Project unveiled

Ree Drummond, a.k.a. “Pioneer Woman,” and Jerry Loftis of JL & Associates discuss renovations to the former Osage Mercantile Co. Building at Kihekah and Main during a break in unveiling ceremonies Thursday. The ongoing renovation project by Ladd and Ree Drummond is designed to restore the building to its original grandeur. Film production crews from The Food Network were on hand to record the unveiling for airing on Mrs. Drummond’s cooking show.

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