The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds rural communities, farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses affected by the recent winter storms that USDA has programs that provide assistance. USDA staff in the regional, state and county offices are prepared with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to residents, agricultural producers and impacted communities.

A mom and her child whose home had no heat. An older man who had suffered mild hypothermia and had no where to go.

Kiamichi Tech’s Practical Nursing program has been ranked as the sixth best LPN/ LUN program in the Southwest region of the United States for the year 2020. “As the only Oklahoma program to make the top 15 list, we are thrilled that the accomplishments of our instructors, staff and students are being recognized at this level,” said Shelly Hovis, Practical Nursing Director at Kiamichi Tech.