Benefit to be held for Krasniqi family
Matt Swearengin
A benefit for the Krasniqi family, owners of Roma Italian Restaurant, will be from 3-9 p.m. Sunday, Aug.
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
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Southeastern Oklahoma State University freshmen gathered in front of Morrison Hall before freshman convocation Saturday afternoon.
SE freshman convocation and legacy walk held
Matt Swearengin
Southeastern Oklahoma State University had its freshman convocation and legacy walk Saturday afternoon to welcome the Class of 2028.
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Durant Schools Superintendent Mark Moring escorts Christopher Norman to class at Robert E. Lee Early Childhood Center Monday morning. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat
New superintendent excited about school year
Matt Swearengin
Classes for the 2024-2025 school year began Aug. 15 in the Durant Independent School District and Superintendent Mark Moring has hit the ground running.
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
The 2024-2025 school year in Durant started Aug. 15. Getting breakfast that morning at Washington Irving Elementary School are Kolton Ford, left, and Ben Smith. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat
Back to School
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Back to School
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Weird as hell
Don Rogers
They are weird! First, my apologies to Chip Evans, a friend from my Nevada days. He writes a Monday newsletter called “Weekly Sift,” and if you haven’t read it yet, you should.
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Oklahoma’s historic grocery tax cut coming soon
Oklahoma’s historic grocery tax cut coming soon
Rep. Cody Maynard
Since 2021, we’ve all felt the impact of rising inflation, which has significantly increased the cost of living. Many people find it increasingly challenging to stretch their dollars to keep up with these financial pressures.
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
COMING EVENTS
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Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Choctaw Nation award recipients pause after the ceremony with CNHSA leadership. Photo provided | Choctaw Nation
Indian Health Services recognizes Choctaw Nation associates
The Choctaw Nation
Leaders and innovators across Native American tribes were recognized at the Annual Oklahoma City Area Director’s Indian Health Services awards ceremony in Oklahoma City. Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority (CNHSA) associates received several honors which were presented.
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Botox injections used to treat overactive bladder
Keith Roach, M.d.
DEAR DR. ROACH: In two weeks, I am supposed to get Botox injections for my overactive bladder (OAB) and my frequent need to urinate at nighttime. Are these injections safe? Are there any bad side effects? How long do they work? — D.J.
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Sager accepted into the East Central University President’s Leadership Class
Sager accepted into the East Central University President’s Leadership Class
Aiden Sager
ADA – Durant High School graduate and promising student, Aiden Sager, has been accepted into the East Central University President’s Leadership Class (PLC) for the 2024-25 academic year.
Wednesday, August 14, 2024