McCurtain County

The spectacle lasted less than five minutes in Oklahoma's far southeast corner.

Oklahoma officials on Tuesday warned visitors planning to view the solar eclipse next week from southeast Oklahoma to watch out for rabies, huge crowds, extreme traffic congestion, a lack of cellular service, hitchhikers, foodborne illnesses and an uncertain weather forecast.

Every year, the organization Freedom of Information Oklahoma awards those who promote access and awareness of open records and open government, but it also saves one award recognizing a lack of transparency — the Black Hole Award. This year’s Black Hole Award recipient is State Superintendent Ryan Walters.

The incident follows recordings of county officials allegedly making violent and racist remarks during public meeting.