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Cochran breaks down Pirates slow-pitch

Poteau High School slow-pitch softball coach Devin Cochran addressed the Poteau Kiwanis Club on Thursday with a preview of the team’s season, which is scheduled to start March 3 with a home doubleheader against Sallisaw.

Poteau Valley Genealogical Society hosts research class

In the picture: Kim Robertson, the new Poteau Valley Genealogical Society President, presents Arlene LeMaster, 37 year PVGS President, with an award for her service.

Poteau PAC hosts educational tour

There are a lot of interesting things housed within the Poteau Artist Cooperative, in Downtown Poteau. The PAC has many unique or antiquated treasures which modern children might have never seen.

Eatery combines ambience, style for special effect

It's more than just another burger joint and certainly offers its own local flare, but the newest eatery in town, Swashbuckler Lane, offers a bit of ambience and atmosphere unavailable at any other local eatery.

Getting in the spirit of the season

There came Santa Claus, lions, tigers and bears, oh my! The 2019 Poteau Christmas Parade was the biggest ever, and the floats were the wildest. With this years theme being Going Wild for Christmas.

FCCLA serves community

In the photo: Panama FCCLA members, Cydni Keener, Avery Clopton, and Jacob Shepard making dinner for the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Mercy Hospital Ft Smith. Photo submitted

Hometown Heroes: Stephen Fruen

Our law enforcement officers have a hard job to do, and it is always made easier when they have a leader that has been in their shoes, and is also very community minded. Hometown heroes seem to have an easier time when there is one of their own at the helm.

Poteau High School Thespians feed needy kids

Trick or treat time is many-a-child's favorite part of the spooky season. Dressing up and going to events or door to door within safety parameters and collecting candy is a childhood moment that is remembered for years to come.

Super-intent on football action

Poteau superintendent Don Sjoberg reaches back to pass the ball while practicing with the pirates Football Team.

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Choctaws open new housing, financial service office here

Nearly a year in the making, the Choctaw Nation on Friday cut the ribbon
on the new EnVision Center in Poteau, which will offer a hand up to
those in the Choctaw community seeking a better way of life.
“It is an honor to partner with HUD on the EnVision Center pilot