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The gallery of the Plains Indian at Colony will present the 10th collection of art in conjunction with the Cheyenne and Arapaho Labor Day Pow Wow. The need for a marketplace for the abundant Indian artistic talent was recognized by Justice Yvonne Kauger of the Oklahoma Supreme Court, and she founded the Gallery of the Plains Indian I 1981. The Gallery is managed by a board of trustees which include: Jerome Bushyhead, Benjamin Harjo Jr., Sharron Ahtone Harjo, Betty Hunter, Alison McManes, William Renner and Terry Zinn. Based on the Colony Pow Wow, Justice Kauger expanded her idea of an Indian market to include a showcase to honor Native American culture. This dream became reality on June 5 through 7, 1978 when Red Earth premiered in Oklahoma City. Benjamin Harjo Jr. is the featured artist in this year’s exhibit. Mr. Harjo is a1988 Grand Award winner of the Red Earth Festival. He is always a prominent artist at the Santa Fe Market in a variety of mediums. In 1990, he won the Woody Crumbo Memorial Award, first place in miniature, first place in the print division for a mono print. He was also awarded a gold medal by the American Indian and Cowboy Association. Mr. Harjo has been featured in the Oklahoma Today magazine, Southwest Arts magazine and in Southern Living magazine. Other invited artists whose work will be displayed are Debbie Ahtone, Jeannie Barbour, Bob Bell, Arthie Blackowl, Iwannah Bonnaha, Helen Burgess, Jim Burgess, Frank Bushyhead, Alvie Carney, Sherman and Allie Chaddlesone, Charles Chapmen, Cynthia Clay, Darran Cooper, Bobby Creepingbear, Ted Creepingbear, Chebon Dacon, Mike Daniel, Mavis Doering, Ron English and Bill Glass. Also Brenda Kennedy Grummer, Buddy Guy, Sharron Ahtone Harjo, K. Henderson, Brooks Henson, Mike Larsen, Ben Little Raven, Merlin Little thunder, Kisse Mouse, Doc Tate Nevaquaya, Bennie Nichols, Jane Osti, Fernando Padilla Jr,. Harvey Pratt, Austin Real Rider, Tim Saupitty, Bert Seabourn, Jack Tointigh, Kevin D. Vinyard Sr,. And Tiller Wesley. The public is invited to attend a reception in honor of the artists at the Gallery on Sunday, Sept,1, from 5 to 6 p.m. The annual Cheyenne Arapaho Pow Wow will be in progress. Colony is located 15 miles south of Weatherford. The Gallery will be open from 10 a.m. to 6p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 30 and 31 and from 1 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 1.

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Gracie Mae Walker, age 72, of Clinton, Oklahoma, passed away at Great Plains Hospital Regional in Elk City on June 21, 2024. Gracie was born November 25, 1951, in Vinita, Oklahoma, a daughter of Cecil and Marie (Miller) Kirkendoll. Gracie was raised in Vinita, Oklahoma, and Clinton, Oklahoma. and had been employed as a cook at several Clinton restaurants in Clinton including Trade Winds, and Cherokee, where she was well known for her pies, biscuits, her hot bread, and especially her unique personality.

A private memorial service for Margaret “Jean” Pauling, age 73, of Clinton, was held by family members, cremation services were handled by the Lee Hometown Funeral Home. Jean was born August 30, 1951, in Lawton, Oklahoma, to Don and Ruth (Duffey) Richardson, and passed away in Cordell, Oklahoma on June 22, 2024.

By Roi Allen Henson Jean Pauling, a dedicated teacher and pillar of the community, passed away on the morning of June 22nd in Cordell, Oklahoma at the age of 72. Jean was more than just an educator; she was a beacon of love, compassion, and faith. Jean taught for over...

Funeral services for Gracie Mae Walker, 72, of Clinton, will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 27, 2024 at the Bethany Baptist Church in Clinton. She was born Nov. 25, 1951, in Vinita. She died June 21, 2024, in Elk City. Sevices are under the direction of Lee Hometown...

Funeral services for Brenda Kay (Collier) Brunker, 72 year-old Weatherford resident, will be held Thursday, June 27, 2024, 10:00 A.M. at CrossPointe Church with Sean Odom officiating. Burial will follow in Lone Wolf Cemetery under the direction of Lockstone Funeral Home of Weatherford. Brenda was born November 12, 1951, in...

DILL CITY, Okla. (KFOR) — It might be the last spot in Oklahoma you’d expect to be a crossroads to the whole world, but the old Ensey’s Gas and Grocery seems to have a knack for international traffic. To understand what’s happening here lately, we had to...

A 45-year-old Elk City man has been released from the Beckham County Detention Center on a $5,000 bond after being charged with false declaration in pawn, pattern of criminal offenses, and two counts of embezzlement. If convicted, Robert Neely faced up to five years in prison. The charges were filed...

Saturday night Corn Bible Academy had two students compete in the OEMFCA. Savvye Fuller and Lane Russell were both named two of the top players in Class C football giving them the opportunity to play in the 8-Man All Star game Saturday night. Savvye (number 24) played multiple defensive positions while Lane ( Number 8) played TE with one reception in the game. The final score was 48-26 with the Green Team winning over the White.

At this week’s 10th annual Elk City Cystic Fibrosis Baseball Tournament, the Elks won the t-ball division. Pictured James Buller, Mikey Nevels, Kurtis Hutchinson, Juan Lopez, Roman Buller, Gunner Ueland, Chason Holladay,Weston Nevels, Bryson Coleman, Max Maynard, Bennett Dowdy, Kason Hale, Cannyn Hutson, Collin Hutchinson, Brecken Lopez. Max Maynard was awarded MVP. A full write-up upon the Elk City CF Tournament will be in next week’s paper.

The Weatherford Hospital Foundation is sponsoring the Weatherford Arts Festival, back by popular demand. The event will take place October 25 and 26 and will be both inside and outside during SWOSU’s homecoming in Towne Centre.Well-known retailer turned philanthropist Martha Sauer spoke about the event saying, “I’m excited because it’s an event that includes all ages and different experiences in…

A 57-year-old Elk City man has been charged with two counts of a sex offender violating child-safe zones. After a person is found guilty of certain crimes involving sexual abuse, the state of Oklahoma requires them to register as a sex offender. Donnie Ray Leal was required to do that...

Goodwill in Weatherford had its ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening Thursday morning.This new store location is included in Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma. Weatherford is the 26th store and serves as the furthest west location for the central Oklahoma region.Goodwill is a nonprofit thrift store that offers many opportunities to the communities it serves. The business strives for…

The City of Weatherford celebrated the retirement of Joy McKillip, City Inspector, at City Hall Friday.Joy McKillip is a long-time employee of the City of Weatherford and has been an integral part of Weatherford since 2009 when she was hired at the water department.“On behalf of the city, I want to say thank you to Joy for a job well done.Unofficially, Joy has about 10 titles behind her name with…

Kelly Wilson has been named the new vice principal at Weatherford High School.During an interview she spoke of the things she plans on doing and what her plans are regarding her old roles as special olympic director and student council.“I am excited, Mr. (Kyle) Null did an awesome job and I have some big shoes to fill and I am excited to get started. I feel like I have really good rapport with…

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