Operation C.A.R.E. Ministries hosts rodeo fundraiser

Operation C.A.R.E. Ministries of Tillman County hosted a “Round-up for Jesus” rodeo fundraiser on Friday, Aug. 5, and Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022. Operation C.A.R.E. Director Douglas …

WWII Airborne Demonstration Team hosts Summer Jump School

Tucked away in Tillman County is a World War II Army Airfield. Frederick Army Airfield was opened Sept. 23, 1942, to train pilots. Although the Airfield’s military flight operations ceased in …

Last remaining pathfinder pilot celebrates 100th birthday in Frederick

Remember. Honor. Serve. That is the motto of the World War II Airborne Demonstration team and it is what they do best. A 100th birthday bash was held July 16, 2022, honoring the last living pathfinder pilot from World War II.

Obituaries

Boyd Bennight

Memorial service for Boyd Marlin Bennight, age 86, of Frederick, Oklahoma, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, at the Orr Gray Gish Chapel with Jacob Bennight, grandson, officiating. Mr. …

Dr. Stephen Mac Cameron, DDS

Dr. Stephen Mac Cameron, DDS passed away peacefully and steadfast in his faith on Aug. 3, 2022, after a brief illness. Steve was born in Frederick on April 18, 1941 to Floyd E. Cameron …

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Tillman County deputy charged with child abuse

Tillman County Sheriff’s deputy Floyd Matheny was arrested on charges of felony child abuse on Sept. 13, 2022, after an investigation.

Frederick Press-Leader sold to Wesner Media Group

Scott Wesner and Scott Wood, owners of Wesner Media, purchased the Frederick Press-Leader, the Altus Times, and the Mangum Star Aug. 1, 2022.

Applications available for Foundation’s Fisher Scholarship

Applications for the Frederick School Enrichment Foundation Cora Fisher Scholarship for 2021 graduates of Frederick High School are now available at the high school counselor’s office or Benson …

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Sleeping fish? From sharks to salmon, here’s how they grab a snooze

A large group of yellowfin tuna swimming off the coast of Italy. Like all fish, they sleep, but it’s not like human sleep. Giordano Cipriani/The Image Bank via Getty Images Michael …

Why are some people mosquito magnets and others unbothered?

It’s rare to attend an outdoor party in warm weather without hearing people complain about mosquitoes. They swat away, sit in campfire smoke, cover up with blankets and eventually just give up and go indoors. On the other end of the spectrum, there are plenty of people who don’t seem bothered by mosquitoes in the slightest.

Could you pass the U.S. citizenship test?

There are 100 questions on the civics section of the U.S. citizenship test. Applicants are asked ten of those questions orally and must answer at least six of them correctly. Stacker compiled a list of the test's questions and answers; can you answer them all correctly?

Had a safe flight? Innovation in American commercial aerospace drives the way.

(BPT) - As Labor Day marked the traditional end of summer, it is no secret this year’s travel season was quite the bumpy ride. Travel was up as Americans took to the skies again. In fact, the …

A Flatbread for the Family

(Culinary.net) This Chipotle Chicken Flatbread makes for a perfect al fresco meal. Prepared along with a fresh salad or simply enjoyed by itself, this flatbread is simple to make and even kids will love adding the toppings and sauce.