Choctaw Cultural Center offers full slate of summer events

Thousands of years of culture and history of the Choctaw people are presented in a fascinating experience for the family at the Choctaw Cultural Center in Durant. The Choctaw Cultural Center is dedicated to exploring, preserving, and showcasing the Choctaw story.

Southeastern to offer two new Allied Health Master’s degrees beginning in August

Southeastern Oklahoma State University has announced the launch of two new Master’s of Science degree programs in the Allied Health field, beginning in the Fall I session in August 2024. The 33-hour programs for the M.S.

How to beat the heat: Tips for heart health during high temps

Summer 2024 is predicted to bring on the heat which can put extra stress on your heart. For every degree body temperature rises, the heart beats approximately 10 beats per minute faster, according to the National Institute of Health.

COURT RECORDS

Felonies filed Kalin Michael Lomoe, 29, Durant, stalking. Christopher A.

How to remove a tick from your pet

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: While checking my little Terrier, “Fritz,” after a walk, I found one small tick just hanging on his fur. I don’t know what I would have done if it had attached itself to his skin. What’s the procedure? Should I rush him to the vet if a tick attaches itself ?

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Keisha Starlene Wickersham and Garry David Reese to Teresa Reese, quit claim deed Joseph Al-Khateib to Joshua Adams and Jessica Adams, warranty deed Joseph Al-Khateib to Record Owners, quit claim deed SLP LLC to Hunter Lovejoy and Blanca Smee, warranty...

SOS grant provides preventative education on substance abuse

Southeastern Oklahoma State University (SE) is committed to fostering a supportive environment for students, faculty, and staff, and has taken a proactive approach to addressing substance use and mental health concerns within its community.

COMING EVENTS

June 29 The Mission’s second-annual Summer Bash fundraiser will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, June 29 at Carl Albert Park.

Gardner family has reunion

Descendants of Jeremiah and Clarissa (LeFlore) Gardner all gathered June 16at Old Church in Bennington, Oklahoma, where it’s been held for 71 years. Clarissa (LeFlore) Gardner was the daughter of Rebecca (Cravat) LeFleur. She was also the sister of Greenwood LeFlore.

Chaplains in public schools? What could possibly go wrong?

The Oklahoma State Legislature discussed and passed SB36, affecting education by allowing “school districts to employ or accept volunteer chaplains” (http:// www.oklegislature.gov ).