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City of Duncan Public Works Department will be doing a roadwork project in two phases on West Elk Avenue beginning on Monday, July 28, 2025. Crews will be working during the hours of approximately 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday until project completion.First phase will be West Elk Avenue between Country Club Road and 12th Street. The second phase will be West Elk Avenue between 12th and 14th Streets. Local access to residential properties in the area will always be maintained. Drivers are urged to continue to use caution in this area, watch for workers and observe all […]Read more...
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By Blake Moren, CTCN CorrespondentFrom Aug.13-16, the Stephens County Free Fair will take place at the Stephens County Fair & Expo Center. The event is free and family friendly.There will be live entertainment, commercial vendor booths, a trade show, arts and crafts, a rodeo and a carnival. There will also be homemade pie, barbecue brisket, charcoal-grilled hamburgers and Indian tacos.Also taking place are the fair’s annual pageant, various rodeo events. There will also be livestock exhibits and shows that are going to include sheep and cattle.The Farmhand Olympics will also take place as well as 4-H exhibits and textile exhibits.There […]Read more...
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Duncan, Okla. – Main Street Duncan held its annual banquet Thursday, July 24 at The Think Ability Gardens, marking a night of celebration, recognition, and community spirit. The event featured both live and silent auctions, sponsored by Special Days Cakes & Confectionary. Guests enjoyed DJ music from Charm’n Entertainment, a photo booth by DD Visuals, and several raffle prizes, donated by local merchants, sponsored by Whitten Funeral Home.A highlight of the evening was the live auction, expertly conducted by Gary Criwell. Proceeds from the night will go toward the purchase of new Christmas lights for downtown Duncan, brightening the streets […]Read more...
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On June 24th, the Oklahoma Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a lawsuit filed by the Oklahoma Republican Party challenging the constitutionality of SQ# 836. Justices did not immediately issue a ruling. SQ#836 aims to change Oklahoma’s primary election system from closed primaries to an open system. The OKGOP maintains SQ#836 violates the First Amendment rights of association by forcing the Party to accept votes from those not registered with the Party. They contend political parties have the right to determine who participates in their nomination process.Proponents of SQ#836 were represented by former U.S. Attorney Robert McCampbell. He pointed out […]Read more...
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By Barbara Hoberock, Oklahoma VoiceOKLAHOMA CITY – George Nigh, a former governor who opened the door for women to serve on the state’s highest court, has died. He was 98.Nigh family spokesman Bob Burke said Nigh passed away Wednesday morning at home surrounded by family.Born June 9, 1927, in McAlester to Wilber and Irene Nigh, George Nigh holds the record for time served in the Governor’s Office. He formally served four times as governor, the most of any politician in state history.State leaders remembered the Democrat as a man who put his state first and served as a mentor to […]Read more...
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By Blake Moren, CTCN CorrespondentOn Aug. 2, at 1:30 p.m., the 23rd Annual Free Fair Pageant will take place at the Stephens County Fair and Expo Center. It started in 2003. There will be 18 contestants.These contestants are going to compete in interviews, casual wear and party wear. Additionally, there is also going to be a Miss Photogenic chosen for each category from photos that are submitted.Tickets cost $5 at the Stephens County Fairgrounds until Aug 1 at 4:30 p.m. Tickets will not be sold at the door.Here are the contestants:Kealy Alcorn, Espynn Castor, Avery Conner, Kimber Armstrong, Taylor Hesbrook, […]Read more...
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Reported by Lawton ConstitutionKaden Sanner Roden, 25, Duncan, has been sentenced to serve 40 months in federal prison for an assault with a dangerous weapon in Indian country, announced U.S. Attorney Robert J. Troester.On Nov. 7, 2023, a federal grand jury charged Roden with assault with a dangerous weapon. According to public record, in March 2023, Roden was involved in an argument with another individual over an alleged debt that was owed. When the victim attempted to drive away, Roden shot at the victim’s vehicle several times, striking the driver’s side of the car once. The victim was not injured, […]Read more...
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by Wayne Watts, publisher It’s the middle of the year and becoming hot. However, one of the great joys of an Oklahoma summer is the red ripe tomato crop.Let’s see who can grow the largest one.The Chisholm Trail Community News is looking for the largest locally grown tomato of the season. If you have a contender, bring that amazing tomato to the News office for an official weigh-in and photo. On Tuesday, Aug. 12, we will compare all the entries and award a $25 Gift Certificate to the grower of the largest tomato entered.Bring your tomato to one of two […]Read more...
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City of Duncan Public Works Department will be doing a roadwork project in two phases on West Elk Avenue beginning on Monday, July 28, 2025. Crews will be working during the hours of approximately 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday until project completion.First phase will be West Elk Avenue between Country Club Road and 12th Street. The second phase will be West Elk Avenue between 12th and 14th Streets. Local access to residential properties in the area will always be maintained. Drivers are urged to continue to use caution in this area, watch for workers and observe all […]Read more...
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Stephens County Fair
By Blake Moren, CTCN CorrespondentFrom Aug.13-16, the Stephens County Free Fair will take place at the Stephens County Fair & Expo Center. The event is free and family friendly.There will be live entertainment, commercial vendor booths, a trade show, arts and crafts, a rodeo and a carnival. There will also be homemade pie, barbecue brisket, charcoal-grilled hamburgers and Indian tacos.Also taking place are the fair’s annual pageant, various rodeo events. There will also be livestock exhibits and shows that are going to include sheep and cattle.The Farmhand Olympics will also take place as well as 4-H exhibits and textile exhibits.There […]Read more...
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Main Street honors
Duncan, Okla. – Main Street Duncan held its annual banquet Thursday, July 24 at The Think Ability Gardens, marking a night of celebration, recognition, and community spirit. The event featured both live and silent auctions, sponsored by Special Days Cakes & Confectionary. Guests enjoyed DJ music from Charm’n Entertainment, a photo booth by DD Visuals, and several raffle prizes, donated by local merchants, sponsored by Whitten Funeral Home.A highlight of the evening was the live auction, expertly conducted by Gary Criwell. Proceeds from the night will go toward the purchase of new Christmas lights for downtown Duncan, brightening the streets […]Read more...
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SQ#836 IS FLIM-FLAM!
On June 24th, the Oklahoma Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a lawsuit filed by the Oklahoma Republican Party challenging the constitutionality of SQ# 836. Justices did not immediately issue a ruling. SQ#836 aims to change Oklahoma’s primary election system from closed primaries to an open system. The OKGOP maintains SQ#836 violates the First Amendment rights of association by forcing the Party to accept votes from those not registered with the Party. They contend political parties have the right to determine who participates in their nomination process.Proponents of SQ#836 were represented by former U.S. Attorney Robert McCampbell. He pointed out […]Read more...
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Former Oklahoma Gov.
By Barbara Hoberock, Oklahoma VoiceOKLAHOMA CITY – George Nigh, a former governor who opened the door for women to serve on the state’s highest court, has died. He was 98.Nigh family spokesman Bob Burke said Nigh passed away Wednesday morning at home surrounded by family.Born June 9, 1927, in McAlester to Wilber and Irene Nigh, George Nigh holds the record for time served in the Governor’s Office. He formally served four times as governor, the most of any politician in state history.State leaders remembered the Democrat as a man who put his state first and served as a mentor to […]Read more...
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Fair Pageant numbers
By Blake Moren, CTCN CorrespondentOn Aug. 2, at 1:30 p.m., the 23rd Annual Free Fair Pageant will take place at the Stephens County Fair and Expo Center. It started in 2003. There will be 18 contestants.These contestants are going to compete in interviews, casual wear and party wear. Additionally, there is also going to be a Miss Photogenic chosen for each category from photos that are submitted.Tickets cost $5 at the Stephens County Fairgrounds until Aug 1 at 4:30 p.m. Tickets will not be sold at the door.Here are the contestants:Kealy Alcorn, Espynn Castor, Avery Conner, Kimber Armstrong, Taylor Hesbrook, […]Read more...
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Duncan man sentenced
Reported by Lawton ConstitutionKaden Sanner Roden, 25, Duncan, has been sentenced to serve 40 months in federal prison for an assault with a dangerous weapon in Indian country, announced U.S. Attorney Robert J. Troester.On Nov. 7, 2023, a federal grand jury charged Roden with assault with a dangerous weapon. According to public record, in March 2023, Roden was involved in an argument with another individual over an alleged debt that was owed. When the victim attempted to drive away, Roden shot at the victim’s vehicle several times, striking the driver’s side of the car once. The victim was not injured, […]Read more...
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Big Tomato Contest
by Wayne Watts, publisher It’s the middle of the year and becoming hot. However, one of the great joys of an Oklahoma summer is the red ripe tomato crop.Let’s see who can grow the largest one.The Chisholm Trail Community News is looking for the largest locally grown tomato of the season. If you have a contender, bring that amazing tomato to the News office for an official weigh-in and photo. On Tuesday, Aug. 12, we will compare all the entries and award a $25 Gift Certificate to the grower of the largest tomato entered.Bring your tomato to one of two […]Read more...
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School supply giveaway
By Blake Moren, CTCN CorrespondentThis year’s school supply giveaway, Fiesta In Fuqua, will take place at the Park from 9-11 a.m. Aug. 2 This includes new paper, pencils and crayons.This event helps students of all age classes prepare for the upcoming school year. Students will also receive one backpack filled with supplies.A free book for each student will also be given by the Duncan Area Literacy Council, as well as snacks.Vendor booths will be present. These include TapOut Fitness, Lucas Martial Arts, Cotton Electric and Duncan Family Eye Care.Before checking in, students and their families are encouraged to form a […]Read more...
Back after a long holiday weekend, lawmakers must reach an agreement on a budget plan before the Friday deadline when government funding runs out, but demands from each side of the aisle are impeding progress on negotiations.
