The Easter Bunny has been seen around Mangum getting ready for the Easter Egg Hunts being held today and tomorrow. Times and locations are listed below.
South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) will be in Mangum on April 5 to do Narcan training with the documentary “Dead or Alive.” The event will be held at the Red River Cowboy Church, 1001 N. Byers, from 7 to 8:30 PM.
Jaqueline Marie Brown, 45 of Tulsa, was arrested March 16 on charges of introduction of contraband into a penal institution, and conspiracy, after trying to take marijuana into the Oklahoma State Reformatory in Granite.
Greer County Sheriff Steve McMahan is creating an ad hoc committee made up of citizens from all walks of life and careers to join together in an effort to discuss the possibility of a new Greer County Detention Center. McMahan has been working on the idea for some time, and has several possible plans drawn up for a new facility, as well as plans to possibly renovate the old Armory building to house inmates.
Several hikes and other events are scheduled at Quartz Mountain State Park in April. Ahead of the the April events, an easy hike is being held this Sunday, March 31 with the naturalist at Eagle’s Roost ATV area. This hike will be to identify different rocks in the park. If you would like to participate, just meet a the state park office at 12 noon.
Christians around the world fill church pews on Easter Sunday to participate in one of the most holy and important celebrations of the liturgical year. Although every Sunday presents opportunities to share in the word of God, Easter Sunday is an especially significant date on the Christian calendar.
Trees and shrubs normally increase the value of real estate. A combination of trees and shrubs can lower energy consumption as well. Trees have the greatest impact on the living environment, thus it is best to select adapted, pest-free trees and plant them properly.