CREEK COUNTY, Oklal. – The Creek County Democratic Party is offering two $750 scholarships in honor of its former chair, Willene Wright.

The scholarship competition is open to all graduating seniors who 1) are residents of Creek County and 2) are either registered Democrats of have at least one parent or guardian who is a registered Democrat in Creek County, Okla. Public school, private school, or home school students are welcome to apply.

Details are available on the CCDP Facebook page, Creek County Democrats. Applications can be obtained by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling Stan or Jane Johnson at 918-227-1586.

Applications must be postmarked no later than Feb. 4, 2015 to be considered. The awards will be presented in April.