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VIDEO: CBS News Special Report: Dow Jones Tumbles

VIDEO: CBS News Special Report: Dow Jones Tumbles

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed down more than 1,000 points on Thursday.

Gas prices rise 6.2 cents over week

The weekly fuel update from GasBuddy shows Oklahoma gasoline prices increased by 6.2 cents over the past week.

Submissions sought for Montgomery exhibit

The LeFlore County Coalition for Diversity is seeking submissions for an exhibit honoring Dr. John Montgomery at the LeFlore County Museum at Hotel Lowrey.

The coalition also is accepting submissions to an upcoming essay contest.

Black history: CASC exhibit focuses on Oklahomans

The exhibit, “Early Oklahoma: Black Hope/Black Dreams,” will be on display at the Carl Albert State College libraries in honor of Black History Month.

Talihina motorcyclist injured in Sunday wreck

A Talihina motorcyclist was sent to the hospital after running off the road south of Clayton early Sunday.

Patrick Lynch Public Library to partially open

Patrick Lynch Public Library in Poteau will reopen Thursday after being closed by flooding last May, Manager Jo Hunt announced Tuesday.

Services and hours of operation will be limited while while workers and staff continue moving into the facility, Hunt said.

Lara's Lights moved to new location

A special Christmas light show has been moved from Spiro to 3105 Love St. in Pocola but still features the “Lara Light Tour,” with even more lights this year.

Gov. Fallin calls for special session

Gov. Mary Fallin on Friday issued an executive order formally calling for a special session of the Oklahoma Legislature for lawmakers to address immediate budget issues facing the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, while continuing negotiations on long-term budget solutions.

Long road ahead for Daniels Family

Allen Daniels, 21, of Poteau survived a devastating car crash on April 21 when he was traveling home from the University of Oklahoma to surprise his mom, Brenda Daniels, and attend a meeting about his position as team leader for a mission trip to Indonesia.

City receives pool liner estimate

“It’s quite a bit less than what we thought it would be,” Poteau City Councilman Clay Bennett said Monday as he discussed the new estimate on a liner for the city pool.