2-4-04 - It was a crime that shocked the small town of Marietta, Oklahoma. But trial for one of the men accused of shooting a 12 year old boy was stopped, thanks to two jurors who hadn’t been totally truthful. The story began last spring, when 12 year old Jacob Ayers was shot in the head while his parents served court papers. Ricky Rawlins Junior is accused of three counts of shooting with the intent to kill. He’s actually the second person to go to trial in this case – his father was the first. But Tuesday a judge declared a mistrial because officials found out two jurors had relatives that had been prosecuted for other crimes. Those jurors were specifically asked that question during jury selection. A new trial for Rawlins Jr. is set for April 13th.
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
