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Man arrested for suspicion of pointing gun at motorists

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A man was arrested Monday after authorities received calls about him pointing a firearm at motorists, the Bryan County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies responded to the Washita Bridge near Fort Washita about a man pointing the gun at people as they drove by that morning.

First-ever Southeastern Giving Day raises more than $134,000

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The first-ever Giving Day at Southeastern Oklahoma State University was a rousing success, as the University raised $134,795 for various funds across campus. “Our support from our alumni, partners, and friends across the country was truly evident as they made their donations on A Day for Southeastern,” said Southeastern President Dr.

Choctaw Cultural Center sets solar eclipse watch for all ages

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The Choctaw Cultural Center has big plans to observe the 2024 Solar Eclipse that will cut a wide swath of darkness across the Choctaw Reservation on Monday, April 8. Choctaw culture is filled with a rich oral tradition of storytelling which reflects the unique worldview surrounding tribal life for centuries.

COURT RECORDS

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Felonies filed Cody L. Garlington, 22, Little Elm, Texas, DUI.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

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Recorded in the Bryan County Clerk’s Office Darrell Bailey Sr. and Betty Bailey to Darrell Bailey Jr. and Regina Bailey, quit claim deed David Stinnett to Victor Garza, quit claim deed James D. Thrasher and Nancy L.

Fly fishing for trout on the Blue River

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As I wound my way through twisted oak trees and rock formations down the trail, I could hear it in the distance, sounding a bit like rain—the siren song of the river. I reveled in the sensation of the warm sun on my face as I approached one of my favorite spots, watching the mist lift into the air as water crashed over the moss-covered rocks creating a series of waterfalls. There was not a fisherman in sight, but since it was late on a Friday afternoon, I suspected the easy access area right by the river had been hit hard over the course of the day.

Durant Fire Department to host open testing

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The Durant Fire Department will host open testing on Saturday, April 6 at the Durant Multi-Sports Complex. The purpose of the testing event is to build a pool of applicants for future openings within the department.

Insurance commissioner visits Durant

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Glen Mulready, commissioner of the Oklahoma Insurance Department, visited Durant March 7 to speak at the Oklahoma Emergency Management Conference, local insurance agents and the fire department. Mulready said the visit was a part of the office’s outreach program to communities outside of the metropolitan areas.