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‘Jumping the Shark’ as bad in politics as on TV

‘Jumping the Shark’ as bad in politics as on TV

Growing up as a child in the 1970s, I enjoyed my fair share of television shows. One of my favorites was “Happy Days,” celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. 07/04/2024 05:00 AM

Drug education, prevention programs help local communities

Drug education, prevention programs help local communities

It seems as if every community, big or small, has been impacted by the problems associated with substance use and drug overdose. Within these communities, these problems extend into the family unit, with people becoming addicted and dying because of drugs. 07/04/2024 05:00 AM

Rotary Club helping retire worn out flags

Rotary Club helping retire worn out flags

Many people proudly display the American flag at their home or business. It is a symbol of glory, honor, sacrifice and freedom. 06/27/2024 05:00 AM

Bringing light to a dark chapter in history

Bringing light to a dark chapter in history

From the mid-seventeenth century till the early twentieth century, Indian boarding schools were used as a tool to assimilate Native American children away from their rich culture. Yet, for far too long, the history, policies and devastating impacts of these schools have been unknown. As an enrolled member of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma and the longest serving Native American in the House of Representatives, it is not lost on me the duty I have to educate and spread awareness about Indian boarding schools and other tribal issues. 06/27/2024 05:00 AM

City smoke testing to look for sewer leaks

City smoke testing to look for sewer leaks

Sewer smoke testing has been underway this week in Newcastle. On Monday, the Newcastle Public Works Department began the testing and they’ll continue tests from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each business day through Tuesday July 2. 06/27/2024 05:00 AM

Fighting for those who fight for us

Fighting for those who fight for us

S ince the founding of our great nation, patriotic men and women have selflessly chosen to serve our country as a part of the Armed Forces. These brave men and women are deserving of all our respect and appreciation, and we must make it a priority of ours in Congress to fight for the service members who fight for us. 06/20/2024 05:00 AM

Phonics push a quiet win of session

Phonics push a quiet win of session

For years, teachers’ unions and even officials at state colleges of education have resisted efforts to improve reading instruction in Oklahoma public schools. That’s why this year’s passage of legislation focused on reading instruction is such a significant victory. 06/20/2024 05:00 AM

Law & order this legislative session

Law & order this legislative session

The state Legislature’s recently concluded 2024 session was a productive one for public safety in Oklahoma. I appreciate the work of our lawmakers to prioritize law and order and to strengthen the ability of law enforcement agencies and prosecutors to hold criminals accountable. 06/20/2024 05:00 AM

Women don’t need a ‘Bill of Rights’ to define gender; we need policies to improve outcomes

Women don’t need a ‘Bill of Rights’ to define gender; we need policies to improve outcomes

Idon’t need our government to tell me that I’m a woman. 06/13/2024 05:00 AM

2024 election seems to provide many wrong choices for women

2024 election seems to provide many wrong choices for women

Many women felt the 2023 movie “Barbie” highlighted the many contradictions we face. The powerful monologue by America Ferrera’s character in that movie was one of the most talkedabout scenes from the film. 06/13/2024 05:00 AM

Public safety is legislation topic

Public safety is legislation topic

Two weeks ago, the Legislature adjourned sine die, meaning this year’s four-month legislative session was over. This was my fourth regular legislative session and my most successful one yet. 06/13/2024 05:00 AM