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Kingfisher Oklahoma

Local CPA honored for longtime membership

The Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants recently honored its 30-, 40- and 50-year members at the organization’s 101st annual members meeting on June 7 in Broken Arrow. One CPA from Kingfisher was among those honored.

Collier among best in nation

When she was in the fifth grade, Madison Collier tossed a discus and a shot for the very first time. Just a few years later, she’s not only among the best in the state in those track and field events, but among the best in the nation.

Ultimate consolation prize

Kingfisher didn’t repeat as champion of the Oklahoma State University team basketball camp last weekend, but a pair of Yellowjackets came away with something even more valuable.

The longer I live the clearer the past gets

There were several train derailments in Hennessey shortly after we moved there in 1978. Then-mayor Eddie Pryor tackled the problem armed with a can of white spray paint. He walked the railroad tracks and marked an X on defective ties.

Black education decline

A MINORITY OPINION:  New York Mayor Bill de Blasio says that the city’s specialized high schools have a diversity problem. He’s joined by New York City Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza, educators, students and community leaders who want to fix the diversity problem.

How victim mentality is pushing women toward socialism

With the rise of politicians such as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., socialism is becoming increasingly popular, particularly among women. But why? Americans are no longer just flirting with the idea of socialism. They’re increasingly enamored by it.

Agency lobbying reform a welcome change

OCPA REPORT:  A major achievement of Gov. Kevin Stitt’s first year was gaining the authority to appoint directors at five major agencies. His work to eliminate agency use of contract lobbyists should be seen in the same light.

Recent cases filed in Kingfisher County District Court

Marriage Licenses Kingfisher County Court Clerk Lisa Markus issued marriage licenses recently to the following couples: June 4: Dakota Jay Meloy, 27, and Stacie Elizabeth Boggs, 25, both of Hennessey. June 5: Chance Allen Kordis, 33, and Kiley Elizabeth Simon, 28, both of Kingfisher.

Pipeline company files lawsuits for easements

Navigator SMS Pipeline LLC has filed a number of lawsuits in Kingfisher County District Court to obtain easements from landowners for the first phase of its pipeline project.
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