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Voter registration deadline Friday for April Oklahoma elections
Last Updated: 11:20 AM 03/12/10
DURANT, OK - Friday is the last day to apply to register to vote in next month's elections in Oklahoma which include a $7 million school bond election in Durant.
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Bells student beats the odds and runs at track meet
Last Updated: 10:33 PM 03/11/10
BELLS, TX-- Steven Jones shared some laughs with friends Thursday night, but four years ago a terrible gun accident left him fighting for his life.

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Educators see new technology in Durant
Last Updated: 6:37 PM 03/11/10
DURANT OK--Classrooms are often a reflection of the students who learn there, and considering this generation of students has never known a world without the instant access of the internet or the speed of computers, Teachers and administrators are looking for new tools to keep up with tech savvy students.

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Coleman teacher accused of molestation arrested by OSBI
Last Updated: 6:12 PM 03/11/10
DURANT, OK - A longtime Johnston County teacher accused of molesting children out on bond is arrested again by OSBI investigators in Durant.

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Fire damages Durant home
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Last Updated: 4:29 PM 03/11/10 - DURANT, OK - Fire investigators are looking into the cause of a house fire in Durant this morning that badly damaged a family's home. Daniel Armbruster has more. (Full Story)
Lives saved despite difficult circumstances on 911 calls
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Last Updated: 10:56 PM 03/11/10 - COOKE CO., TX – Two tough 911 calls in Cooke County have a positive outcome, one thanks to a four-year-old boy. Another call was successful thanks to a dispatcher’s unusual method of communication. (Full Story)
2 men taken into custody in Tishomingo murder
Last Updated: 5:51 PM 03/10/10 - JOHNSTON COUNTY, OK - Two men have been taken into custody in the murder investigation of Tishomingo resident and longtime Ardmore educator Jane Bullard, but the Johnston County Sheriff's Office isn't saying much more than that. (Full Story)
Achille mayor arrested for embezzlement
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Last Updated: 8:24 AM 03/11/10 - ACHILLE, OK - The mayor of Achille, Oklahoma, was arrested Wednesday afternoon at the municipal building in Achille. 49-year-old Lynn Chambers was taken into custody by Choctaw Tribal Police, accused of felony embezzlement according to an affidavit from the Bryan County District Attorney's Office. (Full Story)
Data center helps protect Mercy patients

Last Updated: 9:21 AM 03/11/10 - ARDMORE, OK - From strong thunderstorms to tornadoes .to even earthquakes, spring weather in Oklahoma can be very unpredictable, and one local hospital is taking steps to make sure your health information will be protected when a disaster strikes. Dara Downs has more. (Full Story)
Citizens react to Achille mayor's arrest
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Last Updated: 8:22 AM 03/11/10 - ACHILLE, OK- Shortly after the mayor of Achille was arrested at city hall today, a crowd of nearly a hundred people gathered outside. (Full Story)
Grayson County Court Dispositions Feb. 2010
Last Updated: 1:51 PM 03/11/10 - Click to view all Grayson County court dispositions from February. (Full Story)
Church Vandalized in Fannin County
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Last Updated: 6:42 PM 03/10/10 - SAVOY TX--Copper thefts have caused millions of dollars worth of damage to homes and businesses around Texoma over the past few years; a local church has now become the target of copper thieves. (Full Story)
Driver in wrong-way fatal wreck on U.S. 75 indicted
Last Updated: 6:37 PM 03/10/10 - SHERMAN, TX - The woman accused of driving drunk down the wrong side of the highway and killing another motorist will soon go to court. Bobbi Elvington was formally indicted by a Grand Jury today. (Full Story)
New park approved in Pottsboro
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Last Updated: 9:53 AM 03/11/10 - POTTSBORO, TX – Soon the people of Pottsboro will have a new place to bring their families and enjoy outdoor activities. The City Council decided Wednesday to move forward with a new park project. (Full Story)
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Baylor beats Texas again, advances to semifinals
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Last Updated: 11:27 PM 03/11/10 - LaceDarius Dunn, benched with three quick fouls in the first half, rebounded with 17 of his 19 points after intermission and No. 21 Baylor made it three in a row over Texas with an 86-67 victory Thursday night in the Big 12 quarterfinals. (Full Story)
H.S. Basketball State Tournament Scores - Thursday, March 11, 2010
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Last Updated: 11:03 PM 03/11/10 - Here are the high school basketball scores from Thursday, March 11, 2010. (Full Story)
Kansas State eliminates OSU from Big 12 Tourney
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Last Updated: 10:54 PM 03/11/10 - Jamar Samuels scored 21 of his career-high 27 points in the first half, helping No. 9 Kansas State turn a rematch into a rout with an 83-64 win over Oklahoma State Thursday night in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 tournament. (Full Story)
Aggies advance to Big 12 Semifinals
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Last Updated: 10:51 PM 03/11/10 - Donald Sloan scored 23 points and Bryan Davis had a key three-point play at the 1:01 mark, enabling No. 23 Texas A&M to stave off upset-minded Nebraska 70-64 in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 tournament on Thursday. (Full Story)
Deb Hunter steps down at AC after 11 seasons
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Last Updated: 11:04 PM 03/10/10 - After 11 seasons on the sidelines at Austin College, head women’s basketball coach Deb Hunter is stepping down from that position due to health reasons. (Full Story)
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Wild Horse Burro Program

Last Updated: 7:59 AM 03/12/10 - The Wild Horse Burro Adoption Program will be in Oklahoma over the weekend looking for good owners for horses. (Full Story)
Sherman Parks and Recreation Events
Last Updated: 4:05 PM 03/11/10 - Sherman Parks and Recreation has many events going on for the entire family. (Full Story)
National Safe Place Week

Last Updated: 7:24 AM 03/11/10 - Next week is National Safe Place week. The North Texas Youth Connection is here to talk about the program and how local businesses can get involved. (Full Story)
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Volunteers needed to read to Denison kids

Last Updated: 2:59 PM 03/09/10 - DENISON, TX--It's Texas Public School week and Denison I-S-D needs volunteer readers As soon as possible for this week's Star Reader Program. On Tuesday, (Full Story)
Tom Bean police officer honored for heroism

Last Updated: 5:59 PM 03/08/10 - TOM BEAN, TX - Tom Bean Police Officer Larry Rittenhouse was named the Hero of the Year at the city council meeting Monday night in Tom Bean. (Full Story)
Free monthly health screenings make Texoma healthier place

Last Updated: 6:46 PM 03/04/10 - DENISON, TX - Finding out you have a disease like diabetes can be life-changing. But a simple test could let you know if you're at risk and even prevent you from developing the disease. That's the idea behind Thursday’s free screenings at TMC. (Full Story)
Fannin County 4-H Fashion Show and Tea

Last Updated: 7:11 AM 03/02/10 - Fannin County 4-H is gearing up for their fashion show and tea. They are raising money for a good cause. (Full Story)
St. Mary's Catholic School Casino Night
Last Updated: 7:15 AM 02/25/10 - It is time for St. Mary's Catholic School's Casino Night. It's a big fundraiser for the school and they need your help to meet their goal of $80,000 this year. (Full Story)
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