Life is full of storms that we must weather every day. However, how we choose to steward our own storms makes all the difference in the world. From the day we are born the storms of life begin to rage...

Thanksgiving has a long history in the United States, but throughout the years the meaning of the day has remained the same: a day to give thanks for all the blessings in our lives. In the fall of 162...

Oklahoma made national news last week as state Department of Health gave schools an option to “in school quarantine” (ISQ) students that are “potentially exposed” to COVID-19; at least one school dist...

Going to bed on election night it looked as if President Trump might win the election. But as the mail-in votes started being counted the next day, Trump’s lead slipped away in many important swing st...

Eufaula artist Jon Tiger recently received the Spirit of Oklahoma Award at the Five Civilized Tribes Museum’s 47th annual Masters Art Show in Muskogee. The show runs through Nov. 30. Tiger was given ...

Thanksgiving is hands down my favorite holiday and it’s not just because of all the delicious food we eat. I love this time of year because it’s a time to reflect on everything we have to be thankful ...

From now through Dec., 7, individuals and families are encouraged to sign up for a free box of food to be given away from Dec. 19-21, by God’s Helping Hands. Register from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday, W...

COVID-19 may become known as the Grinch who Stole Christmas. The annual toy drive was canceled this year because of the virus so donations of new, unwrapped toys and cash are way down, which means nee...

With all the political, racial and economic tension happening around us, there is so much turmoil in the world right now. However, when you look at what God has given us, we are really still a blessed...

On Thanksgiving, I think everyone should serve up a side of thankfulness to go with their turkey dinner. What better time to offer up a thankful prayer to the one who created us and has kept us throug...

Graduate candidates will take to the stage Dec. 11 and 12 as Northeastern State University holds fall 2020 Commencement ceremonies in the NSU Event Center on the Tahlequah campus. On Dec. 11, the Coll...

It’s always a good time to learn how to manage backyard chickens at Oklahoma State University Extension. And not just chickens - OSU Extension’s newly redesigned catalog of selfpaced, online courses a...

The family of Jim Hart would like to thank everyone for their kindness and prayers during this difficult time. It was greatly appreciated. Helen Hart & Family

Why in the world do I open my mouth before I even begin to think? Do I open my mouth just so I can insert my foot? Many times I believe so. How do get from grievous words to gracious words? Whether it...

When we talk about education and appropriations, many Oklahomans think we’re only talking about K-12 schools. This week, I’d like to break down state education funding in the budget and the various ag...

“In this historic election.” How many times have you heard this over the past two weeks? In truth, there are some historic elements. This election had the greatest number of votes cast in history. Is ...

On Wednesday, I had the pleasure of taking the oath of office to serve as your State Representative for House District 15 for the second time. Due to ongoing construction at the Capitol and social di...

Each year, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA), the statewide voice for Oklahoma’s children in shaping better policies through our governmental systems, holds an annual conference to disc...

They called it the “Indian problem.” The white settlers wanted more land, and the tribes held rich acreages. Removing tribes from the Southeast was more than just an idea by the time Andrew Jackson wa...

If you know an Oklahoma citizen 100 years of age or older and would like to honor them (at no cost) with a biography, an award certificate and a Golden Okie Pin, contact Gloria Helmuth at 918-510-0150...