Rocks and things
Rocks and things By LEON YOUNGBLOOD My friend Jules visited after a 10-year hiatus. The fellow is worth a few lines. I’ve known Jules for over 40 years, now, and…
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Itches, aches and pains
Itches, aches and pains By LEON YOUNGBLOOD “I hate summer here,” my friend Clem Clemmons said. “I thought I’d pay you a visit before it got too hot. It’s not…
The stork’s visit
The stork’s visit By LEON YOUNGBLOOD (The young father who related this story affirmed its truthfulness; however, it’s probably a good idea to suspend disbelief it you’re reading it.)
Live music, weather and tomatoes
Live music, weather and tomatoes By Terry Joe Wiles I had the best visit with a gentleman on a bench waiting for my number to be called inside at…
Beaver darns
Beaver darns By LEON YOUNGBLOOD I am impressed by the volumes of knowledge a person can gain by simple observation. Slopping around in a swamp with son Mason, for example,…
Color me neutral
Color me neutral By CRAIG HALL As I have mentioned before, two things one should avoid writing about in a fine place like this and in the general public, is…
Senate review 6-13-2024
Senate review 6-13-2024 By Sen. GEORGE BURNS As we recently adjourned Sine Die, marking the end of the 2024 regular legislative session, I find it essential to take a moment…
Back again
Back again By TERRY JOE WILES I’m back in the saddle again I have been covered up with prayers and well wishes and offers of help from friends far and…
Recap of bills signed into law
Recap of bills signed into law By Rep. RICK WEST This was a busy legislative session. Ultimately we sent 483 measures to the governor for his consideration of signing them…
Guess how I vote
Guess how I vote By LEON YOUNGBLOOD I like Rick West, the Oklahoma State Representative from District 3. I like him even more after meeting him last June 9 at…