Graduation Traditions Vary Among The Schools

In May, I photographed seven high school graduations - all within one week. And I realize that most people - in this age of needing tickets to attend a graduation - will probably only go to that many in their lifetimes, depending on their number of grandchildren.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, It’s been a few days but it’s been weighing on my mind, and I’d like to say how sad it was to learn of the sudden and tragic passing of David M. Hammer.

CAPITOL REPORT

This year, lawmakers took several steps to help protect Oklahoma consumers by authorizing the option for incentive programs and ensuring better transparency and fair pricing.

Let Freedom Ring

I hope my fellow Oklahomans enjoyed Independence Day weekend celebrating with families and friends.

Random Thoughts

The primary election is over, and Pottawatomie County chose a new District Attorney. Incumbent Allan Grubb was one of three Republicans running for the position.

What happened to growing old gracefully?

I received quite a shock in the mail last month. The envelope looked governmental, and it was addressed to my full, formal name. I almost threw it away thinking it was another politician begging for my vote.

Letters To The Editor

Dear Editor, I’ve lately had some enlightening conversations with people who stand politically left of me. The main topics in these conversations were about Native Americans, slavery, and the role of government in a free society.

Capitol Report

This year, the Legislature approved several bills to improve and increase Oklahoma’s teacher workforce by creating programs to incentivize high school students to become teachers.

Don’t confuse losing with failure

I have what you might call a competitive spirit and I HATE to lose—always have, probably always will. I mostly hate to lose at sports, but I can make a competition out of most anything, and I still hate losing, even a board game or an arcade game, but mostly sports.

Visit To The Border

Last week, I had the opportunity to visit McAllen, Texas, with the Select Committee on the Economy.