Footloose Festival

Footloose Festival

Getting in the Groove

Thursday, June 11, 2026

There were plenty of opportunities to dance during Elmore City’s Footloose Festival Saturday. These young attendees showed off their moves during one of several dance contests held throughout the day. News Star Photos by Don Coffey

News 

Chickasaw Lighthorse Assistant Chief of Police Terrance Bush (left) and Officer Brycen Ingrum are pictured following Ingrum’s graduation from the Moore Police Department training academy Feb. 21 in Moore. Officer Ingrum is assigned to the Newcastle Precinct, which serves the northwestern region of the Chickasaw Nation.

Chickasaw Lighthorse Assistant Chief of Police Terrance Bush (left) and Officer Brycen Ingrum are pictured following Ingrum’s graduation from the Moore Police Department training academy Feb. 21 in Moore. Officer Ingrum is assigned to the Newcastle Precinct, which serves the northwestern region of the Chickasaw Nation.

Chickasaw Lighthorse and Moore Police Department collaborate for Joint Training Academy

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
“When two departments operate with a strong commitment to the same core principles, we can share knowledge and ensure we are preparing our respective officers to meet the challenges of modern law enforcement,” Bush said. “This partnership will have a lasting impact for years to come.”
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Sports 

The Washita Gators went undefeated in the Garvin Murray OK Kids League 8U Softball for the 2026 season. Below (l) Cami Ruiz runs the bases and (r) Emery Lopez tries to get an extra base run during the 8U Softball game in Lindsay on Sunday. News Star photos by Don Coffey

The Washita Gators went undefeated in the Garvin Murray OK Kids League 8U Softball for the 2026 season. Below (l) Cami Ruiz runs the bases and (r) Emery Lopez tries to get an extra base run during the 8U Softball game in Lindsay on Sunday. News Star photos by Don Coffey

Washita Gators go undefeated

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
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Young football players practice their skills at Baylor running back Caden Knighten’s first official football camp at the Wynnewood High School football field May 23. News Star photos by Don Coffey

Young football players practice their skills at Baylor running back Caden Knighten’s first official football camp at the Wynnewood High School football field May 23. News Star photos by Don Coffey

Caden Knighten Football Camp

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
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New tee signs are just one of the ways the Lindsay Disc Golf Course has been spruced up recently.

New tee signs are just one of the ways the Lindsay Disc Golf Course has been spruced up recently.

Lindsay Disc Golf Course gets facelift

Jennifer Lindsey
Thursday, May 28, 2026
In Lindsay, Kaleb Arter built a disc golf course around the lake at George Brown Park, north of town and near the Municipal Golf Course, as an Eagle Scout project in 2014.
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Opinion 

Social Security: A promise to our seniors we must not break

Social Security: A promise to our seniors we must not break

Social Security: A promise to our seniors we must not break

Rep. Tom Cole
Thursday, June 11, 2026
As the Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee and a natural budget hawk, I have studied ways to balance our budget, reduce the national debt, and keep more money in the hands of the taxpayers for many years now.
Cutting Red Tape

Cutting Red Tape

Cutting Red Tape

Rep. Cynthia Roe
Thursday, June 11, 2026
While the Legislature has wrapped up its regular session and we are now several weeks into the interim, there is still plenty of good news to share.
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Lifestyle 

Summer Activities Planned at Oklahoma History Center Museum

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma History Center Museum will offer make-and-take crafts, scavenger hunts and/or other activities throughout June and July for families. The activities allow you to go at your own pace through the museum galleries and learn about Oklahoma with hands-on learning.

Get involved in your community!

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Attending county and municipal government or board of education meetings is a great way to get involved in your community or school district. It allows you to be informed about the issues facing your community or district, decision-making and new or planned projects.

Community News & Events

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
Join the Pauls Valley Chamber of Commerce in celebrating our community during the annual Chamber of Commerce dinner and celebration, Tuesday, June 23. The evening is an opportunity recognize outstanding educators, local businesses and community award recipients.
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Obituaries 

Adrienne Grimmett

Adrienne Grimmett

Adrienne Grimmett

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
On June 10, 2026, local treasure Adrienne Grimmett left our lives. She was born in Pauls Valley Sept. 6, 1942, to M.J. and Marianne Ewert.
Ramona Lindsey

Ramona Lindsey

Ramona Lindsey

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Ramona Gwendolyn Lindsey died with her oldest daughter at her side on June 2, 2026, in an Ardmore nursing home. She was born Nov.
James “Dub” William Cook

James “Dub” William Cook

James “Dub” William Cook

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
James “Dub” William Cook was born June 28, 1928, in Story, Oklahoma, to James Leonard Cook and Estelle (Putman) Cook. He passed away peacefully June 7, 2026, in Norman, Oklahoma, at the age of 97. Dub’s life was one marked by dedication, service and a profound love of family.
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