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Poteau, Oklahoma Patch AM: a 3 min readGood morning Poteau! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why a high-profile LeFlore County murder case just got delayed
- See which Poteau catcher made Oklahoma’s Rising Stars roster
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Humid; a stray a.m. t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 73 degrees.
- Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 90, low: 74. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 81 and low of 66 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man accused of killing Oklahoma deputy appears in court as defense, prosecution ask for more time (5newsonline.com) — A major LeFlore County murder case tied to an April standoff in nearby Wister is now delayed, after a brief hearing in Poteau where both sides requested more time. The suspect remains jailed without bond as investigators finish reports, while local law enforcement and supporters of the fallen deputy continue working and grieving through a long legal process. 
• Oklahoma Rising Stars Games (prepbaseballreport.com) — Oklahoma’s Rising Stars Games roster includes a local connection, with catcher Blake Wagner representing Poteau among standout middle-school baseball players statewide. The long list of athletes from schools across Oklahoma highlights how area talent, including from Poteau, is being recognized on a bigger stage for upcoming showcase competition.
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- Whataburger posted a job opening for Assistant Manager - Poteau 1380 (Poteau, OK) in Poteau. Apply here.
- Camping World Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Maintenance Technician in Poteau. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Poteau here.
🗞 Nearby News
Eufaula
- Eufaula School Board honors Guthrie (eufaulaindianjournal.com)
- 10 Slow-Paced Oklahoma Towns Where Retirement Feels Comfortable On A Modest Budget (everafterinthewoods.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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