Mangum’s Destiny Carrier – FFA Spotlight – Presented by Bar S Foods
When Destiny Carrier entered the sixth grade, she was already involved in the 4-H Club, but when she entered the eighth grade, Carrier made the move to FFA. Now she is a freshman at Mangum High School and continues to participate in the FFA program. “I’ve always had a thing with animals and farming throughout […]
Mangum Teacher- Christine Miller – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital
The career that we start when we are young is not necessarily the career that we will do for the rest of our lives. In most cases, life happens, and things do not go as we plan. Christine Miller wanted to be a teacher from a young age, and though it took some work to […]
Altus Teacher- Mikayla Reuter – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital
MiKayla Reuter is the choir director at Altus High School. As someone who loves music, she says that it was that enjoyment of music that led her to be an educator. “I wanted to teach so I could help mentor young people. I have always loved music and being in choir, so combining my passions […]
Hobart’s Megan Porter – Mom of the Month – Presented by JCMH Obstetrics & Gynecology
There are a lot of ups and downs that come along with being a parent. And when your kids are athletes, that just adds to the mix. Megan Porter is the mother of two, and she says that while it can be tough to watch at times, it will make them better people. “There are […]
Altus Mom: Jacalyn Bull – Presented by JCMH Obstetrics & Gynecology
Parents play an important role in the lives of their children. Not just in raising them and helping them grow but also with their support in whatever activities or sports their children are involved in. Jacalyn Bull is the mother of two, and she says that while it may be tough at times, she tries […]
Mangum’s Sierra Shrum – Academic Team Spotlight – Presented by Cattlemens Bank
Sierra Shrum has put in a lot of work and preparation as a member of the Mangum High School Acaemic Team. But along with all the work, she says that it is just as important to always absorb information. “For me to be successful on the academic team, I’d say it’s listening to my surroundings […]
Altus’ Jenna Blackford – Track Spotlight – Presented by Cattlemens Bank
**Group Photo: (L to R: coach Jay Benway, Blackford, & coach Robert Garrison) High school athletes invest a lot of time and effort to be the best that they can be when they compete. So, when they see that hard work pay off, it brings a sense of accomplishment. For Jenna Blackford, the most memorable […]
Altus Area Players to Watch – Presented by JCMH Orthopedic Clinic
Baseball Trent Carman & Garrett Gribble – Altus Trent is an outstanding baseball player that brings a lot into his senior season. He looks to help guide this team in the direction of success. He is the returning leading hitter and innings pitched from last year. Garrett is a vocal leader on this team. His […]
Altus’ Maggie Marshall – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Red River Federal Credit Union
Maggie Marshall is a military kid who embraced softball as her place to find instant friends when moving to a new school. She loves everything about the game, from the social part of being on a team, the bus rides, team dinners, making friends and of course the thrill of competition. Maggie is a freshman and […]
Minco’s Laney Harris – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Morrison Propane
High school athletes do more than just compete in their sports, they also represent the school and community that they play for. For Laney Harris, wearing the Minco Bulldog uniform is a family tradition and something she is proud to do.“As a fourth generation Bulldog, I’m honored to represent the Minco Lady Bulldogs,” she said. […]