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Sulphur · SulphurTornado damage was extensive in Sulphur after an EF3 twister plowed through the historic business district April 27. Above, a car was overturned and pummeled and buildings destroyed, including a theatre, at left, and multiple businesses in the Hassen building, at right, among others. The Chickasaw Nation is pooling its many resources to aid the cities of Sulphur and Marietta, Oklahoma, in the aftermath of the fatal April 27 storm system that ra…See the Story
Tribe Mobilizes Resources After Devastating Tornado
Coronavirus · DavisBy Jennifer Lindsay
The Davis Board of Education unanimously accepted the resignation of Superintendent Mark Moring Monday night.
“Moring saw us through some difficult times, Covid and the tax protest we are caught up in with the windmills, and we wish him the best,” said board president Bubba Bolding.
Moring will finish out the current contract year ending June 30, and then he will be taking the superintendent job at Durant Public Schools.
“It’…See the Story
Superintendent Resigns, Accepts Job at Durant
Sulphur · SulphurSteve Jolly, left, was sworn in as Sulphur Public School’s newest board member last week. He was sworn in by school attorney Fob Jones, right, and replaces longtime member, Tammy Scrugham. Steve Jolly, left, was sworn in as Sulphur Public School’s newest board member last week. He was sworn in by school attorney Fob Jones, right, and replaces longtime member, Tammy Scrugham.PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. Our website requires visitors to log…See the Story
Jolly Sworn In As Board Member
Davis, Oklahoma · DavisReady to jump into summer? Join Davis Public Library for their annual Summer Reading Kick off Party on Friday, May 31, from 2 – 3 p.m. at Fullerton Park, 701 Benton Ave. Bring family and friends for this “foamtastic” occasion filled with fun and lots of bubbles. This event is free and open to the public.
This year’s theme, Adventure Begins at Your Library will be featured at the party. “We are excited to begin this summer with a refreshing foam …See the Story
Davis Public Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Program with a Foam Party
Sulphur · SulphurAndy Freeman Rehired As City Manager
Darrell Cole Elected For 2nd Term As Mayor
Alan McKay Sulphur City Council members approved the rehiring of City Manager Andy Freeman during the regular monthly meeting Monday night. The vote was three for with two abstentions.Following a short executive session, members returned and voted to rehire Freeman and enter into contract negotiations.During public participation, citizen Tara Mullins addressed t…See the Story
State Plans Investigative Audit Of Sulphur, Citizen Says
Sulphur · SulphurThese SHS students will graduate with honor during Friday’s commencement exercises.They are, from left, top row,Carter Hanley, Huston Holder,Treygon Gehring, Bowdy Fires, Colton Lee; middle row, Jessa Johnson, Makinzi Adkison, Karli Linder, Jadelyn Scheer, Nevaeh Harnsberger; bottom row, Kabrie Ramer, Danielle Allgood, Peyton Callen, Mabry Jones, Audrey Mao, and Gabriella Salas. Not pictured is Braxtyn Wilkerson. PHOTO BY LISA WATSON With heavy…See the Story
Commencement Exercises Planned For Sulphur, OSD
Red Cross · SulphurThe American Red Cross served free hot meals to the Barnsdall community in partnership with the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.Many Red Cross crews made their way from Sulphur and Marietta to Barnsdall to provide disaster relief.2 News went along as volunteers Lori and Pat Loney handed out the meals to volunteers, storm victims and other workers. It was an operation the team had down. Lori said they pack the meals, drive to the disaster area and …See the Story
FREE MEAL: American Red Cross, Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma hands out hot meals
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Davis, Oklahoma · DavisGIRLS 4×200 Relay team place fifth at State, the team included: Shelby Courtney, Tylisha McDonald, Lily Hefley and Kensley Barnes. Their race was 1.50.18 timed. SECOND Place Pole Vault at State. Cassidy Parson cleared the bar at 9-00.00 to qualify. THIRD Place 3oo Meter Hurdles at State. Kensley Barnes ran 48.32 and 49.20 to qualify. BOYS 4×100 Relay team place third at State, the team included: Seth Knapp, Dax Owens, Trey Melton and Dakota Cart…See the Story
