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County commissioners are staying focused on road projects and equipment, the Ardmore Airpark is one step closer to remaining in its own tax district, Southern Tech is upgrading some computer and A/V equipment, and Ardmore’s public library is getting ready for summer while major maintenance is underway.

Most Ardmore voters wanted more of the same after local elections, Ardmoreites have gotten their first look at the city’s master plan for downtown, and a proposed lending mechanism for large commercial projects is still being scrutinized.

And the Ardmore Beautification Council stops by The Junction to talk about one way to recycle some of your household waste.

Ardmoreites have gotten their first look at the city’s economic strategic plan, early voting has kicked off local elections, and the airpark fire department plans on appealing an insurance claim that was denied.

Plus learn about the Strong Dads program and how it's more than just a parenting class.

Hunters and anglers in Ardmore will see a price hike for some of their permits, the county commission has approved a road plan for the next five years, and the Sunset Drive improvement project has a new completion date.

Plus in The Junction this week is David Leu, the Southern Tech school board members running for reeelction on April 1, as he explains why he should keep his seat on the board.

County commissioners continue planned improvements to Newport Road, and Ardmore schools successfully relocated a band competition after the Ada tornado last week.

Plus get your first look at Jack Jones, one of the candidates for the Southern Tech Zone 2 board of education.

Ardmore officials have gotten their annual in-depth look at the state of the city, Murray State College has reached a goal for major construction at its Ardmore campus, and speed limits on parts of Highway 70 will soon see changes.

We also continue our coverage of local elections with an interview with Mayor Nancy Sjulin, who is being challenged for her seat on the Ardmore City Commission in the April 1 municipal election.

The county health department is getting ready to bring their mobile wellness unit back to Ardmore, voters need to be registered by next week if they want to cast a ballot in local elections, and the overnight shelter for unhoused Ardmoreites is looking to reopen its doors.

In The Junction, you can meet the candidate challenging Ardmore's mayor for her commission seat, and get ready for the week (and month) ahead by catching up with The Schedule.

The April 1 local ballots are set and Ardmore will have a choice to make regarding one city commission seat, the development authority wants your input on the future of Ardmore industry, and 3 area military veterans have been inducted into a local Hall of Honor.

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