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A Reagan community Christmas

Tishomingo teacher Trey Hays (far right) directs Reagan area youngsters performing Christmas carols during the Reagan Community Center’s annual Christmas Celebration.  Sacks of holiday goodies were distributed to those in attendance, who were also treated to a visit...

Paid Obituary – Mike Harwell

Mike Harwell was born Sept. 19, 1951, in Dallas, Texas, to Al and Bettie Harwell. He passed away from this life on Dec. 14, 2024, at the age of 73.  Mike was raised in Grapevine, Texas. He graduated from Grapevine High School, and attended Tarrant County Junior...

Paid Obituary – Elaine Gail Byars

Elaine Gail Byars - known as "Jack" to most friends and family - passed away on Dec. 13, 2024, in Oklahoma City, Okla., at the age of 55. She was born April 21, 1969, in Tishomingo, Okla., to Ivan and Wanda (Carter) Wagon.  Elaine grew up in Pontotoc, attending and...

‘Good will towards… Grinches?’

Christmas is traditionally thought of as a season of peace and good will... and Santa Claus put that sentiment to the test by greeting that other popular holiday icon - the Grinch - with a warm hug during Ravia’s annual Community Christmas Celebration. The event took...