James L. DeRosa death is scheduled for June 18 at 6 p.m. at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary in McAlester The execution of James DeRosa who was found guilty by a jury of his peers for the first-degree murders of Curtis Plummer, 73, and...
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EOMC BOARD MEETING SCHEDULED - Oklahoma …
| Sat June 15, 2013
LEFLORE COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITYGoverning Board MeetingTuesday, June 18, 2013Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center Conference Room "C"1:00 PM AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER/APPROVAL OF MINUTES BALENTINEA. Roll Call/Establishment of a quorum. B. Consideration and possible approval of minutes of previousregular meeting 05/21/13. II. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS BALENTINE A. Hospital... Read more
PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT TRAINING (PIT) C…
| Sat June 15, 2013
The 3rd annual Duck Martin PIT camp registration is open. The dates for the camp are July 12 and 13 from 8 A.M. until 3 P.M. Check in time is from 7 A.M. until 7:45 A.M. The camp is sponsored by Wister... Read more
Fort Smith Regional Alliance Extends Gra…
| Fri June 14, 2013
Fort Smith, AR. June 12, 2013 – In response to the recent announcement of Paul Harvel's transition from the Fort Smith Regional Chamber at the end of 2013, the Fort Smith Regional Alliance (FSRA) would like to express our sincere... Read more
Helicopter crash in Talihina
| Fri June 14, 2013
Sources have told OKW that an Eagle Med Helicopter has crashed at the Talihina Indian Hospital and that there some injuries. LeFlore Count EMS is currently enroute. Local authorities have confirmed that the fire is out and that everyone is accounted... Read more
Police report of a fatality crash in Pot…
| Thu June 13, 2013
A motorcycle accident claimed the life of Bill Caldwell, 55 of Poteau late Wednesday afternoon. According to the report Caldwell was driving a Honda Goldwing south on North Broadway in front of Taco Mayo when a 2007 Chevy pickup driven by... Read more
Motorcycle Fatality in Poteau
| Thu June 13, 2013
A motorcycle accident claimed the life of Bill Caldwell of Poteau. The accident happened late Wednesday evening on Broadway Street in Poteau. An eyewitness on the scene told OKW that he was the first to arrive to the scene and dialed 911,... Read more
NEW LOOK TO AMBULANCE - Oklahoma Welcome
| Thu June 13, 2013
Poteau OK- The LeFlore County Emergency Medical Services not only received a new ambulance but a new look as well. The LeFlore County EMS has purchased a new ambulance from Taylor Made Ambulance Company from Newport, Arkansas. Taylor Made is a... Read more
Welcome Dubs Detail - Oklahoma Welcome
| Thu June 13, 2013
Poteau OK - Jerry "Dub" Nolan and wife Victoria are not only a new business in Poteau they are new members to the Poteau Chamber of Commerce. Dub's will not only detail your vehicle, but your house, sidewalk and parking lot. Nolan... Read more
Howell Receives Jimmy and Linda Alford …
| Thu June 13, 2013
Miranda LaRue Howell Receives Jimmy and Linda Alford Scholarship at Carl Albert State College Recipient Name: Miranda LaRue Howell Scholarship Awarded: Jimmy & Linda Alford Scholarship Parent or Guardian: Randall & Rhonda Howell High School: Red Oak High School College Major: Allied Health, Nursing Activities, Honors:... Read more
Calendar of events for this week-end - O…
| Thu June 13, 2013
June 13 KTC practical nursing graduation -Poteau Taste of LeFlore County at Hotel Lowrey - Poteau https://oklahomawelcome.com/news/regional/whatzup/97578-taste-of-leflore-county.html Kiamichi Owa‑Chito Festival of the Forest: Beavers Bend State Park - Broken Bow June 14 Stigler Reunion Days - Stigler June 15 1st Annual Tornado Alley Poker Run -... Read more
FATAL MOTORCYCLE CRASH IN HODGEN - Oklah…
| Thu June 13, 2013
Hodgen OK - A fatality collision occurred on June 12, 2013 at 6:15 P.M., six miles South of Hodgen on US Highway 59 in LeFlore County. According to a report by Trooper Tody Perez of The Oklahoma Highway Patrol, a 1988... Read more
OHP Marine Enforcement Troopers Ramping …
| Wed June 12, 2013
Concentrated effort to curb drinking and boating slated for June 28-30, 2013 Oklahoma City, Ok June 10, 2013 – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol Marine Enforcement Section will be participating in Operation Dry Water June 28-30, as part of a nationally coordinated... Read more
Sprabery Receives Baysul and Rotha Balen…
| Wed June 12, 2013
William Cody Sprabery Receives Baysul and Rotha Balentine Memorial Scholarship to Carl Albert State College Recipient Name: William Cody Sprabery Scholarship Awarded: Baysul & Rotha Balentine Memorial Scholarship Parent or Guardian: Helen and James Sprabery High School: Wister High School College Major: Criminal Justice Activities, Honors:... Read more
Photos of Motorcycle Wreck in Poteau - O…
| Wed June 12, 2013
Here are some photos taken of a motorcycle wreck in front of Taco Mayo late this afternoon.No details are available at this time. OKW will update as soon as information does become available. Read more
Storm Victims Urged to Request Lien Rele…
Oklahoma House of Representatives Media | Wed June 12, 2013
OKLAHOMA CITY – State Rep. Joe Dorman said today Oklahomans who are rebuilding after losing property to storms and tornadoes should request a construction lien release from contractors rebuilding homes. "It is unfortunate that there always seem to be some individuals... Read more
Cherokee Nation Pursues $50 Million Federal Lawsuit
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. —The Cherokee Nation Tribal Council passed a resolution Monday to file a lawsuit against the federal government for…
Thunder On The Mountain Was Hot
The action was just heating up when I arrived Friday for the first ever Thunder on the Mountain festival. Held…
Poteau teachers attend On the Rise Banquet - Oklahoma Welcome
Poteau teachers Lauren Peck and Katie Hopper attended an end of year ceremony for the winners of Mrs. Baird's Teacher…
Ashlee Dawn Bandy Receives Patrick Lynch Memorial Scholarship at Carl Albert State College
Ashlee Dawn Bandy has received the Patrick Lynch Memorial Scholarship. Parent or Guardian: Stephen Bandy High School: Poteau High School College Major: Elementary…
Jenna McBee Receives Judge Appointment
Jenna Henshaw McBee, an attorney from Poteau that works for the law firm Rubenstein, McCormick and Pitts in Oklahoma City…
Poteau Appoints New School Board Member
Poteau Public Schools recently announced a vacancy for applicants interested to be considered for an appointment for school board member…
