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Durant Steam Laundry

Mary E. Maurer
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Many of us recall the “good old days” when laundry was done each week using a reliable wringer washer. Clothes were hung on a line outside to dry and later brought inside. The next day they were ironed. I learned the process when I was about nine years old.
Brian Britt, director of the Pride of Oklahoma OU marching band, directed the SEOBDA District High School Honor Band performance Saturday at Durant High School. Multiple members of Durant High School Band were in the performance. Britt is a graduate of Durant High School. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Brian Britt, director of the Pride of Oklahoma OU marching band, directed the SEOBDA District High School Honor Band performance Saturday at Durant High School. Multiple members of Durant High School Band were in the performance. Britt is a graduate of Durant High School. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Director of Pride of Oklahoma directs High School Honor Band

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Choctaw Nation Lighthorse law enforcement officers from left, Christian Minyen, Jacob Heath, Brenton Hall, Jeff Bryant, Robert Rocha, Cody Donoley, Zach Chavez, and Danny Smith all received “Life Saver” awards.

Choctaw Nation Lighthorse law enforcement officers from left, Christian Minyen, Jacob Heath, Brenton Hall, Jeff Bryant, Robert Rocha, Cody Donoley, Zach Chavez, and Danny Smith all received “Life Saver” awards.

Choctaw Nation honors Lighthorse law enforcement officers

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma law enforcement officers were honored for actions above and beyond the call of duty in 2023 during a ceremony last month. Officer Christian Minyen was able to clear airway obstruction on an infant.

COMING EVENTS

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Feb. 3 Calera Fire-Rescue’s 49th annual chili dinner will be from 11 a.m.
The Kiwanis Club Bryan County Senior of the Month is Kaysun Thralls. She is shown with Kiwanis President Kyle Stephens and Kiwanian Ryan Richardson.

The Kiwanis Club Bryan County Senior of the Month is Kaysun Thralls. She is shown with Kiwanis President Kyle Stephens and Kiwanian Ryan Richardson.

Kiwanis Club continues a New Year’s Resolution

Phyllis Rustin
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
If you made a 2024 New Year’s resolution and have successfully kept your resolution, congratulations! Most resolutions have already been abandoned. In 1915 Kiwanis International service club made a resolution to aid the children of the world.

Don’t be ugly

Marion Hill
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
I’m fascinated by ideas. I love to hear the interplay of various opinions on the same issue.

How to take precautions when a family member has Mono

Keith Roach, M.d.
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter was exposed to infectious mononucleosis (“mono”) at college, and she is coming to spend a week at home. What precautions do we need to take to make sure that the rest of the family remains safe? How long does the virus stay active on surfaces?

COURT RECORDS

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Felonies filed Kimberly Cooper, 52, endangering others while eluding and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. Donald Joe Green III, 39, Cartwright, trafficking in illegal drugs and possession of firearm during commission of a felony.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Mary E.Adams to Mary E.Adams and Jerry Adams, quit claim deed APJ Properties to Next Generation Enterprises, warranty deed J. Dewayne Hodge and Melinda Hodge to Michael David Gardner and Stephanie Gardner, warranty deed Larry D. Fite to Larry D. Fite and...
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