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Oklahoma Blood Institute knows this summer will be different, and it may be a time for staycations or camping trips. Oklahoma Blood Institute needs donors to help rebuild the blood supply in response to the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis and is urging healthy adults to take some time to save lives this summer.
Read moreVoters in Pontotoc County who want to have absentee ballots mailed to them for the June 30 Primary Election should apply now. Although the County Election Board can accept applications for absentee ballots until 5 p.m. on, Tuesday, June 23 , voters who want to vote by absentee ballot need to apply early. At least two mail transactions must be made. The County Election Board must mail the ballots to the voter and the voter must return the voted ballots by mail. Ballots must be in the hands of County Election Board officials by 7 p.m. on Election Day to be counted.
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The Corona Virus (COVID-19) changed a lot of things for the seniors of 2020 and delayed their commencement by a month, but 46 Mustangs will cross the stage this Saturday, June 13 , to receive their diplomas in a graduation ceremony in the new, air conditioned, gymnasium. The exercise will begin at 10:00 am. and only ticket holders will be allowed to attend.
Read moreThe reopening of Allen Schools was discussed Monday, June 8 , at the regular meeting of Allen School Board. However, just exactly how it will be implemented is far from being set in stone as administrators will work over the summer break to develop a plan for reopening.
Read moreAllen High School will hold their 2020 graduation on Saturday, June 13 , at 10:00 am. The ceremony will take place in the new gym on East Broadway.
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Robert “Red” McDonald entered this life on December 21, 1943, at Weleetka, Oklahoma, born to Joe and Mable (Bannon) McDonald, the eighth of their ten children. He went to his heavenly home on May 31, 2020, at the age of 76 years, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Read moreFor the 94 time, Allen Alumni will gather for a reunion. This year’s event has changed to be one day only, Saturday, June 20 , with activities happening at the Allen City Park unless otherwise noted.
Read moreAnyone who would like to help with the up-keep of the Citra Cemetery may make donation to the cemetery by taking or mailing to Farmers State Bank, Citra Cemetery Fund, PO Box 467, Allen, OK 74825. All donations will be greatly appreciated.
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