How Are You Remembered?

Last week I went to the hospital to get an MRI on my knee. It was my first MRI, and I’m thankful it was just for my knee because just being lifted and sucked into that tube up to my chest triggered my claustrophobic panic button.

Confessions Of A Country Bumpkin

Perhaps the best way to define a word is to use synonyms. A “Country Bumpkin” is a yokel, a rube, a clodhopper, a plowboy, a hayseed, and a hick. (My thanks to “Roget’s Thesaurus.”) Older readers might also recognize “What a maroon!”— Bugs Bunny.

Law And Order This Legislative Session

The state Legislature’s recently concluded 2024 session was a productive one for public safety in Oklahoma. I appreciate the work of our lawmakers to prioritize law and order and to strengthen the ability of law enforcement agencies and prosecutors to hold criminals accountable.

Letters To The Editor

Every time someone builds a residential or commercial building inside the Shawnee city limits, the city receives sales and/or use tax for the materials used. Afterward, the resident generates sales or use tax when they purchase furnishings and shop local.

To The Man I Married

It was only 11 years ago that we met. You, from Los Angeles, California; me from Long Island, New York. It was a miracle we found each other in the middle of Oklahoma. You called it “lightning in a bottle.” I believe you were my gift from God.On that day, East met West.

Legislature Enters Interim

Since the Legislature adjourned sine die during the last week in May, we are now in our “interim” period, which means we’re between regular sessions.This year, there were 2,673 measures available for consideration, which included some measures still alive from last year.

Senate Report

After four months of hard work, countless committee meetings and hundreds of floor votes, the Senate has completed this legislative session. Both legislative chambers adjourned Sine Die — a Latin term signaling final adjournment — on Thursday.

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

We are officially in the beginning days of summer!June 20, 2024 is the first official day of summer because it is the longest day of sunlight before the days start to get shorter. The Golden Age Center is air-conditioned for our comfort while we enjoy fellowship and a balanced meal for $1.50 daily.

A Five-Sided Tale

The “five-sided tale” title is a synonym for our Pentagon. A few Pentagon facts: It took only two years to build and was completed in 1943 to house the War Department’s leadership. This mammoth office building has 6.5 million sq. feet, 7,754 windows, 17.

Honoring Sacrifice

On Memorial Day, a solemn day of remembrance, it’s crucial to reflect on the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who laid down their lives in service to our nation.