Sun Apr 06 06:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Stormy Weather and Local Obituaries Dominate News Cycle

**Guthrie, OK – April 6, 2025** – The Guthrie area is bracing for a day of heavy rain, with a 100% chance of showers throughout the day and an 80% chance continuing into the night. The National Weather Service predicts a high of 64°F and winds from the west-southwest at 5-10 mph. Total rainfall is expected to be around a quarter of an inch.

Meanwhile, local news is dominated by several obituaries. James S. Linkous, 89, of Bluefield, WV, passed away on March 28th. He was born in Bluefield in 1935 and worked various jobs in the area in his youth. Patricia June York Carper, 81, of Kenova, WV, also passed away on March 28th. She was born in Princeton, WV in 1943. Funeral arrangements have been announced for both individuals.

Elsewhere, a photo depicting a youth with Down’s syndrome joyfully participating in a celebration for the Plurinational Day of Inclusive Education in El Alto, Bolivia, highlights a positive note amidst the somber news.

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