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<p>World War II veteran Bill Dill receives his high school diploma from Frederick Schools Superintendent Shannon Vanderburg.</p>
FHS Class of 2013 Includes 86-Year Old Bill Dill
World War II veteran Bill Dill was honored at last week’s Frederick High School Commencement with his high school diploma, some 68 years after he left school. Dill quit high school in 1944 to join the Marines. During this year’s FHS Graduation ceremony, Dill was surprised with his diploma. One of the Frederick Bombers biggest supporters, the football team wanted him to sit with their parents at graduation. He was unaware her would join them...
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Abernathy Day Schedule Released
Tickets for the Tillman County Historical Society’s Abernathy Day barbeque dinner are now on sale. The dinner will be held on Saturday, June 1, 6:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Townsite Museum and will cap a full day of special activities that will include an antique car show, a program on restoration of vintage automobiles, and showing of the Abernathy docu-drama and early transportation movies at the Ramona Theatre. The 6:00 p.m. Abernathy dinn...
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Marketing Assistance Loans (MAL) and Loan Deficiency Payments (LDP) At Farm Service Agency (FSA)
Frederick, Oklahoma, May 20, 2013 — Nonrecourse marketing assistance loans (MALs) and loan deficiency payment (LDPs) are available for the 2013 crops of wheat, corn, grain sorghum, barley, oats, upland cotton, extra-long staple cotton, long grain rice, medium grain rice, soybeans, other oilseeds (including sunflower seed, rapeseed, canola, safflower, flaxseed, mustard seed, crambe and sesame seed), dry peas, lentils, small chickpeas, large ch...
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4-H Team Takes Aim at State
These Tillman County 4-H’ers competed Saturday 5-18-2013, at El Reno. The Sr. Team consisting of Barnard, Horschler, Tyra, Whittington placed 4th in the State competition. Dillon Barnard placed 1st place individual overall. The team is coached by Aaron Henson of the OSU Ext Services. If anyone is interested in the 4-h Shooting Sports program, contact the OSU Ext office at 580-335-2515.
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City encourages residents to practice fire safety
It has been extremely dry the past four years and with rising concerns about the availability of city water also comes the need to be cautious citizens in practicing safety at home to prevent unnecessary fires. Fire Chief James Heap of the Frederick Fire Department explained the importance of practicing safety. He said “With summer approaching, hot weather and dryness, it’s important to follow safety precautions while engaging in activities...
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<p>Dawn Mefford and Crystal Smart with a bunch of eager young readers</p>
Dig Into Reading At Your Library This Summer
The Frederick Public Library is gearing up for a truckload of fun in June with the return of the Summer Reading Program! This year we will have four programs, and the theme is “Dig Into Reading.” The programs will be held every Wednesday in June beginning June 5 th from 2:00 – 3:00 PM. All programs will be held at the Library. The Library is located at 200 E. Grand, on the corner of 11 th and Grand. On Wednesday, June 5, we will kick of...
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2011 Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments (SURE) Sign-up Ends June 7
The sign-up for the 2011 Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments (SURE) ends June 7, 2013. The SURE program is part of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 (Farm Bill). Under the 2008 Farm Bill, SURE authorizes assistance to farmers and ranchers who suffered crop losses caused by natural disasters occurring through September 30, 2011. Any eligible producer who suffered losses during the 2011 crop year is encouraged to visit a loc...
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Technology Grant Awarded to Frederick High School
Oklahoma Educational Technology Trust Announces Grant Recipients Students in 18 Oklahoma public schools will soon experience learning in new and innovative ways thanks to $40,000 in grants to purchase new technology equipment and professional development for teachers valued at $25,000 from the Oklahoma Educational Technology Trust. Each school will use the funds to purchase items such as iPads, interactive whiteboards, laptops and digita...
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Conservation Reserve Program Sign-Up Began May 20
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will conduct a four-week Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) general sign-up beginning May 20 and ending on June 14. Also, USDA will restart the sign-up for continuous CRP, including the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program, State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement Initiative, the Highly Erodible Land Initiative, the Grassland Restoration Initiative, the Pollinator Habitat Initiative and other related ...
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<p>Loyd Benson, President of the Frederick School Enrichment Foundation, presents the Clara Berry Award to Sage Watson</p>
Sage Watson Receives “Clara Berry Twentieth Century Award”
Frederick High School Class of 2013 Co-Valedictorian Sage Watson was presented the “Clara Berry Twentieth Century Award” by Loyd Benson, President of the Frederick School Enrichment Foundation, at Frederick High School’s Graduation ceremony on May 16, 2013. Sage is the daughter of Doug and Millie Watson. The “Clara Berry Twentieth Century Award” is one of Frederick High School’s oldest and most prestigious traditions. Dr. L.A. Mitchell, an ...
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Sports Physicals Provided at Frederick Clinic
Sports Physicals are being given throughout the summer and must be scheduled by the Clinic Staff except for the day of August 7th. This year all Sports Physicals will be given for a fee of $10.00 due at time of scheduling. All students must bring the information listed below. All Students Must Have The Physical Form Complete and Signed By A Parent ( Physical forms can be picked up at the FHS office) Students That Wear Glasses Need...
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<p>Melissa Huff</p>
Huff Named New Chamber Executive Director
The Frederick Chamber Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Melissa Huff has been selected as the new Chamber Executive Director effective June 1st. Melissa is currently employed at Community Action Development Corporation, and has lived in Frederick for over 25 years. She looks forward to serving in her new position with the Chamber.
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Stone Named Xi Alpha Woman of the Year
Xi Alpha Chi selected Marsha Stone for their 2013 Beta Sigma Phi’s Women of the Year. Marsha volunteers with Salvation Army, Summer lunch program, CADC tax program, and the little league sports.
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<p>Kennedy Gilbert</p>
Gilbert and Waugh are Tipton High School’s Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Kennedy is the 18-year-old daughter of Todd and Cindy Gilbert. She has achieved a numerical grade point average of 96.52. Her high school activities include: FFA - 4 years, volleyball - 4 years, basketball - 4 years, softball - 3 years, and Student Council - 3 years. Kennedy has received numerous honors while attending Tipton High School including: Oklahoma Honor Society, National Honor Society, Superintendent’s Honor Roll, Masonic Lodge Ou...
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School Board Considers Drug Tests for All Extra-Curricular Students
The Frederick School Board is considering having all extra-curricular students take a drug test at the first of the school year. In the past the students were subject to a random test throughout the year, and that will continue regardless of the board’s decision to make the initial test for all extra-curricular students. Board president James Heap made the recommendation but added it would also depend on the amount additional cost involve...
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Frederick School Enrichment Foundation Provides Robotics Kits
The Frederick School Enrichment Foundation provided funding for numerous projects and supplies for Frederick students during the 2012-13 school year. The Foundation supported the development of a competition robotics program at Frederick High School with purchase of Mindstorm robotics kits for student use. The robotics program provides FHS students with valuable fundamental hands-on experience in engineering. The Frederick School Enrichme...
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<p>Kennedy Gilbert</p>
Steady Bill Gatin’
For the first time since 2002, a Tipton senior has been awarded the Bill Gates Millennium Scholarship. Only 1,000 students, worldwide, receive this scholarship each year, and Kennedy Gilbert is the recipient of this great honor. Applicants for this scholarship have to be from an ethnic minority. Kennedy is Cherokee Indian. They also must complete a lengthy application process, have a high GPA, and come highly recommended. Kennedy says she...
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Lorah Quilt to be Given Away
A quilt made by Glenda Lorah of Frederick is being given away as a raffle fundraiser the Tillman County Historical Society. The beautiful lap-sized quilt is made in colors of teal, black and white and comes with a matching pillow case. Tickets are $1 and may be purchased at the Pioneer Townsite Museum, BancFirst in Frederick, and First National Bank in Frederick. Tickets will also be available at the museum on Abernathy Day, Saturday, J...
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Frederick Community Summer Blood Drive May 23
Blood donors can ‘FEEL FIERCE’ about giving Thursday, May 23, from noon to 6 p.m. at an Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) summer community blood drive. Frederick Hospital will sponsor the event at First United Methodist Church in the Fellowship Hall. Donors will experience the satisfaction of saving as many as three peoples’ lives! Each will receive a voucher, redeemable for two tickets to the Oklahoma City Zoo and a T-shirt, featuring the Zoo...
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<p>Charles &#8220;Doc&#8221; Tennessen</p>
Frederick Bomber Supporter Bids Community Farewell
In life it is hard to say goodbye to friends whose influence and impact on others has been deeper than a friendship, but a lasting imprint on another’s life as a person of character and one who possesses a steadfast heart. Charles “Doc” Tennessen is one of the most unforgettable people it has been a pleasure for me to know in life and with an ounce of sadness due to him and wife Cora Sue moving to Texas, it is while visiting with the couple f...
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<p>Sage Watson</p>
Watson and Van der Laan Named FHS Co-Valedictorians
Shannon Van der Laan and Sage Watson have been named Co-Valedictorians of the Frederick High School Class of 2013. Shannon is the daughter of John and Dorane Van der Laan. She has a 4.0 GPA and an ACT Score of 27 and has been in Talented and Gifted academics. She has also earned college credits in Into to Psychology, AP Environmental Science, College Algebra, Government, Trigonometry, and AP Literature. She has won awards showing dairy ...
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School Notice: Prather Brown Ending School Year a Day Early
Due to construction at the Prather Brown Elementary School, Prather Brown students last day of class will be Thursday May 16 th , 2013. This decision has been made in order for the staff to begin vacating the building to prepare for the construction to begin on the Prather Brown Center on Monday, May 20 th 2013. All other schools will be in session Friday May 17 th , 2013. Shannon Vanderburg Superintendent Frederick Public Schools
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FHS Grad Named Elgin’s Teacher of the Year
Mrs. Lori Janda, Senior English teacher at Elgin High School, received the high honor of Teacher of the Year for Elgin Public Schools. Lori has been teaching at Elgin since 2007 and has taught English I and English IV, as well as the elective, Reading for Pleasure. She is married to Clint Janda, and they have two boys, Cade and Logan that attend school in the Elgin district. She is a graduate of Frederick High School and Cameron University. ...
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<p>1st Year Band</p>
FMS Bands Compete At Marlow Band Festival 2013
On Saturday, April 6, the Frederick Middle School Bands traveled to Marlow, Oklahoma, where they competed in the annual Marlow Band Festival. Both bands earned superior ratings from each judge in concert competition. The 1 st -Year Band, composed of 6 th graders, played “Ode to Joy” and a medley of “Old McDonald”, “When the Saints fo Marching In”, and “Hard Rock Blues”, all arranged by John Higgins. The FMS Band, composed of 2 nd and 3 rd -...
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