June is still jumping
SATURDAY, JUNE 18Farmers Market – 8 a.m. to noon, 505 N. Main St.THURSDAY, JUNE 23Who Shot the Sheriff? – 8 p.m., outdoor dinner show at Block 35.FRIDAY, JUNE 24Fourth Friday in the Park – 6:30-9 p.m.
News
Jech seeks re-election to Dist. 26
[Editor’s note: Incumbent State Sen. Darcy Jech has authorized the Times & Free Press to publish the following paid announcement of his bid for re-election to State Senate District 26, subject to the June 28 Republican Primary.
Golfers raise $7,500 for food bank
Thanks to some local golfers, the Jacket Food Pantry will have no problems keeping its shelves stocked in the foreseeable future.The Kingfisher Golf Association last Saturday presented a check for $7,500 to help fund the pantry, which is open to any family with students at Kingfisher Public Schools.
Hennessey water plant repairs questioned by board members
An entire steel support pallet, referred to as a skid, needs to be replaced at Hennessey’s 19-year-old reverse osmosis water plant.That’s what Hennessey Board of Trustees were told at their Thursday, June 9, meeting at Town Hall.
HPS staff approved for raises
Raises for Hennessey Public School certified and support staff were approved at Monday night’s school board meeting.Extra duty salaries will also get a boost.
7 KHS band members plus director take part in Classic Bowl festivities
A number of members of the Pride of Kingfisher marching band took part earlier this month in the Classic Bowl XXXIV festivities in Woodward.
Local students listed on OSU’s spring honor rolls
A total of 7,097 students were named to the 2022 spring semester honor rolls at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, including 3,173 students named to the President’s Honor Roll for earning an A grade in all their courses.
Healthy freezer meals subject of next Extension office lesson
Kingfisher County Extension will host a leader lesson next week on “Healthy Freezer Meals.” The lesson is 10-11 a.m.The lesson is 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, June 22.Participants will learn about freezer meal tips and will receive recipes of a variety of meals.
Hennessey Police Department reports
Following are recent reports filed by members of the Hennessey Police Department:Domestic violence – Police were dispatched to 209 E. Iowa St. at 11:43 p.m. May 12. One person was arrested for domestic violence and booked in at the Kingfisher County Criminal Justice Center.
Be diligent with ATV safety this summer
School is out and for families in the agriculture industry, children likely will spend countless hours lending a hand with various chores. While safety is important any day of the year, summer is a time of year to be even more diligent.