Perry Daily Journal

Perry Daily Journal Perry is the smallest town in Oklahoma with a daily newspaper. The Perry Daily Journal covers Noble County. Published by Oklahoma's Reid Newspapers.

Mulhall-Orlando FFA members attended the Alumni Leadership Camp, sharpening their leadership skills, forming new friends...
07/10/2025

Mulhall-Orlando FFA members attended the Alumni Leadership Camp, sharpening their leadership skills, forming new friendships, and proudly representing their chapter throughout the experience.

For millions of Americans, access to basic healthcare is a challenge at best and an impossibility at worst. Due to geogr...
07/09/2025

For millions of Americans, access to basic healthcare is a challenge at best and an impossibility at worst. Due to geographic or economic factors much of the U.S. population is uninsured or underinsured. Remote Area Medical (RAM®) is stepping in to address this urgent issue by offering a free, comprehensive dental, vision, and medical clinic at Stride Bank Center, located at 301 S Independence Ave, Enid, OK 73701 for two days only this weekend, on July 12-13. This clinic will provide dental, vision, and medical care to those who might otherwise go without these essential services.
RAM’s clinics are a lifeline for underserved communities, offering free dental cleanings, dental fillings, dental extractions, dental X-rays, eye exams, eye health exams, eyeglass prescriptions, eyeglasses made on-site, women’s health exams, and general medical exams.
By bringing healthcare directly to those in need, RAM’s free clinic removes the barriers of cost and distance that often prevent people from seeking care.
No insurance or ID required, the clinic in Enid is open to anyone in need. RAM encourages anyone who could benefit from these services to attend and receive the care they deserve. The parking lot will open no later than 11:59 p.m. (Midnight) on Friday night, July 11 and remain open for the duration of the clinic.
Read the full article on page 8 of Wednesday's print edition

07/09/2025
Ferguson as their new pastor. Ferguson will be ordained and installed at Christ Lutheran on July 12 at 10 a.m.  The Perr...
07/09/2025

Ferguson as their new pastor. Ferguson will be ordained and installed at Christ Lutheran on July 12 at 10 a.m.
The Perry community is invited to attend and to meet Pastor Ferguson.
Ferguson- a Nebraska native and life-long Lutheran- attended Concordia University Nebraska, in Seward NE where he studied theology and church music. The years he spent in Seward were formative for his love of theology and God’s word.
After graduating from Concordia University, he began his studies at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne IN, where he studied for his Master of Divinity and Master of Sacred Theology.
His research and thesis writing for the Master of Sacred Theology focused on biblical interpretation of the 17th century.
The goal that Ferguson has for his ministry in Perry is to be faithful to God’s word and to care for the people God has entrusted to him.

Read the full article on page 4 of Wednesday's print edition

George Calvin Harman, 93, of Perry, OK, died on July 7, 2025 at the Kansas Veterans' Home in Winfield, KS. A Funeral Cer...
07/09/2025

George Calvin Harman, 93, of Perry, OK, died on July 7, 2025 at the Kansas Veterans' Home in Winfield, KS. A Funeral Ceremony will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, July 11, 2025, at Christ Lutheran Church in Perry, OK. Burial will immediately follow at Resthaven Memorial Park in Ponca City, OK. Arrangements are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home & Crematory, 505 W. Grand Ave, Ponca City, OK, 74601.
George was born October 20, 1931, in Garber, OK, to Leslie Calvin and Mina (Disney) Harman. After graduating from Garber High School, he married Kathryn Durheim on July 6, 1953, in Enid, OK. He worked many years as a Diesel Mechanic. He and Kathryn were lifetime members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
George is survived by: his sons, James "Hat" Harman and his wife, Janell, Donald Gene Harman, Dale Blake Harman; brother, Leslie Gene Harman; sister, Mary Jane Adam; 2 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by: his wife, Kathryn; parents, Leslie and Mina; and sister, Edna Mae.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran Church, 1301 N 7th St, Perry, OK 73077

07/09/2025
Starting in the 2025/2026 school year, the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) will mandate that every school ...
07/09/2025

Starting in the 2025/2026 school year, the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) will mandate that every school district fully funds student meals using existing state and federal operational dollars. For too long, Oklahoma’s students and taxpayers have been fleeced by gross mismanagement and bloated bureaucracies that prioritize administrative paychecks over kids’ basic needs. This stops now.
Last year, Oklahoma families were slapped with a staggering $42 million bill for school meals—on top of their taxes—while administrators pocketed a 14% salary hike. This isn’t just incompetence; it’s a betrayal of our kids and communities. “Oklahoma taxpayers are being triple-taxed to cover lunches while bureaucrats fatten their wallets,” said State Superintendent Ryan Walters. “We need less administrators in our schools. We need to get taxpayers dollars to the students, not to grow bureaucracy.”

Read the full article on page 2 of Wednesday's print edition

Ronald Wayne Hill, 80, of Stillwater, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, surrounded by those he loved. Bo...
07/09/2025

Ronald Wayne Hill, 80, of Stillwater, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, surrounded by those he loved. Born on October 17, 1944, in Chandler, Oklahoma, to Joe Thomas “J.T.” Hill and Lillie Belle (Hicks) Hill, Ron lived a life of unwavering service, compassion, and strength.
Ron’s life was marked by a deep commitment to his family, his community, and his country.
After graduating from C.E. Donart High School in Stillwater, where he played football, baseball, and wrestled, Ron joined the Army Reserves, proudly serving his country at Fort Polk.
His dedication to service continued as he became a firefighter for the City of Stillwater, later being promoted to first Fire Marshal. This role sparked a long and impactful career in emergency management.
He went on to serve as Civil Defense Director for Payne County and later as Emergency Management Director for the City of Stillwater. He also gave of his time as a reserve police officer, always putting the safety and well-being of others first.
In 1991, Ron joined the Oklahoma State Department of Emergency Management, where he rose to the rank of Deputy Director. During his tenure, he played a vital role in response efforts following the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995—a moment that left a lasting impact on him and the state he loved.
His career later led him to OKC 911 as the 911 Coordinator, and ultimately to Oklahoma State University, where he served as Emergency Management Director.
Even after his “retirement,” Ron continued his work in service by joining the Payne County Health Department as the Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for Region 2, where he finally retired after a lifetime of selfless public service.
Ron was a man of many passions. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life: riding his motorcycle through Oklahoma’s open roads, connecting with others as an amateur radio operator, and cherishing every moment with his family.
He was also a devoted animal lover and was never far from his four beloved furbabies: Tymber, Baxter, Koji, and Quigley, who brought him endless companionship and joy.
Ron is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Wanda (Lewis) Hill, whom he married on May 30, 1985. He is also survived by his son Rob Hill and wife Tracy of Stillwater; his daughter Lori (Hill) Battles and husband James Battles, Jr. of Perry; and his adored grandchildren, James Battles III, Makinze Hill, and Joshua Battles.
His legacy of strength, kindness, and duty will live on through them.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Joel Thomas Hill, and his stepdaughter Devin Marie Hill.
Ron’s life was a testament to what it means to serve—not just in uniform or in a title, but in every action, every career move, and every relationship he held dear. His love for his family, his unwavering dedication to public safety, and his gentle spirit will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege to know him.
In accordance with his wishes, services will be private and are under the direction of Strode Funeral Home in Stillwater.
Though he has left this world, Ron’s legacy of service and love will remain a guiding light to those who knew and loved him.
Condolences may be sent to the family via website at https://www.strodefh.com/

Get Ready for a Successful School Year!To ensure every student is prepared for learning on day one, Perry Upper Elementa...
07/09/2025

Get Ready for a Successful School Year!
To ensure every student is prepared for learning on day one, Perry Upper Elementary has provided grade-specific supply lists for the upcoming school year. Each list includes essential materials that support classroom activities and promote organization and success. Please review the list for your child’s grade level and send the requested items on or before the first day of school. Thank you for partnering with us to create a positive learning environment!
All Third Grade Teachers
• 1 1” 3-Ring Binder, White ClearVue plastic pocket on the front
• 2 Box(es) of #2 Pencils 48 total pencils
• 2 Box(es) of Kleenex® Brand Facial Tissues
• 1 Clorox Disinfecting Wipes (bleach free), Canister(s)
• 2 Composition Notebook Black and White
• 1 Crayola® Colored Pencils, 12 Count
• 1 Crayola® Crayons, 24 Count
• 1 Crayola® Washable Markers, 10 Count
• 2 EXPO® Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor, Thick/Chisel Tip, Black, 4 Pack
• 2 Elmer’s® Glue Stick
Read the full article on the front page of Wednesday's print edition

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