Frederick Press-Leader

27/07/2024

22/07/2024

ATTENTION CLASS OF 2025: Senior photos will be taken before school starts. See the attached photo for the schedule.

18/07/2024

27/06/2024

Exciting news for our FPS families!!!! Thank you to our board and Mr. Vanderburg for always supporting and going above and beyond for our students!

25/04/2024

Set sail with MOANA JR. presented by **FMS Choir**
Disney’s Moana JR. is playing at the Frederick High School
Fine Arts Auditorium from May 2nd through May 3 at 7 p.m. The 60-minute musical adventure, designed
for middle school-aged performers, is based on the 2016 Disney film Moana. The 6th -8th grade cast
includes 85 students led by Mrs. Carisa Schreiner and Mrs. Alyson Bishop.
See the line where the sky meets the sea? You’ll love this thrilling and heartwarming stage adaptation of
the coming-of-age tale of Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the
truth about her heritage. She and the demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and
camaraderie as she learns to harness the power that lies within. Adapted for young performers, this
musical includes favorite songs by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-
Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, such as “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re
Welcome.” With its empowering message of bravery, Moana JR. is sure to awaken your inner hero!
For information on purchasing tickets please visit with any middle school choir member or call/text 580-
305-7300.
Disney’s Moana JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all materials are provided by
Music Theatre International. For more information about licensing Moana JR. or other Disney shows,
please visit www.DisneyMusicals.com.

07/04/2024

Congratulations to Miss Frederick 2024, Timber Mefford!

09/03/2024

Do you have photos of blooming flowers?

Submit them in the comments or at [email protected] for a chance to be featured in an upcoming edition of the Frederick Press-Leader.

Be sure to include the name of the photographer so proper photo credit can be given.

15/02/2024

Can you sing like Cher, Sinatra, Carter or Cash? Perhaps you can dance like Astaire, Swayze or Cyd Charisse? Maybe you can twinkle the ivories on par with Jerry Lee Lewis? How about performing a Tony or Oscar-winning monologue?

If you're willing to share your talent for a great cause, we want you!

The Frederick Arts & Humanities Council will host an Impersonators Show at the Ramona Theatre on Saturday, March 9 at 7:00. Proceeds from the event will be used for repairs to the Ramona lobby. While admission is free, all donations are greatly appreciated.

Call or text Dana for more information at 580-305-5689.

24/01/2024

Calling all couples:

We are looking for couples to send in a photo of you and your significant other for a chance to be featured on the Frederick Press-Leader Valentine's page that is running Feb. 9. Submissions must be in no later than noon on Feb. 4.

Submissions can be sent to [email protected]. Please include the names of both subjects in the photo.

01/12/2023

The Frederick Fire Department is accepting applications for Christmas food baskets. Applications may be submitted from now through Dec. 14, 2023, at the fire department.

This is the 40th year that firefighters with Frederick Fire Department have provided food to families in Frederick for the Christmas holiday. The baskets are made possible due to the donations made by community members.

If you would like to support this effort, please send your contribution to Frederick Firefighters Food Fund at 120 S. 8th St. in Frederick.

06/11/2023

The Frederic premiere of "Wisher Maddox" is scheduled for Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. at the Ramona Theatre.

19/10/2023

UPDATE: The OSBI has released further details regarding the shooting that occurred Oct. 18.
Hunter McKee with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) said Frederick Police Department requested assistance from the OSBI.
According to a press release from the OSBI, Frederick Police Officers responded to a residence near South 19th Street and East Dahlia Avenue just after 11 a.m. Oct. 18, 2023.
“When officers arrived on scene, they discovered 35-year-old Jake Zuniga, who suffered from a gunshot wound,” the release reads. “Zuniga was transported and later passed away from his injuries. Based on the information gathered from the scene, 44-year-old Michael Lee Lorah was interviewed and arrested. Lorah was booked into the Tillman County Jail on Possession of a Firearm After Former Felony Conviction. Other charges are pending.”
According to the OSBI, the events that led up to the shooting are still under investigation.
This article will be updated once further details are available.

18/10/2023

A shooting at a residence near the park caused Frederick schools to go on lockdown Oct. 18.

Hunter McKee with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) said Frederick Police Department requested assistance from the OSBI.

“What we know so far is just after 11 this morning, the Frederick police department requested the OSBI to assist with a shooting,” McKee said. “When officers arrived on scene at the residence, they found one male who had been shot. That male was transported where he later died. Another male is in custody at this time and charges are pending. Once we have more details, we should be able to put out a press release.”

The lockdown was lifted at approximately 1:30 p.m. when law enforcement gave the all clear.

This article will be updated once further details are available.

05/10/2023

Good morning, everyone,

Aside from power outages, I hope everyone weathered the storms unharmed yesterday.

Unfortunately, there are still power outages reported across Frederick. Sonic only has power to half their building so they are unable to operate their fryers, grill, or their ice cream machines at this time.

Please be patient while crews are working to restore power.

27/09/2023

The Lions Club is hosting a baked potato bar Oct. 16 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Prather Brown Cafeteria.

25/09/2023

It's that time of year again! Who will be Cotton Royalty 2023!

📣 Attention Tillman County!

We will have sign-ups for the Little Miss Cotton Pageant THIS Thursday, September 28th, 4-6pm in the Chamber Office, 100 S. Main St, Frederick.

For more information, call Becki Woodall at 580-335-2126

21/09/2023

07/09/2023

This Saturday!

01/09/2023

01/09/2023

Community members have begun volunteering their time to begin assembling Oklahoma's largest barn quilt.

Jeanie Scott and Annette Rowe of Heritage Barn Quilts said they need 48 more 2x2s, seven more 4x4s, and six more 1x2s to complete Oklahoma's largest barn quilt.

If you'd like to help by painting a barn quilt, contact Jeanie or Annette at Oklahoma's Largest Barn Quilt on Facebook.

01/09/2023

Public Safety Concerns Result in Restrictions on Refuge Lands

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge (Refuge) is experiencing extreme heat, with multiple heat-related search and rescues occurring recently. These weather conditions, coupled with the rocky and rugged terrain of the Refuge, pose safety hazards for visitors and for Refuge and other emergency response personnel called upon for search and rescue operations during the extreme heat.

To reduce potential safety hazards associated with heat related illnesses or injuries, the Refuge is implementing the following Emergency Closure Order to restrict hiking during extreme temperatures effective Friday, September 1, 2023 until removed. Refuge regulations allow the authority to restrict uses on refuge lands “…in the event of a threat or emergency endangering the health and safety of the public or property…” We are requesting the public’s cooperation in implementing this order:

1. Hiking is permitted from sunrise until 10 a.m. ONLY.
2. Hikers should plan their hike to start early enough to exit the trail by 10 am. All visitors must be off the trails and the Mt. Scott Roadway no later than 10 a.m.

Refuge roads will remain open to motorized vehicles and bicycles for wildlife observation and photography. Doris Campground, fishing, and picnicking will remain open. The Visitor Center located near the intersection of Highway 49 and Highway 115 is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and can provide directions and alternative suggestions for visitors.

A few safety tips to remember - bring plenty of water, wear loose clothing that is light in color and a cap or hat, and limit the amount of time you spend outdoors in extreme temperatures. The safety of visitors, staff and first responders is our highest priority. We apologize for any inconvenience the Emergency Closure Order may cause.

Information about the Emergency Closure Order on hiking can be found on the Refuge website at www.fws.gov/refuge/wichita_mountains or by contacting the Visitor Center at 580-429-2197

The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals and commitment to public service. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov.

Worn by time and nature, the Wichita Mountains loom large above the prairie in southwest Oklahoma—a lasting refuge for wildlife. Situated just outside the Lawton/Ft. Sill area, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge preserves approximately 60,000 acres of mixed grass prairie, ancient granite mountains,...

30/08/2023

Join us for Night at the Museum in front of the Red Barn on Saturday, September 23 at 7:00 p.m. Don't forget to bring a chair or blanket!

Admission is by donation and we'll have a concession stand available.

All proceeds raised from the event will be used for repairs to the Red Barn.