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In the obituary published by Brown’s Funeral Service, Dell McLain is described as having been an “incredible human being who captured the hearts of all” and “nothing short of spectacular.” The people he left behind are encouraged to live their lives to the fullest, and to laugh— a lot.

Beloved Southeastern professor leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter

Addison Martin, Staff Writer April 2, 2021

For Dell McLain, every morning was a whole new day to seize and spend making a difference in someone else’s life. On Wednesday, March 3, 2021, the curtains closed on the life of Dell McLain. Throughout...

More information and live updates can be found on Durant Main Streets Facebook page.

Durant Main Street to host Art in April

Kylie Carrell, Staff Writer April 1, 2021

Durant Main Street will be hosting a two-day festival for this month’s First Friday celebration, Art in April. The festivities will begin Friday, April 9 at 5 p.m. and will continue until 8 p.m. Events...

The Pfizer vaccine was administered to 265 people in four hours.

265 COVID-19 vaccinations administered at Southeastern

University Communications, Contributor March 31, 2021

DURANT, Okla. – Southeastern Oklahoma State University partnered with the Oklahoma State Department of Health to offer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine free of charge to all Southeastern faculty, staff and...

“We appreciate the Oklahoma State Department of Health working with us to make the vaccine available in a convenient manner on our campus,’’ Southeastern President Thomas Newsom said. “And we encourage everyone in the campus community who is interested in receiving the vaccine to take advantage of this opportunity.’’

Free COVID-19 vaccines to be offered on campus

Emily Dahl, Managing Editor March 30, 2021

Southeastern Oklahoma State University has partnered with the Oklahoma State Department of Health to host a COVID-19 vaccination event on the Durant campus. The Pfizer vaccine will be offered free of charge...

In Moxie, a 2021 comedy-drama film directed by Amy Poehler, characters showed their support towards the
feminist revolution at their high school by drawing hearts and stars on their hands.

Women’s History Month: celebrating our past and defining our future

Addison Martin, Staff Writer March 24, 2021

The month of March is celebrated in various ways: St. Patrick’s Day, March Madness and even the beginning of spring. While these create fun opportunities for celebration, more importantly, March is also...

Our heart is to give hope to the hopeless and restore those who are broken, Michelle Chester, Im-Possible founder and executive director, stated in a Facebook post regarding The Missions building progress and goals.

Durant community shelter opens its doors

Rebecca Carroll, News Editor March 23, 2021

The Mission in Durant, Okla. is now open after six long years of preparation. The Mission, a community shelter located at 4310 W. University Blvd, has been a six-year project for Michelle Chester and...

Live longer, better is the mantra for the Blue Zones Project. Their goal is to help transform communities around North America into areas where the healthy choice is easy and people live longer with a better quality of life.

Blue Zones Project encourages healthier lifestyles and community involvement

Zachary Jones, Staff Writer March 9, 2021

The Blue Zones Project has officially made Durant their 51st community within the United States to be a Blue Zones faction. The project is a collaboration of Dan Buettner and National Geographic to find...

The Red River Revue performances will be happening live March 4, 5 and 6. For ticket purchases, call the box office at (580) 745-2696.

Red River Revue tradition to carry on

Rebecca Carroll, News Editor March 4, 2021

Southeastern Oklahoma State University's "Red River Revue" will return to the stage on Thursday, March 4. “The Revue began in the spring of 2013. It was Dell McLain's vision to do a “Branson” style...

Athletes work out in the new weight room.

Southeastern moves forward with new and improved facilities

University Communications, Contributor March 4, 2021

DURANT, Okla. – In spite of the ongoing challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, Southeastern Oklahoma State University continues to move forward. Earlier this month, the University announced...

Masks and social distancing will be required to keep everyone safe as the hardworking graduates are celebrated.

Southeastern to hold in-person commencement ceremony

University Communications, Contributor March 1, 2021

DURANT, Okla. – Southeastern Oklahoma State University recently announced plans to move forward in planning for an in-person commencement this spring. The University is in the process of developing...

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