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Shame on us (and the U.S.)
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Shame on us (and the U.S.)
September 9, 2021
The White House boasts that the pullout of Afghanistan ended America’s longest war. I believe the United States just launched the biggest war in history – a war against its own citizens. They claim th...
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A day to honor those who labor
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A day to honor those who labor
September 9, 2021
Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday ...
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Letters to the EDITOR
September 9, 2021
Dear Editor As I’m fond of saying these days, Yokelhoma’s fascist state and congressional representatives are like any other state’s reps: they’re reflections of the people who vote them in. So when M...
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Investing in everything but infrastructure
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Investing in everything but infrastructure
September 9, 2021
There’s no denying the infrastructure needs of our district. Whether it’s driving to work, getting kids to school, or stopping by the grocery store on the way home - Oklahomans are reminded daily that...
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Health & Wellness Center opens in Poteau
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Health & Wellness Center opens in Poteau
September 9, 2021
On Tuesday morning (Aug. 31), I had the privilege of being the keynote speaker at a dedication ceremony for the new health and wellness center in Poteau. I spoke about what I believe are the two bigge...
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Texanna Lady Crafters
September 2, 2021
Well, we start another month for 2021. We held our business meeting on July 16 with Becky leading the meeting with our pledge to the flag and Ms. Becki Roe doing our prayer. Claudia read minutes. Lisa...
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Oklahoma schools cannot manage a pandemic
September 2, 2021
When state or federal entities create impossible situations due to unfunded mandates, unpredictability, or conflicting laws, public schools have always managed to figure things out. Inevitably, the ce...
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Another Democrat power grab
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Another Democrat power grab
September 2, 2021
Democrats in Washington will do just about anything to keep themselves in power, including federalizing our election system. H.R. 4, which the House passed this week, is an unprecedented power grab. I...
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But what is grief, if not love persevering?
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But what is grief, if not love persevering?
September 2, 2021
Over this past weekend, two celebrations of life for two longtime friends were held. Both individuals, though very different in their paths and views, had the hearts of servants. They each had a stron...
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House interim studies begin
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House interim studies begin
September 2, 2021
The committee meeting for my interim study has been finalized. It will take place before the House Public Safety Committee on Monday, Sept. 13 with a revised start time of 9 a.m. I spoke earlier this ...
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The election of 1856 redo
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The election of 1856 redo
September 2, 2021
Instead of writing an entire new article, I want to recycle one I wrote back in January of 2019 but make some minor changes. Back then I was writing about the upcoming election and comparing it to the...
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Created for connection
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Created for connection
September 2, 2021
Even with all the COVID-19 quarantines and the fear of the unknown that seems to plague our world today, we were still created for connection. Plain and simple, we need each other to stay happy and he...
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The blood is on President Biden?s hands
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The blood is on President Biden?s hands
August 26, 2021
On August 15, the capital of Afghanistan fell to the Taliban following the near-total withdrawal of American troops. The fall of Kabul represents a complete and utter failure by President Biden and hi...
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The Fall of Kabul
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The Fall of Kabul
August 26, 2021
If you were to stop a Roman around the year 117 A.D. and ask about the future of the empire, he/she would probably boast that they were the greatest empire in the history of the world, and the Roman E...
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Managing my emotions
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Managing my emotions
August 26, 2021
Managing my emotions has truly become quite the challenge with everything going on in the present world. Never before have I seen such chaos from our communities to the White House. In 2020 we had onl...
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Interim study scheduled
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Interim study scheduled
August 26, 2021
My interim study, which will examine the correlation between the availability of mental health services and the number of mental health crises law enforcement responds to, has been scheduled for Sept....
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Henderson: do not spare children the difficult conversations
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Henderson: do not spare children the difficult conversations
August 19, 2021
The highlight of the 2021 Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy Heroes Ball came from the powerful message delivered by Dr. George Henderson. If you are not familiar with this man, he is regarded as o...
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America first, not America last
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America first, not America last
August 19, 2021
Americans are paying more for just about everything thanks to President Biden’s out-of-control spending and disastrous policies. Look no further than what it costs to fill up your gas tank. The nation...
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OSU research has potential to save cattle industry millions
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OSU research has potential to save cattle industry millions
August 19, 2021
Oklahoma State University molecular biologists recently received a grant worth nearly $500,000 from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture for research that has the potential of saving the cat...
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Enjoy the little things
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Enjoy the little things
August 19, 2021
As I get older I know now to stop and enjoy the little things along the journey. My last child left for college in 2015 after he graduated from Eufaula High School. I can remember him marching in the ...
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Tressie turns 100
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Tressie turns 100
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
April 30, 2026
Tressie Dan turned 100 years old on Monday, April 27, 2026 and was honored with a Citation of Celebration from the State of Oklahoma by Representative Tim Turner, House District 15, and Senator Bryan ...
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Josh Emerson named 2026 Master Agronomist Award recipient
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Josh Emerson named 2026 Master Agronomist Award recipient
April 30, 2026
Josh Emerson was recently named the 2026 Master Agronomist Award recipient by the OSU Dept. of Plant and Soil Sciences. The “Master Agronomist” award was initiated in 1947 as a means of recognizing in...
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Eastman announces candidate for Corporation Commission
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Eastman announces candidate for Corporation Commission
April 30, 2026
My name is Rhonda Sutton Eastman, and I would like to announce that I am a Democratic Candidate for the open seat on the Corporation Commission. I was born in Tulsa, grew up in Leflore County, and gra...
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Annual Spring Citywide Yard Sale May 9
April 30, 2026
The City of Checotah will be hosting its annual Spring Citywide Yard Sale on Saturday, May 9. If you would like to be a part of the citywide yard sale you can text your address or text and ask for a f...
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Upcoming Senior Events to Remember
April 30, 2026
April 29 - Senior Signing Day at Myrtle Frost Event Center at 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. April 30 - Spring Band Concert at Performing Art Center at 6 p.m. May 4 - Scholarship Assembly Night at Performing Art ...
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