The Duncan Banner A Special Supplement to OF STEPHENS
Meet the 2024
COUNTY GRADUATES
Leach & SuLLivan, LLP attorneyS at Law 921 west Main • (580) 255-1111 • www.leachsullivan.com It’s Time… to give a graduation shout-out to the Class of 2024 CONGRATS! Michael P. Sullivan Kent P. Sullivan Jay B. WatKinS JoShua a. creeKMore John e. caMPBell, Jr. PatricK D. Sullivan* *Licensed in Texas & Oklahoma
GRADUATES Meet the
CONGRATULATIONS STEPHENS CO. GRADUATES! - The Duncan Banner staff
School Index
Bray-Doyle High School ............. 6-7
Central High School ..................... 8-9
Comanche High School ........ 12-17
Duncan High School .............. 24-32
Empire High School ................ 36-37
Marlow High School ............... 40-45
Velma-Alma High School ...... 48-50
HOPE Academy & Home School .. 52
Class of 2024 Graduation Magazine is a product of The Duncan Banner, 811 W. Main, P.O. Box 1268, Duncan, OK 73534.
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Words of Wisdom
What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
“You don’t become what you want, you become what you believe.” - Oprah Winfrey
“To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan, but also believe.”
-Anatole France
“The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” - Steve Jobs
“Life is my college. May I graduate well, and earn some honors.” - Louisa May Alcott
“Your life is your story, and the adventure ahead of you is the journey to fulfill your own purpose and potential..”
-Kerry Washington
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” - Mahatma Gandhi
“Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education.” - Martin Luther King Jr.
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Elsy Torres
MEET THE CLASS OF 2024 GRADUATES
Hunter Bicking Caleb Carson
Courtney
David Faith Ford Maxey
TrisTen Moore-Crow
Marquez
Kenzi Hazen
Hannah Kilbourn
Jacob Vines
Class of 2024 McNair Tire & Alignment Duncan Lawton Y • 580-252-8042 1-800-585-6247 Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30-6:00 Sat 7:30-3:00 McNair Auto Sales North Hwy 81 • 580-252-0850 Quality • Service • Dependability Congrats 2024 Seniors! The only impossible journey is the one you never begin. Congratulations Seniors! Be proud of yourself! Bray Store 7503 E Hwy 29 580-658-5211
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DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 7 Congratulations Senior Class of 2024! Remember this day and the sense of pride and accomplishment that you take from it. Use that to move toward your next big goal. Congrats! WHITT FUNERAL HOME 4748 North 81 Highway • 580-252-2244 • www.whittfh.com Come see us for your Weight Loss Journey Walk-ins Welcome 1315 Chisholm Trail Parkway Duncan, Oklahoma 73533 Main 580-606-6852 Congratulations Class of 2024! 2126 N Hwy 81 • 580-252-6224 Open 10am - 5pm Mon-Fri Congrats Donkeys! Good luck in all you do! 403 W. Main, Marlow 580-658-3077 WE ARE REALLY HAPPY FOR YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS. WE PRAY ALL OF YOUR DREAMS AND WISHES COME TRUE! CONGRATULATIONS DONKEYS!
Central High
8 DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 Kellie Archer Aidan Armendariz Peyton Bone Cheyenne Breuer Carter Dayton Rashel Johnson Veronica Martin Dirk McGough Dustin Mulllins Taylor Nunley MEET THE CLASS OF 2024 GRADUATES
Schools Riley Dickerson Lacey Hansen-Beck Ruthie Hargrove Maddie Hunt Bailey Johnson 2126 N Hwy 81 • 580-252-6224 Open 10am - 5pm Mon-Fri Congrats Bronchos! Good luck in all you do! 403 W. Main, Marlow 580-658-3077 WE ARE REALLY HAPPY FOR YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS. WE PRAY ALL OF YOUR DREAMS AND WISHES COME TRUE! CONGRATULATIONS BRONCHOS!
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Morgahn Parkhurst
Van Roberts
Trevor Royer
Andi Standridge
Jarrett Swann
Joseph Turner Kelsie Williams
Abygail Woods
Giselle Zavala
We are proud of you! Today we’re celebrating you, graduates! Congratulations on this milestone achievement and all of the accomplishments you’ve worked for along the way. Remember that the bet is yet to come so enjoy your special day! 11 US-81 255-3995 DINE IN OR CARRY OUT Family owned and operated
Cody Zimmerman
10 DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 710 W. Walnut • 580-255-0183 Lic. #070206 Congratulations to the World’s Best Graduates! You’ve faced no shortage of challenges leading up to this day, and we admire your hard work and perseverance. We wish you success and great happiness!
WAY TO GO GRADUATES! Congrats on a job well done! Open Daily 6am-2pm fOr Breakfast & lunch We cater delicious hot breakfast & lunch items. Private meeting space is available for office meetings, holiday celebrations & special occasions. 3644 US-81, Duncan • (580) 606-6942 • www.jimmysegg.com MARLOW 128 W. Main Street 130 N. Broadway 580.658.5422 DUNCAN 16 S. 9th St. | 1616 W Elk Ave 9th & Maple (Drive-Thru) 580.255.4100
12 DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 MEET THE CLASS OF 2024 GRADUATES Comanche High School
Lathan Allen Landon Bandy Clara Black Briar Blair Aurora Blanton
Samuel Brackeen
Corbin Bowen
Raylee Chaney Brooke Combs
Gabriel Diaz Sandra Doane
2126 N Hwy 81 • 580-252-6224 Open 10am - 5pm Mon-Fri Congrats Indians! Good luck in all you do! Brooke Combs Congratulations Brooke!! We are so incredibly proud of you and your many accomplishments the past four years. We look forward to watching you shine as you begin the next chapter of your life. You have been a blessing since the day you born and we couldn’t love you more!! Love you big, (Dad, Mom, and Bubba) 302 N. Rodeo Dr., Comanche, 580-439-6530 Congratulations Graduates!
Thomas Dobbins
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Dillon Ellis Myles Ellis
Bralynn Fields
Kinsley Fish Amelia Green
Josey Harris
Aiesha Griffith
Jacob Hatch
C’Era Hayne
Devyn Heath
Ayden Hinds
HOPE YOUR GRADUATION IS FILLED WITH FRIENDSHIP WI TH FUN AND GREAT MEMORIES! AN DGREAT YOU MADE IT! YO U Miller Construction & Sons, Inc Comanche • 439-6170
Joel Howard
14 DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 Kendylle James Emily Lada Hunter Lassley Trey Lingelbach Riccardo Mangiola Ryder Morgan Ty Martin Slayer Morris Jessica Neift Lilli Page Christopher Pantaleon Emaleigh Parks Thompson’s Pharmacy 513 Hillery Road, Comanche • 580-439-8869 “Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.” ~ Martin Luther King Jr. Congratulations to our daughter Kinsley Fish, Mykayla Slovak and the Class of 2024! We are proud of you!
DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 15 Jenna Poff Kamrey Rendon Carrisa Richardson Braylee Robinson Kylie
Ida Shahan Isaiah Rodriguez
Smith Harleigh Snow Landen Steele Ashton Stephens Congratulations Cowtown Corner 605 Rodeo Drive, Comanche • (580) 467-1427 Class of 2024! Congratulations class of 2024 graduates! We are proud of you! 580-252-6692www.onthechisholmtrail.com Hustle, Hit & Never Quit! Let’s Go Indians! SALON 128 N. Rodeo Dr. 580-439-6558 Headdress Congratulations today and best wishes for all your tomorrows! “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.” Proverbs 16:3 Congratulations 2024 Graduates! 129 S. Rodeo, Comanche 580-693-0627 •News •Shopping •Dining •Lifestyle •Events •Perspectives Get up-to-the-minute news and information, whenever you want it, with our free mobile app! Find it in your app store to get started today. Download Our Mobile App Today Fast & Easy Access Anywhere, Anytime At Your Fingertips 811 W Main St • 580-255-5354
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Phillipians
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David
Allison
Robert Wilson
Winslett Alyssa Wisdom
Congratulations Baby Girl! I am so proud of you and wish you all the happiness and success the world has to offer.
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Emily Taylor Jordan Thompson
Tidwell Jaydan Trumbo
Waldroup Dylan Williams Caden White Emma Wilson
Daton
Alyssa Wisdom
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4:13 Congratulations Graduates! Your diploma will take you far, and we wish you all the best as you embark on the future. Thanks for setting a great example and making us proud. 219 Main St. • Comanche, OK • (580) 439-6680 Open Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm • Saturday 9am-3pm Graham Jewelry AUTO • HOME • FARM • LIFE 580.439.8823 205 OAK MAIN, COMANCHE MILLERINSURANCE2@GMAIL.COM Congratulations Graduates! MILLER INSURANCE 580-439-8833 601 Hillery Rd. Congratulations Class of 2024! We are very proud of you!
700 Rodeo Drive Comanche, OK 580-439-4649 81stakeout@gmail.com Well Done! As you wrap up this exciting chapter, we hope you’ll take with you fond memories of friends, classmates, teachers and experiences. May the valuable lessons you’ve learned pave the way to continued success in your education and career. Congratulations and best wishes, graduates! 81 Stakeout Congratulations Class of 2024! We are proud of you! Voted Best Gas Station in Stephens County! FUEL • FOOD • ICE • BAIT • BEER • TOBACCO & MORE! 279977 STATE HWY 53 COMANCHE, OK 73529 580-439-6688 Start each day believing in your dreams. Know that you were made for great things.
Congratulations Landen Steele and the Class of 2024. May your hat fly as high as your dreams! Meridian Kwik Mart: Deli • Fuel BBQ • Propane Carry Out Alexander and Son: Track hoe • Skidsteer Dump truck • Dirt work Concrete • Steel buildings 513 Hillery Ste D, Comanche 580-439-8800 203 S. Main, Waurika 580-228-2301 Kelsey Hare Christina Priest - Meagan Bryant Michelle Hall - Lauren Heath Robin Phillips - Donna Nimmo Keisa Sutton Kelsey Hare, Owner 580-439-6956 Dillon & Myles, we are so proud of you two. Your graduation is just the beginning of a whole new journey in life. Go make it yours. You both will do great and mighty things! Love you bunches. Ma & Pa
will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you.” ~ Psalms 32:8 Dillon and Myles Ellis
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906 Oak Main, Comanche • (580) 439-6367 Learning everyday is ultimately the key to success. Don’t ever stop learning, dreaming and achieving. Go get ‘em, graduate! Congratulations! Peaceful Panda Therapeutic Massage •Swedish • Prenatal •Sports • Hot Stones •Couples • Reflexology •Reiki • Ion Foot Detox •Infrared Sauna By Appointment Mon-Sat 8am-9pm 330 S Hwy 81 580-560-0280 Congratulations Class of 2024! Newton Plumbing & Electric Heating & Air Conditioning LLC 120 Main Street, Comanche • 580-439-6618 Congratulations Class of 2024! On your graduation day, we would like to say how proud we are of your achievement! We wish you luck as you take the next step on your journey, and every happiness along the way.
20 DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 As you celebrate your graduation, remember that anything is possible with hard work, integrity and perseverance. May the education and experience of your high school days serve you well in the years ahead, as you pursue new goals and your dreams for the future. Good Luck and Congratulations! 179027 N. 2820 Rd. (Old 81 & Refinery Rd) • (580) 439-5639 Sherwin-Williams® The Americas Group 5059 US-81, Duncan • 580-255-2321 It’s time to celebrate! You did it, grads! Your hard work has paid off and we’re so excited to celebrate this special day with you! We wish you health, happiness, purpose, prosperity and success today and always!
DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 21 Congratulations Class of 2024! Fine jewelry | Diamonds | Gemstones & Timepieces GIA Gemologists | Appraisals | Jewelry & Watch repair done in store 3035 N. Hwy 81, Elk Plaza • 580-255-0631 paynejewelry.com Wherever you go, whatever you do, know our faith and warmest wishes are always with you. We are proud of you and good luck in all your future endeavors! May all of the hopes and dreams you have set your sights on come into focus! The Future Looks Bright 1320 West Main St. 580-255-0988 www.RiceFamilyVision.com
Come in today and bring home your favorite Benjamin Moore® colors. Your home deserves a great paint We now carr y Benjamin Moore® premium paints giving you the ver y best color and quality for your paint project ©2019 Benjamin Moore & Co. ben, Benjamin Moore, Gennex, and the triangle “M” symbol are registered trademarks licensed to Benjamin Moore & Co. All other marks are the property of their respective owner. 10/19 Ace Hardware 3209 N Hwy 81 Duncan, OK 73533 (580) 255-3500 | Web 1600 US-81, 2nd Floor 580-255-3644 • www.duncanchamber.com
POWER UP Let us design a tea just for you! Simply NutritioN 1953 W. Elk • 580.560.1941 Congrats Stephens County Graduates! 1206 N Hwy 81, Duncan • (580) 656-9000 What lies behind us, and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Congratulations!
Duncan
High School
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Bassem Abdul Alexandra Aguilar-Ortiz
Daniella Aguilar-Ortiz
Dayci Alston
Makenzie Andrews
Cairo Baeza
Jose Arredondo
Allison Bailey
Michael Barham
Summer Beck
Siera Beene
Ayden Belveal
Joshua Benson
David Biddle
Dontae Black
Sadi Blalock
Darby Booth
Kaylee Boyce
Jacob Childers
We are so thankful for the blessing of your life and we pray God gives you the desires of your heart that glorify Him, and that He would open the right doors so your plans succeed. We love you and are so proud of you!
Love, Nana and Poppy
You’ve always written your own story. We are so happy that we got to be with you during the adventure of high school. As you grow and start a new chapter, we want you to know how proud we are. Congratulations son.
Love you BIG, Mom & Dad
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Rylee Branch
Damian Brea
Robert Brock Averie Brooksher
Alicia Brown
Jadyn Brown Rylee Brown
Preston Bruehl
Hannah Bruza
Blake Bumpas
Alison Burris
Jackson Butler Theo CarvalhoRorigues_
Chelsea Castro
Bryce Chaires
Nathan Channel
Steven Cherry
Jacob Childers
Dalton Clark
Jada Clauson
Kaden Cogburn
Hunter Collins Aspen Condit
Kiera Brackett
Jeffry Cross
DHS Senior 2024
Congratulations Noah Sims! We are so proud of you. Dad, Nick, DeeAnn, Mark, Blake, Brittany, Braxton, Nanny Boo Boo, Uncle Johnny and Aunt Kay Noah Sims
Alyssa Harvey
We are so proud of the young woman you have become. We cannot wait to see what God has planned for you. We love you.
Mom and Dad
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Danica Contreras
Cecalee Corcorran
Sooner Turner
Jeffry Cross
Brennon Davis
Devlin Davis Rylee Davis
Landon Dean
Chase DeCarlo
Jaelyn Deighan
Leonel Delgado-Perez
Ansley DeVoe
Noelia Devora
Paeton Dial
Jaelynn Diegnan
Brooklyn Donnelly
Ricky Ruff Duke
Camdon Dulworth
Lucas Eaton
Patience Eichler
Morgan Elliot
Triniti Escandon
Calissa Folsum
Jackson Conn
DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 27 Liliana Forte-OConnor Xitlaly Galvez Diana Garcia Jose Garcia Luis Garcia-Diaz Aubre Gardenhire Eisland Gilley Crystal Gomez Jimmie Gordon Cai Gould Logan Gustin Liliana Forte “May He give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.” Psalm 20:4 Congratulations on your accomplishment and BOOMER SOONER!!! We love you! Mom & Dad Evan Howton 118 E. Main St. • 580-252-9497 Tim’s P L C A E Olivia Fletcher We love you Livy and are so proud of you! ~ Papa and Grandma 3522 N. Hwy 81 Duncan, OK 580-252-7011 Congratulations f rom your Pizza Hut family! All the Best to All of Our Graduates It’s your day, and we hope you enjoy every moment as you celebrate the culmination of your hard work. May your graduation be the beginning of a bright and beautiful future. We look forward to celebrating your continued success! 811 W. Main St. • 580-255-5354 • www.duncanbanner.com D UNCAN BANNER THE
Chandler Johnson
Congratulations! We are so proud of the person you’ve become and are amazed at the beautiful soul who continues to grow in front of our eyes. We know that you have the determination, kindness, and strength to reach your goals while staying true to yourself and we cannot wait to see what the future holds for you. Wherever you go, go with all of your heart!
Love you more!! Mom and Dad
Christopher Kouts
“Congratulation on graduating high school. We can’t wait to see what God has planned for you in these next four years at college. We know you will do great things!”
Love Mom, Dad, and Charles
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Maverick Harper Alyssa Harvey Nathaniel Haynes
Melanie Healey Ayden Heidler
Kamryn Heilman Alejandro Hernandez Jessica Hernandez_
Priscilla Hernandez Daylan Holloway Neissah Holmes
Landon Holthaus Christopher Hopkins Logan Hopkins Destaney Horn
Gracie Howard-Goble
Evan Howton
Aden Hutto Angela Ibarra Mason Imel Gage Ingram Avaughnte Jackson Montana James
Tylon Hamm
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Seth Johnson Seth Jordan
Skylar Jordan
Chaz Keenan
Kooper Kelly
Connor Kenney Kaizaiiah Kessler
Keeli Key
Stephany Knight Christopher Kouts
Rilee Kreutz
Jerrick Landing Conner Lane
Preston Landis
Jonah Link
Emma Lucido
Christian Lynch
Angel Macias Miles Massie
Cale May
Kyrsten McCartney Ainsley McEntire
Caleb McFatridge
Caps off to you, Graduate! Job well done! 811 W. Main St. • 580-255-5354 • www.duncanbanner.com D UNCAN BANNER THE We are so proud of you! Work hard, dream big, be YOU. We love you! Dad, Mom, Clay, & Isaiah
Phillips
Chandler Johnson
Casey
Duncan High School
We are so very proud of you, Son. We can’t wait to see the bright future ahead of you.
Love you most, Mom, Dad, & Hadley
Allie Schreckengost
“Be true to yourself, keep an open mind and enjoy your journey.”
We love you, Mom, Dad & Zack
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Nate McGouran
Adyson Meek
Nathaniel Miles Jacob Morales
Jasmine Morales
Noelia Morales Ethan Morgan
Christian Muniz
Ethan Munoz
Grace Munoz
Gabriel Murillo
Michael Nalanga RaeLynn Nero-Spurlock
Pamela Nieto-Mauricio
Kenedy Noble
Aidan Norton
Marissa Padilla
Dawt Par
Alma Pearl
Zane Petty
Casey Phillips
Kole Pizana
Asa Pollock
Gavin McGee
Benjamin “Benji” Smith Jr.
We are so proud of your accomplishments, but mostly that you are compassionate and caring people that honor God with your lives! We can’t wait to see you soar!
Love you, Mom and Dad
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Brandon Powers
Katelin Ramirez
Caleb Ramsey Cody Ramsey Callie Reid
Aydriana Riveros Raianna Robinson
Alex Robison
Emaree Rosado
Kristin Runnels Taylee Salazar
Rylen Samuels Jaret Santos
Allison Schreckengost
Anastasia Scott Ixchel Sepulveda
Kameron Sheeber
Addison Siess Noah Sims
Harsimar Singh Aaliyah Smith Benjamin Smith
Zoey Smith
Sydney Porter
Emersen & Callen Villagrana
Not pictured: Alexandria Ambrecht, Katelyn Babineaux, Kaydence Barnes, Abygail Bartling, Joshua Batch, Kaden Brown, Jaiden Bruce, Ayden Callen, Julia Childers, Eric Costa, Clayton Crosby, Audrey Mueller-Barrientos, Olan Elam, Olivia Fletcher, Travis Fowler, David Fox, Hailey Garcia, Jovie Goodfellow, Wiley Hambrick, Kaidence Hendricks, Madison Hess, Brianna Jones, Azul Magazín Marin, Michael Means, Ramon Olivas, Easton Patton, Autumn Petty, Frederick Pinckard, Charlie Pruitt, Manuel Puentez, Zachariah Rial, Braydon Richey, K’Lanna Richey, Kaylee Rouviere, Zoey Sanders, Nayelli Silver, Derick Stoddard, Scott Stueber, Skyler Thompson, Luriah Williams
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Hector Solorio-Salazar
Henry Spoering
Alexandria Stevens Maliyah StevensonWeimer
Nicholas Stroud
Jillian Swor
Fabian Taylor
Korpez Taylor
Vanessa Tolbert
Isrial Trujillo
Isaac Vallecillo-Ramos
Callen Villagrana
Emersen Villagrana
Landyn Wade
Meg Walker
Kady Wiggins
Bailey Williams
Connor Williams Julia Wilson
Alexis York
First United Methodist Church 2300 N County Club Rd. May God give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed. ~ Psalm 20:4 Congratulations Ainsley McEntire and all area graduates! Congratulations Sydney Porter! We are proud of you and wish you the best! Thompson’s Pharmacy 513 Hillery Road, Comanche • 580-439-8869
Garrett Sneed
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We wish you the strength to face challenges with confidence, Along with the wisdom to choose your battles carefully. We wish you adventure on your journey and may you always stop to help someone along the way. Listen to your heart and follow God always. Remember how much you are loved. We are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Uncle & Amber 2533 W. Elk 580-255-7399 Congratulations, Meg Walker! We love you and are proud of you! 2126 N Hwy 81 • 580-252-6224 Open 10am - 5pm Mon-Fri Congrats Demons! Good luck in all you do! AUTO • HOME • FARM • LIFE 580.439.8823 205 OAK MAIN, COMANCHE MILLERINSURANCE2@GMAIL.COM Congratulations Graduates! MILLER INSURANCE 580.255.2147 928 W. WILLOW, DUNCAN MILLERINSURANCE3@GMAIL.COM
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Local Style Shop Monday-Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-4 We strive to provide an extremely personal shopping experience that leaves customers feeling confident, stylish and comfortable all while offering complete convenience. We provide clothing you will love so you always feel great! Children’s apparel for sizes 0-14 and women’s apparel in sizes S-3X. 902 West Main Street, Duncan • 580-606-6863 Branded Apparel Boutique Clothing To Fit Your Lifestyle
Area high school grads, we applaud you on your hard work and dedication. Now that you’ve earned your diploma, it’s time to think about college. Cameron University should be at the top of your list. Finding a profession that fits your interests and career goals isn’t a challenge at CU. We have nearly 50 different degree options and our dedicated faculty ensures that there will always be someone close by to guide you on your journey.
Cameron’s tuition and fees are among the lowest of any Oklahoma 4-year university, so families can rest assured they’re getting a quality education at a great value.
With a branch campus in Duncan, taking the next step in getting your degree couldn’t be easier!
DUNCAN 1-877-282-3626 LAWTON 1-888-454-7600 WWW.CAMERON.EDU
Empire High School
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Jocelyn Alvarez Garrett Blackburn
Ava Boozer
Addison Brackin
Ethan Bridges
Zade Covington
Luke Burton
Zachary Davis
Lexi Dore
Dakota Gibbons
Dawson Gibbons
Atlyn Giles
Damian Goldsberry
Michael Hamel
Bailey Hildebrand
Colton Johnson
Jaden Kohler
Cayden Langford
Danica Kowalik
Kenley Lemons
William McMahan
Arriana Menga
Rylan Miller
Ryleigh Moiser
Carter Oyster Jillian Porter Lodinn Simpson Shana Skeen Kaydence Smith Brayden Stewart Joseph Steele Bryelyn Turner Joaquin UrquizoSarmiento Gillian Vester Adyson Webb Cailyn Webb Micheal White Madrid Wyatt 2126 N Hwy 81 • 580-252-6224 Open 10am - 5pm Mon-Fri Congrats Bulldogs! Good luck in all you do! 118 E. Main St. • 580-252-9497 Tim’s P L C A E Colton Johnson We love you Colton and are so proud of all you have accomplished. ~ Papa and Grandma We are very proud of you Atlyn! We know you will do great things! Stay close to Jesus Christ! Love you always! MawMaw and Papa Giles Atlyn Giles
38 DUNCAN MAGAZINE | MEET THE GRADUATES 2024 Eastland GrocEry & Grill 1401 E. Bois d’arc 580-252-2361 3209 N. HWY 81 Duncan, OK 73533 580-255-3500 www.acehardware.com We are an Authorized Independent STIHL Dealer. Hedgers & Edgers Starting at $179 99 Trimmers Starting at $149.99 *”Number one selling brand” is based on syndicated Irwin Broh Research (commercial landscapers) as well as independent consumer research of 2010 U.S. sales and market share data for the gasoline-powered handheld outdoor power equipment category combined sales to consumers and commercial landscapers. Scan the code to learn more about our Youth Programs EMPOWERING TOMORROW’S GENERATION 815 West Ash, Duncan (800)366-8354 • (580)255-8530 www.uflic.com Seniors! C5Welding, Fencing & Construction All fencing styles • Repair work • Welding • Awnings • Metal Buildings Mike Childers 580-606-2435 Greet the future with anticipation. Dream big and work hard. Remember your roots, manners and the way home. We love you, Jake! Love, Dad, Mom, Alyssa & Jordan
Marlow High School
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Taegan Archer Dawson Baker
Myleah Bearce
Amy Blevins
Chloe Boyster
Kimsin Daniels
Ciera Brown
Kaylee Davis Kently Davis
Zachary Dawson Damion Dedmon
Landen Dodd
Payton
Alivia Elam Madelyn Elroy Joseus Flores Jesika Friedl Congratulations Class of 2024! 801 S. Broadway St. Marlow 580-658-3784 Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-6:00pm • Sat. 8:30am-4:00pm
Blake Dupree
Edie
Cooper
Demi Hunt Jase Hunt Lauren Ivory Cadey Jones Cameron Jordan
Landen
Gilbert Ely Gray
Emily
King
Hunter
Jacob
Mason Holding 2126 N Hwy 81 • 580-252-6224 Open 10am - 5pm Mon-Fri Congrats Outlaws! Good luck in all you do! The Duncan Banner 811 W. Main St • 580.255.5354 www.duncanbanner.com Help Kids in Our Schools by Donating a Classroom Subscription! To learn more, please call 580.255.5354. From current events that help kids see the world to local issues that really hit home, the newspaper serves to engage, inspire and teach kids both in and out of the classroom.
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