Heavener boys had a good day at the Heavener track meet Thursday. Jerami Casteel was first in the discus and second in the shot put. Jerred Boss was first in the 4×800 and second in the 800. Morgan Altstatt was first in the 4×800, second in the 1,600 and scored points in the 4×400. Parker … Read more
Kevin Wayne Holt passed away March 30, 2026, in Fort Smith, Arkansas at the age of 58, and was born Aug. 30, 1967, in Tulsa to Wayne Holt and Patsy Black. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Monday at the New Hope Cemetery in Spiro with Kevin Holt Jr. and TJ Holt officiating. Survivors are his … Read more
Larry P. Herrington, of Poteau—known by many as “Hoss”—passed away on March 27, 2026, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, at the age of 80. He was born Jan. 1, 1946, in Modesto, California, to Raymond and Ruby (Collins) Herrington. Survivors are his wife of 48 years, Vicki Herrington, of the home; his children Brandon Herrington and … Read more
Today in History: April 1. April 1, 2026 – Happy April Fools’ Day! While many of us enjoy a light-hearted prank or two, this date has also marked some of the most significant – and sometimes solemn – moments in world history. Major Historical Events on This Day Other notable April 1 moments include the … Read more
Calendar of events for the next week for Heavener, LeFlore County, southeastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas. The calendar is a free service for our readers. If you know of an event coming up, please CONTACT me. Wednesday Poteau Rotary Club meets noon EOMC Funeral service for Carroll Wayne Covey Thursday High school baseball: Heavener at … Read more
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