McAlester is the seat of Pittsburg County and the largest city in the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. The city was named for J.J. McAlester, who later became Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma. McAlester is the home of the Oklahoma State Penitentiary.
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City guide and information resource for McAlester residents, visitors and businesses. Provides access to city government data, public documents/forms, and department services.
http://www.cityofmcalester.com/
This Comfort Suites hotel site provides a detailed description of the guest rooms and common areas as well as amenities offered. Also includes photographs and McAlester points of interest as well as a way to check room rates.
http://www.comfortsuites.com/hotel-mcalester-oklahoma-OK149
Provides chamber information and details on all businesses serving the residents and visitors of McAlester. Includes membership information, calendar of events, chamber activities, resources and community profile.
http://www.mcalester.org/
The News-Capital is a daily newspaper published in McAlester, Oklahoma, whose news coverage area includes southern Oklahoma. Its web edition features local news, sports and community events, along with obituaries, police and court reports, photographs, and advertising information.
http://mcalesternews.com/
Supports the McAlaster community by providing varied public school opportunities. Site includes general school district information, a school directory, a district calendar and online resources.
http://www.mcalester.k12.ok.us/
McAlester Scottish Rite Masonic
Meeting at their facilities on 2nd and Adams, in McAlester, Oklahoma, the Masonic lodge is highlighted, including an overview of its building, including office and tour hours, meeting schedules, and elected officers.
http://www.mcalesterscottishrite.org/
Sponsored by the Oklahoma Store and Dancing Rabbit Antiques, the site features historical photographs related to the city, obtainable by on-site search. Newly uploaded photos are highlighted.
http://www.mcalesterphotos.com/
Construction on the prison facilities in McAlester began in 1908, shortly after Oklahoma became a state. Its history and facilities are described, and offenders are identified by category, or they may be found through an offender search facility. Other resources include information on programs for offenders, and a re-entry resource guide.
http://www.doc.state.ok.us/facilities/institutions/osp.htm
Pride in McAlester is a non-profit organization charged with cleaning up and beautifying the McAlester, Oklahoma community. Its programs and projects are highlighted, and its schedule of meetings and events are posted.
http://www.prideinmcalester.com/
Rotary Club of McAlester, Oklahoma
Club Number 2484 is one of thousands of Rotary Clubs around the world. The history of the local club is offered, along with information about its schedules, projects, and offices.
http://www.rotarymcalester.org/
