1-4-05 - First News has learned that Durant is competing with Sherman to land a new Tyson Foods plant. Sherman put together an incentive package for Tyson two months ago, but one month later, Durant submitted a plan – at stake for both cities, some 1,500 jobs.
A representative from Tyson confirmed to First News that they are considering Durant’s offer but they still have interest in reopening the vacant IBP building in Sherman that they already own.
Durant’s incentive deal is similar to Sherman in that it involves state benefits.
Even though Tyson and other sources confirmed this information, Durant economic development officials deny having any contact with Tyson.
No word yet on when Tyson will make a decision.
Posted: 06/17/2013 - ARDMORE, Okla. —The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation announced the 2013-2014 recipients of the Sam Noble Scholarships this week, awarding $140,000 in scholarships to 10 southern Oklahoma students.
Posted: 06/13/2013 - DURANT, Okla. -- Southeastern Oklahoma State University has scheduled Camp SE for June 23-24, July 21-22 and July 28-29 on campus.
Updated: 06/10/2013 - (LEONARD,TEXAS) -- Leonard residents are worried that piles of tires sitting at a vacant service shop are attracting mosquitoes and endagering their health
Tyson Eyes Durant