Retiring Durant police chief Orville Randolph reflects on career

Since he was 16, Orville Randolph knew he wanted to work in law enforcement, helping others as he directly served his community. “I had always admired it from a distance, and knew it was something I wanted to do, even at a younger age,” he recalled.
Local news

Wilton's Zion School closes its doors this Friday

This Friday, May 15, is set to be the final “Last Day of School” for Zion School in Wilton. Following this, the school will be permanently closed after 47 years in service.

Sports

Tate McKinley wins first career RVC shot put title

Durant track and field meets always get off to a great start, and Thursday was no different.

Opinion

A new path to creative freedom

If you’re a creative type, then I’m sure you’ve got a “dream project” in the back of your mind, whether that’s a story you hope to write one day, or a pitch for your own movie or TV show that you’d like to give. I have a book that I’ve been writing on and off for a few years now. Fingers crossed that I’ll finish it one day.

Family News

Obituary: Jack Wesley Wilson

Jack Wesley Wilson, 82, of Muscatine, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, surrounded by family at Simpson Memorial Home. 

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