Opinion

Weather Forces Deadline Extension

The ice and snow that hit much of Oklahoma last week created some challenges for us in the House, just as I'm sure it affected many in our House district. The House shut down Tuesday, forcing very full committee meetings to be rescheduled.

Ferguson Features

As mentioned in the Feb. 19 Ferguson Feature, two Black Army officers served in Western Oklahoma near, if not on the North Canadian River. They were Allen Allensworth and Henry O. Flipper. Flipper, the first Black graduate of West Point (1877), studied engineering, law and Spanish.

Unfunded Mandates Harm Pension Systems

Spending money you don’t have quickly leads to financial instability. That’s obvious to anyone who has balanced a family budget. Yet politicians appear intent on ignoring that reality.

A Bubble Off Plumb

I used to think I was not much for politics. It drove me nuts when opposing sides talked over one another on Meet the Press. They seemed just flat rude.Now I realize that one side was just wrong. No matter what side you favor, the other side is just wrong. I actually meant that as a weak joke.

Ferguson Features

Thank you to all who attended the presentation on February 4 sponsored by the Friends of the Ferguson Home. Roger Hardaway, noted author and favorite professor at Northwestern Oklahoma State University in Alva gave an interesting talk in honor of African American History Month.

A Bubble Off Plumb

With as many people who are vocal in their dissatisfaction with city government and champing at the bit to file for a seat on city council, I would have thought the overview of Municipal Government 101 would be packed to the rafters of the Foley Building.

Legislative Priorities for 2025

In advance of session, which starts Feb. 3, I've set some priorities for legislation I will be filing this year.First, will be a measure to ensure proper public notification and permitting of new renewable energy projects through the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.

A Bubble Off Plumb

Our daughter is a thief. And more than a little spoiled, but that is a different column.This is our youngest girl, but don’t think for a heartbeat that makes her the baby, even though there are 10 years between her and the Boy.Tay never allowed us to baby her.

Ferguson Features

There is a lot going on with the Friends of the Ferguson Home during the so called ‘slow season.’ Mary Larson, our treasurer, is preparing tax documents for about 100 members or donors in 2024 and these will be mailed out soon. We thank you for your generosity.

Ferguson Features

Education of women in the Territories (Oklahoma and Indian Territories) was augmented by the formation of Women’s Federated Clubs. The local club, known during the 1960s as the Mothers Self Culture Club, played an important role in the restoration of the T.B. and Elva Ferguson Home.