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Vandalism and violence is not okay
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Vandalism and violence is not okay
September 21, 2023
WOW! After some serious media posts over students being reprimanded by local law enforcement over school vandalism I wonder what are we truly teaching the next generation? I don’t care how cute you th...
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A History of American Political Parties, Part I: Classical Liberalism, Conservatism
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A History of American Political Parties, Part I: Classical Liberalism, Conservatism
September 14, 2023
With all the political fighting in our nation, I feel Willie and Waylon need to re-release their hit song about Luckenbach, Texas, with a new chorus that says we are feuding like the Democrats and Rep...
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The Horrors of Human Trafficking Part 3 of 3
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The Horrors of Human Trafficking Part 3 of 3
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
September 14, 2023
For the Children INSTITUTE ADVOCACY The Horrors of Human Trafficking Part 3 of 3 OKLAHOMA CITY - Over the past two weeks, I have shared some critical information on the horrors human trafficking. This...
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America then and now- from 9/11 to 911
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America then and now- from 9/11 to 911
September 14, 2023
America changed on September 11, 2001 when the Twin Towers were destroyed in a terrorist attack that has become known as simply 9/11. However, it’s not that simple. In fact, its still hard to believe ...
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Who will hear the sound?
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Who will hear the sound?
By LaDonna's Rhodes 
September 7, 2023
I have always been raised in church and gave my heart to the Lord and felt His spirit move on me when I was only five years old at Tiger Mountain church camp. Of course over the years, I have fallen f...
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Mullin says Trump can still win despite pending state and federal indictments
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Mullin says Trump can still win despite pending state and federal indictments
By NATHANIEL PLETCHER GAYLORD NEWS 
September 7, 2023
Oklahoma junior senator Markwayne Mullin said he believes former president Donald Trump can still win the 2024 presidential election, despite two state and two federal indictments. “If you saw polling...
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Bullying prevention starts at home not school
August 31, 2023
Schools across Oklahoma have started back to school in the last two weeks and some students are thrilled to be back in class while others may hate every minute because of bullying. Some schools like o...
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For the Children
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For the Children
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 31, 2023
The Horrors of Human Trafficking Part 2 of 3 OKLAHOMA CITY - Last week, I detailed some key facts and statistics regarding human trafficking. With the conversation going on surrounding the release of ...
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SPEAKING
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SPEAKING
By ?r. James Finck, USAG History Professor 
August 31, 2023
HISTORICALLY ---------------- current events through a historical lens------------------------ Once again news coverage is swamped with allegations of Trump’s criminal activities. This time he is accu...
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For the Children
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For the Children
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 24, 2023
The Horrors of Human Trafficking OKLAHOMA CITY – With the recent release of the movie The Sound of Freedom, the conversation on the horror of human trafficking is growing. The movie, a dramatization, ...
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Comparing apples to pears?
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Comparing apples to pears?
August 24, 2023
We all know the saying “comparing apples to oranges” but what about “apples to pears?” I’m not talking about just any kind of pear but native pears - the ugly, speckled ones that despite their looks a...
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Letters
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Letters
August 24, 2023
Informing citizens Letter to the Editor: In the performance of my duties as McIntosh County Clerk, I (Deena Farrow) would like to inform our citizens of the upcoming improvements to the McIntosh Count...
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This Week at the Capitol
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This Week at the Capitol
By State Rep. Randy Randleman (405) 557-7375 randy.randleman@okhouse.gov 
August 17, 2023
It has been some time since I have released a column, and I want to touch base with my constituents in House District 15. Regarding my health, I would like to let everyone know that I am doing really ...
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Do Not Resuscitate – Beyond the DNR
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Do Not Resuscitate – Beyond the DNR
August 17, 2023
Do Not Resuscitate - possibly some of the harshest words you’ll ever hear and one of the most unnerving legal documents you’ll ever sign. Do Not Resuscitate also known as a “DNR” is simply an advance ...
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Elvis Tribute Aug. 23
August 17, 2023
Legacy on Main Street presents “Matthew Boyce: A Tribute to the King” in a dinner-theater program on Saturday, Aug. 26 at 224 N. Main St., Eufaula. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p...
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For the Children
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For the Children
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 17, 2023
With the start of school, OICA turns to Kid Governor and Fall Forum OKLAHOMA CITY – With the advent of the school year, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) now turns our attention to our ...
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‘Do Not Resuscitate – Beyond the DNR’
August 17, 2023
Here is my poem: Do not resuscitate or bring back to life? How do we make such a final decision and sign away a precious life? But how is this life when we are now at the point of endless suffering an...
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Generally Speaking
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Generally Speaking
By By Attorney General Gentner Drummond 
August 10, 2023
As your Attorney General, I plan to pen a monthly column to inform you about issues I believe will be of interest to my fellow Oklahomans. My role as the states chief law enforcement officer affects m...
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Programs help families when students return to classroom
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 10, 2023
OKLAHOMA CITY - With the end of summer break, the 2023-24 school year is about to begin for students. In my hometown of Rush Springs, the annual Watermelon Festival held on the second Saturday of Augu...
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Just do something
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Just do something
August 10, 2023
This weekend I finally was able to go out and watch the movie, “Sounds of Freedom.” To say that it was hard to watch is an understatement. It was gutwrenching to realize just how many sick individuals...
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Hikers made their way up the Trivia Trail on Jan. 1 as a nationwide tradition
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Hikers made their way up the Trivia Trail on Jan. 1 as a nationwide tradition
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
January 8, 2026
On New Year’s Day, State Parks across Oklahoma conduct First Day Hikes, welcoming families of all ages to come enjoy the great outdoors and reconnect with nature. 226 hikers and 21 furry friends gathe...
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3F’s win Blue-Collar Small Business 2025 award
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3F’s win Blue-Collar Small Business 2025 award
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 8, 2026
Recently the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center presented the Blue-Collar Small Business 2025 award to 3F’s Poultry and Rabbit Processing, the only state-inspected facility for non-commercial ...
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MISSING PERSON
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MISSING PERSON
January 8, 2026
The Muskogee County Sheriff’s Office is currently conducting a search for Erik Throne 2/2/1969. Erik was involved in a motor vehicle accident on December 14, 2025 at around 1500 hours. Witness reports...
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The subsidy cliff: What the end of ACA subsidies means for McIntosh County
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The subsidy cliff: What the end of ACA subsidies means for McIntosh County
By Staff Reports 
January 8, 2026
Congress has allowed the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, which significantly lowered premiums for millions, to expire on December 31, 2025. There is no stopgap and no extension. While Washington ...
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New year, new face at the Chamber
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New year, new face at the Chamber
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 8, 2026
With the new year comes a new face to the Checotah Chamber of Commerce Mrs. Haley Howell. Haley is married to Dustin Howell, Associate Director of Public Works, and together they stay busy working and...
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