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This file photo shows drought conditions at Canton Lake in 2013. The lake and the ongoing drought issues are bound to be part of the discussion of the Oklahoma Statewide Water Plan. Those plans are set to be examined at a series of public meetings around the state through the fall. Photo from the USGS

This file photo shows drought conditions at Canton Lake in 2013. The lake and the ongoing drought issues are bound to be part of the discussion of the Oklahoma Statewide Water Plan. Those plans are set to be examined at a series of public meetings around the state through the fall. Photo from the USGS

Public Meetings Set on Statewide Water Plan

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Water Resources Board is hosting a series of in-person and virtual meetings with water industry professionals and the public on the development of the Oklahoma Comprehensive Water Plan (OCWP).
Local Man Wins Mine Safety Award

Local Man Wins Mine Safety Award

Local Man Wins Mine Safety Award

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Bret Christensen, who operates a mine southwest of Greenfield, was named the winner of the 2023 Oklahoma Department of Mines Safety Award. Christensen is affiliated with -C- Farms LLC and manages and operates the mine daily.

Retired Educators Begin School Year Meetings

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
The Caddo County retired educators will hold its first meeting of the new school year on Monday, September 11. The agenda for the month will be information concerning legal and end of life preparations.

Dove Season Opens Sept. 1

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Traditionally the first opportunity to venture afield for hunters in the fall, dove season is enticing for many reasons. The weather is usually warm, if not hot. Camouflage or elaborate concealment isn’t entirely necessary. The bag limit is liberal. The wing-shooting action can be fast and furious.

Free Hunting Days Coming Up

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
The first full weekend of September is traditionally Free Hunting Days in Oklahoma. On these two days, Oklahoma residents may participate in open hunting seasons without the requirement to have a state hunting license.

Veterans Affairs Announces New Director

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
(OKLAHOMA CITY) – The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs and the Oklahoma Veterans Commission announced Tuesday morning that Rear Admiral, USN (Ret) Greg Slavonic has been named as the agency Executive Director.

A New Season...Of Doctor’s Appointments

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Can fall please get here a little quicker? I hate hot weather. I hate sunburns. I hate sweating. And I strongly dislike summer. Why couldn't I have been born somewhere where it never gets hotter than the 70s and we get a fall that lasts longer than a blink?
RexAnn and Zac Brack are purchasing both City Pharmacy and Swann Pharmacy and will run the businesses from a single location

RexAnn and Zac Brack are purchasing both City Pharmacy and Swann Pharmacy and will run the businesses from a single location

Brack Family Will Own, Operate Pharmacies as One

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Two Watonga pharmacies – Swann Pharmacy and City Pharmacy – are changing ownership. Mark Kourt previously owned the two businesses, along with Thomas and Canton drug stores. He has agreed to sell the Watonga businesses to longtime employees Zac and Rexann Brack.
A Bubble Off Plumb

A Bubble Off Plumb

A Bubble Off Plumb

News Staff
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
This time of year, I want to chuck everything in the back of the pickup and head to the high country.
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