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Southeastern has created a Will Robinson Memorial Scholarship. From left, Southeastern President Dr. Thomas W. Newsom, Carol Crain, Beth Robinson, Tony Robinson (Will’s parents), Scott Crain, and Southeastern Foundation chair Jenny Sanchez. Dan Hoke | SE

Southeastern has created a Will Robinson Memorial Scholarship. From left, Southeastern President Dr. Thomas W. Newsom, Carol Crain, Beth Robinson, Tony Robinson (Will’s parents), Scott Crain, and Southeastern Foundation chair Jenny Sanchez. Dan Hoke | SE

Southeastern Foundation announces creation of Will Robinson Memorial Scholarship

News Staff
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Southeastern Oklahoma State University and the Southeastern Foundation celebrated the creation of the Will Robinson Memorial Scholarship with a signing ceremony June 6.
Demonstrators line the sidewalk on West Main Street at 12th Avenue during a protest Saturday afternoon.

Demonstrators line the sidewalk on West Main Street at 12th Avenue during a protest Saturday afternoon.

‘No Kings’ demonstration held in Durant

Matt Swearengin
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Many protesters lined West Main Street at 12th Avenue Saturday afternoon for a “No Kings” demonstration to denounce the policies of President Donald Trump.

COMING EVENTS

News Staff
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
June 17 Bryan County Federation of Democratic Women (BCFDW) meeting will be held Tuesday, June 17 at 12 noon at the Donald W Reynolds Library in Durant. Visitors welcome.
REP. CODY MAYNARD

REP. CODY MAYNARD

Slate of good legislation passed this session

Rep. Cody Maynard
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
With our legislative session complete, it’s time to review some of the significant legislation that was passed. One major concern I hear regularly— especially in our district—is the condition of Oklahoma’s roads.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

News Staff
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Susan Loyless to Ryan Garcia and Britney Willis, warranty deed Durant Housing Partners Limited Partnership to Dakota Shawn Cherry, warranty deed Carroll Speed and Geraldine M.

COURT RECORDS

News Staff
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Felonies filed Joseph Sanders, 20, Bennington, knowingly concealing stolen property. Winston Paul Gilbeau, 37, Mead, child sexual abuse.
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