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Choctaw Cultural Center, French museum partner again

The successful collaboration of art and history between two nations, France and the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma has led to the creation of the new exhibit “Okhvta Chito Okhoatali: Choctaw and French Transatlantic Legacies.” It premiered at the Choctaw Cultural Center on Saturday, July 6.

The Ten Commandments in classrooms

Oklahoma State Representative Jim Olson, a Republican, filed HB 2962 on January 2, 2024. It did not pass. This would have required every publicschool classroom in the state to prominently display a copy of the Ten Commandments written in the original King James Version style (Okhouse.

Canine Flatulence

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My Labrador mix, “Barney,” has a gas problem — a bad gas problem. I monitor his food intake and have even tried putting him on a special diet food, but he continues to emit noxious odors — not just after eating, but throughout the day.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Adam Cantrell, Natasha Cantrell,Tasha Cantrell to Dorado Investment Group, warranty deed Robert Craig Claborn and Laura Kay Claborn to Ernie D.

COURT RECORDS

Felonies filed Aldehidquan Malikyumd Bridges, 45, DUI. Chase Montgomery Sellers, 19, Durant, possession of controlled drug with intent to distribute.
Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat The Boys & Girls Club of Red River Valley received a $21,500 grant from the Taco Bell Foundation and the funds will go toward educational programs.

Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat The Boys & Girls Club of Red River Valley received a $21,500 grant from the Taco Bell Foundation and the funds will go toward educational programs.

Boys & Girls Club receives grant from Taco Bell Foundation

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Red River Valley recently received a $21,500 grant from the Taco Bell Foundation to support programs that benefi t the youth. The funds will go toward their Smart Moves program and other programs that educate and inspire the youth.
Stephanie Swicker became the director of the Durant Main Street program on May 28. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Stephanie Swicker became the director of the Durant Main Street program on May 28. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Main Street director comes from family of entrepreneurs

Stephanie Swicker took the reins of the Durant Main Street program on May 28 and she is excited about moving the program forward and she says business runs in her family.
Bennington had its 62nd annual Homecoming Saturday and Marah Perry picks up candy during the parade. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Bennington had its 62nd annual Homecoming Saturday and Marah Perry picks up candy during the parade. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Bennington 62nd annual Homecoming

Bennington 62nd annual Homecoming

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