Winter storm to cause havoc starting Friday

Winter weather

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

 Weather changes LCT schedule

2026 LCT

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 1-21-2026

Oklahoma fishing report

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 weather preparation guide

Silhouette of a woman in winter clothing walking through a snowy car park with an umbrella.

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