The Blog

Why are our rocks so interesting? When visitors come to Latimer County, they often fall in love with the sweeping views, rugged hills, and quiet beauty of the Ouachita Mountains. What many don’t realize is that this landscape tells one of the most fascinating geological stories in North America. Beneath every overlook, trail, and creek […]

Geology of the Ouachitas…

March 3, 2026

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Remembering the No. 21 Mine Disaster: 100 Years Later

January 8, 2026

65 DEAD, 28 MISSING AFTER MINE BLASTS; ONLY EIGHT RESCUED, reads the front page of The New York Times on January 14, 1926. On January 13, 1926, at 7:55 a.m., life in Wilburton, Oklahoma changed forever. Just twenty‑five minutes after 101 miners descended into the Degnan‑McConnell No. 21 Mine to begin their day’s work, a […]

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10 Things to Do in Latimer County Before Winter Hits! As the crisp air rolls in and the leaves turn golden, Latimer County, Oklahoma transforms into a cozy, colorful escape perfect for fall lovers. Whether you’re a local looking to soak up the season or a visitor planning a weekend getaway, this Fall Bucket List […]

Fall Bucket List

November 10, 2025

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