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Polar Plunge held for Special Olympics

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The annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics was Saturday morning at Choctaw RV Park with Scott Corbin emceeing the event. “If you don’t know by now, a Polar Plunge is a fundraising challenge made to an individual or group challenging them to dive into a cold body of water in order to raise money for Special Olympics,” Corbin said.

Durant Steam Laundry

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Many of us recall the “good old days” when laundry was done each week using a reliable wringer washer. Clothes were hung on a line outside to dry and later brought inside. The next day they were ironed. I learned the process when I was about nine years old.

COMING EVENTS

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Feb. 3 Calera Fire-Rescue’s 49th annual chili dinner will be from 11 a.m.

Kiwanis Club continues a New Year’s Resolution

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If you made a 2024 New Year’s resolution and have successfully kept your resolution, congratulations! Most resolutions have already been abandoned. In 1915 Kiwanis International service club made a resolution to aid the children of the world. Durant Kiwanis Club proudly continues this tradition of service.

Don’t be ugly

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I’m fascinated by ideas. I love to hear the interplay of various opinions on the same issue.

How to take precautions when a family member has Mono

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DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter was exposed to infectious mononucleosis (“mono”) at college, and she is coming to spend a week at home. What precautions do we need to take to make sure that the rest of the family remains safe? How long does the virus stay active on surfaces?

COURT RECORDS

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Felonies filed Kimberly Cooper, 52, endangering others while eluding and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. Donald Joe Green III, 39, Cartwright, trafficking in illegal drugs and possession of firearm during commission of a felony.