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A: Main, news
October 22, 2024
Roland Schools locked down on Thursday
Following ‘potential threat’ reported on state suicide hotline
By AMIE CATO-REMER EDITOR

Parents were grateful late Thursday afternoon after the last bus of high school students was dropped off at TheBod Church in Roland, following what is being described as a “potential threat” at the school district.

Roland Public Schools posted to their social media page Thursday that “due to a threat on campus, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) was investigating the threat, and all through traffic would be stopped and no students released, until the clear was given.”

Although the actual threat remains undisclosed as of press time, according to reports, Roland Public Schools was notified by a third party of a potential threat through a state suicide hotline. The hotline was said to have been actively talking with the caller and communicating with law enforcement.

Students were told to leave all their personal belongings behind, including their cell phones, to be bussed to the Roland church on U.S. Hwy. 64, until a system was in place for parents to pick their child up safely and efficiently.

Just after 4:30 p.m., OHP reportedly cleared the school campus, and it was announced that students could pick their personal items up from the school until 9 p.m. that night, and again on Friday.

The school’s final announcement stated, “At this time, it is an ongoing investigation and the school will release info as we receive it. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Roland Public Schools, with the direction of state and local law enforcement, have taken every measure to ensure the safety of everyone at Roland Public Schools.”

MCCO hosts first Women’s Gathering
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MCCO hosts first Women’s Gathering
By AMIE CATO-REMER EDITOR 
April 14, 2026
The Muldrow Cherokee Community Organization (MCCO) hosted its first Women’s Gathering from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on April 8, at the MCCO building. Tashaa Harris, with the MCCO, said they decided to host the ...
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Roland woman charged with drug trafficking, firearm violations
Following Task Force search
By AMIE CATO-REMER EDITOR 
April 14, 2026
A Roland woman is facing multiple felony charges following the execution of a nighttime search warrant that authorities say uncovered a large quantity of suspected methamphetamine and several firearms...
RPS announces Teachers of the Year
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RPS announces Teachers of the Year
April 14, 2026
Roland Public Schools is proud to recognize their 2026 Teachers of the Year. Krista Howard, second grade teacher at Roland Lower Elementary Cassie Roedenbeck, librarian at Roland Upper Elementary Teri...
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Friends of Muldrow Public Library to hold plant sale fundraiser
April 14, 2026
The Friends of the Muldrow Public will hold their annual plant sale fundraiser, April 17-18, in front of the Muldrow Public Library. A wide variety and sizes of plants will be available with the proce...
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District 27 launches ‘Castle Project’ to combat property crime
By AMIE CATO-REMER EDITOR 
April 14, 2026
A new multi-agency initiative aimed at reducing property crime across District 27 has been announced by District Attorney Jack Thorp, who says stronger coordination among law enforcement agencies will...
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As the Oklahoma general election season begins, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) reminds political candidates and volunteers to stay safe, follow the law, save taxpayer money and keep ...
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(Part 2) On Sunday morning, we headed for the Long Beach Airport with plenty of time to spare. After Teri’s husband dropped us off, we had no issues getting through TSA. The airport was founded in 192...
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