California Was Crazy, Part 2

In Part 1, I described the weird, bizarre, out of this world, convoluted, craziness that I encountered when I was assigned to So.Cal in 1963. This was my first USAF assignment.

Letters to the Editor

Beware of unintended consequences. On June 13, Shawnee voters will decide whether or not to remove Shawnee Twin Lakes recreation from the city charter.

Night Sky Report

Well, Mother Nature did it to us again with rain, cloudy skies, with a tornado thrown in, for good measure, here and there. Not only forcing the cancellation of a number of viewing sessions but delaying construction of the observatory’s building that will house the 20” Starmaster Telescope.

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.