Guthrie grads thankful for life on the ranch
"It's a real testament to the effort these boys made.” Peppers Ranch Executive Director Jim Williston
Teens will move to UCO campus to attend schoo

 
By John A. Williams
Published: June 26, 2008

Graduation is a rite of passage for most teenagers.

But for two Guthrie High School graduates, the pomp and circumstance held more meaning.

Shawn Bell and Diante Webb were the first two residents of Peppers Ranch in Edmond to graduate from high school. Peppers Ranch is a residential community for abused boys.

Executive Director Jim Williston said the 18-year-olds have lived at the ranch for 31/2 yea...


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