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Bardgett named to Missouri State dean’s list

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Aubrianna Bardgett of Mannford was named to the Missouri State University spring 2026 dean’s list.Dean’s list students must be undergraduate students enrolled in at least 12 credit hours during the semester and earn at least a 3.50 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale.

Belk named to Rockhurst dean’s list

KANSAS CITY, MO — Braden Belk of Sand Springs has been named to the Rockhurst University dean’s list for the spring 2026 semester.The honor recognizes students who achieved a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.

Voter Info for July

• July 31 is voter registration deadline for August 25 Runoff Primary Election and Special Elections
Creek County Arrests

Creek County Arrests

Creek County Arrests

The following were booked into Creek County jail June 29 to July 5. All subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The charges and bail amounts may change after court appearances and may not be current.

Mannford AMI project to move forward

MANNFORD — Mannford residents will not bear any additional cost for the city’s Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project, according to a recent update from City Manager Gerald Haury.
Jake Williams and Grant Porter show off their catch during weigh-in at the state tournament, where their second-place finish helped qualify them for the Strike King Bassmaster High School Championship July 30-Aug. 1 on Kentucky Lake in Paris, Tennessee.

Jake Williams and Grant Porter show off their catch during weigh-in at the state tournament, where their second-place finish helped qualify them for the Strike King Bassmaster High School Championship July 30-Aug. 1 on Kentucky Lake in Paris, Tennessee.

Mannford anglers qualify for national championship

MANNFORD — Two Mannford anglers are headed to one of the biggest stages in high school bass fishing.Jake Williams and Grant Porter have qualified for the Strike King Bassmaster High School Championship, set for July 30 through Aug. 1 on Kentucky Lake out of Paris, Tennessee.

Clear your hydrants

North 48 VFD encourages cleanup The North 48 Fire Department has began a campaign to encourage residents to clear brush around fire hydrants.

Firestation open during power outage

TERLTON — As widespread power outages impacted several communities over the weekend, the North 48 Fire Department and Terlton Community Volunteer Fire Department once again stepped in to help residents by offering charging stations and shower facilities.