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Sawatzky talks about new goals

Friday, July 3, 2026

Fayne Sawatzky now has three days under his belt serving as the community and economic development director for the City of Clinton.“It was good,” said Sawatzky of his first day on the job. “I got to hear what some of the other department heads were dealing with and going through, and that was good.

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City council stages special meeting to dole out funds

Friday, July 3, 2026

A special meeting of the Clinton City Council was held Wednesday, during which the council approved a request for funding of the Clinton Regional Hospital for $250,000 to cover expenses and a recommendation from the Clinton Chamber of Commerce to approve a grant application for the Clinton Round-Up...

“My definition of America is everything is at hand right here, and everything is for us here. We have backup here, and we don’t have to worry about any kind of wars going on here. We are protected.” – Becky Stewart

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What does America mean to you?

Friday, July 3, 2026

What does America mean to you?

Susan, left, and Billy Schmidt with their dog Sammy, visit the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum before joining the “Main Street of America” Centennial Caravan driving through Clinton. CDN | Christian Jacobsen

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Family trip

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

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Judges strike down overhaul of student loan forgiveness program

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — A pair of federal judges struck down a Trump administration overhaul to a public service forgiveness program for student loans, ruling Tuesday in separate cases in favor of advocates who said the program risked becoming a tool for political retribution.U.S.

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POLICE REPORT - TUESDAY

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

DAY SHIFTResponded to a report of a medical emergency in the 1000 block of Frisco Ave.; Sinor EMS took over the scene.Responded to the Clinton Police Department in reference to a citizen assist.Responded to a request for a civil standby in the 400 block of N. 2nd St.

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Rare dinosaur fossil from Antarctica is found tucked away in drawer

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

NEW YORK (AP) — Scientists have stumbled on a rare dinosaur fossil from Antarctica, tucked away for decades in a drawer.The bone comes from the tail of a long-necked, planteating dinosaur called a titanosaur. Scientists haven’t yet identified the species it belongs to.

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SHERIFF’S REPORT TUESDAY

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Conducted a public assist on I-40, mile marker 57 on ramp westbound, Foss.Responded to a medical call in the 300 block of S. 10th St., Thomas.Responded to a fire call in the area of 2370 Rd. and 900 Rd.Responded to a report of a reckless driver on I-40, mile marker 71 westbound, Clinton.

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CFD offers summer fire safety tips

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Summer holidays and get-togethers can increase the possibility of hazards to property, possessions, and persons. Assistant Chief DJ Woodall of the Clinton Fire Department shares some tips for safer activities.

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CEDA talks new roles for director

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting of the Clinton Economic Development Authority, new Economic Development Director Fayne Sawatzky was announced, and trustees discussed what the role and primary goals of the new director should be.“As of tomorrow (Wednesday), Fayne Sawatzky is going to go to work.