05-26-04 - (Washington-AP) The nation's Homeland Security chief says there's no need to raise the nation's alert status, despite new information on a terror threat against the US.
Tom Ridge says there is no consensus within the Bush administration that the threat level should be increased. It's now at yellow, the midpoint on the five-color scale.
Ridge says the government is operating under the notion that terror cells have slipped into the US or are on their way. He says this summer's high-profile events, starting with this Saturdays dedication of the World War Two Memorial in Washington will have additional high profile security. Also this summer, both major political parties are holding conventions. The Democrats will be in Boston in July, and the Republicans in August in New York.
Officials say terrorists might try to use a chemical, biological or radiological weapon, which could inflict more damage than a conventional bomb.
Attorney General John Ashcroft and FBI head Robert Mueller will discuss the terror threat at a news conference later today.
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
