NewsLocal News

Actions

Claremore student semifinalist to name Mars rover

Posted at 10:33 PM, Jan 17, 2020
and last updated 2020-01-17 23:37:15-05

A Claremore student could be the one to name the Mars 2020 rover.

Caden Fox made it to the semifinals for the contest. Fox's name will now go to the next round of consideration.

The name he chose is Cherokee, and it translates to "traveler hello adventurer."

Fox says it pays homage to his heritage and Oklahoma's rich Native American history.

Stay in touch with us anytime, anywhere.

Download our free app for Apple and Android and Kindle devices.

Sign up for newsletters emailed to your inbox. Select from these options: Breaking News, Severe Weather, School Closings, Daily Headlines and Daily Forecasts.

Follow us on Twitter

Like us on Facebook