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Welding work

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Welding work

Friday, August 14, 2026

John Diley welds metal beams to the support posts at the Interstate 40 overpass construction at Neptune Drive.

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School sites still getting some usage

Friday, August 14, 2026

Supt. Nathan Meget recently shared more information about two school buildings in the district, the old Clinton Middle School and Washington Elementary, and their possible futures.

Shea Smith holds the Edward R. Murrow Award at the WBIR studio. CDN | Courtesy photo

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Former Clintonite Shea Smith and colleague John North, broadcast journalists for WBIR in Knoxville, Tenn., were recently honored with a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award in the Continuing Coverage category for their broadcast series, “The Last 12 Hours of Lester Isbill.

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Suspect arrested for alleged drug use, firearms

Friday, August 14, 2026

A local man has been arrested after allegedly brandishing an AR-15 and being in possession of a sawed-off shotgun while under the influence of narcotics.Clinton Police officers were dispatched at 6:03 a.m. June 23 to a Terrace Avenue residence in reference to a welfare check.

Main headlines for the Friday CDN

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Here's your preview of Friday's paper- School sites still getting some usage- CHS alumna wins Murrow Award- Suspect arrested for alleged drug use, firearms- Former Lady Indian moving to Division-I softball- Masonic Lodge prepares to host softball tourney- Full obituary for Jacob Wakefield...

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Federal safety agency issues final report

Thursday, August 13, 2026

(AP) – A federal safety agency recommended the development of written policies and procedures for flushing gas valves a year after a blast at a U.S. Steel plant near Pittsburgh killed two workers.The U.S.

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POLICE REPORT - TUESDAY

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Responded to a report of an unwanted subject in the 900 block of S. 10th St.Responded to a report of trespassing in the 2200 block of Gary Blvd.Responded to a report of a disturbance in the 500 block of S. 5th St.Conducted a welfare check on the north side of U.S. Highway 183 from Clinton.

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SHERIFF’S REPORT TUESDAY

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Responded to a report of a suspicious subject in the area of 2330 Rd. and 1060 Rd.Responded to a report of a reckless driver on State Highway 33, Custer City.Responded to a report of vandalism in the 10000 block of N. 2270 Rd., Clinton.

These are the seniors that were awarded the Oklahoma and Global Seal of Biliteracy. Pictured from left are Veronica Aguiñaga, Vittoria Perozzi, Vanessa Schmitz, Zayra Torres, Keyla Escalante, Danna Mendieta, Idalia Pelayo, Jocelyn Lopez, Aaron Martinez, Gabriela Hernandez, Marlen Nava, Vallery DeSantiago, Sheyla Morales, Cristhian Aguilar, Antonio Dominguez, and Ashley Vinaja. CDN | Courtesy photo

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Recent graduates receive Seal of Biliteracy awards

Thursday, August 13, 2026

The Oklahoma and Global Seal of Biliteracy has been awarded to 16 recently graduated seniors from Clinton High School.Veronica Aguiñaga, director of multilingual learning for CPS, said, “We now have 16 high school seniors from last year that have earned their seal.

Clinton City Clerk Amy Jones, left, swears in Mark Nicholson to serve as a trustee on the Clinton Economic Development Authority. CDN | Courtesy photo

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CEDA talks housing issues in Clinton

Thursday, August 13, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting of the Clinton Economic Development Authority, Mark Nicholson was sworn in, City Manager Robert Johnston and Director Fayne Sawatzky provided a recap after visiting the “Momentum” and “Select Oklahoma” meetings, and officials discussed what can be done to address the current...