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Six Indicted In Connection With Illegal Pot Grows

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OKLAHOMA CITY – A Multi-County Grand Jury indicted six individuals today in connection with two separate largescale seizures of illegal marijuana by the Office of the Attorney General’s Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF) and its partner law enforcement agencies.

SENIOR CENTER NEWS

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Hi, everyone! I hope you’ve all had a good week. The sunshine has been nice even though the wind blew and the temps were lower.

Building a Better Future for Older Oklahomans

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Oklahomans are getting older – and for the first time in our history, the number of adults aged 60 and over will outnumber children by 2034. From the Panhandle to the Red River and every community in between, each of us has an opportunity to have a say in how we plan for our future.

Coaches Announce Resignation

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When the Watonga School Board met Monday in regular session, it worked through a standard spate of items like financials and principal’s reports. But the bombshell dropped near the end when the board accepted the resignations of four employees, including Alyssa Fuxa and Lauren Campo.

Upcoming Events

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Oakwood Skating Rink is open every Saturday this month 6-9 p.m. 3/13-Geary Food Pantry 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Canton Man Charged With Possession of Child Porn

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According to a probable cause affidavit issued by the Blaine County District Attorney’s office, Nathaniel Reyes, 22, of Canton was taken into custody February 16. He is charged with aggravated possession of child pornography, a felony, and possession of obscene material, also a felony.

Aerospace Career Fair

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Leading aerospace companies searching for workforce for in-demand, high-paying careers Oklahoma Aerospace Commerce Economic Services, a division of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, will host a free career fair for job seekers. Some of Oklahoma’s leading aerospace companies will host recruitment booths at the career fair to discuss open positions in the industry and provide job search tips for attendees, as well as on-the-spot interview opportunities.

A Tree for Avree

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Some members and friends of the Watonga First Baptist Church congregation planted this magnolia tree on a lot the church owns across Noble Avenue from its building. The tree is in memory of Avree Lake, a member, who passed away last year.

Hillcrest-BCBS Agreement Includes Okla Heart Hospital

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TULSA– Hillcrest HealthCare System (Hillcrest) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma have agreed to a new, two year agreement. This new agreement, which starts on March 1, 2024, includes Hillcrest facilities and medical provider groups and will service members in Tulsa, Owasso, Claremore, Cushing, Henryetta and Pryor.