June 2024

ATA sets course for new fiscal year

The Ardmore Tourism Authority took a deep dive into its operations as it approved a budget for the upcoming fiscal year. During the ATA’s monthly meeting Thursday morning, President & CEO Bill Murphy went through line items on the budget. Among the items highlighted was the revenue from the hotel tax. The ATA projects tax revenue to remain flat due to uncertainty for the upcoming year. ATA operations, which receives 40% of the revenue collected, is forecast to receive $390,000. The convention center receives 60% of the revenue and is forecast at $585,000.

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55th Annual Open Air Gospel Singing set for July 4

LONE GROVE - For the past several months, the Country Tabernacle Church has been gearing up for its 55th Annual Open Air Gospel Singing. A yearly event that has been bringing people together since 1970 to celebrate the freedom of our country through music and fellowship. Pastor Darryl Howard stated, “There’s no better way to celebrate our country’s freedom than the freedom given through Christ.”

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5 things to do this weekend

Take in an early fireworks show at Wilson Sunday evening. The annual fireworks display, hosted by the Wilson Fire Department will begin at dark with vendors opening at 6 p.m. There will be music, a concession along with pulled pork sandwiches and hot dog plates. The festivities will be at the softball field.

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