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COURT RECORDS

Felonies filed Autumn Marrie Bertis, Durant, fugitive from justice. Carlos Cruz Martinez, 34, aggravated DUI.

Colbert teen is suspect in mother’s homicide

A 13-year-old Colbert boy has been taken into custody for suspicion of killing his mother, authorities said. According to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, Bryan County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched at approximately 6:45 p.m.
The Beats for Life Foundation Heart Walk was Saturday at Bloomer Sullivan Arena. From left, Baylee Sullivan, Brooklyn Sullivan, Blair Sullivan, Carolyn Holland (in back), Angie Sullivan and Jordan Sullivan. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

The Beats for Life Foundation Heart Walk was Saturday at Bloomer Sullivan Arena. From left, Baylee Sullivan, Brooklyn Sullivan, Blair Sullivan, Carolyn Holland (in back), Angie Sullivan and Jordan Sullivan. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Inaugural Heart Walk raises heart health awareness

The inaugural Beats for Life Foundation Heart Walk was on Saturday at Bloomer Sullivan Arena to make strides on heart health, congenital heart defect (CHD) and organ donor awareness. Ten-year-old Blair Dawn Sullivan, the daughter of Jordan and Angie Sullivan, was born with a congenital heart defect.

Commissioners say no to TIF district in Silo

Bryan County Commissioners Scott Goad, Justin Boone and Brandon Carr turned down a request in a meeting last week to begin the process of creating a Tax Increment Finance (TIF) district for a solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Silo.

Board of education general election announced

The Bryan County Election Board announced today that the Board of Education General Election will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Following is a list of school districts with elections and candidates that will be on the ballot: All are for Office no.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Emmanuel J. Mosser and E.J. Mosser Revocable Trust to E.J. Mosser, warranty deed Stephen G. Hinkle to Stephen Glenn Hinkle and SGH Revocable Trust, quit claim deed James Vaughn Jr. and Judy Vaughn to James W.Vaughn Jr. and Judy C.

COURT RECORDS

Felonies filed Robin Lee Shires, 63,Valley View, Texas, possession of firearm after former felony conviction and thirddegree burglary. Xander Gene Dorman, 21, Harcourt, Ia., aggravated DUI.
Senior Cole Robbins is returning to the Durant Lions baseball team this season. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Senior Cole Robbins is returning to the Durant Lions baseball team this season. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Veteran Lions eye strong baseball campaign

Coming off a return to the Class 5A state tournament a year ago, the Durant Lions baseball team welcomes back a senior-laden nucleus focused on another lengthy playoff push come May.

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