3 days ago · The Senate has confirmed Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general. Her confirmation puts a longtime ally of Donald Trump at the helm of a Justice Department that has already been rattled by the firings ...

Jan 1, 2025 · June. Pittsburg County Commissioners named Frankie McClendon as interim Sheriff for Pittsburg County. McClendon will continue to serve as sheriff when the new term goes in effect Jan. 2.

Jan 3, 2025 · McAlester Regional Health Center is excited to announce the arrival of its first baby of the new year! Miley Mae Morrow was born on January 1, 2025, at 9:17 AM, weighing 8 pounds 1.4 ounces and ...

Dec 20, 2024 · The McAlester Public School Board unanimously voted Friday to accept a resignation agreement with now former football head coach Forrest Mazey.

Nov 30, 2024 · The McAlester News-Capital, a newspaper outlet that has served southeastern Oklahoma since 1896, has experienced some changes in 2024 with new leadership and staff members.. Derrick James, the ...

Jan 1, 2025 · Chief Gary Batton marks 10 years as chief. The Choctaw Nation recognized and celebrated Chief Gary Batton’s 10th anniversary in office on April 24, 2024.

Nov 22, 2024 · McAlester Football Coach Forrest Mazey was charged Friday for a July incident involving a handgun at a cabin in McCurtain County. McCurtain County Special District Judge Laurie Blevins approved ...

Dec 31, 2024 · The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said two people were killed Monday during a crash in LeFlore County. Troopers said James R. Alford, 80, was driving on OK-82, one mile west of Talihina, around 11:07 a ...

Dec 30, 2024 · Oklahoma has a housing problem. Faltering local economies and development disagreements are stalling needed housing development in rural areas, while zoning and building codes prevent much-needed ...

Nov 13, 2024 · Justin Few accepted his new role as mayor while Robin Woodley was appointed to his former seat as Ward 2 Councilwoman. Mayor John Browne left his position with a heartfelt speech and poignantly ...