Paoli hosts John Jacobs Tournament

Paoli hosts John Jacobs Tournament

Paoli hosts John Jacobs Tournament

Whitebead takes the ball down the court during Tuesday’s first-round game against Paoli in the John Jacobs 5th and 6th Grade Tournament at Paoli. Paoli rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat Whitebead and move on to the semifinals, where they were set to play Davis Thursday evening.
Toni Gay of Coffeyville Resources’ Wynnewood Refining Company talks with Mid-America Technology Center first-year students about what to wear to a job interview during the “Resume to Rockstar” session at Advantage Day Oct. 15. Photo courtesy of Mid-America Technology Center

Toni Gay of Coffeyville Resources’ Wynnewood Refining Company talks with Mid-America Technology Center first-year students about what to wear to a job interview during the “Resume to Rockstar” session at Advantage Day Oct. 15. Photo courtesy of Mid-America Technology Center

Advantage Day connects MATC students with local professionals

First-year full-time students at Mid-America Technology Center (MATC) heard straight from local employers about landing a job and building a career during Advantage Day Oct. 15.

Get involved in your community!

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

The Antioch first Tuesday lunch is cancelled for November. In its stead, the annual Antioch Thanksgiving Family meal will be November 14 at 6 p.m.
Wynnewood’s Braylon Pierce makes a hit on Stratford Joesph Smith during the Savages’ win at home Friday night. Photo by Mike Arie

Wynnewood’s Braylon Pierce makes a hit on Stratford Joesph Smith during the Savages’ win at home Friday night. Photo by Mike Arie

Football teams fight for playoff berths

With two weeks left in the regular season, local football teams are looking to extend their seasons by qualifying for playoffs. In each class with Garvin County teams, the top four teams in each district make the playoff bracket.

Fast start, heavy offense propel Wynnewood past rival Stratford

Wynnewood scored on its first six offensive possessions and added a special teams touchdown off a blocked punt in a 44-7 rout of rival Stratford Friday night at Savage Stadium. Wynnewood’s offense churned out 356 total yards, including 200 on the ground.

Election day laws and reminders

Voters in Garvin County are reminded to keep the integrity of the election system in mind, when going to the polls Tuesday.
Community members practice their CPR skills during a recent CPR Certification class at First United Bank in Pauls Valley. The bank plans to offer the certification class to the community again in the spring. Photo courtesy of First United Bank

Community members practice their CPR skills during a recent CPR Certification class at First United Bank in Pauls Valley. The bank plans to offer the certification class to the community again in the spring. Photo courtesy of First United Bank

CPR Certification

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The Antioch ABC OHCE club of Garvin County recently made a donation to the Purcell First Christian Church in memory of fellow club member Jeanne Rowlett. Pictured left to right are Pastor Robert Ferris, Church Treasurer Carma Taylor, Antioch ABC President Chestine Box and club and church member Carol Darrow. Courtesy Photo

The Antioch ABC OHCE club of Garvin County recently made a donation to the Purcell First Christian Church in memory of fellow club member Jeanne Rowlett. Pictured left to right are Pastor Robert Ferris, Church Treasurer Carma Taylor, Antioch ABC President Chestine Box and club and church member Carol Darrow. Courtesy Photo

Antioch ABC gives memorial donation

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Janice Waleah Corlena (Norton) Jones

Janice Waleah Corlena (Norton) Jones

Janice Waleah Corlena (Norton) Jones

Janice Waleah Corlena (Norton) Jones passed away October 26, 2026. She was born July 10, 1945, and lived a life centered on faith, family, learning and gratitude for the beauty of God’s creation.
Arlene Kennedy

Arlene Kennedy

Arlene Kennedy

Arlene Kennedy, 79, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born October 3, 1947, she was the youngest of four daughters of Marvin and Mabel (Howerton) Walker.