Duke’s Michelle Milner – Parent Spotlight – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital Women’s Health Associates

For Duke High School senior Grant Milner, success on the court, the course, and the field is about more than just personal achievement; it’s about the support of family, especially his mom, Michelle Milner. Michelle is the proud mother of Grant, who is a standout senior at Duke High School. Grant is heavily involved in […]
Parent Spotlight with Altus’ Suzanne Waites – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital Women’s Health Associates

Suzanne Waites is an example of dedication, support, and heart. She balances a demanding career while cheering on her two daughters at every turn. Suzanne and her husband, Matt, will celebrate 20 years of marriage this March. Matt has been her biggest supporter, and Suzanne says she couldn’t do what she does without his love, […]
Altus Area Cheer and Cross Country Players to Watch – Presented by Gallagher Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

CHEER Seniors – Altus High School Heidi Kay Hartgraves, Audrey Janes Calafell, Riley Powell, Katie Roman, Kylee Schmidt, and Sydney Williams A great group that does a great job of spreading school spirit and being great representatives of AHS. Kaydence Griffs and Aspen Dixon – Navajo Kaydence and Aspen have been cheering since they were […]
Softball Coach Spotlight with Altus’ Jessica Robinson – Presented by Cattlemens Bank

Jessica Robinson is the head coach of the Altus softball team as well as the boys and girls tennis teams. She is in her 13th year and the school, and her seventh as a coach. VYPE: What do you enjoy most about coaching? Robinson: I love working with athletes, sharing a passion for sports. The […]
9 Questions with Blair’s Alyssa Moore – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital Orthopedic Clinic

VYPE: What grade are you in, and what sports do you compete in? Alyssa: I am a senior at Blair High School. I play basketball, softball, and volleyball. This is our school’s first year to compete in volleyball. VYPE: Who inspires you? Alyssa: I would say my mom inspires me. She played basketball all throughout […]
Altus’ Kaprie Craddock – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital Orthopedic Clinic

By: Olivia Jones Altus High School sophomore Kaprie Craddock may only be in her second year of high school, but she’s already made a name for herself as a versatile and fearless competitor on the volleyball court. Standing six feet tall, she’s capable of stepping into multiple roles, whether it’s outside hitter, middle, right side, […]
Duncan’s Kally Williams – Mom of the Month – Presented by Rib Crib

By Ken Hansard Motherhood is one of the highest callings that one can have, and Kally Williams of Duncan, Oklahoma, has never taken that for granted. For all her intensive efforts with her family and community, and especially for what she does for the Duncan High School culture, VYPE is honoring Kally as one of […]
Altus’ Kyerra Osborn – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Bar S Foods

VYPE: What grade are you in and what sports do you play? Kyerra: I am a sophomore at Altus High School. I play softball, basketball, and I am on the track team. VYPE: What accomplishment or memory are you most proud of? Kyerra: I’m most proud of being captain of my softball team and being […]
Teacher Spotlight with Altus’ Steve Gurley – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital

Steve Gurley is an outstanding educator whose passion for agriculture and student growth shines in every aspect of his classroom. He teaches eighth through twelfth grades in Agricultural Education and has spent a total of 14 years shaping young minds, with five years at Duke, five years at Davidson, and four years at Reydon. Now […]
Teacher Spotlight with Altus’ Jared Black – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital

Choosing a career is an important decision in everyone’s life. Most look for a job that they will enjoy and can make an impact with. Jared Black is a teacher at Altus High School, and he says that he knew early on what he wanted to do. “I decided I wanted to coach and teach […]