Lorraine Marie Henry

Lorraine Marie Henry, age 78, of Prague, Oklahoma, passedawaypeacefully on December 26, 2025, in Prague. She was born on May 7, 1947, in Chandler, Oklahoma, to Jack and Lavada M. (Wakley) Place.Lorraine’s early years were shaped by a life of movement and adaptability.

Melody Lynn Draper

Melody Lynn Draper, 69, of Meeker, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025. She was born on March 2, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio, to James Rothaar and Geraldine McQueen Rothaar.

Jewelene “Judy” Mildred Mascho

Jewelene “Judy” Mildred Mascho, age 87, a longtime resident of Chandler, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.Judy was born on June 15, 1938, in Davenport, Oklahoma, to Roy and Jewell (Campbell) Hallock.

Spotlight on the FFA

Dale FFAOffice: Vice President Class: Senior Family: Parents - Clay & Cassie; Siblings - Caleb, Calvin & ClaireSchool activities in addition to FFA: Gordon Cooper, AP History & English, Student CouncilWhat is the most important thing you learned in FFA?

TEACHER OF THE WEEK

Danielle MorganHometown: Prague College: UCO Degrees: BS in Education, specializing in child development.Years taught: 5Years at Prague: 4Currently teaching: KindergartenFamily: Proudest daughter of Danny and the late Debbie Morgan, step-daughter of Treasure Morgan; sister to Zac and Maegan Morgan.

Family time

The year 2025 has been challenging and is one that I, for one, most likely will never forget if I ever forget about it.While we are starting a new year, I’ve tried to give considerable thought to the resolutions for the coming 12 months.

Taking the green

Jet Smith isn’t afraid of setting out on his own.The senior at North Rock Creek started his own car detailing business -- thanks to some inspiration from his brother-in-law -- when he needed a job that would fit his busy schedule.