Bode Shahan, an 18-yearold student at Madill High School, is a young individual with a clear vision for his future. Born to Michelle Chapman and Raymond Shahan, with step-parents LaceyShahanandIanChapman, he said he comes from a blended family that provides him with love and support. His grandparents are Barbara and Larry Burns and he said they play a significant role in his life.

Cash Coble is a 17-yearold student at Madill High School who is the son of Chad and Toby Coble. With his mother being a Madill High School graduate from the class of '92, Cash comes from a supportive and loving family. He is the younger brother of Case Coble, who graduatedfromMHSin2021. Coble has two sets of grandparents, Dan and Jamie Orr, both Madill graduates, and Jim and Joanne Coble of Marietta, who have always been there to cheer him on and offer their unwavering support.

As the baseball season winds down, Madill has seen a few bright spots of late after a rough start to their baseball campaign. Madill topped a tough Lone Grove squad, 2-1 last Friday.

Madill Boys and Girls Track Teams had a nice showingattheWampusCat Invitational over the weekend. Both Wildcat teams had a couple of 1st place finishers. Yadira Barbosa came away with two 1st place finishes for the girls, taking both the 1600m and 3200m events. Jose Campos ran a 4:48.05 to win the 1600m boys event, Gilberto Grimaldo took 1st place in the Shot Put with a toss of 44 ft-1inch, and Triston Barnes finished 1st in the Pole Vault with a vault of 12 feet. Barnes was followed closely behind by Christian Robledo with an 11-foot vault, good enough for a 3rd place finish.

On April 9, Kingston High School Senior, Delton O’Steen, signed his letter of intenttoattendMurrayState College for Rodeo, in Team Roping. O’Steen, who is a versatile athlete in football, baseball and rodeo.

Two vital district wins as well as a pair of triumphs over local rivals highlighted a perfect week for the Kingston Redskin baseball team heading down the stretch run of the season. Coach Daron Henson’s squad swept a pair of outings from Hugo, winning 7-0 and 9-5, before taking a 13-inning marathonoverMarshall CountyadversaryMadillbya 6-4 count.

Every individual’s life is a unique story, filled with joys, challengesandmomentsthat shape their character. In the case of Korlee Cunningham-Martin, an eighteen-yearold student at Madill High School, her journey is one of determination,resilienceand remarkable achievements.

In the halls of Madill High School, one name that stands out is Armando Osiel Gonzalez. At the age of 17, Armando has already left a lasting impression on those around him through his involvement in various sports and activities, as well as his deep appreciation for the peoplewhohaveinspiredand shaped his life.

uses to showcase his many musical talents, from learning a new instrument to composition work.His parents said they had no idea about the YouTube Channel until recently but were not surprised. McElroy said he is thankful to his family and all of those that have supported him throughout the years “Thanks for being very supportive of my random musical pursuits,” he said.