The Durant Fire Department visited Washington Irving and other elementary schools last week to educate children about September 11th and give them the opportunity to handle fire department equipment. From left, Jason Roby, Madi Davenport, Kash Buchanan and Tresa Richardson. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Caddo has been designated a Purple Heart Town and a plaque was presented during a council meeting last week. Shown are council members Garrett Schafer, Eddie Ervin and Abby Owen, Dwight Gould, Curtis Cheramie, Mayor Lindal White, Daniel Earley, Yates Canipe and Steve Byrd. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat

Officials break ground on the Roosevelt Bridge replacement project during a ceremony on Sept. 10 at Lake Texoma in Marshall County. The new bridge is expected to be completed in fall 2029. Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat