10-25-04 - A key question on the Bryan County ballot next week won’t count even if it passes. On Monday, county commissioners voided the motel tax question, after allegations that they violated the open meetings act when they placed it on the ballot.
Fearing a lawsuit could overturn it, county leaders decided to delay the question and consider a special election later on.
The county would be divided the 5% tax between the sheriff's department, the county jail, the county communications system, and tourism. Critics had said that was unfair since the motel industry would be footing the entire bill.
A judge will still decide if the commissioners were in violation of the open meetings act. That could result in criminal misdemeanor charges.
Posted: 05/22/13 - (Idabel, Okla.) – For anyone interested in learning more about building preservation, Idabel Main Street will host “Historic Building Maintenance,” a workshop on the care and maintenance of the historic district, June 25th, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm, at the Idabel Public Library. Read More
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
Posted: 05/07/13 - DURANT, Okla. – Regent Terry Matlock will deliver remarks at Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s Spring Commencement, scheduled for Saturday, May 11, at Paul Laird Field. The ceremony (for all schools) will begin at 10 a.m. A reception will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the Visual & Performing Arts Center. Read More
