The Madill Record

This week, the United States of America turns 250 years old. A quarter of a millennium. That is a long time for a man. It is a long time for a family. It is a long time for a town, a county, a courthouse square, or a graveyard. But for a nation, 250 years is not ancient. It is old enough to have a memory, but young enough that its founding words still sound as if they were spoken yesterday. And on this 250th anniversary of our country, it would do us good to return to those words.

Amaya Anderson was arrested after a hit and run at Lake Murray. Courtesy photo A 19-year-old woman from Ardmore was arrested on June 25 after she allegedly struck two pedestrians with her car. Officers were dispatched to a boat ramp on Lake Murray after a call about Amaya Anderson, a 19-year-old from Ardmore, allegedly striking Shakira Smith, a 24-year-old from Ardmore and Derick Peters, a 24-year-old from Lone Grove. Troopers said Anderson allegedly drove forward, striking Smith a second time.

Pictured above and right: Brookside Nursing Center hosted a 70s senior prom for the residents. Courtesy photos As I am sure all of you have noticed, our neighborhoods are growing and with that comes some men working on our streets. I know we have had AT&T cable along with the REA Electric workers around my home. Please be courteous to them. Yield to other drivers and leave as much room as possible when you pass them. We want everyone to arrive home safely.

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond filed a new lawsuit against insurance giant State Farm, accusing the company of engaging inayears-longscheme to deny or underpay legitimate claims from Oklahoma homeowners who suffered wind and hail damage. The lawsuit, filed in Cleveland County District Court, alleges that State Farm implemented an internal program known as the 'Hail Focus Initiative' beginning in 2020.

Chickasaw Nation Governor Chris Anoatubby gets sworn in at a ceremony on June 26. Shalene White • The Madill Record “We have much to celebrate,” Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby. Bill Anoatubby uttered those words to a packed Ataloa Theatre at the East Central University on June 26. Emotions ran high with guests feeling emotions like sadness and pride. Bill Anoatubby stepped down as Chickasaw Nation Governor after almost 40 years in office.

The world’s biggest sporting event is heading into its most dramatic stretch as the 2026 FIFA World Cup enters the knockout rounds and the race for soccer’s most coveted trophy narrows to a handful of contenders. With theexpanded48-teamformat delivering surprises, upsets and historic moments, the final weeks promise to provide even more excitement. Traditional powers such as Brazil, Germany, England and the Netherlands remain among the favorites after surviving the grueling group stage.

L etter to the editor President Trump’s decision to take America into a war with Iran and his handling of the conflict have been disasters. Before accepting claims of victory or celebrating a new “deal,” we need to honestly look at what this war has cost. American lives were put at risk. Billions of taxpayer dollars were spent. Oil prices went up, hurting families already struggling with high costs. Our military bases in the Middle East were attacked, putting our troops in danger.

As we approach the Independence Day holiday, I wanted to share some important information soyou can be prepared for the upcoming festivities celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday. Even though we are in a wet period, fires can still break out, much like what we see in states to the west of us. As always, thank you to the men and women with our professional and volunteer fire departments across the state as they help keep us safe every day.

On this day in sports history 1902 Wimbledon Women’s Tennis:MurielRobbwinsher only major title with a 7-5, 6-1 defeat of fellow Briton Charlotte Cooper 1903 National League MLB batting champion Ed Delahanty, disappears after being removed intoxicated from a train by force; found dead at bottom of Niagara Falls 2 weeks later 1903 Pitcher Jack Doscher, debuts for the Chicago Cubs, the first son of a major leaguer to play MLB, father Herm 1882-92 1906 MLB New York Yankees win by forfeit for the...

7/3-Fireworks and Freedom @LakeTexoma-11934 State Park Rd. 7pm - 10pm 7/4-City of Madill 4th of July Parade - Downtown Madill - 12pm 7/4-Patriotic Parade & Watermelon in the Park - Main Street, Kingston - 10am 7/4-4th of July Celebration - Buncombe Creek 4353 Shay Rd. 7/6-Marshall County Excise Meeting - Marshall County Courthouse - 8:30am 7/6-Marshall County Commissioners meeting - Marshall County Courthouse - 9am 7/10-Marshall County Economic Development meeting - OSU Extension office - 9am...