURSDAY

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Responded to a 911 in reference to a medical issue in the 100 block of E. 5th St., Custer City. Responded to an animal call of cattle out on I-40, mile marker 76, Weatherford. Responded to a 911 in reference to a motorist assist in the area of U.S. Highway 183 and E. 970 Rd., Arapaho.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Homestead of Clinton, LLC to Mission House, Inc. QCD. Blk. 1, Prairie View Manor 16-12-17, Clinton. Eric Mitchell Johnson and Maria D. Johnson to Legado Real Estates LLC, WD. Lot 10, Blk. 2, Northland Addn., Weatherford. Johnny A. Ray to Jonnie Kristina Ray, Deed. Lots 4 and 5, Blk.
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Brought to you by McDonald's & The Phillips Family!

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
30 YEARS AGO • Cool dudes Ryan Flaming, Josh Partain and Clinton Simon, were sporting the stereotypical slicked hair, white T-shirts and jeans look for the ’50’s and ’60s Day at Southwest Elementary School. • New officers of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha sorority were installed.

Tax added to short-term rental sites

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
The City of Clinton’s hotel/motel tax is due to receive an influx of funds once Ordinance No. 1038 officially goes into effect allowing tax to be collected from property owners offering short-term rentals.The ordinance was accepted in a “marked up” state by the Clinton City Council Tuesday night.

Graduation events set for area schools

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Graduation for the Class of 2026 is next week.This is a celebration of the years devoted to the students and the families that helped them through it. Listed are the schools events planned for their graduations, as well as the location and times.CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL Baccalaureate will be at 6 p.m.
The Clinton dance team was recently honored at the State Capitol for its state title. Pictured, from left, are Coach Payten Childers, Alexandra Fuentes, Danna Mendieta, Stella Meacham, Jocelyn King, Speaker Pro Tempore Anthony Moore, Alexa Soto, Marli Hill, Quinn Moore, Whitney Salazar, Lyssa Day, Tatum Shackelford and Coach Emmerson McDonald. CDN | Courtesy photo

The Clinton dance team was recently honored at the State Capitol for its state title. Pictured, from left, are Coach Payten Childers, Alexandra Fuentes, Danna Mendieta, Stella Meacham, Jocelyn King, Speaker Pro Tempore Anthony Moore, Alexa Soto, Marli Hill, Quinn Moore, Whitney Salazar, Lyssa Day, Tatum Shackelford and Coach Emmerson McDonald. CDN | Courtesy photo

Dance team is honored

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Speaker Pro Tempore Anthony Moore, R-Clinton, recently recognized members of the Clinton High School 2025 Class 4A Hip Hop State Champion dance team in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.