Commissioner Doak: Sharing for the summer? Know your insurance risks
By John D. Doak Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Nearly 75 percent of Americans will take a vacation this summer. Many of us will use a ride-sharing…
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Rep. Murphey: Opportunities provided by current legislative malaise
Last week I wrote of the impending new legislative leadership. These new leaders will take office in the House and Senate in November.
Obedience basics: Building a foundation of focus
If you’re anything like me, bringing a new dog or puppy into your life and home awakens childhood fantasies of having a bond with your…
Superintendent: Guthrie’s greatest cheerleaders
During the summer months, I often try to complete projects that I wanted to do during the school year but couldn’t find the time necessary. …
Adult dog socialization: Two tips for safety and success
Adult dog socialization can be a very tricky process. In an ideal world, every dog would be properly socialized as a puppy-taking each pups personality…
Rep. Murphey: Why I voted no so many times this year
Readers may have noticed my sparsest of references to the recently concluded legislative session. During the recent month I have given the events of this…
Rep. Murphey – Legislators should avoid policy bills next year
In recent years I have been a part of an ongoing effort to repeal state laws. The most recent round of these repealers will be…
Ask Dr. Anna: Adding a feline to your home: Cat vs. kitten
Too often cuteness plays the governing factor in choosing whether to get an adult cat or a kitten, but it really should be a decision…
Ask Dr. Anna: Poisonous snakes and pets
Dog and cats are curious creatures and often get themselves into trouble by sticking their nose where it doesn’t belong. As the weather begins to…
Senator Griffin: Disappointed voters in the primary election
Following the recent primary election I have fielded numerous calls and messages from voters disappointed they were not eligible to vote in an election they…
Rep. Murphey: The misuse of great power
I have enjoyed the opportunity to observe the leadership of five different Speakers of the House. I have attempted to learn all I can about…
Commissioner Doak: Top 4 claims to avoid on the 4th of July
By John D. Doak, Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner For most Oklahomans, July 4th means family, friends, food and fireworks. The Independence Day celebration allows us to…
Rep. Murphey: Encouraging the practice of debate
I wrote an article in 2011 about a new, disturbing trend of political correctness which I strongly believed presented a real danger to the ability…
Ask Dr. Anna: No pull leash might be the answer
Who cares if your dog can heal on a leash? Most people just want their dog to not pull on the leash like a crazy…
Rep. Murphey: The Electoral College survives for one more presidential election
Like the many before it, this year’s Presidential election will be held in accordance with the constitutional principles of states’ rights as represented by the…
Ask Dr. Anna: Service dogs: More than a pet
ABCDT In a world where our pets are becoming more integrated into our everyday lives, some people have taken advantage of necessarily vague Americans with Disabilities…
Column: Keep it running, keep it reliable
Did you know that 60 percent of equipment failures come from improper lubrication management? If you’re farming then you spend a lot of time with…
Rep. Murphey: Aggressive government is not better government
During the past few weeks, legislators made numerous efforts to scrounge up extra cash for the government by eliminating tax deductions, increasing fees, and stepping…
Ask Dr. Anna: The one thing I hate more than euthanizing a pet
There are so many great things about being a veterinarian, but just like any other job, there is a down side. I hear so many…
District 2 Update: Paving projects scheduled to begin this week
Road paving is getting underway as we get past the spring rains. Weather delays have occurred for our contracted paving projects. More rain could delay…