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OSU Extension has tips for safe use of pesticides

OSU Extension has tips for safe use of pesticides

Yard and garden work is in full swing at this time, so now would be a good time to discuss safe handling of pesticides. 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

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

Cole announces Military Academy Nominees

Cole announces Military Academy Nominees

Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) recently announced the names of nine high school students from Oklahoma’s Fourth District that he has nominated for entry into one of our nation’s prestigious military academies. One of the students is a Newcastle High School graduate. 06/20/2024 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

Intensive review helps nursing students become confident test-takers

Intensive review helps nursing students become confident test-takers

In the journey towards becoming a licensed practical nurse (LPN), conquering the PN-NCLEX exam is a pivotal milestone. Recognizing the importance of thorough preparation, Mid-America Technology Center realized this and hired Gina Doyle, a renowned NCLEX reviewer, to conduct a rigorous three-day intensive training program at Mid-America Technology Center. 06/20/2024 05:00 AM

Impact Luncheon to showcase non-profits

Impact Luncheon to showcase non-profits

The next Newcastle Chamber of Commerce luncheon will be from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 25 at the Newcastle Community Center. This month’s topic is nonprofit entities. 06/20/2024 05:00 AM

Roma Collene Hill

Roma Collene Hill

Roma Collene Hill died in comfort and peace on her 91st birthday, Saturday, June 8, 2024. 06/20/2024 05:00 AM

Wanda Merle Keen

Wanda Merle Keen

Wanda Merle (Pamplin) Keen, age 91, of Newcastle, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The daughter of John Ivan and Hazel Estelle Oleta (Moore) Pamplin, Wanda was born April 1, 1933, in Bradley, Oklahoma Wanda graduated from Capitol Hill High School and married Charley Alexander Keen, Jr. in 1952. They moved to Newcastle, Oklahoma, with their five children in 1970. Wanda worked as a secretary at an insurance company for a while, but also owned and operated a feed store that she and Charley opened together, as well as served as Vice President of Keen Construction Company, that they owned. The profession that she enjoyed the most was that of homemaker. After Charley passed away in 1991, Wanda married Harry Ussery in 1995 until his passing in 2001. 06/20/2024 05:00 AM

Let’s see how long I can get

Let’s see how long I can get

Let’s see how long I can get 06/13/2024 05:00 AM

Republican HD-20, Senate 43 seats on the ballot for Tuesday

Republican HD-20, Senate 43 seats on the ballot for Tuesday

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