VELMA, OK - A Wilson man made his first court appearance since being involved in a fatal wreck near Velma over the weekend.
37-year-old John Caxton was in Stephens County court Tuesday where he faces a charge of first degree manslaughter. According to police, Claxton was unlawfully driving a tractor trailer Saturday night, carrying nearly 80,000 pounds of liquid down West Highway 7. They say Robert Bench of Duncan pulled in front of Claxton at an intersection and was killed when the two vehicles collided.
According to the district attorney, Claxton is being charged because he doesn't hold a Class "D" driver's license, carries no commercial license, and has no hazmat certification.
Records also show Claxton has had his driving privilege revoked 8 times in the last 15 years.
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
Posted: 05/07/13 - DURANT, Okla. – Regent Terry Matlock will deliver remarks at Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s Spring Commencement, scheduled for Saturday, May 11, at Paul Laird Field. The ceremony (for all schools) will begin at 10 a.m. A reception will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the Visual & Performing Arts Center. Read More
Posted: 05/06/13 - SHERMAN, TEXAS—Members of the Austin College Class of 2013 are counting down the days until graduation—with both excitement and trepidation. Austin College President Marjorie Hass will present diplomas to more than 340 bachelor’s degree candidates and 18 Master of Arts in Teaching degree candidates who will take part in graduation events May 18 and 19 on campus. Read More
