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Southeastern and University of Nevada Las Vegas announced a partnership on Monday. From left, Tammi Tiger, Director of the Tribal Education Initiative at the UNLV Harrah College of Hospitality; Dr. David Cárdenas, Dean of the UNLV Harrah College of Hospitality; Dr. David Whitlock, President of Southeastern Oklahoma State University; and Chad Harp, Executive Director of Tribal Relations at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Southeastern and University of Nevada Las Vegas announced a partnership on Monday. From left, Tammi Tiger, Director of the Tribal Education Initiative at the UNLV Harrah College of Hospitality; Dr. David Cárdenas, Dean of the UNLV Harrah College of Hospitality; Dr. David Whitlock, President of Southeastern Oklahoma State University; and Chad Harp, Executive Director of Tribal Relations at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Southeastern announces Tribal Gaming and Hospitality degree pathway in conjunction with UNLV

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Southeastern Oklahoma State University and the Tribal Education Initiative at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)’s William F.

Jonah, kneel in prayer!

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Wednesday, November 5, 2025
We noticed in our previous article that Jonah waited a LONG time before he finally humbled himself enough to pray. What is so interesting to me about that is the kind of prayer he offers after that long wait.
Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat The Justin and Tracie Johnson home on North Second Avenue in Durant had a fabulous Halloween display and they were greeted by many trick or treaters Halloween night.

Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat The Justin and Tracie Johnson home on North Second Avenue in Durant had a fabulous Halloween display and they were greeted by many trick or treaters Halloween night.

Halloween House

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Wednesday, November 5, 2025
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COURT RECORDS

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Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Felonies filed Calvin Jerome Cortez, 28, Dallas, Texas, DUI. Felonies disposed Jerry Pat Stewart, 34, Leonard, Texas, possession of stolen vehicle, no contest, two-year suspended sentence.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

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Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Gateway Homes & Design to Aaron L. Rask, warranty deed Mary B. Ducote to Darrell Bailey and Regina Bailey, warranty deed Evlyn Crow to Sheila Gail Murrell, warranty deed Aaron L. Rask to Rack Investments, warranty deed Independent School District No.
Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat Candy was handed out during the Bokchito Trunk-or-Treat Oct. 30 at the community pavilion.

Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat Candy was handed out during the Bokchito Trunk-or-Treat Oct. 30 at the community pavilion.

Bokchito Trunk or Treat

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Wednesday, November 5, 2025
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Sarah Coblentz, left, and Sydney Reardon were named 2025 Southeastern Homecoming Royalty. In the middle is Southeastern Interim President Dr. David Whitlock. Dan Hoke | SE

Sarah Coblentz, left, and Sydney Reardon were named 2025 Southeastern Homecoming Royalty. In the middle is Southeastern Interim President Dr. David Whitlock. Dan Hoke | SE

Coblentz and Reardon named 2025 Southeastern Homecoming Royalty

News Staff
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Following a vote by the student body at Southeastern Oklahoma State University during its annual Homecoming week, Sarah Coblentz and Sydney Reardon were named Homecoming Royalty at halftime of the Savage Storm’s football game versus Henderson State on Saturday, November 1.
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