March 19, 2020

Protections for unborn approved by Oklahoma Senate

Release OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate strengthened protections for the unborn Thursday, Mar. 12 with the passage of the Senate Bill 1859.  Sen. Paul Scott, R-Duncan, […]
March 19, 2020

Lankford issues statement on Senate passage of coronavirus economic package

Release WASHINGTON, DC – Senator James Lankford (R-OK) on Wednesday issued a statement following the vote on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which is the second bill addressing […]
March 19, 2020

Southeastern to complete spring semester with online classes

SE Communications DURANT – As a precaution and in joining the global effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Southeastern Oklahoma State University has announced a […]
March 19, 2020

State Election Board declares election emergency

Release OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma State Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax declared an election emergency today for local elections being held in 74 counties on April […]
March 17, 2020

Clint Black with Steve Wariner concert at Choctaw Casino & Resort postponed

Choctaw Nation Michelle Weaver DURANT – Out of an abundance of caution for everybody involved, Clint Black with Steve Wariner concert at Choctaw Casino & Resort Durant […]
March 17, 2020

Lankford issues statement on declaration of national emergency

Release WASHINGTON, DC – Senator James Lankford (R-OK) on Friday issued a statement following President Donald Trump’s declaration of a National Emergency in response to the coronavirus outbreak: “President […]
March 16, 2020

Choctaw Casinos & Resorts suspend operations

Release DURANT –  As a public health precaution to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma decided to temporarily suspend […]
March 14, 2020

AllianceHealth modifies its hours, visitor protocols

AllianceHealth Durant Release Dear Patients and Family Members: Your safety and that of our providers is critical to ensure you receive quality medical care. Our hospital, […]
March 13, 2020

DISD spring break remains one week, extra-curricular activities suspended through March

The Durant ISD informed parents and students on Friday of its plans for upcoming weeks with regard to the COVID-19 disease, also known as the Coronavirus, […]