1-5-04 - The Texoma area saw its first cattle sales since the outbreak of Mad Cow Disease. It was mixed new for local ranchers, as the Atoka auction saw a packed house but fewer sales. Owner Phil Hatridge said “If we would have charged admission instead of commission, we would have made money today." It seemed that most ranchers were hesitant to sell today, likely waiting to see what affect the outbreak will have on the market. In Atoka, only 144 head were sold. That’s compared to more than 700 just two weeks ago. But the biggest cut in prices was only seven cents per pound. That’s compared to a more sizable price drop at the Oklahoma National Stockyards. They also saw fewer head of cattle – more than 10,000 fewer than were sold this time last year. A spokesman for the state Agriculture, Food and Forestry Department says prices turned out better than expected though.
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
Posted: 05/06/13 - SHERMAN, TEXAS—Members of the Austin College Class of 2013 are counting down the days until graduation—with both excitement and trepidation. Austin College President Marjorie Hass will present diplomas to more than 340 bachelor’s degree candidates and 18 Master of Arts in Teaching degree candidates who will take part in graduation events May 18 and 19 on campus. Read More
