12-10-04 - The White House says President Bush's choice
to be secretary of homeland security -- Bernard Kerik -- has
withdrawn his name from consideration.
In a conference call to news organizations, White House spokesman Scott McClellan revealed that Kerik had withdrawn "for personal reasons."
McClellan said in a statement that the president respects
Kerik's decision and wishes the commissioner and his wife well.
Kerik was the New York City police commissioner during 9-11.
McClellan said the White House will move as quickly as it can to
name someone else to fill the nomination.
Posted: 11:40 AM - (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
