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Maddox Caldwell shakes hands with Dale Board of Education Clerk Ronnie Newton during the Dale High School graduation at FireLake Arena on May 22. DHS graduated 46 seniors this year. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Maddox Caldwell shakes hands with Dale Board of Education Clerk Ronnie Newton during the Dale High School graduation at FireLake Arena on May 22. DHS graduated 46 seniors this year. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Dale’s Class of 2025 Balances Books, Ballfields, and Big Dreams

News Staff
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Poplyn Robinson Poplyn Robinson is the daughter of Rod and Allison Robinson. She has attended Dale since Pre-K. She has a GPA of 4.19. Poplyn is an AP Scholar, Blue Ribbon Scholar, National Rural and Small Town Recognition Program Class Vice President and Valedictorian.

Dr. Posey encourages grads to be bold, stay grounded, keep growing

News Staff
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Dear Class of 2025, As you prepare to turn the page to an exciting new chapter, I want to extend my warmest congratulations to each of you. Graduation is more than just a ceremony— it’s a tribute to your hard work, resilience, and growth throughout your time here at Bethel High School.
Wanette Valedictorian Kyler Cates

Wanette Valedictorian Kyler Cates

Wanette’s Top Graduates Celebrate Endings and New Beginnings

News Staff
Thursday, June 26, 2025
The Class of 2025 Valedictorian for Wanette High School is Kyler Cates. He has been an excellent student throughout his high school career. He is involved in multiple clubs, including yearbook, student council, and archery.His senior quote is “Celebrate endings — for they precede new beginnings.
A covered wagon and a carriage from Crossroads Cowboy Church in Harrah make their way east on Broadway Ave. during the McLoud Blackberry Festival Parade on June 21. There were 75-80 entries in the parade, said Melanie Krause with the McLoud Chamber of Commerce.

A covered wagon and a carriage from Crossroads Cowboy Church in Harrah make their way east on Broadway Ave. during the McLoud Blackberry Festival Parade on June 21. There were 75-80 entries in the parade, said Melanie Krause with the McLoud Chamber of Commerce.

Crowds Celebrate McLoud’s Anniversary and Blackberry Festival

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Thursday, June 26, 2025
On June 20-21, McLoud celebrated its 130th anniversary and the estimated 83rd anniversary of the McLoud Blackberry Festival, said Melanie Krause, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce.
"Hooplahoma" Chelsea Parks, of the Inspyral Circus, balances on a ball and juggles hoops at the Tecumseh Public Library on June 12. Parks demonstrated her circus skills and taught a crowd of children.

"Hooplahoma" Chelsea Parks, of the Inspyral Circus, balances on a ball and juggles hoops at the Tecumseh Public Library on June 12. Parks demonstrated her circus skills and taught a crowd of children.

Tecumseh Library Hosts Inspyral Circus

News Staff
Thursday, June 19, 2025