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Calling all artists
Skip to content Spotlight Playhouse hosting art contest for upcoming production By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com Spotlight Playhouse is inviting artists of all ages to bring their creativity to life… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Five things to do this weekend
Five things to do this weekend Get the kids dressed up and take them to Truck or Treat, which will be from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Friday on Main Street. The…
The prince is giving a ball
Home News The prince is giving a ball The prince is giving a ball Kaizer Coates and Ayva Gibson star as the prince and Cinderella in Dickson High School’s production of “Cinderella: Enchanted Edition.” (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite) Dickson High School presents ‘Cinderella’ By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com The prince is throwing a ball and all the kingdom’s single ladies are invited to attend as… Previous Post Referral from DHS leads to arrest Next Post Five things to do this weekend
Elks Lodge Spaghetti Day set for next week
Skip to content The Ardmore Elks take a break from serving during last year’s Spaghetti Day. The annual event is returning next Thursday, Nov. 5. (Credit: Drew Butler/The… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Kids helping kids
A representative from Sara's Project meets with Jack Wilson, Andi Wilson and Jett Ingram during Socktober 2025.(Photo provided) Plainview students collect socks for those in need By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com Kids across southern Oklahoma will have warmer feet this winter thanks to a trio… Previous Post Sara’s Project hosts open house
Inside Noble’s newest building
Skip to content A view of the second floor inside a newly remodeled building on the Noble Research Institute campus. Prior to the renovation, the building was designed… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
ACS completes fall district accreditation review: No deficiencies discovered
Home News ACS completes fall district accreditation review: No deficiencies discovered ACS completes fall district accreditation review: No deficiencies discovered By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com Ardmore City Schools has received a dose of good news. During his superintendent report, Andy Davis informed the school board Thursday… Previous Post Vases reported stolen at Rosehill Cemetery
Everyday heroes - The Ardmoreite
Skip to content Brenna GaikMaking a difference in drug prevention By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com Editor’s note – This is the second of a two-part series about four individuals recognized… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Parks and Rec presents Stories of Rose Hill
Brent Holland portrays Jacob Louis Hamon at Ardmore Parks and Recreation’s Stories of Rose Hill event. Hamon was an oilfield millionaire and a rising star in politics before getting shot and killed by his mistress in an Ardmore hotel. By Drew Butler dbutler@cherryroad.com Have you ever walked past a headstone in a cemetery and wondered about the person named on the stone? That’s exactly… Previous Post Drone manufacturer coming to Ardmore Airpark
Noble Research Institute focuses on regenerative agriculture
Skip to content Inside the new building on the campus of Noble Research Center. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite) By Drew Butler dbutler@cherryroad.com It’s been a busy week at the Noble Research Institute. They hosted an awards ceremony on Wednesday, a board meeting on… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Five things to do this weekend
Five things to do this weekend The Goddard Center with host Coffee with Curators from noon to 2 p.m., Oct. 24 in the galleries. Enjoy free coffee and donuts while discussing…
Everyday heroes - The Ardmoreite
Skip to content Barbara SanteeJody Utt, left, with CCPC Community Based Coalition Coordinator Lisa Jackson, right. Utt received the Community Leader Award at their 2025 Heartland Conference. (Photo… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Plainview Military Appreciation Game set for this month
Skip to content The 2025 Plainview Military Appreciation Game. (Photo provided) By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com The annual Plainview tradition of hosting a Military Appreciation Game will be returning next… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
"I don't think I have ever felt so violated:" Vases stolen from graves at Hillcrest Memorial Park
By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for targeting Hillcrest Memorial Park, stealing over 90 vases. Griffin-Hillcrest Funeral Director John Lewis Key said the theft was discovered when staff arrived at work the morning of Oct. 15. The theft of the vases stood out in a cemetery that stands out with flowers in vases at nearly every grave.
From the Air Force to the library: Author shares his journey to becoming a writer
By Drew Butler, dbutler@cherryroad.com Oklahoma-born author E. Joe Brown held a reading and signing at the Ardmore Public Library Saturday morning. Brown is the author of three novels known as the Kelly Can Saga with the fourth set to release early next year and his publisher already asking for the fifth. Brown did not become an author until later in his life. In fact he spent his professional career in the United States Air Force.
Getting suited up
Skip to content Area kids donned red jumpsuits and hardhats to learn about STEM at Toyota of Ardmore Thursday afternoon. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite)Kids learn STEM at local… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
‘The Witch in the Cell’ opens at Goddard Center
Leah Simmons, River Jo Fields, Brynn Preston and Ashleigh Shepard in Spotlight Playhouse’s production of “The Witch in the Cell.” The play is an original piece written by Ardmore playwrite Monica Stolfa. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite) By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com Things are getting a little ‘crazy’ inside a mental institution in the early 1900s. Several patients have escaped and have not been… Previous Post Munson makes pitch for governor’s office
Shining a light on hope
Skip to content Rep. Tammy Townley speaks during the vigil for domestic violence awareness on Tuesday evening. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite)Family Shelter hosts candlelight vigil for domestic violence… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Cheers and jeers
Skip to content By Michael Pineda Cheers to Shawn Geurin, whose interim tag was removed to take on the duties of city manager on a full-time basis. Geurin… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Two killed in weekend motorcycle accident
Skip to content The Ardmoreite An Ardmore man and a Lone Grove Woman were killed in an accident on Brock Road Saturday night. According to the Oklahoma Highway… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Scarecrow seasonScarecrow stroll set for this evening
Skip to content SouthernTech created this Bluey school bus themed display (credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite)This spooky Toy Story display was built by the office of the Carter County… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Chamber hosts State of Healthcare
Skip to content Dr. Valerie Jolly with Mercy Cancer Center speaks at the State of Healthcare event Thursday afternoon. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite)Mercy announces $20 million in renovation… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Moving Ardmore forward: Geurin offers overview of addressing city needs
Home News Moving Ardmore forward: Geurin offers overview of addressing city needs Moving Ardmore forward: Geurin offers overview of addressing city needs Shawn Geurin By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com Shawn Geurin was officially named the Ardmore City Manager Monday evening. Tuesday morning, he was back to work in a sparsely… Previous Post Joining a select group in the state
Fun at the farmer’s market
Skip to content Special events planned at Murray Market By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com Even though the growing season is coming to an end, there will still be plenty of… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
One Night in Memphis coming to Westheimer Center
Skip to content “One Night in Memphis” is coming to the Westheimer Center for the Performing Arts on Monday, Oct. 12. The show depicts an evening in 1956… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
APD Chief announces resignation effective Nov. 1: Houser accepts job as SEOSU police chief
Ardmore Police Chief Davis Houser announced that he is resigning from his job effective Nov. 1 to take the job of police chief at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. (Credit: Michael Pineda/The Ardmoreite) By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com Now that the City of Ardmore has filled the position of city manager on a full-time basis, it can turn its… Previous Post Built to enjoy, not destroy
Pride of Oklahoma coming to Ardmore
Skip to content The Ardmoreite This Friday morning everybody is invited to get a sneak peak of the Pride of Oklahoma’s halftime show. The University of Oklahoma’s marching… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Shining a light - The Ardmoreite
Skip to content Family Shelter to host vigil for domestic violence awareness By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com According to an analysis by Texas-based law firm Tad Nelson and Associates, Oklahoma… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
From the page to the stage
Monica Stolfa’s play “The Witch in the Cell” is being produced by Spotlight Playhouse and will run at The Goddard Center Oct. 15-18. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite) Local playwright’s work premiers next week By Drew Butler dbutler@cherryroad.com A veteran of the Ardmore theatre scene, Monica Stolfa, will have her debut play “The Witch in the Cell” debut next week.
Dickson homecoming set for upcoming week
Skip to content By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com The week of homecoming is an exciting for schools across the country. This is especially true for small towns and rural communities… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Cupcake coronation
Skip to content Dickson seventh-grader Ava Cassity came in first place in Carter County Cupcake Wars with her Sesame Street themed cupcakes and presentation. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite)Carter… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Illustrating the future
Skip to content SouthernTech Career Advisor Juli McClennahan speaks to Ardmore Middle School Students about a career in graphic design. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite)AMS students learn about graphic… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Walking in support of a cure
Skip to content Attendees at the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s hold flowers, that highlight how they have been impacted by the disease. The event will be back… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Playing with your food: Food and Resource Centers hosts annual sculpture contest
Playing with your food: Food and Resource Centers hosts annual sculpture contest By Drew Butler, dbutler@cherryroad.com Sometimes it’s okay to play with your food – especially when it’s for a good cause. Over the weekend, the Food…
Cheers and jeers
Skip to content By Drew Butler Cheers to Dodson’s Floral who celebrated their 55th year of business this week. The business was founded in 1971 by Stella “Maxine”… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Planning for the future
Skip to content OSU Department of Agricultural Economics Professor Shannon Ferrell leads a workshop about farm and ranch succession planning Friday at SouthernTech. (Credit: Photo provided) The Noble Research Institute partnered with OSU to hold a workshop on farm and ranch succession planning. This was the first of a series of… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
County to consider MOU between CCSO, ICE
County to consider MOU between CCSO, ICE By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been going around the state, joining in a memorandum of agreement with county…
Making dollars and sense of it all: ACS school board goes over budget
Skip to content By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com Ardmore City Schools plans on tightening the belt financially as it begins the process of rebuilding its carryover. The board of… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
AMS placed on hold following social media threat: Law enforcement and SRO found no ongoing threat
The Ardmoreite Ardmore Middle School was placed on hold Friday after a threat was made on social media. Law enforcement and the School Resource Officer addressed the situation. There is no longer a threat to students or staff. Read the full press release from Ardmore City Schools below. Ardmore City Schools is providing an update following a threat made on social media involving Ardmore Middle School on Friday. Ardmore Middle School was placed on a HOLD while the matter was investigated.
In the loop - The Ardmoreite
Skip to content Spooky stuff Want to learn more about the paranormal. The Ardmore Public Library will host Whispers Beyond as Investigating Oklahoma’s Paranormal will have a presentation… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Taking the stage
Skip to content Ardmore Little Theatre is looking to purchase the Washington Theatre. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite)ALT looking to move to Washington Theatre By Drew Butlerdbutler@cherryroad.com The Ardmore… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Taking the stage: ALT looking to move to Washington Theatre
Skip to content Ardmore Little Theatre is looking into purchasing the Washington Theatre. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite) By Drew Butler, dbutler@cherryroad.com The Ardmore Little Theatre may soon find a new home. The organization announced in a press release that they are interested… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Securing a quality H2O source: Commission approves purchase of additional water rights
Skip to content By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com The City of Ardmore had taken its second step in securing the future of the community with the purchase of water… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Joining the fight against cancer: Eye on the Sparrow hosts Founder meeting
Skip to content By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com A non-profit organization has been developed with a mission of caring and supporting cancer patients, survivors and their families. Eye on… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Column: No need to overthink it
Skip to content Michael Pineda By Michael Pineda Ardmore is about to begin the process of filling the position of city manager with a highly qualified candidate currently filling the… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
City commission speaks in favor of Geurin as city manager: No motion made in advertising for the position
Skip to content By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com With no motions made to advertise for the job of city manager, it would appear Acting Interim City Manager Shawn Geurin… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Gilmartin to take over as DA Oct. 1: Gov. Stitt appointment comes after Handke resignation
Home News Gilmartin to take over as DA Oct. 1: Gov. Stitt appointment comes after Handke resignation Gilmartin to take over as DA Oct. 1: Gov. Stitt appointment comes after Handke resignation James Gilmartin By Michael Pineda, mpineda@cherryroad.com James Gilmartin will assume the duties of District 20 quicker than he had planned on. Gov. Kevin Stitt has appointed Gilmartin… Previous Post Family floristry: Dodson’s Floral celebrating 55th anniversary
My morning at the fair
Skip to content Drew ButlerBy Drew Butler About a month ago I was sitting in the office when the phone rang. It was Trish Maher with the Carter… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Family floristry: Dodson’s Floral celebrating 55th anniversary
Home News Family floristry: Dodson’s Floral celebrating 55th anniversary Family floristry: Dodson’s Floral celebrating 55th anniversary Dodson's Floral is celebrating its 55th anniversary all week. Pictured from left to right: Brenda Duncan, Misty Page, Sarah Dluge. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite) By Drew Butler, dbutler@cherryroad.com In 1971, Stella “Maxine” Dodson opened Dodson’s Floral.
Raising awareness of veteran suicide: ODVA event provides outreach, resources
Skip to content Volunteers Shellie Lane and Tanga Staton stand post during Post 22: One Mission Prevent Suicide. (Credit: Drew Butler/The Ardmoreite) By Drew Butler, dbutler@cherryroad.com Every day 22 veterans commit suicide in the United States. That somber fact helped inspire Post 22: One Mission – Prevent… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
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