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LeFlore County commissioners to meet Tuesday
LeFlore County commissioners will meet in a regular business meeting Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the office of the board of county commissioners in the courthouse in Poteau.
AGENDA:
* CALL TO ORDER.
* MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING(S).
3. * PURCHASE ORDERS/PAYROLL (SEE ATTACHED LIST TO BE PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT).
4. * MONTHLY FEE REPORTS.
5. * TRANSFER OF APPROPRIATIONS.
6. * BLANKET PURCHASE ORDERS.
7. * NEW BUSINESS.
8. * CONTRACT LABOR/SERVICE AGREEMENTS/ANNUAL CONTRACTS.
9. * BURN BAN.
10. REVIEW AND POSSIBLY APPROVE RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING THAT ACIE CONRAD (DISTICT 1), PENNY WILLIAMS (DISTRICT 2), AND CASH CARTER (DISTRICT 3) FILED AS THE SOLE CANDIDATES FOR THEIR RESPECTIVE DISTRICTS AND WILL REMAIN MEMBERS OF THE LEFLORE COUNTY FREE FAIR ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE 2026 YEAR.
11. CONSIDER AND POSSIBLY APPROVE RENEWAL CONTRACT BETWEEN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, COMMUNITY SENTENCING AND LEFLORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.
12. CONSIDER AND POSSIBLY APPROVE 2026 KEDDO REAP CONTRACTS, SIGNATORY CERTIFICATE AND NON – COLLUSION AFFIDAVITS BETWEEN LEFLORE COUNTY AND KEDDO.
13. CONSIDER AND POSSIBLY APPROVE FLOOD PLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION NUMBERS 1202026008 AND 1202026009 AS SUBMITTED BY COXCOM, LLC REGARDING CONSTRUCTION WITHIN COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY LOCATED AT ARNALL ROAD AND MARKS DRIVE IN POTEAU, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 7 NORTH, RANGE 25 EAST, LEFLORE COUNTY.
14. CONSIDER AND POSSIBLY APPROVE FLOOD PLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION NUMBERS 1202026010, 1202026011 AND 1202026012 AS SUBMITTED BY COXCOM, LLC REGARDING CONSTRUCTION WITHIN COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY LOCATED AT LIBERTY HILL ROAD AND GAITHER LANE IN CAMERON, SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 8 NORTH, RANGE 27 EAST, LEFLORE COUNTY.
15. CONSIDER AND POSSIBLY APPROVE FLOOD PLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION NUMBER 1202026013 AS SUBMITTED BY COXCOM, LLC REGARDING CONSTRUCTION WITHIN COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY LOCATED AT STATE HIGHWAY 112 AND 290TH AVENUE IN CAMERON, SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 7 NORTH, RANGE 25 EAST, LEFLORE COUNTY.
16. REVIEW AND POSSIBLY APPROVE RESOLUTION REGARDING 1) APPROVING INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT; 2) APPOINTING COUNTY’S REPRESENTATIVE TO CED BOARD OF DIRECTORS; 3) AUTHORIZING REPRESENTATIVE TO SIGN INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT #2026-01 AS SUBMITTED BY OKLAHOMA CIRCUIT ENGINEERING DISTRICT 3.
17. ADJOURN.
Heavener’s Jaiklyn Rogers drives in for a basket during the win over Bokoshe.
Favorites rule opening day of LCT
Favorites rule opening day of the 2026 LeFlore County Tournament to advance to Tuesday’s quarterfinals as the top seeds open tournament play.
For the boys, Heavener, Panama, Spiro, Whitesboro and Poteau moved into the quarterfinals.
In the girls’ bracket, Heavener, Wister, Poteau, Whitesboro and Talihina moved on.
The winners of Tuesday’s games move into the semifinals at Spiro. Girls play Thursday and boys on Friday. Finals are Saturday at Spiro, along with the third-place games.
Here is Tuesday’s schedule
Boys
Winners bracket
At Panama
Poteau vs. Spiro 4:30 p.m.
Pocola vs. Panama 7:30 p.m.
At Howe
Howe vs. Heavener 7:30 p.m.
At Bokoshe
Whitesboro vs. Talihina 7:30 p.m.
Losers bracket
At Bokoshe
LeFlore vs. Bokoshe 4:30 p.m.
Girls
Winners bracket
At Panama
Spiro vs. Poteau 3 p.m.
Whitesboro vs. Panama 6 p.m.
At Howe
Howe vs. Wister 6 p.m.
At Bokoshe
Talihina vs. Heavener 6 p.m.
Losers bracket
At Bokoshe
Arkoma vs. Bokoshe 3 p.m.
Monday’s scores
Boys
Heavener 66, Arkoma 38
Panama 62, Wister 49
Spiro 81, Bokoshe 39
Whitesboro 71, Cameron 53
Poteau 79, LeFlore 29
Girls
Heavener 69, Bokoshe 17
Wister 48, Pocola 34
Poteau 74, Cameron 24
Whitesboro 53, LeFlore 23
Talihina 59, Arkoma 27
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Rain Chances Return Wednesday Night to LeFlore County
After a chilly start to the week, the forecast for LeFlore County, southeastern Oklahoma, and western Arkansas shows a shift in the pattern. While Tuesday begins with mostly clear skies, expect increasing cloud cover throughout the day with rain chances arriving overnight.
Tuesday’s Forecast at a Glance
High: 53°F (slightly above the seasonal average)
Low: 40°F
Daylight: Sunrise at 7:24 a.m. | Sunset at 5:35 p.m.
Climate & Rainfall Update
Monday was significantly colder, topping out at just 40°F following a frigid low of 17°F. So far, LeFlore County remains in a rainfall deficit for the month. With no precipitation recorded yesterday, our January total stands at .58 inches, well below the monthly average of 3.10 inches.
Historical Context for Jan. 20
Today’s predicted high of 53°F is right in line with the historical average of 51°F. However, we are nowhere near the extremes for this date:
Record High: 74°F (1972)
Record Low: -2°F (1984)
Live Tracking: Stay ahead of the clouds by checking our Live Weather Radar for real-time updates as the rain moves in.
Calendar of events
Calendar of events for the next week for Heavener, LeFlore County, southeastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas. The calendar is a free service for our readers. If you know of an event coming up,, please CONTACT me.
Tuesday
LeFlore County commissioners meet 9 a.m.
Poteau Evening Lions Club meet 6 p.m. CASC
High school basketball: LCT
Wednesday
Poteau Rotary Club meets noon EOMC
High school basketball: LCT
Thursday
Poteau Kiwanis Club meets noon EOMC
High school basketball: LCT
Heavener VFW bingo 6:30 p.m.
Friday
High school basketball: LCT
Saturday
High school basketball: LCT championship
Monday
LeFlore County commissioners meet 9 a.m.
High school basketball: Arkoma at Keota; Wister at McCurtain
Today in history
January 20 is a date of immense political significance in the United States, marking the official Inauguration Day for every U.S. President since 1937.1 Beyond the shifting of power in Washington D.C., this day has seen the end of international crises and the births of legendary explorers and entertainers.
Major Historical Events of January 20
1937: The First January 20 Inauguration
Before this date, U.S. Presidents were inaugurated on March 4. Franklin D. Roosevelt became the first president to be sworn in on January 20, following the ratification of the 20th Amendment, which was designed to shorten the "lame duck" period between the election and the start of a new term.
1981: Iran Hostage Crisis Ends
Minutes after Ronald Reagan was sworn in as the 40th President, Iran released 52 American hostages who had been held for 444 days.2 The timing of the release was a final diplomatic jab at outgoing President Jimmy Carter, ending one of the most tense periods in American foreign policy history.
2009: Barack Obama Becomes the 44th President
In a historic moment that drew millions to the National Mall, Barack Obama was inaugurated as the first African American President of the United States.3 His "Yes We Can" campaign culminated in a ceremony that remains one of the most-watched events in television history.
Science, Tech, and Cultural Milestones
1892: The First Basketball Game: The first official game of basketball was played at the YMCA in Springfield, Massachusetts, using a soccer ball and two peach baskets.
1930: The First Solo Flight to Australia: English aviator Amy Johnson became a global sensation when she set off on her journey, eventually becoming the first woman to fly solo from England to Australia.4
1986: MLK Day Observed Nationally: For the first time, Martin Luther King Jr. Day was observed as a federal holiday across the United States, honoring the legacy of the civil rights icon.5
Famous Birthdays on January 20
This day marks the birth of several individuals who pushed the boundaries of exploration and art:
Name | Year | Notable Achievement |
André-Marie Ampère | 1775 | Physicist (Founding father of Electromagnetism) |
George Burns | 1896 | Legendary Comedian and Actor |
Federico Fellini | 1920 | Influential Italian Film Director |
Buzz Aldrin | 1930 | Astronaut (Second man on the Moon) |
David Lynch | 1946 | Acclaimed Director (Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet) |
Rainn Wilson | 1966 | Actor (Dwight Schrute on The Office) |
Questlove | 1971 | Musician and Leader of The Roots |
Notable Deaths on January 20
We also pause to remember those who passed away on this date:
1900: John Ruskin: The leading English art critic of the Victorian era, whose ideas on social reform influenced the creation of the British welfare state.
1936: King George V: The British monarch who led the United Kingdom through World War I; he was succeeded briefly by Edward VIII.
1990: Barbara Stanwyck: A powerhouse of the Golden Age of Hollywood, known for her roles in Double Indemnity and The Big Valley.
1993: Audrey Hepburn: The beloved actress, fashion icon, and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador passed away at age 63.6 Her legacy of humanitarian work remains as famous as her films like Breakfast at Tiffany's.
2012: Etta James: The powerhouse singer behind the classic "At Last" passed away, leaving a void in the worlds of blues, soul, and R&B.7
Why January 20 Matters Today
Celebration of life service for Colby Kanton Cornell set
Celebration of life service for Colby Kanton Cornell, 30, is Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Dowden-Roberts Funeral & Cremation Center Chapel in Poteau with Randy Mattox officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Olive Cemetery in Pauls Valley, under the care of Dowden-Roberts Funeral & Cremation Center in Poteau.
Colby was born to Mark Cornell and Kolinda Cornell on April 28, 1995 in Pauls Valley. He passed away Jan. 16, 2026 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Known by some family members as “Colbis”, he spent his younger years in Pauls Valley before his family re-located to Poteau. He attended Howe High School.
Colby’s pride and joy was his children. They were the most important thing in his life and he loved spending time with them.
Colby will be remembered for his big heart and zest for life. He would do anything for anybody. He enjoyed riding dirt bikes, 4-wheelers, working on cars, hunting, fishing, tattooing, and anything fast. He basically loved doing everything.
He is survived by a daughter, Kenslie Cornell, of Poteau; one son, Kolby Cornell, of Poteau; his father: Mark Cornell and Paige (Weaver) Cornell of Poteau; his mother, Kolinda Cornell, of Poteau; one siste: Krystal Stockton and husband Clint of Wister; his nephews and niece Kanton Amos, Colten Amos, Kase Stockton, and Kimberlyn Stockton all of Wister; his grandparents Deloros and Mel Jones of Poteau; his uncles and aunt Kent Cornell of Sulphur, Scott Cornell of Pauls Valley, and Angie Mariano of Bristow; numerous cousins and many friends
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Carl and Trish Cornell of Pauls Valley.
Pallbearers are Mark Cornell, Kent Cornell, Scott Cornell, Jered White, Kanton Amos,and Colton Amos.
Viewing is from noon until 6 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Dowden-Roberts Funeral & Cremation Center in Poteau.
The family will visit with friends Tuesday from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Lenda Mae Andrews obituary
Lenda Mae Andrews of Heavener was born Feb. 2, 1943 in Bennington to George and Jessie (Hamill) Jackson and passed away Jan. 17, 2026 in Heavener at the age of 82.
No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home in Heavener.
Lenda married Jerry in 1967. They spent 36 adventure filled years together raising their kids and loving their grandkids. She was a woman of many talents. Some of her favorite hobbies included photography, sewing, painting, baking, and expanding her ever growing flower gardens.
Survivors are two sons Todd Andrews and wife Annette of Howe, and
Len Andrews of North Richard Hills, Texas; one daughter Vicky Tarkington and husband Terry of Holland, Texas; two sisters Sandy Milbauer and husband Joe of Howe, and Deanie Cockrill of Euless, Texas; four grandsons; six granddaughters; numerous great-grandchildren; numerous other loved ones and a host of friends whom loved her very much.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jerry Andrews; one son, Jerry Andrews, Jr.; and two brothers Freddie and Buddy Jackson.
A special thank you goes out to the Heavener Nursing Home. They opened their hearts to her three years ago and took excellent care of her, giving her the nickname “Queen of the Nursing Home”.
To sign Lenda’s online guestbook please visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com.