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Singers urged to make ‘Joyful Noise’ as part of a new community choir

A new community choir, “Joyful Noise,” is currently seeking to add membersHolly Paulson, a member of the First United Methodist Church of Red Oak, has announced she will be directing a new community choir, something brand new to serve with community outreach.“Ever since Pastor Jenn VanNostrand came...

County shares final list of candidates filed for city/school election

Area candidates have filed paperwork to be on the ballot for the Nov. 4 city/school election.The filing deadline for the candidates was Sept. 18 for city candidates and Sept. 19 for those seeking positions on school boards. County Auditor Jill Ozuna said there are some contested races this year.“...

Board approves Inman Elementary renovations

The Red Oak School Board has advanced plans for renovations to the Inman Elementary building.The district held a forum on Sept. 7 to discuss the proposed plans. Public comment was light and there was no pushback towards the district’s proposal.School officials say the district has been saving...

Houghton State Bank warns of phishing scam

Good afternoon, We want to alert you to a recent phishing scam targeting both customers and non-customers of Houghton State Bank. Several individuals have reported receiving fraudulent phone calls regarding ACH or wire transfers, with the caller falsely identifying themselves as a Houghton State...

Homecoming royalty

Red Oak’s homecoming was Sept 19. The Tigers defeated the Missouri Valley Big Reds with a 14-13 score. The Homecoming Queen was Mariella Richards-Hernandez,, pictured back row, third from left. The Homecoming King was Bryce Williams, pictured back row, second from right. Also pictured are front row...

LeRette Funeral Chapel opens doors of brand new facility

Brian and Dawn LeRette are beginning a new chapter of the former Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel.The LeRettes officially moved into the new facility at 525 E. Ratliff Rd., a little more than two years after the Sept. 1, 2023, fire at the former location at 410 N. 6th St. that was destroyed by...

JMerc grand opening celebration Friday

Downtown Red Oak staple JMercantile has recently completed a move to a more expansive location.The store moved from its former location on North 3rd Street to 304 E. Coolbaugh St., and celebrated with a soft opening Sept. 12 through 14. A grand opening ceremony is planned for this Friday, Sept. 26...

LaLa Project celebrates 10 years

The LaLa Project, which raises money to assist those receiving treatment for cancer, is holding its annual pumpkin sale on Sept. 27.The event has been going strong now for a decade. Initially started by Corrine Jenkins, she said the beginning was purely by chance.“It wasn’t anything that we’d...

Two events honor Hays

Red Oak Veteran Alvin D. Hayes was recognized twice last month with special events.In May of this year, the Montgomery County Board of Supervisors signed a proclamation naming May 23, 2025 as Alvin D. Hays Day. In addition to the proclamation from the county, Hays was honored with a proclamation...

Bartlett enjoying new role as Nishna executive director

Nishna Productions executive director Monica Bartlett has settled into her new role.Bartlett was named to the position after long time director Sherri Clark, who worked with Nishna Productions for 40 years, announced her retirement, moving on from the position at the end of January. Bartlett says...