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Much of downtown Seminole remains closed to traffic and a curfew is being enforced following a May 4 tornado that seriously damaged multiple buildings in throughout the district.
Read moreOn Wednesday May 25, the National Weather Service (NWS) will conduct an “After Action Review” (AAR) of the May 4 Tornado that hit Seminole for the benefit of Seminole and other area Storm Spotters.
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Northwood students see which team is the strongest in a game of tug-o-war at the school’s Olympic competition held Thursday. Students were also able to participate in a softball throwing contest as well as long jump and shot-put throwing competitions. There were also several races, including 50, 100, and 400- meter dashes and a 4x100 relay. Each competition was grade-specific (4 , 5 and 6 ). See page 4 of today’s edition for more pictures. —Staff Photo by Bill Anderson
Read moreThe Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC) reports that initial claims and both four-week moving averages declined for the week ending May 7, while continued claims increased slightly.
Read more“Courage is fire, and bullying is smoke.”
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Strother Students of the Year must have previously been awarded a Student of the Month certificate. Teachers and staff members voted on students who portrayed qualities such as character, leadership, and citizenship.
Read moreOn Wednesday, the Senate approved Senate Bill 1075 to reinstate the full sales tax exemption on motor vehicles and tractor trailers. The Legislature removed the 1.25% of the exemption in 2017, but Sen. Kim David, R-Porter, said with revenues at record highs, it’s time to restore the much-needed tax relief for Oklahomans.
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