Body DURANT –– The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma recently hosted a special screening of “Stickball: The Little Brother of War,” a documentary short exploring the history, culture and modern-day significance of Native stickball, one of the oldest Indigenous games in North America.

Body The Choctaw and Pushmataha County OSU Extension Agriculture is excited to offer the Choctaw and Pushmataha County Bucket Calf Program again this year for young livestock enthusiasts.

Body Pushmataha County will mark its annual homecoming celebration on Saturday, June 20, with a full schedule of family-friendly activities, contests, food events, and entertainment under the theme “Cheers to 250 Years!”

Body OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Arts Institute (OAI) is launching a yearlong celebration recognizing 50 Summers of the Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute at Quartz Mountain, one of the nation’s premier residential arts education programs for high school students.

Body The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) launched an AI system called SoonerGuide to quickly assist SoonerCare members with questions about eligibility, income guidelines and more.

Body A first-of-its-kind ranking has placed the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation among the nation’s top 25 biomedical research institutes and centers for its ability to translate scientific discovery into real-world healthcare impact.

Body Paris Regional Health has expanded its orthopedic services with the addition of Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement surgery, offering selected patients another treatment option for hip pain and joint damage.

Body Alzheimer’s disease can cause a person to act in different or unpredictable ways. Some individuals with Alzheimer’s become anxious or aggressive, others repeat certain questions or gestures.

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Body Kiamichi Tech honored students who recently completed their career training with a graduation ceremony on May 12, at the Hugo campus.