LOCAL NEWS WITH CHASE MCNUTT

Friday, Jan. 17, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: • Harrison Avenue and First Street • 400 block of North West Street • 40...

Former McAlester Head Football Coach Forrest Mazey has accepted a plea deal after being charged with pointing a firearm at another person and reckless conduct with a firearm following a July 2024 incident. Court documents show Mazey entered an Alford plea, which allows a defendant to plead guilty while maintaining thei...

The City of McAlester will soon remove a stop sign at the intersection of Smith Avenue and Sixth Street. After the sign is removed, east and west traffic will no longer have to stop at the intersection, but the stop sign at the intersection of Smith Avenue and Vine Street will remain in place.

The Pittsburg County Holiday Commission will host the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 17, followed by the annual Unity Banquet at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, at McAlester High School cafeteria. The federal holiday, observed on the third Monday of January, honors the l...

At its meeting Tuesday, the McAlester City Council approved several important items, including contracts for infrastructure projects and an extension for a remodeling permit. Councilors awarded a $629,900 contract to Lonehickory Cattle, LLC for the Taylor Industrial Park Sewer Improvements, funded by PREP grant funds. ...

UPDATE: 5:27 pm. ----------------- A traffic accident on Highway 69 has shut down the northbound lanes from the Highway 113 exit to Cardinal Point, Pittsburg County Sheriff confirmed on Facebook. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.

A man on Oklahoma's death row for killing a Tecumseh police officer in 2017 has died, state officials said Tuesday. Byron Shepard, 42, was pronounced dead early Tuesday at a hospital near the Oklahoma State Penitentiary in McAlester, according to a statement from the Oklahoma Department of Corrections. No signs of phys...

A 25-year-old Eufaula man was arrested Monday on a second-degree murder charge in connection with a deadly boating accident that occurred in May 2024. Michael Reagan is accused of causing the death of Charles Gustafson after Reagan, while reportedly operating the boat under the influence of alcohol and marijuana, crash...

After a three-week vacancy, the McAlester Board of Education approved hiring a new head football coach during Monday's meeting. Jeff Craig, former head coach at Blanchard and Del City, accepted the position Friday and was officially named McAlester's 33rd head coach. Craig, who spent 18 years as head coach at 4A Blanch...

The McAlester Board of Education will meet this Monday evening at 6:00 p.m. for their regular meeting in the Cafetorium of the Old McAlester High School to discuss the hiring of the new Head Football Coach. The board is expected to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, including the football coach posit...

Due to severe winter weather conditions, City Hall and all City of McAlester buildings will be closed Jan. 10, 2025. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and encourage everyone to stay safe and warm. Please continue to monitor local weather updates and follow our social media pages for further announcement...

Republic Services announced it pulled all drivers off routes due to inclement weather on Thursday and Friday and it will be closed until Monday. The company will return to its normal schedule next week and will pick up extra trash at no charge, as long as it does not exceed twice the amount of the container. The City o...

UPDATE 1:28 p.m.: Traffic North bound on HWY 69 is no longer at a standstill ORIGINAL STORY: The N 6th Street hill in McAlester is closed due to the inclement weather, causing hazardous driving conditions. Traffic is also currently at a standstill on HWY 69 near Hereford Lane as of 11:12 a.m. due to many accidents on t...

Due to severe winter weather conditions, City Hall and all City of McAlester buildings will be closed to the public starting at noon today, Jan. 9th. The City will also remain closed until 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10th. You can continue to monitor local weather updates and follow our social media pages for further announce...

Former Pittsburg County Sheriff Chris Morris had three felony charges dismissed Wednesday after reaching a plea deal. The move comes less than a week after Morris' resignation letter was accepted by the Pittsburg County Commissioners on Jan. 2 as part of a 2024 settlement. Morris was initially charged with felony embez...

The City of McAlester is preparing for possible winter storms and urges residents to avoid driving unless necessary. The city's Streets Department has equipment ready, including salt spreaders and plows, to treat roads during icy conditions. City Manager Dave Andren said, "Our Streets Department is committed to ke...

With a winter storm expected to hit McAlester, All Saints Episcopal Church will open its doors as a warming shelter starting at noon Thursday, Jan. 9, and continuing through 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 11. The shelter will welcome both people and pets, providing a safe space during the severe weather. Mother Janie Koch of A...

McAlester's 37th Annual Pittsburg County Holiday Commission Celebration will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on January 17-18. This year's theme, "Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice and Democracy in the Spirit of Non-Violence 365," aligns with the national observance. The ev...

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch from Thursday afternoon through Friday morning for parts of Arkansas and Oklahoma. The watch, which includes Crawford, Franklin, and Sebastian counties in Arkansas, as well as Sequoyah, Choctaw, Haskell, Latimer, Le Flore, Pittsburg, and Pushmataha counties i...

As temperatures continue to drop, McAlester residents are being reminded of the importance of winterizing their plumbing to prevent pipes from freezing. Frozen pipes are a major concern during cold spells, as they can burst and lead to costly water damage. One of the most effective ways to prevent freezing pipes is to ...

The City of McAlester held a ceremony Wednesday to dedicate a portion of Kiowa Avenue in honor of the late James Beaty, a longtime journalist who served nearly 40 years at the McAlester News-Capital. The McAlester City Council approved an ordinance that renames the section of Kiowa Avenue between Second and Third Stree...

Pittsburg County Commissioners held a special meeting Thursday afternoon to accept the resignation of former Sheriff Chris Morris. Morris, suspended with pay in June 2024, faced charges of embezzlement of state property and two counts of bribery. The charges stem from allegations he sold a personally owned utility vehi...

The City of McAlester is offering free Christmas tree pickup for residents through January 31, 2025. The city's Parks and Recreation Department will collect live Christmas trees at no charge. Residents can schedule a pickup by calling the J.I. Stipe Center at 918-421-4922. Once collected, the trees will primarily be us...

The City of McAlester announced that Washington Street will close at 9 a.m. Thursday on the east side of Fourteenth Street. The closure is expected to last through Tuesday, Jan. 7. This is part of the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Project 10, as contractors install pipe across the road from Oklahoma Vet Med to th...

On Dec. 31, 2024, customers and residents may experience low water pressure to no water from D Street to West Street and from Delaware Avenue to Chickasaw Avenue starting at 11:15 a.m. and lasting 4-6 hours. This is due to an emergency waterline repair.

A job fair with RPM Professionals Inc. will be held on January 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express in McAlester. This event will provide job seekers with an opportunity to explore new career paths and connect with local employers. The event, which will take place at 1811 Peaceable Road, is designed for ...

This Monday, customers and residents may experience low water pressure to no water on Ninth Street from Carl Albert Parkway to Chickasaw Avenue starting at 11 a.m. and lasting 2-4 hours. This is due to an emergency waterline repair. We will provide updates as they become available

The McAlester City Council will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 31, at 6:00 p.m. with many agenda items for discussion in what will be the final City Council meeting of the year. The Consent Agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, claims, and the Oklahomans for Independent Living's 1st Quarter Report. The Council will also ...

In observance of Christmas and Christmas Eve, all non-essential city offices will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 24th, and Christmas Day, giving employees the day off to enjoy the holiday with their families. Emergency and essential services, including police, fire, and public works, will continue to operate as usual. City...

Santa's Bouncin' Expo is set to bring holiday cheer and inflatable fun to the Southeast Expo Center in McAlester that started this past weekend. The event, designed for families and community members, offers a festive atmosphere filled with bounce houses, obstacle courses, and a variety of other inflatable attractions....

The McAlester Board of Education met Friday morning in a special session to discuss the employment of now-former MHS Head Football Coach Forrest Mazey and whether to accept his resignation. After a 30-minute executive session, the board reconvened and announced it had accepted Mazey's resignation. Here is the statement...

A festive Christmas celebration will light up downtown McAlester on Choctaw tonight, offering something for everyone. The evening will feature free photos with Santa inside the OKLA Theater, where a holiday scene has been set up for families to capture special memories. Guests can also enjoy roasting s'mores by the fir...

The All Saints Episcopal Church USDA Food Distribution will proceed as planned today, Dec. 19, 2024, but the route has been updated to ensure a smooth and safe experience for everyone. This change was made out of an abundance of caution to avoid blocking streets and driveways and to improve overall traffic flow. They a...

A Cleveland County man was executed Thursday morning, Dec. 19th, for the 2006 kidnapping and killing of 10-year-old Jamie Rose Bolin. Kevin Ray Underwood was executed by lethal injection on what was his 45th birthday. Underwood's time of death was declared at 10:14 a.m. According to media witnesses, Underwood gave a te...

Oklahoma Works will host a career event on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1414 E. Wade Watts Ave. in McAlester. Job seekers will have the opportunity to connect with hiring professionals and explore a range of job openings. Attendees are encouraged to bring their resumes and be prepared for intervie...

The McAlester Public Library is gearing up for the temporary closing coming in the New Year as they prepare for renovation. In honor of the renovation, the MPL will be hosting a special "Farewell, For Now" (come and go) party on Friday, Jan. 3rd from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. In a post on Facebook, the library says &q...

In observance of Christmas and Christmas Eve, all non-essential city offices will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 24th, and Christmas Day, giving employees the day off to enjoy the holiday with their families. Emergency and essential services, including police, fire, and public works, will continue to operate as usual. City...

The City of McAlester has expressed gratitude to the Spirit of Blue Foundation for their generous donation of trauma kits to the McAlester Police Department. The City Council formally recognized the contribution with the approval of a resolution at their recent meeting. "These trauma kits are a vital addition to o...

As part of a city-funded waterline rehabilitation project, customers in the Red Bud Estates area will experience little to no water pressure beginning at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 18, and Thursday, Dec. 19. Each day the disruption is expected to last 6-8 hours as crews connect a newly-installed waterline to the existin...

Oak Hill Cemetery in McAlester, has been selected as an official location for the 2024 National Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, Dec. 14. The cemetery joins over 4,500 locations nationwide to Remember, Honor, and Teach by placing wreaths at veterans' graves. This year, more than three million volunteers will par...

The McAlester City Council met this Tuesday evening for their first regular meeting for the month of December and approved many items, with none more important than the wildfire mitigation project. The Council approved the cutting-edge wildfire mitigation program after the City Council approved a first-year contract. T...

Mayor Justin Few declared the week of December 9-13, 2024, as AARP Oklahoma Pittsburg County Chapter #1867 Week in recognition of the chapter's community work. The local AARP chapter has made significant contributions to food insecurity, veterans' support, and senior advocacy, including efforts around caregiving, fraud...

On Wednesday, December 11th, the Choctaw Nation, represented by Economic Developer Stephanie Mervine, delivered a $95,500 check to the City of McAlester. The donation, made on behalf of Chief Gary Batton, highlights the ongoing commitment to enhancing the community's quality of life. This quarterly funding will suppor...

The McAlester Defense Support Association (MDSA) recently concluded its successful McAlester Stampede event, which featured important discussions at the Pentagon and a well-attended VIP reception hosted by Senator James Lankford. MDSA Executive Director Dr. Stephen E. Smith highlighted the event's success, noting produ...

Traffic will be closed on Main Street from Cherokee Avenue to Wyandotte Avenue starting Dec. 10th as crews continue a waterline construction project. This is part of Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Project 13B. This is expected to last until Friday, Dec. 13th and is not expected to impact water service. Crews are c...

Mayor Justin Few joined KNED's own Megan Waters this week for his annual update and state of the city interview. Few and Waters discussed many topics, the first of which being about the sales tax numbers for this month compared to this time last year. Few shares the interesting numbers. We will have more from the inter...

On Sunday, U.S. District Judge Charles Goodwin rejected Kevin Underwood's bid for a stay of execution, leading his lawyers to file an urgent appeal with the Tenth Circuit. This ruling comes after a Dec. 4 clemency hearing was canceled because the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board was reduced to three members out of five...

On Monday, Dec. 9th, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: 1500 block of East Wade Watts Avenue Seventh Street and Court Avenue Sixth Street an...

Get into the holiday spirit this Friday, December 6th, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the McAlester Public Library. Families can enjoy FREE photos with Santa, creating memories with a festive backdrop. While waiting, kids and adults alike can enjoy cocoa, cookies, and fun holiday crafts provided by the library's elves....

The City of McAlester is excited to announce that Amazon is building a new delivery station at Steven W. Taylor Industrial Park. Construction has begun, and the station will enhance fast doorstep delivery for McAlester and surrounding areas. "This delivery station will help us better serve local customers," s...

The City of McAlester is excited to host the annual Christmas Parade at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12th. To ensure safety, they ask that you avoid parking on Choctaw Avenue and Fifth Street. Vehicles must be moved by 5 p.m., as no cars will be allowed to leave after the parade starts. Only emergency vehicles will be p...

PAWS McAlester is hosting a Selfies with Santa Paws on Sunday, Dec. 8th at Arvest Park from 1 - 4 p.m. Paws is inviting everyone to bring their furry friends to meet Santa PAWS and take pictures while they visit. The pictures are free, but PAWS will be accepting donations. They would also like to advise that all pets m...

The intersection of West Street and Harrison Avenue will be closed Dec. 3-5, 2024 due to an ongoing project. Traffic will be open on West Street, but will not be allowed to turn onto Harrison Avenue. This is part of Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Project 14 as crews cut to replace the waterline.

The McAlester Community Choir is bringing the holiday spirit to town with their upcoming concert, "An Almost Old-Fashioned Christmas," on December 14th at 7:00 p.m. The performance will take place at the S. Arch Thompson Auditorium, and the doors open at 6:00 p.m. This concert promises to share a blend of bel...

The City of McAlester will have their second and final City Council meeting of the month on Tuesday as this will be the first entire meeting with newly elected Mayor Justin Few holding the reigns. The agenda shows that they are expected to approve minutes of the last two meetings this month before they get into discuss...

A McAlester Head Coach has been charged in McCurtain county for an event that allegedly took place in July. McAlester Head Football Coach Forrest Mazey has been charged with misdemeanors of pointing a weapon at another, and reckless conduct with a firearm. According to an affidavit, multiple MHS football coaches were v...

A former Cleveland County man is seeking clemency for the murder of a 10-year-old girl that he committed nearly 20-years ago. Kevin Underwood is set to be executed on Dec. 19th this year after the abduction and murder of Jamie Rose Bolin that occurred back in 2006. According to Underwood's confession, Underwood lured t...

The City of McAlester shut down the 12-inch main line from the Seminole Tower this Thursday morning around 9 a.m. for contractors to install a Pressure Reducing Valve. This is part of Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Project 4A. Estimated time for installation is 6-8 hours for completion. Areas to be affected will ...

The McAlester Police Department announced on Facebook that former Officer Joseph Barlow had a bridge dedicated in his honor in Glenpool. The post reads, "The City of McAlester announced the dedication of a bridge in honor of former Officer Joseph Barlow, whose life and service left an enduring impact on the commun...

According to a Facebook post, the McAlester Police Department is asking for the public's help to identify a male. If anyone can help identify this male, they ask that you contact Detective Danny McHenry at the McAlester Police Dept., 918-423-1212.

The City of McAlester is conducting an inventory and inspection of water service lines as part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Revised Lead and Copper Rule. This nationwide initiative aims to ensure safe drinking water by identifying and replacing lead or galvanized steel service lines that could po...

Traffic will be closed on Main Street from Carl Albert Parkway to Chickasaw Avenue starting this Monday, as crews continue a waterline construction project. This is part of Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Project 13B and is expected to last until next Monday, Nov. 22nd. This is not expected to impact water ...

As of Thursday evening, traffic is closed on Fourteenth Street from Carl Albert Parkway to Washington Avenue as crews continue a waterline construction project crossing the intersection. This is part of Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Project 10. Crews are working on a bore under a railroad and the closure ...

John Browne gave his final address as mayor of McAlester on Nov. 12th at the City Council meeting, expressing appreciation for the community's support throughout his tenure. Having served as mayor since 2015, Browne reflected on his time in office and concluded his speech with a snippet from the Irish song "The Pa...

McAlester Mayor John Browne's term officially came to an end this week as new Mayor-elect Justin Few has officially taken office. Few won the race back in August when Few won the election with 781 votes (51.01%), over challengers Kevin Beaty, who received 635 votes (41.48%), Randy Roden 79 votes (5.16%), and Jimmy Plum...

A Hartshorne woman was arrested on Friday, Nov. 9th on the charges of felony aggravated trafficking in illegal drugs, and misdemeanors of possession of a controlled dangerous substance, and driving a motor vehicle while under the influence. Elizabeth Wilkinson was originally pulled over for driving under the influence....

At Monday evening's meeting, the McAlester School Board approved a series of important actions that will impact the district's budget, policies, and extracurricular programs for the 2024-2025 academic year. The board also approved the meeting dates for the 2025 school year and ratified the revised version of Board Poli...

In observance of Veterans Day, all non-essential city offices are closed on Monday, November 11, giving employees the day off to honor military veterans. Emergency and essential services, including police, fire, and public works, continue to operate as usual. City officials remind residents that while most offices ware...

The City of McAlester and the Senior Nutrition Center thank generous donors-Puterbaugh Foundation, McGowan Family Foundation, Fugitt Foundation, and Forster Cattle Company-for funding a new freezer at the J.I. Stipe Center. This upgrade enhances the Center's food storage capacity, supporting community events, senior pr...

The McAlester Public Library will be hosting Brush Hour later this month on Nov. 21st. Brush Hour is a chance for anyone to begin or simply improve their painting skills. You can follow along with an instructor as they guide you through the painting process. This month, the theme is Autumn leaves. Supplies will be prov...

This afternoon, customer and residents may experience low water pressure to no water form Delaware Avenue to Wyandotte Avenue between Third Street and Sixth Street starting at 2:30 p.m. and lasting 2-4 hours. This is due to an emergency waterline repair. If this ends up lasting longer, we will give an update in the sto...

This Saturday, Nov. 9th, you don't want to miss an exciting evening of live music during the Dancing Rabbit Music Festival series in downtown McAlester. Enjoy live music, a variety of food trucks, shopping and more along downtown McAlester. Grab your favorite drink, a bite to eat and prepare for a memorable night of en...

The intersection of Monroe Avenue and West Street will be closed for at least two days starting on Monday, Nov. 4, for installation of a new storm drainage pipe across Monroe Avenue. Traffic will be allowed to travel north and south on West Street, but will not be allowed on West Monroe at this intersection. Crews will...

Contractors will begin repair work on the Steven Taylor Industrial Tower starting at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5th. During this time, the tower will be isolated from use. The City will still supply water to the Industrial Park and to Rural Water Districts 7 and 16 from other lines that supply the tower by using a bypass. Wh...

A McAlester man was seen in Pittsburg County court this past week on the charges of feloniously pointing a firearm and threaten to perform an act of violence. Freddy Stephens was arrested on Wednesday, Oct. 23rd after a protective order was filed against him. According to an affidavit, the protective order was filed ag...

A Pittsburg County man was seen in Court last week on the charges of shooting with intent to kill and attempted burglary in the second degree. Christopher Cheyenne was arrested this month after police were dispatched to the 300 block of Sequoyah Rd in Pittsburg County. According to an affidavit, Cheyenne allegedly trie...

The City of McAlester has created a survey for the town residents to get an idea of what kind of economic growth people are interested in. The survey is being conducted to determine focus areas for new or expanded business opportunities. The survey asks what types of businesses residents would like to see in terms of r...

The City of McAlester will begin a new construction project on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, which is expected to last until April 1, 2025. The project is along North West Street, from Carl Albert Parkway to Stonewall Avenue. This project involves the placement of a new 12-inch waterline. The City asked that you be advised th...

The City of McAlester will host its upcoming Active Transportation meeting on November 5, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the JI Stipe Center. Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts on issues concerning multimodal transportation-essentially, all forms of transportation. Your input can help shape policy and enhance improve...

Plenty of activities are going on in McAlester this weekend with Oktoberfest and during the week with Shared Blessings Week. Shared Blessings Week kicked off last Thursday with a tailgate for the McAlester football game, and into this week with events earlier this week on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Joey Clark with ...

Oktoberfest Inc. President Dennis Wilson joined our own Megan Waters for an interview on KNED recently with tons of valuable information for the public with the second annual McAlester Oktoberfest coming this weekend. listen to the complete interview here: While Oktoberfest is slated for Saturday, the festivities actua...

On Thursday, Oct. 24, residents may experience low water pressure to no water on First Street from Madison Avenue to Adams Avenue starting at 9 a.m. and lasting 4-6 hours. This is to allow time for contractors to complete a water waterline tie-in as part of Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund (DWSRF) Project 13B.

East Seneca Avenue will be closed on the east side of the intersection with Ninth Street starting Monday, Oct. 21st. This is to allow time for a street repair and is expected to last 3-4 days.

On Monday, Oct. 21, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: 400 block of West Street Park Drive 1600 block of North D Street 100 block of Steven ...

On Thursday, October 17th, the Military Vehicle Preservation Association's Jefferson Highway Convoy will make a significant stop in McAlester, arriving at 11:00 AM. This event presents a rare chance for the public to view the convoy up close as it retraces the historic route of the Jefferson Highway, originally establi...

Are you a high school or college student eager to explore a career with NASA? Don't miss this chance to learn from a NASA specialist on October 22nd. You can expect a resume-building session to get tips on creating an impressive resume from a NASA expert. Also, find out how and when to apply for NASA internships. You w...

Are you smarter than a fifth grader? You can find out at the Southeast Expo Center on Monday, Oct. 28th. Based on the game show hosted by Jeff Foxworthy, this game will test the community and contestants all to raise funds for local community knowledge projects and the annual LSC scholarship. Each team can have up to f...

The City of McAlester announced that the intersection at Kiamichi Drive and Carl Albert Parkway will be closed to all traffic starting Tuesday. This is for continuation of Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund Project #10 as contractors install a water main across Kiamichi Drive. The closure is expected to last a ma...

For the first time since 2021, Union Pacific's Big Boy steam locomotive made its return to McAlester on Sunday evening, October 13th. Hundreds gathered in Old Town to witness the 1.2-million-pound steam locomotive in all its glory. Bumper-to-bumper traffic for those wanting to simply get a picture with the Big Boy. Acc...

A McAlester man was seen in court this week on the charges of burglary in the second degree, knowingly receiving or concealing stolen property, threatening to perform an act of violence, and malicious injury to property. Richard Blackman is alleged of taking personal property and identifying documents from the victim's...

Big Boy is coming to Old Town. The world's biggest steam locomotive will make its return to McAlester on October 13th as part of its Heartland of America Tour. For those unfamiliar with 'Big Boy', he weighs a whopping 1.2 million pounds. Which makes it the largest, heaviest and most powerful operational steam locomotiv...

The City of McAlester is conducating a survey to determine focus areas for new or expanded business opportunities, in an effort to involve the community of McAlester in its economic growth. The City of McAlester asks for your input in this survey so they can target potential sectors based on the preferences of the comm...

The McAlester Police Department is asking for the public's help to identify this individual. If anyone can help identify this subject, contact Detective Danny McHenry at the McAlester Police Dept. at 918-423-1212. The second photo is the back of the hoodie the female is wearing.

Wednesday, Oct. 9, residents may experience low water pressure to no water near the intersection of Talawanda Road and Pine Street starting at 9 a.m. and lasting 4-6 hours. This is to allow time for contractors to complete a water meter change as crews remove the old meter, and install a new vault and metering system a...

Monday, Oct. 7, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: • 1400 block of Wade Watts Avenue • Seventh Street and Electric Avenue • ...

Main Street Junction in McAlester is hosting their monthly Junk and Flea Market in Old Town this Saturday. This event is held on the first Saturday of each month, at 2645 N. Main St. Tammy Wigginton, an owner of Main Street Junction, shared some information on the flea market details this weekend. The event will start ...

The McAlester Police Department is excited to participate in the inaugural Hide and Seek at 9 a.m. on Oct. 19. Participants must arrive by 7 a.m. at the police station to pick up a $10 wristband that is required to play. Proceeds benefit the local F.O.P. At 9 a.m., participants will have 15 minutes to run and hide. Aft...

Traffic will be impacted during the continuation of a waterline project near the intersection of East Carl Albert Parkway and North Main Street Thursday night, Oct. 3rd. This is part of the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Project 13B. Crews will be restoring concrete between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. to minimize the disrup...

The City of McAlester announces that it has received $5,843 from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) through the Fiscal Year 2024 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) program. This funding will support the purchase of 13 bulletproof vests for law enforcement, enhancing officer safety on the front lines. ...

Last Friday, Toliver Chevrolet GMC of McAlester, in partnership with General Motors, gave a $5,000 check to the McAlester Police Department. This was in reference to the First Responders Give Back Program. This was announced via Facebook.

UPDATE: Rimes, has been arrested and is being held on a $15,000 bond. A McAlester man has an arrest warrant out for the charge of stalking. Dakota Rimes recently had a permanent protective order taken out against him by the victim in this case, on Sept. 13th. Rimes was charged with a protective order violation three da...

A Texas man was arrested earlier this week on the charges of endangering others while eluding, and possession of a stolen vehicle. Ismael Anciso was seen in Pittsburg County Court on Monday this week on these same charges. According to an affidavit, around 3:00 AM, Officer Justin Kennedy of the Lighthorse observed an o...

The deadline to apply for voter registration is October 11th for those wishing to vote in the November 5th General Election, as well as the Indianola Public School Bond and Town of Quinton Proposition. Applications must be received by the County Election Board or postmarked by midnight on October 11, 2024. While late a...

Sample ballots for the November 5th Election are now available. Voters can download them via the State Election Board OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp or collect a physical copy at the Pittsburg County Election Board during regular business hours. Secretary of the Pittsburg County Election Board, Tonya Bar...

The McAlester Community Tree Board has been awarded a $28,705 Urban & Community Forestry grant by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Forest Service for the project "Shade and Story: Transforming Mullen Park." This initiative will enhance Mullen Park by planting 50 native trees and install...

Oklahoma High School Sports has received a big rule shake up with the releasing of a statement on Tuesday from OSSAA Executive Director David Jackson. Here is the statement: "The Oklahoma Attorney General has raised concerns about Rule 24, known to many as the Link Rule. The OSSAA is working to address these conc...

This Thursday, Humanity 918 will be hosting their monthly community giveback event at Chadick Park. This event is held on the last Thursday of each month with items being given away for free to those in need. Each month items are given away that include hygiene items, clothes, shoes, books, laundry soap, and more are g...

The 2024 McAlester/Krebs City-Wide Garage Sale is just around the corner! The dates have finally been announced that it's set for Friday and Saturday, September 27th and 28th. You can register online at: , or you can call the numbers below to add your address to the list. If you're leaving a voicemail, they ask that yo...

Construction on the Waterway Trail project will begin on September 26, 2024, and is expected to last about 109 days. Spanning nearly one mile from the Public Service Company of Oklahoma building on Electric Avenue to Monroe Avenue near the McAlester Regional Health Center, this project is funded primarily by a $1.1 mil...

Friday evening, there will be a town hall meeting with Senator Warren Hamilton and Representative Jim Grego. This event will feature updates on issues affecting the McAlester Community and answer any questions, concerns, or ideas directly to legislators. This will be held at the McAlester Public Library located at 401 ...

A Krebs man was arrested on Sunday this week on the charges of burglary in the first degree and obstructing an officer. Bobby Justice Jr. was seen on these charges on Monday and pleaded not guilty. According to an affidavit, the victim had called for the police after Justice had broken into the house on the 100 block o...

From Monday, Sept. 23 to Friday, Sept. 27, traffic near East Carl Albert Parkway and North Main Street will be impacted due to a waterline project. Work will occur nightly from 10:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. for minimal disruption. Please use caution in the area. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation has approved a traffic c...

The James Christy Cole Circus, a product of the Bedouin Shrine Circus of Thrills, is coming to town, promising a fun night for the whole family. On October 2nd and 3rd, this event will have show times of 5 and 8 p.m. at the Southeast Expo Center. At each event, the doors open an hour before the performance, allowing fa...

The Pittsburg County Election Board will be at the McAlester Public Library on National Voter Registration Day,Tuesday, September 17th from 1pm to 4pm. Whether you're registering to vote for the first time, need to update your information, or check your polling location stop by and get everything sorted with the help o...

Tuesday, residents may experience low water pressure to no water along Vine Street from Locust Avenue to Rock Avenue starting at 11 a.m. and lasting 2-4 hours. This is due to a waterline repair.

The City of McAlester announced on Facebook that Fourteenth Street will be closed from north of Carl Albert Parkway to Washington Avenue starting at 7 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17th. This is for continuation of Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund (DWSRF) Project #10 as contractors install a water main. The street closur...

A McAlester man was arrested on Monday on the charge of domestic assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. Anthony Spencer is accused of throwing a wrench at the victim during an argument that struck her in the face. According to an affidavit, the victim told police that she and Spencer were arguing in his house whe...

A McAlester man was arrested last Saturday on three charges of arson in the first degree, two charges of cruelty to animals, and assault on a police officer. Richard Lee Dedmon was seen in court this week on those same charges. On Saturday, Sep. 7th, police were dispatched to E Monroe in McAlester due to a structure fi...

The McAlester Police Department is asking for help to identify an individual. If anyone can help identify this person, please contact Detective Lt. Kirk Johnston at the McAlester Police Dept., 918-423-1212.

This Thursday, residents may experience low water pressure to no water along Washington Avenue from Main Street to First Street and on First Street from Washington Avenue to Adams Avenue. This is expected to last for multiple days. This is to allow time for contractors to complete a waterline tie-in at First Street and...

The McAlester City Council met Tuesday evening for their first of two regularly scheduled meetings with a couple of headlines. McAlester Regional Airport will soon start a major renovation of its taxiway and electrical systems, with the city covering only a small portion of the cost. The Council also approved $199,800 ...

Keep McAlester Beautiful Executive Director Megan Waters on the 2024 Fall Cleanup: When is the Fall Cleanup? It runs October 5-6 and October 12-13. What are the hours? Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays: Noon to 3 p.m. What can be dropped off? Acceptable items: trash, electronics, metal, tires, and brush. Where to go?...

Republic Trash Services announced that there will be a one-day delay for Tuesday trash collection services in McAlester. The following streets affected today whose trash will be serviced tomorrow will be: Rinker Road McBee Road Hunnington Road Karen Court Patricia Place Oaklawn Drive Quail Court Cottonwood Road Seminol...

A McAlester man was seen in Pittsburg County Court recently on the charge of aggravated assault and battery. Storm Williams was already incarcerated at the Pittsburg County Jail where multiple fight's had broken out. According to an affidavit, two inmates seem to be engaged in a conversation or argument when Williams a...

This Monday, residents may experience low water pressure to no water along Hickory Street from Electric Avenue to Taylor Avenue starting at 8 a.m. and lasting 2-4 hours. This is due to a routine waterline repair.

The Pittsburg County Free Fair has been rocking along since Tuesday, Sept. 3rd and there are still a good amount of events to attend before the final day on Saturday. The Youth Day activities begin at 9:00 a.m. Friday morning and include demonstrations by the McAlester Fire Department, Pittsburg County Sheriff's Depart...

Per the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant Facebook, there will be a series of planned detonation shots occurring approximately every two hours beginning at 9:00 a.m. and concluding at approximately 2:00 p.m. These operations are part of a testing activity.

The Hunter Park Splash Pad is closed Sept. 5th, for cleaning and maintenance. The splash pad will be open again Friday, Sept. 6th. They apologize for the inconvenience.

The Pittsburg County Free Fair is in full effect at the Southeast Expo Center in McAlester as it is set to run through Saturday. The events for Thursday include the talent show with check-in at 5:00 p.m. The talent show categories range from 3-year-old through adults. Entry fee of $5 for individual acts and $10 for gro...

Wednesday, Sept. 4, residents may experience low water pressure to no water along First Street from Adams Avenue to Monroe Avenue and from Main Street to Second Street starting at 9 a.m. and lasting 4-6 hours. This is to allow time for contractors to complete a waterline tie-in at First Street and Adams Avenue for Drin...

The Jefferson Highway Association has unveiled new signage marking the historic route through Oklahoma. This achievement follows years of planning and is supported by funding from the Oklahoma Historical Society. The signage, featuring Oklahoma's new logo and historic design elements, highlights the Jefferson Highway's...

The McAlester City Council met this past Tuesday, Aug. 27th for their second regular meeting of the month and they covered many topics, and approved multiple items. Firstly, Councilors decided to pass on the investigation into potential breaches of local campaign finance regulations by Randy Roden to the Pittsburg Coun...

On Friday, Aug. 30, some residents may experience low water pressure to no water along Choctaw Avenue from Third Street to Sixth Street starting at 9:30 a.m. and lasting 2-4 hours. This is due to a waterline repair. We will update once we have more information

The Oklahoma Grocery tax cut became official this Thursday, and Oklahomans can breathe a little sigh of relief to see that they no longer will have to deal with the 4.5% state grocery tax. Here is what Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and Pro Tem Greg Treat had to say earlier this year about the tax cut. Oklahoma now becomes ...

McAlester City Manager Dave Andren appeared on KNED Wednesday morning to discuss multiple items which were highlighted by TSET Grants and sidewalks. Andren was asked about the new sidewalks being put in and the "master trails" plan that is set to come to McAlester. He had this to say about the money being spe...

The polls have come to a close on the Aug. 27th runoff election for the McAlester Mayor. With over 1,500 total votes counted, Justin Few will take over as the next mayor in McAlester. These results also include the early voting results that took place on Aug. 22nd. Few took the number one spot with 51% of the total vot...

A McAlester man was seen in Pittsburg County Court on Tuesday on the charges of assault and battery on a medical care provider. Zakkary White was arrested on Friday, Aug. 23rd after police were called to Carl Albert Mental Health (CAMH) due to a patient being combative. According to an arrest affidavit, staff wanted Wh...

On Tuesday, Aug. 27, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: Steven Taylor Industrial Park Seventh Street and North Avenue North D Street and Sho...

Today is the day to vote for McAlester Mayor for those that did not participate in early voting last week. Voting will take place this Tuesday from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. The candidates include Jimmy Plummer, Justin Few, and Keving Beaty after Randy Roden dropped from the race on Aug. 19th. If you do not know where to go to v...

We have given you plenty of updates on the event side of things and registration details for the Pittsburg County Free Fair taking place from Sep. 3-7 but, what else is at the Fair? Events range from the Aggie Olympics on Thursday morning to the Livestock Shows on Saturday morning. The Youth Day begins at 9:00 a.m. on...

This Monday, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: • Fire hydrant at Consignment Exchange • West Sewer Plant • Fifth Street and ...

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation notified the City of McAlester of a traffic advisory for the U.S. Highway 69 project set to take effect Friday, Aug 23rd. ODOT said highway traffic will be able to cross over at the intersection with Ninth Street but will not be allowed to make U-turns across the median. Traffi...

North Main Street is closed as of 11:15 a.m. Aug. 22, 2024 between Jefferson Avenue and Adams Avenue due to a sewer line repair. The street will be closed for the emergency repair, which is anticipated to be completed today pending any complications.

Early in-person absentee voting has officially begun in Pittsburg County as the race for Mayor is set to go off. Early voting is something that anyone can participate in, and you don't need any excuse or reason to vote early. The state of Oklahoma allows early voting for all elections. The candidates on the ballot incl...

A lane of traffic will be closed for Thursday morning due to a continuing waterline project. This originally was supposed to happen Wednesday afternoon, but the project experienced some delays and was moved to the next day. The southbound lane of Fourteenth Street will be closed at the intersection with Carl Albert Par...

The Pittsburg County Free Fair is coming up in September, and we have been bringing you periodic updates of what to expect this year. The free fair is hosting Live entertainment on Friday evening Sep. 6th starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Expo Hall. The Creek Howlers are the opening act for the Bo Phillips Band. This is a f...

A Pittsburg County Woman was seen in court this week on the charges of drug trafficking, driving under the influence, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to carry insurance and more. Tina Gerisch was arrested on Saturday after she was initially pulled over for an erratic right turn out of a red light. Ac...

Wednesday, expect to hear weather sirens as the Pittsburg County Emergency Management will be conducting siren tests. The tests are expected to run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The City of Krebs announced today that there is another water issue as outside contractors have hit a mainline. All customers/residents in the city limits will experience low water pressure, to none at all while repairs are being made. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as soon as they are made ava...

Mayoral Candidate Randy Roden, and City Councilman for Ward 4, has officially dropped from the mayoral election taking place on Tuesday, Aug. 27th. At a City Council meeting in July, Roden announced that he had prostate cancer. According to a Facebook post, Roden says that he has other health issues that he cannot igno...

This Tuesday, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: • Capri Lane • Southeast Expo Center • Roth Road and Hereford Lane • Fi...

McAlester Tourism on Facebook is warning of a potential scam of an event that does not exist. In a post on Facebook, they say that a local vendor reached out wanting clarification on an event called "McWinter Wonderland." The vendor said they knew it was a scam because of the type of payment being requested a...

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation notified the City of McAlester of a traffic advisory for the U.S. Highway 69 project in effect as of this Monday, Aug. 19. ODOT says they closed the highway service road intersection at Ninth Street (Hardy Springs Road) on the south side of US Highway 69 and this is expected fo...

This Monday, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting in the morning and lasting until about 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: Fire hydrant at Consignment Exchange West Sewer Plant Fifth Street and North Aven...

Krebs Public School will be closed today due to a main line water leak that has caused the entire town of Krebs to be without water. The leak is between the school and Krebs Corner. The water department is still waiting on a location of utilities at this time and cannot give an estimated time of restore. We will have a...

The City of McAlester is hosting a pickleball tournament at the Stipe Center in October. The tournament will be a round-robin format with a six-game guarantee. The tournament will be on Friday, Oct. 25th and Saturday, Oct. 26th. The women doubles games will run on from 12 - 6 p.m. The men doubles will play Saturday sta...

The McAlester City Council met this past Tuesday for their first of two regularly scheduled meetings. The council voted to approve the submission of an application to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to implement a Phase III project to upgrade and modernize the lighting fixtures in the Federal Building. If this is a...

The Pittsburg County Free Fair is approaching quickly as it is less than a month away now. On top of need-to-know registration dates that we recently provided, here are some other need-to-know tidbits. For those wanting to become a vendor, there are spaces available for games, Information Food & Concessions, and ca...

Choctaw Avenue will be closed for two days from D Street to West Street starting on Thursday, Aug. 15. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation notified the City it will close the road for an overlay project on State Highway 31 West. This street closure is expected to last two days

The McAlester City Council met Tuesday evening to discuss several topics and covered many agenda items. One notable item that was approved was an additional $300,000 and one year added to the previously set $1.5 million over five years to the Southeast Oklahoma Library System. Mayor John Browne shared his thoughts afte...

There is a major water leak by the EZ Mart in Krebs Wednesday morning after a 4" water line break. There is no estimated timeline for how long the fixture will take, but residents should expect low water pressure to no water. We will have an update as it becomes available to us.

A McAlester resident is turning 100-years-old this weekend. World War 2 veteran, Ralph Perona, will be hitting triple digits on Saturday, Aug. 17th and is inviting everyone to celebrate with him. Deb Fisher with the Disabled American Veterans talks about the weekend festivities. Perona was in the Army Air Core as a doo...

On Aug. 13, 2024, residents may experience low water pressure to no water at multiple locations starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. This is for hydrant flushing and routine waterline maintenance. Affected areas will include: Cottonwood Road 400 block of North West Street 1000 block of North Strong Avenue Park D...

A weekend power surge affected the McAlester Public Library causing damage to two networking switches. With that, comes the issues of no internet or phone line connection available on site. The Library is still open and will remain open through the week, but with no public computer access due to lack of WIFI, and the i...

Fourteenth Street will be closed from Carl Albert Parkway to Washington Avenue today, Monday, Aug. 12th. This is due to weather-related repairs on Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund (DWSRF) Project #10. The street closure is expected to only last through Monday.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation notified the City of McAlester that an intersection closure scheduled for Aug. 12th, will be postponed due to weather. ODOT says they will not close the highway service road intersection at Ninth Street (Hardy Springs Road) on the south side of US Highway 69 (George Nigh Expres...

Partners for Animal Welfare (PAWS) and the City of McAlester are hosting an event for your fur babies next weekend. The goal of this event is for everyone to have fun with their animals, but more importantly, to raise awareness and donations for PAWS in their mission to protect the welfare of dogs and other pets in the...

It's that time of the year as the Pittsburg County Free Fair is set to roll back through the Southeast Expo Center in less than a month on September 3rd - Sep. 7th. There are a couple of things that you need to know as the dates approach, and we'll start with entry deadlines. Poultry and Rabbit Entry deadline is Aug. 1...

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) has notified of a traffic advisory for the U.S. Highway 69 project scheduled for the afternoon of Monday, Aug. 12. ODOT said it plans to close the highway service road at Ninth Street and US Highway 69 on that day for 3-5 days. This is to allow time for contractors to fi...