Capitol Comments

The Administration’s open-border policies have caused the worst border crisis in American history. However, these policies are having downrange effects throughout the country, making every town feel like a border town.

CAPITOL REPORT

On Friday, the Legislature sent a historic investment into public education to the governor’s desk.

Humanitarian Crisis Continues To Evolve At Southern Boarder

While the humanitarian crisis continues to evolve at the southern border, House Republicans have been working on solving this tragedy. When I visited the border, I saw with my own eyes the devastating impact of this situation.

Federal, State Assistance Available Following April Storms

After last month’s tornadoes that moved through Cleveland County, I want to ensure everybody affected is aware of the newly-approved federal disaster assistance.

Meet the Countywide’s New Intern

I am thrilled to be welcomed to The Countywide & Sun. From a small town myself, I’ve always felt the importance of staying connected to the community. Far out on the dirt roads of Wellston are my stomping grounds. I raise my own butcher rabbits on our stretch of land.

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

We feel like a family at the Golden Age Center, and we are happy that our family is now complete. Welcome to Heather Hitchcock, who was promoted to site manager. Welcome to Karissa Marshall, our new head cook.

Sorry If I Missed You

The high school sports seasons are done, and to all those athletes: if I didn’t make it to your big game or get your picture in the newspaper, I’m sorry. When I started at the Countywide in Aug. 2020, it was the height of the pandemic. Schools were teetering between lockdown and in-person learning.

My Purse

What’s in my purse? That by which I call a handbag, by any other name, would feel as cumbersome. A bit Shakespearean, but really ladies, what’s in your purse? I handed mine to Mr. Right the other day and he actually stumbled backward at the unexpected weight. “What do you have in this thing?

Cows & Cabbage

“And that’s how the cow ate the cabbage!” Sunday, May 14, is the day set aside to celebrate Mother’s or Mom, as I call mine. I have a weekly standing date with my Mom, and I do everything I can not to stand her up. But then life happens, and the day might get moved.

Capitol Comments

Since President Biden took office, he has increased the role of the federal government in the lives of everyday Americans. The policies of this Administration have led to high inflation, more government dependency, a struggling economy, and mortgage rates that have doubled over the last 3 years.