Opinions and Columns

California Was Crazy, Even 60 Years Ago

Many Oklahomans have California connections; especially, around Bakersfield. There is currently a Reverse Grapes of Wrath migration from California back to Oklahoma. Oklahomans are a lot like salmon---they go back to the place of their birth.
Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

We are proud Americans at the Golden Age Center. Recently, we had to take down our tattered flag to be burned in a ceremony done yearly by the American Legion. Please check your flying flags to be sure they are in good condition.
A Mighty Wind

A Mighty Wind

A Mighty Wind

Last Stand Due to the heartbreaking devastation in the Shawnee, Cole, and Etowah areas this week, I am repeating an earlier column. Mr. Right and I are working on the damage to our own little community.
Capitol Notes

Capitol Notes

Capitol Notes

An Oklahoma educator made national news this week when she was named the National Teacher of the Year for 2023. This is the first time Oklahoma has had a national winner since 1964.
Night Sky Report

Night Sky Report

Night Sky Report

With the days (and evenings) getting warmer and having most of the more severe weather off to the east as we move into Spring, we’ve had a lot more nights that have proved to be excellent for viewing.
Republicans Unveil Responsible Debt Ceiling Proposal

Republicans Unveil Responsible Debt Ceiling Proposal

Republicans Unveil Responsible Debt Ceiling Proposal

Over the last two years, under the one-party Democratic rule, we have had record levels of spending with little offsets. Last Wednesday, House Republicans revealed our proposal, the Limit, Save, Grow, Act of 2023, to deal with the debt ceiling.

It Might Be “Pronged” Into Us

The title of this column will be explained in the final paragraph. Below is an actual letter recently sent to my brother in Indiana. Warning: It is full of sentimentality and family pride. Bro, -422-23 You and I are the last of the Peck story tellers.
U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice

U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice

A New Majority: The First 100 Days

Today marks 100 days of the new House Republican Majority and we are only just getting started. The 118th Congress has made a point to deliver on our Commitment to America: a nation that is safe, an economy that is strong, a future that is built on freedom, and a government that is accountable.
Arthenia Haney

Arthenia Haney

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

Birthdays are not as much fun now as when I was a child. Now I am more interested in celebrating my grandchildren’s birthdays. My granddaughter, Madison, will be turning 15 this month. We all know what that means!