Lt. Thompson, retired, is leading a group of private, civic, government and law enforcement leaders who are concerned about Oklahoma’s sex-trafficking problem, and what it is doing to children and their parents.

The 2024 89er Days Celebrations Parade was an extraordinary showcase of community spirit, patriotism, and historical commemoration. With over 175 diverse entries, the parade was a vibrant tapestry of cultural and historical pride, weaving together the past and the present in a spectacular display. Participants ranged from military families, who marched with pride and dignity, to four past governors who graced the event with their esteemed presence. The musical cadences of six bands filled the air with melodies, while a monumental flag, accompanied by hundreds of smaller flags, painted the town in patriotic colors. A 95-year-old WWII veteran and a 100-year-old honored guest reminded us of the indomitable spirit and sacrifices that have shaped our nation.

The A&M Board of Regents announced the appointment of Dr. Ruth Ray Jackson as the seventeenth President of Langston University. Dr. Jackson's selection follows an extensive eightmonth national search that attracted several qualified candidates.

The Guthrie Rotary Club Student of the Week is Ryann Waters. She is the daughter of Terri Waters and Philip Waters. Ryann is active in Bluejay softball, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and Yearbook Club and FCA. Ryann is as honored an Athlete of the Week, received the President’s Honor Roll award and was recognized for her involvement n the National Honor Society. After graduation, Ryann will attend UCO and study biology and chemistry to become a dental hygienist. Pictured with Ryann is Paul Wells with Guthrie Brewing Company and Rotary President, Tyler Calvert.

(L-R) Hollie and Aspen Mitchell placed 2nd in 2 doubles, Lane Goode and Carson Olmsted placed 2nd in 1 doubles, Jillian Minter and Rylee Tobin placed 2nd in 1 doubles, Gavin Cook placed 6th in 2 singles, Isaiah Dearman placed 5th in 1 singles, Emma Poupard placed 3rd in 1 singles, Mason and Jaxson Mayer placed 2nd in 2 doubles and Kylee Nelson placed 5th in 2 singles. So proud of all these kids and how hard they work. The Bluejays are headed to Durant on Tuesday.

The Crescent High School football team will have a new face on the sidelines next fall. CHS principal and Athletic Director announced Brandon Gipe will be the new head coach last week.

The tennis teams competed in the Bishop McGuinness Tennis Invitational today at the OKC Tennis Center! L-R, Coach Caden Hopfer, Hollie Mitchell, Coach Cari Groce, Carson Olmsted, Aspen Mitchell, Lane Goode, Jillian Minter, Gavin Cook, Rylee Tobin, Isaiah Dearman, Emma Poupard, Mason Mayer, Kenzie Hardesty, Jaxson Mayer, Coach Mary Hudson, Coach Brayden Stone. The Mitchell sisters placed 2nd at 2 doubles, the Mayer Brothers won the 2 doubles draw and Lane Goode and Carson Olmsted placed 3rd at 1 doubles. Proud of all these guys, competed hard today!