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Southeastern Oklahoma State University freshmen gathered in front of Morrison Hall before freshman convocation Saturday afternoon.

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
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Southeastern Oklahoma State University had its freshman convocation and legacy walk Saturday afternoon to welcome the Class of 2028.
Durant Schools Superintendent Mark Moring escorts Christopher Norman to class at Robert E. Lee Early Childhood Center Monday morning. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

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
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
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.
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

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

News Staff
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Back to School

Weird as hell

Don Rogers
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
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.
Oklahoma’s historic grocery tax cut coming soon

Oklahoma’s historic grocery tax cut coming soon

Oklahoma’s historic grocery tax cut coming soon

Rep. Cody Maynard
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
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.

COMING EVENTS

Ongoing
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Searching for answers in an uncertain world? You have the opportunity to find the answers to what you are looking for in a Discover Bible School study series. It is a free correspondence course. Send inquiry to Discover Bible School 4019 w. Hwy. 70 #205 Durant, OK 74701.
Choctaw Nation award recipients pause after the ceremony with CNHSA leadership. Photo provided | Choctaw Nation

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
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
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.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Gatorjacks Ranch to Trenton L. Munden and Hannah M. Munden, warranty deed Pamela Sue Helfin Pearce to Masada LLC, warranty deed-CORR Lynda K. Hensley to Tracy Fuentes and Ruben Fuentes, quit claim deed Delores Jane Myers to Dustin Wyatt Hicks, quit claim...
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