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Dickson graduate opens kayak rental business

By Drew Butler, dbutler@cherryroad.com A recent Dickson graduate has opened a business renting kayaks to visitors to Lake Murray. Lane Phipps, who graduated in 2024, officially started renting kayaks on…

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Column: Surviving the latest move

By Michael Pineda Columns are typically easier to write when you have life experiences to fill them up. Over the last two weeks, I have had my fill of life…

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Fireworks still illegal in Ardmore city limits: Violators subject to a $200 fine

By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com During this year’s legislative session, the Rocket’s Red Glare bill was signed into law, loosening restrictions on fireworks. Under new guidelines, Oklahomans will be able to shoot off fireworks on their private property if certain criteria is met. The county must not be under a burn ban, and prior notice must…

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Juneteenth The Juneteenth Community Block Party is scheduled for 2 to 10 p.m., June 20 on East Main Street. The event will include DJs along with a bike showcase, peach cobbler contest, dominoes tournament, BBQ cook-off, bounce houses, soul food and much more. Celebrating art Murray State College will host a statue design unveiling fpr…

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Cheers and jeers

By Michael Pineda Cheers to James Gilmartin, Kerry Ross and Berry Lee-Brinkman for winning their elections. Another cheer is also in order for those who sought election to public office and offered voters a choice. It is not easy work putting yourself out there to run for office and the work that is required. Cheers…

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Dickson graduate opens kayak rental business

By Drew Butler, dbutler@cherryroad.com A recent Dickson graduate has opened a business renting kayaks to visitors to Lake Murray. Lane Phipps, who graduated in 2024, officially started renting kayaks on June 8 through his business…

Lifestyle

Column: Surviving the latest move

By Michael Pineda Columns are typically easier to write when you have life experiences to fill them up. Over the last two weeks, I have had my fill of life experience thanks to a residential…