The presence of the invasive emerald ash borer (EAB) is confirmed in Grayson, Hill, Hood, McLennan and Palo Pinto Counties. EAB is infesting and killing ash trees in new areas of the state and continues to spread south.

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The Fort Towson Historic Site will host a nature walk with Kara Richardson, a wildcrafter from Broken Bow, on Saturday, May 25, from 9-11 a.m. Richardson draws on her experiences as a southeast Oklahoma native to advocate for natural resources education and the perpetuation of wild herbs and medicinal plants. Her methods focus on proper plant identification, range and historical uses.

• Southeast Oklahoma Library System launches 2024 Summer Reading Program The Southeast Oklahoma Library System (SEOLS) is thrilled to announce the theme of its highly anticipated 2024 summer reading program, “Adventure Begins at Your Library,” set to run from May 20 to July 1 across all SEOLS locations. Children and Teen Services Librarian Amanda Zaccaro expressed her excitement, stating, “We’re thrilled to o er dynamic summer reading programs at all of our libraries to spark imagination, ignite curiosity, and create lasting memories for our communities.” SEOLS Program Coordinator Shannon Grice added, “Be prepared for a journey like never before with SEOLS 2024 Summer Reading: ‘Adventures in Your Library!’ Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this thrilling adventure right in the heart of your local library or on the go with the bookmobile!” The summer reading program promises an array of engaging activities and events for participants of all ages.

Felony 077 – Whitney Reann Willeby: Bail jumping. Misdemeanor 066 – Kayla Shauneese Jimenez: Reckless driving, first offense.

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Have a safe and happy Memorial Day Weekend! “The legacy of brave men and women who have fought and died for their country is the freedom we enjoy as Americans.” – Lucian Adams. Sawyer Community Center will have a service to honor all who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom on May 29, beginning at 11 a.m.

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation’s MS Advocate dinner has raised $450,000 to support care and research for multiple sclerosis at OMRF. OMRF Directors Jim Morris and Burns Hargis announced the total Thursday night during the annual event, which was held at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club.

The Third Annual Tribal Blood Drive Challenge resulted in Choctaw Nation receiving two of the three awards. The tribe coordinated efforts to collect over 1700 blood draws with 108% of what Our Blood Institute (OBI) projected to be collected and the most overall blood draws. The participating tribes collected a combined 3,702 draws equating to approximately 11,106 lives