Political Analyst Scott Mitchell invited Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame Inductee Dawn Shelton for a conversation on life, rural existence, Route 66 and a lot more in this week's Hot Seat.

Dawn Shelton Extended Interview

Listen in to the full conversation above or follow along for the biggest takeaways:

Journalism and Community

Dawn Shelton is the publisher of The Luther Register and a member of the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame.

The discussion highlights the importance of local journalism for transparency and community cohesion.

Shelton started a community newspaper in Luther to ensure residents had reliable local news.

He and the host emphasize that small towns need a functioning “fourth estate” to stay informed and connected.

Luther and Small-Town Life

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