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The Reality Of The State Of The Union

The Reality Of The State Of The Union

The Reality Of The State Of The Union

Despite the rosy picture President Biden paints this week in his state of the union address, he cannot deflect blame and ignore the numerous concerns that are facing our nation. The reality is the state of the union is weaker and families are struggling because of Biden’s far-left policies.
Nope. No Way. Uh-uh. Never Again!

Nope. No Way. Uh-uh. Never Again!

Nope. No Way. Uh-uh. Never Again!

“Let’s fix that pipe problem today,” said Mr. Right, pretending to concentrate on his phone but really keeping an eye on my reaction. He is a genius do-it-himselfer, especially when it saves us the cost of a carpenter, electrician, or plumber. After all, we’re not rich folk.
Fight Against Fertility Fraud

Fight Against Fertility Fraud

Fight Against Fertility Fraud

In life, there are certain situations that catch you off guard and inspire you to enact change. Learning about the heartbreaking acts of fertility fraud committed on families across the nation is one of those situations.
Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

We want to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Donna Dyke, site manager, who passed away and whose memorial was held at the Golden Age Center on Jan. 27th. She was not just an employee. She was a friend, a caregiver, a champion for seniors, and an excellent cook.
Glenn Peck

Glenn Peck

The Great Garage Sale Sagas

Sometimes ordinary things create surprises. What follows are true Garage Sale accounts that certainly did: A few years ago, I placed a small ad for a garage sale in the Shawnee newspaper. I also bought the sign kit. My sale was scheduled for Friday and Saturday. I go into hyper-speed getting ready.
Sanity’s Last Stand

Sanity’s Last Stand

How To Make A Perfect PB&J Sandwich

Last Stand A while back, Oklahoma State University student researchers dedicated two years and $35,000 to the advancement of peanut butter. Their quest was not to find a fat-free tasty replica of the nutty delectable, but to develop easy-to-use cellophane wrapped peanut butter slices.
Night Sky Report

Night Sky Report

Night Sky Report

The weather/atmospheric conditions caused multiple cancellations during January. We needed what rain we got, and we are thankful for that, but we could use quite a bit more…..gradually of course.
On The Weight Loss Merry-Go-Round

On The Weight Loss Merry-Go-Round

Through My Lens

It’s the same every year for me and for about half of the U.S., according to several websites. In January, ‘tis the season to rethink how to lose weight. It started in high school when I thought I needed to lose five pounds to be acceptable.