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In Memoriam

Our continued thoughts and prayers are with Jayden's family and friends.

Funeral services for Jayden McCain will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Madill.

Obituary

Board of Regents Meeting

The Murray State College Board of Regents held its September meeting and dinner.

During the dinner, President Dr. Tim Faltyn highlighted the accomplishments of several college teams and organizations, including FBLA, Softball, Golf and Rodeo.

In the meeting that followed, the Board honored outgoing Chair Adisha Chapman with gifts in recognition of her leadership and achievements throughout her tenure.

Strategic Planning Retreat

Murray State College's Leadership Team met to share progress updates in their respective areas and discuss future priorities for the college's strategic plan.

Oklahoma Energy Resources Board Workshop

Murray State College partnered with the Oklahoma Energy Resources Board (OERB) to host a teachers’ workshop, giving educators hands-on activities, classroom resources, and new ideas to make science and energy lessons more engaging for their students.

Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas donated $2,000 to support STEM education.

Murray State Science Professor Don Loving collaborates with OERB as a science faculty member and partner to bring this educational opportunity to local teachers.

Fairest of the Fair Contest

Murray State College sponsored the Fairest of the Fair & Fair King Contests at the 2025 Johnston County Free Fair.

The Senior Division Champions received a $1,500 tuition waiver to Murray State College and the Runner Up received a $1,000 tuition waiver.

The Junior and Intermediate Division Champions received a $100 gift certificate to Murray on Main, and the Runner Up received a $50 gift certificate.

Fair King

Champion: Daniel Ferguson, Coleman

Runner-up: Colt Duval, Coleman

Fairest of the Fair: Junior Division

Champion: Alexis Stuart, Coleman

Runner-up: Danielle Vanover, Coleman

Fairest of the Fair: Intermediate Dvision

Champion: Ryden Hinton, Mill Creek

Runner-up: Ember Duval, Coleman

Fairest of the Fair: Senior Division

Champion: Sarah Simmons, Wapanucka (not pictured)

Runner-up: Karlee Hearrell, Milburn

"Coloring Our Wild World" Art Exhibit

Murray State College in Ardmore hosted a reception to celebrate the artwork of artists Pauline Emory and Shelly Tate Garner and their exhibition, "Coloring Our Wild World."

Aggie Night at The Clubhouse

Murray State College's Student Life hosted "Aggie Night at The Clubhouse." Students played arcade games, had go-kart races and made hole-in-ones in mini golf. This is just one of many opportunities Murray State students have to explore our communities and find places to enjoy for study breaks and weekends.

Murray State College Hosts Blood Drive

Murray State College in Ardmore hosted a blood drive with a great turnout. A big thank you to everyone who donated — because of your generosity, the event was a success and will help save countless lives.

Murray State Show Team Competes at Kansas State Fair

The Murray State College Show Team kicked off the fall strong at the Kansas State Fair. Congratulations to Regan Boatwright on exhibiting the Champion Chester Gilt.

Murray State Rodeo Team Member Wins in Kansas

With a score of 82, Murray State College Rodeo Team Member Labrant Wilson was the champion bull rider at the Colby Community College Rodeo.

Murray State Rodeo Team Member Named Rookie of the Year

Murray State College Barrel Racer Jaycee Pritchet was named Rookie of the Year in the Kansas Professional Pro Rodeo Association. She is ranked No. 2 in the Central Plains Region Standings.

Aggies Place Third at Northwest Arkansas Cross Country Meet

The Murray State College Cross Country Teams had strong performances at the Northwest Arkansas Community College Cross Country Opener, with each team earning a third-place finish.

Erica Frass led the Lady Aggies as she broke the program record for the 5K at her second collegiate meet.