Ask Dr. Anna: Adopt a shelter cat; make a friend for life
Let’s assume you have realized that a cat is the way to go. You know all about how independent they can be, how they are…
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Rep. Murphey: Voting no on the State budget
Recent legislative efforts for new taxation, coupled with the expansion of the Legislature’s own appropriated budget, remind me of a presentation I gave several years…
Murphey: Tax proposals expose growing transparency problem
Last week I described the new tax plan brought forward by leaders of the House of Representatives. Their plan would have created a services tax….
Ask Dr. Anna: Dog allergies
May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, and Dr. Anna Coffin always treats more cases of dog allergies this time of year. Unlike people, who…
Murphey: The immorality of new taxation
Over the past few days Oklahomans have been rightly alarmed by the late session, last minute tax increase attempts. This includes a tax increase proposal…
Dog bite prevention: responsible ownership for safe, happy dogs
May 15-21 is National Dog Bite Prevention week. While it’s great that there’s a month dedicated to the education of the general population on how…
District 2 Update: Storm debris and road projects
On the Monday night of April 26, a tornado caused devastation across the far SE corner of Road District 2. Entering the county at Waterloo…
Senate Minutes with Senator AJ Griffin
We’re in the final weeks of the legislative session, and although there are a few policy bills still awaiting final action, for the most part,…
Murphey: Smoke, mirrors, the politics of fear and tax increases
I detest the politics of fear. I especially dislike those practices which leverage the fears of society’s most vulnerable. The fears are leveraged for the…
Ask Dr. Anna: How to find the right pet insurance plan
The quality of veterinary care has never been better. Advancements in diagnostics, medications and treatment technologies have enabled veterinarians to provide amazing care. However, these…
Action needed now to reduce Oklahoma’s leading cause of preventable death
By Governor Mary Fallin Special to Guthrie News Page Improving the health of Oklahomans has been a continuing goal of my administration.
Murphey: Governor signs earthquake bill
House Bill 3158 has now been signed into law by the Governor. Undoubtedly one of the most important proposals of this legislative session, it seeks…
Murphey: How to review state finances
Every so often, I field this question from those who are interested in state government: “How can I see the state finances?”
Ask Dr. Anna: The 3 D’s of dog training
Over the past two decades, dog training techniques have gone through quite a period of flux. As scientific and psychological knowledge has increased, the methods…
Common Core and budget mistakes make the case for transparency reform
As you read my article last week, I suspect you were rather horrified to realize the enormity of the Legislature’s mistake; they provided the scantest…
Pet first aid: they have an app for that
Do you know the early warning signs of a pet emergency? Do you know what to do if you have a pet emergency? Do you…
District 2 Update: Water tower to be dismantled, reconstructed
Many new businesses are moving to Logan County. – The new Tractor Supply has broken ground at College and Heather, just north of the Sleep…
Superintendent: “Perfect storm” for our district from a financial standpoint
In January, in this column and through district email, I described the financial problems ahead for not only our district but also the state. On…
Did the State adopt common core — again
I am receiving numerous emails regarding the state’s recent action to adopt new English and math standards for common education. The writers are specifically concerned…
Commissioner Doak: A tool for retirement: Is an annuity right for you?
By John D. Doak Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Each day about 10,000 Baby Boomers enter their retirement years. There are many retirement communities in Florida for…