New George Washington Elementary School opens

The 2022-2023 school year began Aug. 18 in the Durant Independent School District and this was the very first day for the new George Washington Elementary School.

Bryan County EMS seeking bond for new facility

Bryan County EMS is asking voters to approve a $5,560,000 bond to build a new facility which they say will give them the space they need plus provide for future growth.

Pride of Durant preparing for 2022-23 season

The Pride of Durant high school band is wrapping up a two-week band camp this week to prepare for the marching season.

Obituaries

Nancy Moore

Matthew Williams

Laura Beth Whitfill

Dorothy (Calhoun) Kellum

Marylu Tignor Jaggers

Margaret Ann Dodson Findley

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Rock drummer opens coffee shop in downtown Kingston

A “soft opening” for Greg’s Rockin’ Goat Coffee in Kingston was held Sunday and the coffee shop, founded by Greg Upchurch, drummer for the rock band, Three Doors Down, opened Wednesday. …

A little history lesson for my friends, part 1

Oklahoma has a rich and varied history, dating back long before statehood in 1907. Some historians credit the way Native Americans loved music as an influence that helped produce such singers as …

Caddo to vote on school bond

A $1,355,000 bond proposition to fund the construction of two new classrooms at Caddo High School is among items on the Aug. 23 runoff primary election.

Political speaking

Imagine Durant hosted a Vote 580 candidate speaking Monday evening at Southeastern’s Tailgate Alley. Candidates from both sides of the ballot spoke at the event and the runoff primary election is …

Bryan County Free Fair approaches

The Bryan County Free Fair is scheduled for September 7th through the 10th. With the fair being only a few weeks away, it’s time to start getting your canning, quilts, crafts, and chickens ready …

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