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Dr. Garret Oyler works on a patient at his clinic on 30th Street. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

Lucky to Live in Clinton – Garret Oyler

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Even for the people who move into town to set up lives and businesses, like local chiropractor Garret Oyler, see the kind of special qualities that Clinton holds.For Oyler, he said since he first opened his office here in town, he hasn’t wanted to leave since then.

Nance Elementary School teacher Julie Parker reads from a book during class. CDN | Courtesy photo

Lucky to Live in Clinton – Julie Parker

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Many people who leave their hometown rarely make the return to raise their family, but Nance Elementary School teacher Julie Parker is the exception, as she made the return home to Clinton and dedicated herself to work in the educational system.

Brenda Martinez is helping Vivien Salinas carry the one in twodigit addition at Southwest Elementary School. CDN | Christian Jacobsen

Lucky to Live in Clinton – Brenda Martinez

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Brenda Martinez owns an impressive résumé as a dental assistant for 15 years, working in education for more than four years, and is a co-owner of Martinez Construction, as well as Route 66 Bar and Grill. When talking about Clinton, Martinez points out a quirk the people appear to have.

Bowman Vowell preaches a sermon about having a relationship with God Sunday at Clinton Cumberland Presbyterian Church. CDN | Christian Jacobsen

Lucky to Live in Clinton – Bowman Vowell

Saturday, March 28, 2026

At Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Bowman Vowell leads his congregation with prayer. He said every step he has taken has God moving him where he needed.Vowell now leads the church he grew up in.

Jessica Jefferson writes on the smart board as she teaches math during school at Southwest Elementary School. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

Lucky to Live in Clinton – Jessica Jefferson

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Having immense love for one’s hometown is not unusual. For Southwest Elementary School third-grade teacher Jessica Jefferson, it remains true, as she takes pride in her hometown and her family.For Jefferson, she said to be able to live where she has lived for so long has been amazing to her.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

Saturday, March 28, 2026

S&J Capital, LLC to Catherine Sholl and James Sholl, JTWD.Lots 4 and 5, Blk. 3, Armstrong Skyline Vac Sight 4-12-19. Foss LakeDonald R. Avery and Debbie S. Avery to Steven Sanders and Brandy Sanders, JTWD. NW ¼ 36-15N17W.

Teen running for governor is the first to get on election ballot

Saturday, March 28, 2026

STOWE, Vt. (AP) — Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year.

POLICE REPORT THURSDAY

Saturday, March 28, 2026

DAY SHIFTResponded to a report of a suspicious subject in the 2000 block of Boulevard of Champions; arrested 52-year-old Misty Waits on Custer County charges of possession of a firearm after a former felony conviction, aggravated tracking of fentanyl, possession of drug paraphernalia, and...

SHERIFF’S REPORT THURSDAY

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Responded to a report of a reckless driver in the area of U.S. Highway 183 and State Highway 33, Custer City.Assisted Weatherford Police Department in the 1600 block of Ez Go Dr.Assisted Weatherford Police Department in the 600 block of W. Oklahoma Ave.

Stephen Martin

Oklahoma’s housing paradox: Affordable units hard to find

Saturday, March 28, 2026

For Lance Windel, the problem isn’t hard to describe.“It’s a math problem,” Windel, manager of LW Development, said.Across Oklahoma, apartment complexes sit boarded up. Houses deteriorate. Entire properties fall out of the market. At the same time, renters scramble to find anything they can afford.