As some of you that may read this letter are probably government paid employees, I assume that most of you know how the government operates. For those of you who don’t know, then this will be a quick ...

After a bill passed by the Legislature in 2019 became law, nearly 400 miles of rural interstates in Oklahoma will see increased speed limits. At their Aug. 3 meeting, the Oklahoma Transportation Commi...

Sometimes we need to be reminded that life is precious. So many events that happened this week made me realize just how precious life is and that we can’t take it for granted. We have to stop and enjo...

In regards to Checotah postponing events in light of the pandemic, I have just a few thoughts. I have been following the OSDH data for most of the duration of this situation of pandemic we find oursel...

Lawlessness is running rampant in cities across our country, inflicting more pain on communities already suffering from the COVID-19 pandemic. This past weekend, 59 police officers were injured during...

With everything going on in this world today, it’s nearly impossible to not worry or fret about what tomorrow holds. A COVID-19 pandemic across the world. Peaceful protest over racial injustices turni...

Two weeks ago, the House Speaker shared the list of approved interim studies, which will begin this week. Interim studies examine a certain policy in greater depth than we are often able to during our...

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...

1619 – The first representative assembly in America the House of Burgesses, became the first legislative assembly in America when it convened at Jamestown, Va. Composed of the governor and 21 other me...

Aug. 3 - 7 Monday, Aug. 3: Pinto beans w/ham; macaroni & cheese; seasoned cabbage; wheat bread; fresh fruit; milk Tuesday, Aug. 4: Spaghetti w/meat sauce; Italian vegetables; wheat roll; chilled fruit...

There are many sayings about revolutions, but my favorite is simply, “Revolutions are messy.” This seems to sum up the majority of the world’s revolutions, despite who wins or loses. The problem for A...

The COVID-19 pandemic has instilled fear in the hearts of many Americans. Since the pandemic began, there have been numerous mandates attempting to dictate how we must live our lives that have mostly ...

Rush, rush, rush! That’s how it feels from the moment I wake up until the half second I get to lie down and try to rest. Then a few hours later I find myself in the same vicious cycle hurrying out the...

Though a lot of Americans seem to think ”all is well” and everything should just ”get back to normal,” the biggest and craziest debates seem to be a small piece of cloth that covers your face. The wor...

There is not enough positive news in the world these days. With the constant barrage of politics and pandemic updates, it is hard to maintain an upbeat view. I am thankful that the Oklahoma Institute ...

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its tyrannical government remain a top threat not only to the United States, but the entire globe. Their hostile behavior throughout the past few months has demon...

By 1888, a tribe that had once numbered in the thousands would be reduced to about 190 surviving individuals who endured forced removal, disease, starvation and unfair land treaties. The Kaw Nation be...

Haskell has hired Curtis Waltman as the new basketball coach for the Haymakers. Waltman replaces Wes Hayes who died of heart complications in April. He has coached at Colcord for two years as head foo...

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...

Our country has been through a lot throughout the past four months. Between the COVID-19 pandemic and violence and rioting in cities across the country, it has been a trying time for everyone. Through...