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Michael David Bragg

Man accused of murdering his son

Thursday, May 8, 2025

A Bokchito man is accused of shooting his son to death during an altercation on May 3. Fifty-three-year-old Michael David Bragg was charged Tuesday with first-degree murder and possession of a firearm after former felony conviction.

Andy Byrd walks in the fashion show during the Durant Main Street Met Gala. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Awards presented at Main Street Gala

Matt Swearengin

Thursday, May 8, 2025

The Durant Main Street Met Gala was a festive event with many awards presented. It was held last Saturday at the Bell Tower Event Center and Durant Main Street said the event blended glamour with purpose, supported the preservation of the historic district while offering an unforgettable experience.

Kiwanis President Shyla Whitlock and Kiwanian Dr. Greg Clay pray during the Kiwanis Club of Durant Prayer Breakfast. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Kiwanis has annual prayer breakfast

Matt Swearengin

Thursday, May 8, 2025

The Durant Kiwanis Club held its 43rd Annual Community Prayer Breakfast in conjunction with the National Day of Prayer May 1 at the new Southeastern Baptist Collegiate Ministries building. The keynote speaker was Trey Hedrick, director of the Baptist Collegiate Ministries.

COURT BRIEFS

News Staff

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Felonies filed Michael Justin Leopold, 37, Durant, DUI. Charles Rainer Neely, 45, Durant, possession of firearm after former felony conviction.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

News Staff

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Sherry Ann Cooper to Sherry Ann Cooper Revocable Trust, quit claim deed Roberto C. Velasquez, Chelsea S.

The Choctaw Nation had its annual Kick Up Your Heels Walk Saturday at Choctaw Headquarters. The walk brings awareness to sexual abuse. Photos provided | Choctaw Nation

Choctaw Nation has walk to step on sexual abuse

Matt Swearengin

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted every two minutes and the Choctaw Nation had its annual Kick Up Your Heels event Saturday to bring more awareness to sexual violence.

A ribbon cutting from the Durant Area Chamber of Commerce was held for the unveiling of the America Connects Nature’s Adventure Mural Mosaic at the Durant Multi-Sports Complex. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Mural unveiled at sports complex

Matt Swearengin

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

America Connects Nature’s Adventure Mural Mosaic was unveiled last week at the Durant Multi-Sports Complex. This is a public art installation created through a global collaboration of artists and visionaries.

Photo provided | Choctaw Nation The newly built Haven Apartments are located at 2830 Haven Boulevard, Durant and o_ers 6–12-month leases. Haven is currently accepting leasing applications from the public.

Choctaw Nation opens new housing options in Durant

News Staff

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma officially opened its newest multi-family housing unit in Durant with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, April 22. The Haven Apartments in Durant, located on 25 acres, offers 216 one- and twobedroom units providing a comfortable and convenient living experience.

Oklahoma State Rep. Rep. Cody Maynard is shown with Joslyn Harbin, the Durant Boys & Girls Club Oklahoma Youth of the Year winner. Photo provided

Harbin selected as Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year

Matt Swearengin

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Joslyn Harbin has been named the Oklahoma Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year. She is a senior at Caney High School and has been a Durant Boys & Girls Club member for two years.

Brina Dutton, Mighty Moms Podcast co-host, speaks at the Mighty Moms Podcast and The Gordon Center on Saturday. Photo provided

Mighty Moms has autism awareness conference

News Staff

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

The 2025 Mighty Moms Autism Conference was held last Saturday at The Gordon Center in Durant.

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