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Former Oklahoma Congressman Steve Russell gets oriented in a JAARS Pilatus PC–6 Porter.STEVE RUSSELL

Former Oklahoma Congressman Steve Russell gets oriented in a JAARS Pilatus PC–6 Porter.STEVE RUSSELL

Fueled by aviation, Steve Russell is on a mission to spread the Gospel

News Staff
Friday, January 6, 2023
By Eric Blinderman  | Senior Director of Communications Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association   In October, former Oklahoma Congressman Steve Russell was named chief executive officer of JAARS, a global organization that has a mandate to make Bible translation and language development possible,...

Jobless claims creeping up but remain relatively low

Mike W. Ray Staff Writer
Friday, January 6, 2023
OKLAHOMA CITY — The number of people out of work in Oklahoma has been creeping up for three consecutive months but remained relatively low in the closing weeks of December. In Oklahoma, first-time claims filed the week of Dec. 24 numbered 1,452, which was 34 fewer than were filed the previous week.
From the left, District Judge Grant Sheperd administers the oath of office to commissioners John O’Brien and Josh Powers Dec. 30, 2022, in the jury room on the second floor of the courthouse. O’Brien and Powers pledged to support the U.S. Constitution, the Oklahoma Constitution and federal and state laws. CARL LEWIS | SOUTHWEST LEDGER

From the left, District Judge Grant Sheperd administers the oath of office to commissioners John O’Brien and Josh Powers Dec. 30, 2022, in the jury room on the second floor of the courthouse. O’Brien and Powers pledged to support the U.S. Constitution, the Oklahoma Constitution and federal and state laws. CARL LEWIS | SOUTHWEST LEDGER

O’Brien, Powers sworn into office

News Staff
Friday, January 6, 2023
LAWTON — Two new Comanche County commissioners were sworn into office in a short ceremony Dec. 30 at the Comanche County Courthouse. District Judge Grant Sheperd administered the oath of office to commissioners John O’Brien and Josh Powers in the jury room on the second floor of the courthouse.
Patrons enjoy a meal prior to New Year’s Eve festivities Dec. 31, 2022, at Jamil’s Steakhouse on Lincoln Boulevard. RIP STELL | SOUTHWEST LEDGER

Patrons enjoy a meal prior to New Year’s Eve festivities Dec. 31, 2022, at Jamil’s Steakhouse on Lincoln Boulevard. RIP STELL | SOUTHWEST LEDGER

Politics and tabouli go together at Jamil’s

M. Scott Carter Okc Bureau Reporter
Friday, January 6, 2023
OKLAHOMA CITY —  The basic rule in real estate is a simple one: location, location, location. That same rule also applies in politics, too. Especially when it comes to choosing a place to dine. In Oklahoma, the guy who owns Jamil’s Steakhouse has a deep understanding of this rule.

Chickasha police chief resigns

News Staff
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
CHICKASHA — The City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to approve a separation agreement with Police Chief Kathryn Rowell. Rowell, hired in 2019, made history as Chickasha’s first female chief of police.
Cyril rancher Jay Snider of Cyril will serve as Oklahoma’s State Poet Laureate in 2023-2024. PHOTO COURTESY OF OKLAHOMA ARTS COUNCIL

Cyril rancher Jay Snider of Cyril will serve as Oklahoma’s State Poet Laureate in 2023-2024. PHOTO COURTESY OF OKLAHOMA ARTS COUNCIL

Cyril rancher named State Poet Laureate

News Staff
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
OKLAHOMA CITY – Cyril rancher Jay Snider will serve as Oklahoma’s State Poet Laureate in 2023-24. Snider is an award-winning cowboy poet and recording artist who has appeared at national and regional events.
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