Author: Sarah Boggs

Obituary for Dave Rasmussen

David E. (Dave) Rasmussen ended his journey on Saturday, November 20, 2021. Dave was born June 8, 1949 in Stafford, KS, to Pete and Kathy Rasmussen. He spent his formative years in Topeka, KS,, as big brother to Dawn, Jon, and Norman. Dave’s entrepreneurial spirit was born in Topeka, where he sold zinnia seeds from … Continue reading Obituary for Dave Rasmussen

Hometown Christmas (RESCHEDULED)

*****PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT WAS RESCHEDULED TO SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5TH!!!**** The Jones Kiwanis Club is hosting a Hometown Christmas celebration on Sunday, December 5th. Starting at 6 pm, there will be a lighted Christmas parade, that starts at Jones High School and ends at Beatty Mulhausen Park on the East end of town. At 7 … Continue reading Hometown Christmas (RESCHEDULED)

Jones Little League Hosts the Red Dirt Super Bowl

On Saturday, November 13th, three Jones Little League teams made it into the Red Dirt Super Bowl. Teams competed on the gridiron for the top title of Super Bowl Champs. Of the Jones Little League Football Teams, the 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, and 6th Grade students competed for those top honors. The 2nd and 4th … Continue reading Jones Little League Hosts the Red Dirt Super Bowl

JES Students Thrill The Crowd at Friday Night’s Ball Game

Subscriber Content Add content here that will only be visible to your subscribers. In a multi-year tradition, the Jones Elementary students came decked out in costume to perform the Thriller dance during the Jones Football halftime show. Jones Elementary is certified as a healthy school, and this fun event helps them to retain their status. … Continue reading JES Students Thrill The Crowd at Friday Night’s Ball Game

Derek Miller Appointed to Jones School Board

On Monday evening, the Jones School Board interviewed three (3) candidates for the vacant seat and appointed Derek Miller to the position. Mr. Miller is a 1995 graduate of Oklahoma Christian Schools. After high school, Mr. Miller earned a bachelor's degree from Oklahoma State University in Criminal Justice. He is the owner of M&S Construction, … Continue reading Derek Miller Appointed to Jones School Board

Jones School Board to Fill Vacant Seat

With the recent passing of beloved school board member, Dan Stillwell, the Jones School Board will appoint a replacement at next week's meeting. Currently, the Board has stated there are five candidates interested in the position. The current board members will review the applications and select the top three candidates over the weekend. These top … Continue reading Jones School Board to Fill Vacant Seat

OKC De-Annexes 42 Acres In Eastern Oklahoma County

Yesterday, September 14, 2021, the Oklahoma City Council voted unanimously to de-annex 42.37 acres, East of the Kickapoo Turnpike. According to reports from the OKC Planning Commission, this property is part of a housing development plan that will be annexed into the City of Harrah. Source: OKC PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Earlier this year, on … Continue reading OKC De-Annexes 42 Acres In Eastern Oklahoma County

Kiwanis Club Clears the Course

In preparation for the 2nd Annual Disc Golf Tournament, coming on October 2nd, the Jones Kiwanians worked together to prepare the course.  During the October 2020 ice storm, one of the trees at Beatty-Mulhausen park lost a limb, blocking part to the new disc golf course.  This weekend, armed with chainsaws, pole saws, and some … Continue reading Kiwanis Club Clears the Course

Giorgio’s Pizza and Pasta Opening Soon

Jones pizza lovers, you’ll be able to get your fill of pizza much closer to home very soon. Giorgio's Pizza and Pasta will be opening their doors in Jones, with an anticipated start date on Monday, August 2, 2021. Family owned and operated by Mario and Daysi López, along with their daughter Ana López-Vucaj, the … Continue reading Giorgio’s Pizza and Pasta Opening Soon