Merritt Fans Deny Using Slur

WATONGA — The Merritt fans involved in a Saturday altercation with a Watonga Eagles player have denied using racist language to provoke him, but the Watonga administration disagrees.

Watonga Officials Say Racist Language Led to Player Reaction

FAIRVIEW – Emotions boiled over Saturday night as Eagles player Laron Whiteshield had to be forcibly removed to the Watonga locker room during a playoff loss to the Merritt Oilers in Fairview.

Jech Awarded for Legislative Work

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Darcy Jech, R-Kingfisher, was recently recognized by American Farmers and Ranchers (AFR), Oklahoma Farm Bureau (OKFB) and the Oklahoma Historical Society for his legislative achievements and priorities during the 2020 and 2021 sessions.

“Riders on the Orphan Train” Presentation

WATONGA — The Watonga Public Library and Watonga Community Theatre are pleased to host “Riders on the Orphan Train” with Alison Moore and Phil Lancaster on Tuesday, March 1 at 6:30 pm at the Liberty Theatre.

Local Students on UCO Honor Roll

The University of Central Oklahoma recently announced the students named to the university’s honor rolls, a distinction given to those who achieve the highest academic standards.

Hinton Spelling Bee Winners

Congratulations to our Hinton Elementary Classroom Spelling Bee winners! They are Emma Brookshire, Adalyn James, River Parker, Addy Kittle, Analy Hernandez, and Leighton Morgan. Hinton’s school champion is Addy Kittle. (Provided by Jennifer Hohmann)

Geary To Change Districts Next Session; New Candidate Announces Run

GEARY – The City of Geary is currently represented in the Oklahoma House by Rep. Anthony Moore, R-Clinton, but that’s all set to change next year when redistricting takes effect throughout the state.

SENIOR CENTER NEWS

Hi everybody! Another week with snow and a little ice. We closed on Thursday. I didn't want to get out in the wind and blowing snow and I didn't want anyone else to have to get out. I'm sorry for those of you that didn't get a meal delivered but I have to think about the volunteers' safety.

The Harris Hotel for Grands

Welcome to the Harris Hotel for Grands where grandkids check-in and would never check out if their parents didn't insist. If it weren't for certain governmental busybodies, I'm sure they'd leave 'em here indefinitely. It'd be longer but we all gotta go sometime if you get my drift.