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Dangerous heat continues across LeFlore County into next week

July 23, 2026 by Craig Hall

Dangerous high temperatures continue for Heavener and LeFlore County over the next week.

Wister Lake fishing report 7-22-2026

July 23, 2026 by Craig Hall

Wister Lake fishing report for this week featuring conditions, report, lake level and more.

Laura, Wallace Franklin obituaries

July 22, 2026 by Craig Hall

Laura Ruth Franklin

Laura Ruth Franklin, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister passed away on Oct. 29, 2022, in Texas at the age of 90.

2026 Poteau fast pitch softball schedule

July 22, 2026 by Craig Hall

2026 Poteau fast pitch softball schedule starts Aug. 11 with a game at Red Oak. The Lady Pirates’ home opener is Aug. 17 against Muldrow.

Iris Austin Weatherford obituary

July 22, 2026 by Craig Hall

Iris Austin Weatherford, 91, of Broken Arrow (formerly of Poteau) died July 16, 2026 in Broken Arrow and was born June 13, 1935 in Poteau to Doc and Allie Austin. The family moved to Howe in 1937. Iris graduated from Howe High School and moved back to Poteau in 1957, where she lived until 2010.