Sue Horton, 84, of Panama passed away Jan. 21, 2026, in Panama. Private services will be held at Miners Cemetery in McCurtain, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Sue was born Nov. 29, 1941, in Bates, Arkansas, to Reba Pauline (McCarley) Kirwin and M.L. Kirwin. She married the love of her life, … Read more
Winter storm with heavy snow over the Central/Southern Plains and Middle/Lower Mississippi Valley with catastrophic Ice Accumulation from the Southern Plains to the Southeast. In addition, bitterly cold temperatures and dangerously cold wind chills from the Southern Plains to the Northeast are forecast.. High pressure moving southward from Central Canada will bring bitterly cold temperatures … Read more
Today in history for Jan. 23. January 23 is a heavyweight date in history, particularly for American milestones, music legends, and even the “father of modern firearms.” 🏛️ Major Historical Events 🎂 Notable Births 🕯️ Notable Deaths 🥧 Fun Fact for Today Today is also National Pie Day! Don’t miss out! 🏠 From Friday night … Read more
There were winners in Thursday’s games, but the weather trumps the remainder of the basketball LeFlore County Tournament. The finals have been moved to Jan. 31, still at Spiro. Boys bracket Girls bracket Friday’s schedule was also changed to try and get the games in before the storm hits this evening bringing everything with it … Read more
Oklahoma fishing report for this week. NORTHEAST Grand: January 17. Elevation is normal and stable, water temperature 47°F and murky. (USACE Lake Level) Largemouth bass fair on crankbaits and plastic baits around brush structure, points, and shorelines. Blue catfish fair on cut bait and shad below the dam, docks, and main lake. Paddlefish good snagging around main lake. Report submitted by Riley Willman, game warden stationed in Delaware County. Kaw: January 18. Elevation is normal and stable, water temperature 36°F and stained. … Read more
Winter storms can bring heavy snow, ice, freezing rain, and dangerously cold temperatures to LeFlore County, Oklahoma, making preparation essential for residents in areas like Poteau, Talihina, Heavener, and the Ouachita Mountains. While LeFlore County averages only about 3 inches of snow per year, historical events—including significant snowfalls up to 8-18 inches in past storms … Read more
