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Service After the Uniform: Vietnam Veteran continues to honor flag post-retirement
DUNCAN, Okla. (KSWO) - Alan Ross joined the Army in December of 1968. With the draft looming, he decided to enlist in order to have more say in his future. “And I knew if I bailed out of OSU I was going to get drafted, so I went and I talked to the recruiter. Knowing full well I was probably going to Vietnam, because everybody went about that time” Ross said.
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Counter-rally to be held during Republican midterm rally in Durant
DURANT, Okla. (KXII) - A counter-rally called “Durant Voices: Peaceful Counter-Rally” is set for Thursday to showcase Democratic candidates ahead of the November midterm election. The event runs at 4 p.m. outside 1119 West Main Street. If it rains, it will move inside to Haggard Hall. Organizer and...
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Downtown Denison prepares for 39th annual Fall Fest
DENISON, Texas (KXII) - Downtown Denison is preparing for the 39th annual Fall Fest on Saturday. Denison Chamber President Diana Theall said the event will happen regardless of weather. “Rain or shine, we’re happening,” Theall said. Turnout supports local businesses. Theall said the turnout makes a difference to...
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Ep. 8- Chisholm Trail Arts Council & OKC Philharmonic
This week I bring you a 2-part episode featuring information on the upcoming 26-27 CTAC Live Concert Series. Listen now to hear from both of my special guests. I sat down with Chisholm Trail Arts Council Executive Director, Darcy Reeves to discuss the upcoming concert series that kicks off Oct. 8th in Duncan. The line-up is below for all concerts in this series along with ticket information.
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Downtown overlay project begins today
Body DUNCAN – Beginning today, the city-approved contractor Overland Corp. will begin an overlay project in downtown Duncan that will resurface Willow and Walnut avenues between Seventh and 10th streets, and 10th Street from Main Street to Bois D’Arc Avenue. All work is anticipated to be completed by Oct. 31, weather permitting. Residence access remains available for the duration of the project, city officials said Monday in a news release. “City of Duncan appreciates your patience and requests that drivers use caution in this area, watch for workers and observe all detour and warning signs,” they said. For additional information, contact the public works department at (580) 252-0250 during regular business hours. Those hours are from 7 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
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Water main break closes Durant street ahead of Trump rally
DURANT, Okla. - A water main break has closed a portion of Evergreen Street in Durant ahead of President Donald Trump’s scheduled visit to the city Thursday evening. The City of Durant said Evergreen Street is closed between 12th and 13th streets until further notice while crews work to address the water main break.
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Durant free fall concert moved indoors due to rainy forecast Thursday
DURANT, Okla. (KXII) - Durant’s upcoming free concert as part of its fall concert series will be changing venues with Thursday’s rainy forecast. The show by the Wilder Blue will be moving indoors to Lost Street Brewing Company at 109 W. Lost Street. It will start at 7:00...
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Federal Trial Proceeds Against Brooks Couple in Sherman
A federal jury in Sherman is hearing a case alleging that Charles and Marina Brooks conspired to commit wire fraud in a multimillion-dollar scheme involving around 100 victims, including Hispanic investors. Prosecutors with the Eastern District of Texas say money was solicited for cryptocurrency ventures and entertainment technology projects, including hologram systems and concert series.
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Neighbors Sue Processor Over Alleged Noxious Odors
Fayman USA is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging that noxious odors from its meat processing facility in Madill, Okla., have interfered with nearby residents’ use and enjoyment of their properties. The lawsuit was filed Sept. 24 in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma against Fayman...
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Lexington show choir chosen for White House Christmas performance, raising funds for trip
LEXINGTON, Okla. (KOKH) — Lexington High School’s Southern Accents Show Choir has been selected to perform at the White House during the Christmas season. Music teacher Angela Lind said the choir was chosen from more than 1,000 audition submissions nationwide after students sent in a video of themselves performing “Carol of the Bells.”
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It’s all tricks, treats & small-town spirit on Marietta Main Street!
Marietta, it’s time to get creative! The Marietta Main Street Committee is excited to introduce our first-ever “Scarecrows of the Small Town Spirit”. We want YOU to be part of it!. We’re calling on all businesses, on and off Main Street, schools, organizations, and community groups to...