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Corned beef and cabbage might not be a part of many people’s diet regimens throughout the year. But come March 17, it’s not uncommon to find people from all walks of life indulging in this beloved meal. March 17 marks the celebration of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

Following is a list of events, which occur regularly each week or month in Seminole County. WEDNESDAY *First United Methodist Church of Seminole Choir Practice, 6:00 p.m. *First United Methodist Church of Seminole Handbell Choir practice at 7:00 p.m. *Seminole Ladies’ Golf Association, 9 a.m.

Oklahoma running back Trey Sermon said Saturday that he would be playing the 2020 college football season for another school. Sermon announced his intention to graduate transfer on social media and said he would always cherish his time as an Oklahoma player.

The City of Seminole will seek an independent investigation into allegations against Police Chief David Hanson, following a special meeting of the City Council Friday afternoon in the Goldie Barnett Room of the Seminole Public Library.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health has issued the following information regarding testing for the novel coronavirus: County health departments, including OKC-County and Tulsa Health Departments, do not offer testing for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

In consideration of the well-being of its students, employees and members of its extended community, Seminole State College will shift to electronic delivery methods of instruction for the two weeks following Spring Break, March 23-April 5, in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

birthdays Those celebrating birthdays today include, Briana Allison, Davin Allison, Cynthia Blake, Sue Brown, Ellianna Bundy, Jacob Crelia, Robin Crawford, Nick Cummings, Mike Fry, A.G.

The City of Seminole launched a new website with a “Citizen Problem Reporter” feature, used by the general public to submit non-emergency problems or requests for service in the community. View the new site at www.seminole-oklahoma.net.

Effective Saturday, March 14, the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden will be closed to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The zoo tentatively plans to reopen to the public on Monday, March 23.

The Oklahoma Department of Corrections (ODOC) is canceling all visitation and all volunteer access to facilities effective at 6 p.m. Friday, March 13. This decision is necessary to keep staff, inmates and volunteers safe from the spread of COVID-19 inside a facility.