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DHS 5k raises $3,500 for kids

The second annual Footsteps for Families 5k and One-Mile Fun Run raised $3,585.

The run was held Monday evening at the Poteau Carl Albert State College campus. It was hosted by the Department of Human Services District 16 Child Welfare team and saw 83 participants in the 5k.

Poteau now a Purple Heart City

Poteau is now a Purple Heart City after a proclamation ceremony Monday evening during the Poteau City Council meeting at City Hall.

Edgington named to EMS board

The LeFlore County Board of County Commissioners on Monday approved Jerrid Edgington as the District 2 representative with the LeFlore County EMS Board. Edgington has a plethora of experience in the medical field, with 22 years spent working in EMS as an EMT and then paramedic.

Poteau rejoins Main Street program

The Oklahoma Main Street Center announced Friday that Poteau is the newest addition to the Oklahoma Main Street Program for 2018.

Boys and Girls Club seeking donations

The Boys and Girls Club of LeFlore County is encouraging the public to donate to aid the club as it tries to remain open during possible school closures starting Monday, April 2.

Judge Parker's gold pin stolen from Fort Smith museum

The Fort Smith Museum of History in Fort Smith, Ark., is offering a $1,300 reward for information leading to the recovery of an artifact stolen from the museum.

New 'First Fridays' event coming to Poteau

Historic Downtown Poteau has announced its list of upcoming events through 2018.

New this year include "First Fridays" events starting in April.

Colorado driver injured near Rattan

A Colorado truck driver was injured when he became districted and ran off the highway in Pushmataha County on Monday night, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported.

Kiger seeks District 3 House seat

Editor's Note: This is a political announcement from Lundy Kiger written in his own words.

To be an effective leader in the Oklahoma legislature, it takes an individual with specific leadership skills and knowledge who can effectively represent our state and county.

Poteau lawyer Minks behind bars again

A controversial Poteau attorney was again arrested Wednesday on contempt, only to receive additional charges while in custody at the LeFlore County Detention Center.