Opinions and Columns

U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice

U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice

CAPITOL COMMENTS

As August approaches, I’m looking forward to being at home in Oklahoma and taking advantage of the opportunity to meet and engage with constituents across the Fifth Congressional District.
Julie Talton

Julie Talton

Those Summer Nights

Over the weekend, I was listening to John and Olivia belt out lyrics and tell their sides of a summer romance from Grease. It’s a catchy tune, but kind of inappropriate… as are a lot songs if you really listen to the words.
STATE SEN. GRANT GREEN SENATE DISTRICT 28

STATE SEN. GRANT GREEN SENATE DISTRICT 28

Senate Report

STATE SEN. GRANT GREEN SENATE DISTRICT 28The Senate reconvened in special session on July 15 to confirm the governor’s newest appointment to the Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents and to give my caucus a chance to elect a new leader for our chamber.
Night Sky Report

Night Sky Report

Night Sky Report

Summer is here with temps ranging from the upper 90’s into the low 100’s with uncharacteristic storm fronts moving through from time to time wreaking havoc with the viewing schedule. Hopefully August weather will allow us to get some decent observing sessions in.
PATTI POTEETE

PATTI POTEETE

The Fundamentals Of A Hug

I learned how to hug from a friend. She was the best hugger I’ve ever met. No hug with her lasted less than 10 seconds. Her hugs were long, warm, and comforting with a touch of swaying.
CAPITOL REPORT

CAPITOL REPORT

CAPITOL REPORT

This week, I want to share the education bills that the Legislature passed this session.Several of the bills related to the subject matter students study in our public schools. House Bill 3727 requires schools to provide cursive handwriting instruction for students in third through fifth grade.

Fiddles, Banjos and Prince Albert

A funny thing happens as we age, the past seems to grow closer to us. That opinion of mine was once again supported as my wife and I started listening to some of the early radio broadcasts of the Grand Ole Opry.
Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Golden Age Center is growing with new members. We welcome Philip and Lois Cimei, and Karen Harris to our fellowship. All seniors over 60 are welcome to eat for just $1.50 daily. Reservations are necessary.

Violence Trending Up: Fact Or Perception

Suzie Campbell, PublisherViolence Trending Up: Fact or Perception?The quick succession of pops, the sudden movement of the security detail, and the slight pause as former President Donald Trump touches his ear, still speaking to the crowd, and then realizes he should be taking cover.