August 26, 2026
Kingston High School graduates celebrate at the end of commencement May 17 at the Kingston Multipurpose Activity Center. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat
Robert E. Lee Early Childhood Center said, “Aloha to the 20232024 School Year” and had lunch outside last week.
Law enforcement o_cers bow their heads in prayer during the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Tribute May 16 at the Choctaw Nation Headquarters Amphitheater. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat
Caps and confetti are thrown at the end of commencement for the Durant High School Class of 2024. The graduation was held May 16 at Southeastern Bloomer Sullivan Arena. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat
A ribbon cutting was held last week at the Durant Area Chamber of Commerce o_ce for the Jarid Taylor Memorial 5K and Fun Run. Taylor was a Bryan County Sheri’s deputy who gave his life in the line of duty in 2020. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat
Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat Avery Cochran was recently named the Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year.
Mutt has returned to the Durant Animal Shelter There was a change in the landlord situation at his foster’s residence. He is available for adoption and is great with other dogs. Mutt is about five months old will probably fill out to a normal lab size dog. For information about other available pets, call the Durant Animal Shelter, 924-3737 option 3. Photo provided | City of Durant