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County Tax Propositions pass

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The three propositions to maintain the quarter cent sales tax in Logan County for roads, jail maintenance, and the volunteer fire departments were all approved on March 5.

Guthrie Rotary Student of the Week

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The Guthrie Rotary Club Student of the Week is Rain Porter. She is the daughter of Chiara Porter. Rain is in choir, Student Council, Girls Soccer Manager, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and is a Valedictorian for 2024. She received an excellent rating at All-State in solo and ensemble. After graduation, Rain plans to attend OSU for a Pre-Physical Therapy major. Pictured with Rain is Autumn Garrett with Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma and Rotary President, Tyler Calvert.

City Council approves mutual aid agreement with Crescent Fire Department

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The Guthrie City Council Tuesday approved an automatic mutual aid agreement between the City of Guthrie and the City of Crescent to provide mutual aid assistance during emergencies. This agreement will set a standard operating practice of both fire departments being dispatched to emergency scenes within the defined boundaries outlined in the agreement.

American Legion Post 290 defeats Guthrie AJROTC

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American Legion Post 290 defeated Guthrie AJROTC 909.5 to 866.9 in the 2024 National Air Rifle New Shooter League. Their second win in a row. American Legion Post 290 was led by Deion Evans who shot a 259.2. The remaining contributing members were Jackson Niesent, Julia Combs, and Emilynn Mika. They are from Stafford, VA, and are coached by Mike Flanagan.

‘89er Parade Marshal Announced

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Guthrie’s 89er Committee has chosen the Parade Marshal for this year’s 89er Parade: Private First Class Andrew “Taylor” Goddard of the United States Army. Private Taylor has already demonstrated a profound commitment to his country, a trait deeply ingrained in his family’s history of service.

Fisher leaves after 15 years at helm

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Crescent High’s football team will be under new leadership for the 2024 season. Coach JL Fisher, a 1992 Crescent graduate and lifelong resident, said he is stepping down after 27 years, including 15 of those as the Tigers’ head coach, to spend more time with his family.
 

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