Opinion

Time to Deal with National Debt is Now

Our national debt stands at $31.5 trillion (with a T). Unfortunately, our debt has rapidly increased under Democratic and Republican leaders. Now, another debt ceiling debate is looming in our nation.

Oklahoma Energy Should be a Model for the Nation

Oklahoma, as your senator I am committed to bringing our state’s innovative, lowcost all-of-the-above energy solutions to the forefront of energy policy in America. Oklahoma has proven its ability to provide affordable, reliable energy solutions to our nation.

Oklahoma Investments Skyrocket on Bloomberg

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma State Treasurer Todd Russ’ office recently completed a transition from a bond trading platform to the Bloomberg Trading Terminal.. “I am excited to have my office completely transitioned from an antiquated trading platform to Bloomberg.

A Bubble Off Plumb

What happened to the Oklahoma I used to know? The people were tough, resourceful, resilient. They worked tirelessly to do the right thing even when it was hard. They lived through the Depression, the Dust Bowl, Prohibition and the Tulsa riots.

A Bubble Off Plumb

I love Oklahoma. So much that our family has moved away four times and back five times. It is just where our hearts belong. But I don’t always love the weather.

Earworms and Chicken Eggs

Have you ever gotten a tune stuck in your head that you just can't shake no matter how hard you try? I think it's called an earworm although I'm not sure why unless it's because it's partially derived from the German word “Ohrwurm.

A Letter from the Geary Public Library

Greetings from the Geary Public Library, Did you know that literacy begins in the home? National Story Telling Week runs Jan. 30 – Feb. 6. It’s a good time to start a story time at home or come to the library to select books to read to your family.

SENIOR CENTER NEWS

EWS Hi everyone! I hope your week was good. This last week was a good one for me, no doctor’s appointments. But I’m starting this week with a visit to the periodontist. That’s not fun. Oh, well. I had a chance to work at the center last Friday. It was a good day.

A Bubble Off Plumb

These lingering winter days are tough on me, and, I think, a lot of other folks. A few sunny, warmish days and we are sure spring is on the way. We want to get our hands in the dirt, plant flowers and gardens, spruce up the yard, you name it.

Jech Expects Busy Legislative Season

Jech Speaks to Upcoming Session Sen. Darcy Jech of Oklahoma’s district 26, which includes Blaine County, was at the state capitol last week, preparing for the opening of the 58th legislative session in February.