Happy birthday to Curtis Conway, Adela Miranda, Kitty Harless, Jay Beuoy, Krysta Matthews, Dana Powell, Dennis Mitchell, Don McQuerrey, Jerry Maynard, Michelle Farley, Philip Pedlow, Eddie Harrison, Savannah J. Ibarra, Sandra Cervantes, Jose Esponoza and Susan Johnson.

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McClain County Operation Christmas is now accepting applications.

The deadline to submit applications is Monday, November 24.

Applications are available at The Purcell Register, the McClain County Health Department, the Purcell Public Library, the OSU Extension Office and Delta Community Action Foundation in Purcell.

For more information contact Peggy Christian at 405-990-4001.

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The Purcell Register will have early deadlines for the issue of November 27 because of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

All ads, classified ads and news must be in the office by Monday, November 24, at 11 a.m.

The paper will be available Tuesday, November 25, at 2:30 p.m.

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The Purcell Register will feature Homespun Holidays, a DIY Guide to the Season, in the December 11 issue.

Register readers are encouraged to send us their favorite recipes, a short description of their family’s favorite tradition, DIY craft ideas and decorating ideas.

Pictures are welcomed as well.

Submit your holiday items to purcellregister@gmail.com or drop by our office at 225 W. Main St. in Purcell.

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The Purcell Public Library will present the “Creativity Unleashed: Holiday Crafts! Sublimation Mugs” Saturday, December 6, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the meeting room of the library.

We all have an inner artist. Join us in discovering the endless possibilities of your creativity. You will be guided through this program exploring designing and sublimating a mug to produce your own work of art.

Supplies will be provided. No prior experience is necessary for this program. Program is come and go.

The program is for all ages and registration is required.

For more information call 405-527-5546 or register online at pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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Mark your calendars now!

Experience the magic of the holiday season at the annual Purcell Christmas Parade,  “Anything Christmas,” where Main Street Purcell will be illuminated with festive lights and decorations, and enjoy the merriment and joy that fills the air!

The parade is scheduled for Thursday, December 11, at 6 p.m.

To register your parade entry, stop by the Heart of Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce at 305 W. Main Street in Purcell, email elisabeth@theheartofok.com or call 405-527-3093.

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The next Purcell 2025 Art Walk is set for Friday, December 11, from 6-9 p.m. in conjunction with the Christmas parade.

Get ready for an evening of art, shopping and vintage treasures.

This month’s event will feature vintage and antique dealers lining the streets, food trucks, arts and crafts, homemade goods and more—all in a family-friendly atmosphere that celebrates creativity and local businesses.

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Purcell’s Lights From the Heart at Chandler Park will be open nightly from Wednesday, November 26, to Wednesday, December 31, from 5:30-10 p.m. nightly.

Over two miles of lights are available to drive through.

Admission is free but donations are appreciated.

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The Wayne Fire Department is holding its 36th annual Toy Drive.

Firefighters are currently accepting toy donations or cash donations to help them meet their goal.

Toys will be given to children at the department’s program December 14.

For more information contact Sarah Kennedy at 405-570-2478 or Meghan Claunch at 405-412-7848.

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This is a favorite and must have for any holiday meal at my house.

Buffet Potatoes

2 lbs. frozen hash brown potatoes

1/2 cup melted margarine

1 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

1 can undiluted cream of chicken soup

2 cups grated cheddar cheese

1/2 cup chopped onion

2 cups sour cream

2 cups crushed corn flakes mixed with 1/4 cup melted margarine

Heat oven to 350°.

Thaw potatoes. Combine with rest of ingredients except corn flakes.

Sprinkle buttered corn flakes on top in large flat pyrex dish.

Bake 30-45 minutes or until bubbly.