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The halls of Okarche Elementary School were buzzing with festive excitement during the Christmas season.Each teacher brought a unique touch to the celebrations, making the time of year not just memorable, but also filled with joy and excitement for the students.

Devon Energy has opened applications for its 2025 Inclusion Grants, dedicated to supporting organizations that accelerate community growth and innovation across its operational areas.

The Kingfisher Community Fund (KCF) announced the opening of its 2025 grant cycle on Jan. 1. KCF seeks to fund projects and organizations that enhance the quality of life in Kingfisher.

Kingfisher County commissioners approved a notice to bidders for a brush truck for the Hennessey Fire Department Monday at their weekly meeting.

The University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma recently named 322 students to the university’s two honor rolls for the fall 2024 trimester.University records show 186 students were named to the USAO Honor Roll and 136 students to the Regents Honor Roll.

After about 30 minutes in executive session Monday night, the Hennessey Board of Education voted to pay $55,000 for property located at 519 E. Kansas.

A day-long snow Thursday left 2.5 inches on the ground locally.That related to .28 inch of moisture, Local Weather Observer Steve Loftis reported Friday. The system left snow wherever it went.Southeast Oklahoma received the heaviest amounts.Reports were received of 4.

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday for voters in the city of Kingfi sher to decide the fate of a sales tax extension to fund a new fire department.The election is to extend a one-half cent sales tax for an additional 10 years and is open only to voters within the city.

The Kingfisher Chamber of Commerce has announced the date and theme for its annual banquet.More than 350 guests are expected to gather Jan. 27 at the Kingfisher County Fairgrounds Exhibit Building to celebrate the theme of “This is My Town.”Networking and games will begin at 5:30 p.m.

A Kingfisher woman was found deceased last Monday in her vehicle outside of an Okarche restaurant.Delita Starr, 64, was pronounced deceased outside of the Sonic Drive-In, according to reports.