Barbara Lee Akins, 85, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born Barbara Lee Hamilton on July 7, 1941, in Tishomingo, Okla., to Fredo Lee Hamilton and Dorothy...
Read MoreLila Lea Carter, 91, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, in Ardmore, Okla. She was born March 4, 1935, in Lebanon, Okla., to Rube and Matthew (Bales) Shelton. Lila grew up in Lebanon, and in 1959 married M.F. Carter -...
Read MoreBetty Underwood, lovingly known as “Goat,” will be remembered as a sweet and spirited woman whose candid way of speaking and warm presence brought laughter and love to those around her. She was Chickasaw and after living in...
Read MoreBy Annetta Kelley Lucky Paws Doghouse Here are some ways our community can help the rescue and give back: Lucky Paws Doghouse Inc. works to help homeless, unwanted and abandoned dogs, while also providing programs that...
Read MoreJohnston County voters are reminded of two important deadlines coming up in connection with next month’s Oklahoma general election. The first is this Friday, Oct. 9 - the final day to apply for voter registration in order to be...
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