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WASHINGTON (AP) — Violent protesters loyal to President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday and forced lawmakers into hiding, in a stunning attempt to overturn America's presidential election, undercut the nation's democracy and keep Democrat Joe Biden from replacing Trump in the White House. The National Guard and state and federal police were called in for control, and the mayor of Washington imposed a rare evening curfew. One person was reported to have been shot. The protesters were egged on by Trump and his false attacks on...
Happy Birthday To Jan. 7: Starla Bradley Jan. 8: Dawnell Hughes, Paula Fitzgerald, Shirley Schultz, Barbara Fitzmeyer, Lucy Ibarra Jan. 10: Teresa McIver, Janet Snow Jan. 11: Tegan Cook, Gene Burnham Jan. 12: Amanda Isenbart Jan. 13: Darlien Kamas, Alan Burkhart, Ruth Fisher Jan. 14: Kayle Costello, Taylor Turner, Kassidy Bourassa Jan. 15: Jan Howard Jan. 16: Laryn Luddington, Steve Brady Jan. 17: Stephanie Gillenwaters Jan. 18: Linn Melkus, Lance Bradt, Andrea Haney Jan. 19: Guy Rackley Jan. 20: Priscilla Ledford Johnson, Darren Hughes, Lou...
Happy Anniversary To Jan. 7: Mr. & Mrs. LeRoy Burkes Jan. 15: Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Pierce Jan. 20: Mr. & Mrs. Phillip Schultz, Mr. & Mrs. Mick Ferguson Jan. 24; Mr. & Mrs. Albert Williams (Note: Send corrections, additions to: freedomcallnews@gmail.com or call 800-305-2111)...
In more than 220 years, the U.S. Capitol had seen nothing like it: a roiling mob, forcing its way past its majestic marble columns, disrupting the passage of power, desecrating the seat of the world's greatest democracy. But this was far from the first time the Capitol has been scarred by violence. In 1814, just 14 years after the building opened, British forces in the War of 1812 tried to burn it down. The invaders looted the building first, and then set the southern and northern wings ablaze — incinerating the Library of Congress. A sudden r...
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Protesters backing President Donald Trump massed outside statehouses from Georgia to New Mexico on Wednesday, leading some officials to evacuate while cheers rang out at several demonstrations as a pro-Trump mob stormed the U.S. Capitol. Hundreds of people gathered in state capitals nationwide to oppose President-elect Joe Biden's win, waving signs saying "Stop the steal" and "Four more years." Most of them didn't wear masks amid the coronavirus pandemic, and some carried guns in places like Oklahoma, Georgia, Arizona a...
Jan. 7: High School basketball at Medford Tournament Jan. 8: High School Basketball at Medford Tournament Jan. 9: High School Basketball at Medford Tournament Jan. 12: 6:00 p.m. High School Basketball at Darrouzett Jan. 15: 6:30 p.m. High School Basketball at Hardesty Jan. 18: No School – Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan. 18: 6:30 p.m. High School Basketball vs. DCLA at Freedom Jan. 22: 4 p.m. Junior High Basketball vs. Billings at Freedom Jan. 22: 6:30 p.m. High School Basketball vs. Billings at Freedom (Homecoming)...
On Sunday, Jan. 3, the order of services at the Freedom United Methodist Church was: Prelude – Janell Reutlinger Announcement: We are on Facebook live at 11 a.m. Our Facebook page is Freedom United Methodist Church. Invocation by Pastor Todd Finley Call to Worship – Psalm 98 led by Shirley Wagner The Lord’s Prayer Opening Hymn – “Standing On the Promises,” led by Jennifer Finley Affirmation of Faith The Lord’s Prayer Gloria Patri Hymn of Justifying Grace – “My Hope is Built” Offertory Prayer by Pastor Todd Doxology Special Music – “Real,” sun...
ALVA - It's 4:45 a.m. when the first chimes of Dayna Jordan's phone alarm vibrate softly from her nightstand. The volume, and Jordan's anxiety, grows with each ring until the once peaceful room is overwhelmed. As she lies in the dark under a heavy comforter, Jordan is consumed with questions about the day. The answers could mean the difference between life and death for nursing home residents and staff in her care. Are there enough workers to cover three shifts? How many will have symptoms? Are...
OKLAHOMA CITY — Earlier this week, Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) announced the launch of an online Covid-19 Vaccine Scheduler Portal on Thursday, Jan. 7, to notify Oklahomans when they’re eligible to receive the vaccine and provide more information on how to schedule an appointment. Oklahomans can visit this portal at vaccinate.oklahoma.gov, but appointment scheduling will not be available until Thursday, Jan. 7. However, pre-registration is open for all Oklahomans to enter their personal information to determine their eli...
WOODWARD, Okla. – Local Health Departments in Oklahoma are making Covid-19 vaccination a top priority to protect community health. “We are excited to provide the vaccine to community members,” said Terri Salisbury, Regional Administrative Director for Oklahoma State Department of Health District 1. “We urge all Oklahomans who are eligible to get the vaccine as soon as it is available to them. Our staff is working diligently to provide the vaccine to all individuals who are eligible. While individuals need to remain diligent in their Covid p...
Mayor Shad Brackin says Freedom will be getting some new sidewalks. Oklahoma Department of Transportation, Division 6, will begin construction on new sidewalks on the east and west sides of Highway 50 in Freedom. The sidewalks will begin just north of Main Street and continue northward to end at Saddle Horn Dr. This project has been a collaboration between municipal, state, and federal government and is funded by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the Federal Department of Transportation to provide ADA compliant sidewalk...
WASHINGTON (AP) — "Where are they?" a Trump supporter demanded in a crowd of dozens roaming the halls of the Capitol, bearing Trump flags and pounding on doors. They — lawmakers, staff members and more — were hiding under tables, hunkered in lockdowns, saying prayers, and seeing the fruits of the country's divisions up close and violent. Guns were drawn. A woman was shot and killed. A Trump flag hung on the Capitol. The graceful Rotunda reeked of tear gas. Glass shattered. On Wednesday, hallowed spaces of American democracy, one after anoth...
The Alva Goldbugs traveled to Enid for the first round of the Wheat Capital Tournament Thursday afternoon. Alva drew the hosts, the Chisholm Longhorns, for their first round opponent. The teams were evenly matched going into the contest. Alva had a 4-3 record while Chisholm’s was 4-2. They were tied at the end of the first quarter, and Alva led 26-22 at the half. However, Chisholm went on a scoring run to lead at the end of three quarters and eventually won 51-43. First Half Luke Balenti put t...
