Sun, Nov 22 2009
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Travelers take to roads for Fourth By Cathy SpauldingPhoenix Staff Writer U.S. 69 south of Peak Boulevard is narrowed to one lane in each direction
South toward McAlester, northbound and southbound lanes on U.S. 69 are narrowed north of the Indian Nation Turnpike. Crews also are widening and resurfacing Oklahoma 82 from Keys to Oklahoma 100 in Cherokee County. The July 4 weekend also means congestion on area lakes. Kurt McKean, lieutenant with the OHP Lake Patrol Division, said boaters must use caution and observe navigation rules. One drowning occurred in the 2008 Independence Day period, and it was alcohol related. Fourth of July events • Freedom Celebration, 5 p.m. to after fireworks display, featuring inflatable toys, water elements, Branson-style shows, fireworks. First Assembly of God, 3100 Gulick St. • Burgers and ice cream, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Porum Landing Fire Station, 5 1/2 miles west of Porum on Texanna Road. Proceeds benefit the volunteer fire department. • 40th annual Eufaula Fireworks spectacular, Lake Eufaula Cove. • Wagoner Celebration with inflatables and concessions beginning at 4:30 p.m. with fireworks at dusk, Maple Park. • 4th at the Fort, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fort Gibson Stockade. • July 4 Blowout, Greenleaf State Park, canoe races, boat rides, campfire. • Fireworks at Lake Tenkiller State Park, dusk. 
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