On Friday, the filing period for the 2022 elections occurred. In total, 569 candidates placed their names on the ballot for a variety of state offices. This was the fewest number of candidates seeking...

I have never visited a hot dog factory, but I have been warned against it by people who refuse to eat hot dogs afterwards. Apparently, lots of stuff can go into a hot dog, and none of it looks like so...

One of the hot news stories is the bill in Florida banning discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in elementary schools. The bill is called “Parental Rights in Education Bill” but has bee...

We continued committee meetings this week, and both of my House bills advanced through Senate committees. House Bill 3261, which establishes the American Quarter Horse as the state horse, passed the S...

The plight of children across our state often leaves me frustrated and searching for solutions. I am not alone, as many state leaders focus on solutions to children’s issues. The Oklahoma Institute fo...

I am pleased to let House District 13 residents know that work is now complete on Elm Grove Road between U.S. Highway 64 and the public lake access at the Spaniard Creek Recreation Area on the Webbers...

With all the controversy surrounding equal rights still today, women might be inclined to believe that we have come a long way, which in some areas, we might have. However, in many other circumstances...

114 Years Ago: Checotah Enquirer • April 3, 1908 HELD FOR TRIAL The courtroom in Justice Aud’s court was crowded to the doors Tuesday when the case of the state of Oklahoma against Lee Elrick and Jame...

We call them our “fur babies” but they are more like our “fur children.” Whether it’s a dog, cat, horse, cow, goat, pot-bellied pig, guinea pig, hamster, gerbil, whatever - many of us become doting pa...

Ake, Roger M. Albright, Austin Michael Allen, Edmond Monte Allen, Justin Lee Almeida, Louis Ernest III Anderson, Gary Don Anderson, Teddy Bruce Arnold, Charles Wayne Bahe, Mandy Gail Baker, Jerry Beal...

Ronald Reagan once said, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them...

The filing period for elected offices at the county, state, and federal levels is one week away. While we will have some interesting choices for various offices, I would recommend not believing the me...

President Biden has officially submitted his budget request to Congress for Fiscal Year 2023. It should come as a surprise to no one that it consists of more reckless spending that will further exacer...

When I rely too heavily on one news source too long, I tend to see everything in life through my Cable News Goggles, and it’s terrifying! Regardless of which “lens” I choose, I walk away wondering if ...

It seems as if over the past several weeks the main questions my students have is about the Ukraine. This nation is rich in history even if, unfortunately, much of it has been conflict. Writing about ...

This is my favorite time of the year! The winter weather is finally starting to move on, outdoor activities ramp up, and I get to cultivate hot peppers and other vegetables in my garden. While I love ...

have had several sisters from other mothers but I have one particular sister from another mother who is simply my favorite sister-in-law in the whole world. Her name is Shauna Lynn (Basham) Belyeu. Ma...

This week was a deadline week, so we worked late into the night multiple days in a row to discuss and debate legislation. Thursday was our last day to pass bills out of their chamber of origin, which...

We’ve all gotten those calls about our extended vehicle warranty expiring or action needed on our non-existent student loan. Some spam calls, however, have an even more threatening tone, scaring peopl...

Every March, America recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of women throughout history. Among these figures are pioneers, scientists, politicians, and often athletes. Now, it seems our country...