Reclaiming Government Accountability

The government should work for the people, not against their freedoms. Under Democrat control of the executive and legislative branch of the United States government, we have seen a lack of accountability to the American people resulting in a loss of faith in our institutions.

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Arthenia Haney Those of us at the Golden Age Center have enjoyed the air-conditioning as we have a balanced meal and good fellowship. Thanks to the city for replacing our unit! I don’t remember any summers that were this hot, but we did not have air conditioning when I was a child.

Capitol Report

eport State Rep. Danny Sterling Several measures were approved in the spring 2022 legislative session to streamline the delivery of state services and to focus the mission of the Oklahoma Dept. of Public Safety (DPS).

Capitol Comments

Americans shouldn’t have to choose between driving to work and putting food on the table. In a Democrat-controlled nation, sadly this is the reality. Inflation has increased nearly 550% since President Biden took office, which is a direct consequence of his reckless spending.

Pre-Planning Needed To Travel With Pets

Before adopting Noodles the Wonder Dog, Mr. Right and I agreed on the standards needed in a dog for home and travel—adult, under 30 pounds, terrier mix. House-trained. Some obedience training, and travels well in vehicles.

Bills On Business, Tech, Families

This week, I want to highlight a handful of bills related to business, technology and children and family policies.

Biden’s Wide Open Border Is Killing Oklahomans

Oklahomans have told me they don’t hear much about the southern border anymore on the national news, so it must be better. I’m sorry to tell you, it’s worse. The national media has just stopped covering it. I’ll let you guess why.

Democrats’ Out-Of-Touch Appropriations Package

It’s clear that the excessive spending pushed through this Congress by Speaker Pelosi and Democrats has been a key driver of the over 40-year high inflation and dire economic situation facing Americans.

It’s Been A Challenging Summer Experience

Interning at the Countywide and Sun was the first time I had worked in the journalism field. I was a little nervous heading into my first day, but the staff welcomed me, and our publisher had recently hired an office manager who started the same day as me.

Sample Ballots Available For Aug. 23 Election

Sample ballots are now available for the August 23, 2022 Runoff Primary, Shawnee General Runoff and the Konawa Special School Proposition Election. Voters can download a sample ballot using the State Election Board’s OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.