District 4, January 2023

Halito, chim achukma?

Happy New Year from District 4. I hope all is well with you and your family. I trust everyone had a wonderful holiday season.

We had a busy end of the year! We had several children’s events in the last few months. Both Poteau and Spiro Community Centers had Halloween and Christmas events. The excitement of the children playing games, getting candy, visiting with Santa and receiving a toy was a time to remember. Yakoke to the staff and volunteers for making the events a success! The YAB students and District 4 Princesses are always eager to serve!

I was happy to work with the Town of LeFlore and Mayor Stites in getting playground equipment for the town park. I know the kids in the area will have fun with the new equipment. It makes me proud when I see all the Choctaw Nation does for our children.

Our Seniors have been staying busy. In October, we honored outstanding Choctaw elders in Durant. District 4 nominees were Lucretia McAfee and Gregory Nichols from Poteau Community Center and from Spiro Community Center Donna Zimmerman and Bobby Whiteaker. Poteau Seniors were “On The Road Again” with a trip to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. They served Indian Tacos to the veterans and community after the Veterans Day parade. Spiro Seniors have taken trips to the Cultural Center, Branson, and Honor Heights to see the Christmas lights.

Pictured is construction on the new affordable rental homes in District 4.

Some exciting news… 10 Affordable Rental Homes are nearing completion. Ten Spiro families will be moving into a new home soon after the start of the new year!

We have two Blood Drives coming up in District 4. January 10, 1:30 p.m. at Rubin White Health Clinic in Poteau and January 26, 7:15 a.m. at the Choctaw Casino and Resort in Pocola.

I am looking forward to 2023 and all the opportunities it brings.