Logan Lease

By Lynn McCulley

Logan Lease may only be 12, but the Vian student has been sporting a mullet for the past year in hopes of winning the kids division USA Mullet Championships.

Logan, one of many contestants in the annual contest, said he made it to the top round prior to the top final contestants who were most “Liked” on Facebook. Unfortunately, he did not make it to the finals. The top 25 kids with the most “Likes” moved on to the final round and the winner will be decided by a panel of ju...

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Threat against Moffett School prompts multi-agency investigation

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

February 19, 2026

A social media threat targeting Moffett Public School prompted a swift, multi-agency investigation Wednesday evening and led school officials to cancel classes on Thursday as a precaution. According t...

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Armed domestic prompts closure of highway

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

February 19, 2026

A domestic disturbance involving a firearm led to a temporary shutdown of a portion of U.S. Highway 64 between Vian and Gore on Tuesday evening. According to dispatch reports from Oklahoma Highway Pat...

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Warrant issued for man accused of helping dump victim’s body

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

February 19, 2026

An arrest warrant has been issued for Nathan O. Curtis, 48, of Muldrow, who has been charged with accessory to murder in the first degree in connection with the death of Derek Marshall, whose body was...

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Women injured after alleged assault, kidnapping

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

February 19, 2026

Two women reportedly escaped an alleged assault and possible kidnapping attempt on January 27, after jumping from a pickup and running to nearby workers for help, according to an affidavit filed by th...

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American flag agreements sought for veterans

February 19, 2026

For many years, members of the American Legion Carnie Welch Post 27 have taken care of American flags they’ve placed at veteran gravesites for which they have agreements. But the members would like to...

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Laine Forrest

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

February 19, 2026

At just 23 years old, Laine Forrest has already found what many spend a lifetime searching for — meaningful work that blends passion with purpose. Since October 2025, Forrest has served as print lead ...