Edward Maurice Strawn passed away on 23 June 2026 in Yukon, Oklahoma from complications of double pneumonia. Maurice was born March 27, 1939 in Martha, Oklahoma, Jackson, County to George M. Strawn and Melba Edwards.

This summer, you can “Unearth a Story” at the Archer Public Library during the summer reading program starting June 1st! Our reading challenge has moved to Beanstack this year! On this free app, you can log your reading and earn cool prizes at the library as you complete challenges.

The Sheriff’s Office has received 661 calls for service these past two weeks. As this report is being written there are 17 inmates 2 being female in the Archer County Jail.

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The Archer County Commissioner’s Court voted to discontinue, abandon and close Palmer Road during its meeting on Monday, July 13. During a Public Hearing held on the matter prior to the Commissioner’s Court meeting on Monday, Mike Palmer spoke on why he was requesting the closure of the road.

As the Archer County Commissioner’s Court begin its budget process, five Archer County Volunteer Fire Departments are requesting financial aid in hiring a new medical director for their departments.

The Windthorst ISD School Board approved new dual credit guidelines for the district during its board meeting on Monday, July 13. Assistant Superintendent Darla Tackett said the district’s administration wanted to be proactive and get ahead of any potential pitfalls.