The shared, growing feeling of helplessness
From time to time I give a presentation to area civic and political groups regarding legislative events. I have found that the greatest value from…
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Canine Good Citizen Stages 7 & 8 | Ask Dr. Anna Blog
We’re getting close to the end of our series on the Canine Good Citizen test. This week, Stefani Fortney takes you through stages 7 and…
Another mile of new asphalt on Waterloo Road
Another mile of well-traveled roadway reopens this week with new life and a new asphalt surface on Waterloo road from SH 74 (Portland) West to…
Chamber Chat: Six questions for your business
Dominate with kindness, smiles and hard work this week!
OU stadium renovation project demonstrates need for reform
In a 2007 committee hearing, legislators received an important report containing cost-saving recommendations. One notable recommendation suggested that “tremendous ongoing savings” would be realized if…
The member driven State budget Part II
Last week I provided a copy of a letter which I wrote to legislators in 2014 regarding the need for budget reform. In that letter…
The Heartbreaking Reality Of Pet Rescue | Ask Dr. Anna
Stefani Fortney usually writes posts about dog training or pet grooming. Today, I’m taking a detour down a different path. For years, I’ve been involved…
District 1 Update: Coltrane project rolling on schedule for 2018
Mother Nature may sometimes disappoint but she is never boring.
Chamber Chat: We have to support our schools
Hope your week is a super duper successful one!
My case for budget reform as made to fellow lawmakers
As I composed last week’s article regarding the need for a reform of the state budget process, I recalled a letter in which I made…
Will Guthrie city officials take away ambulance service from Langston in an effort to increase property taxes?
Earlier this year, Guthrie City Officials and County Commission Chairman Pearson initiated an effort which will have far reaching consequence on the lives and safety…
District 2 Update: Road project continue; town hall meeting set
Logan County citizens with unwanted furniture, appliances and junk can use the District 2 roll off dumpster instead of dumping in the creek or on…
Examples of the abuse of your taxpayer dollar
Think about the means by which a business prepares its budget. Each business unit submits its operational plans and budget for the next year to…
Cat Anxiety: 8 Things You’re Doing That Stresses Your Cat Out
Don’t you wish you had the life of your cat? If you asked your cat, they might tell you differently. I know it’s hard to…
No student has the right to impede the education of another student
It is hard as a parent or educator to see the recent tragedies that have unfolded in France or even closer to home in Stillwater…
Chamber Chat: Cash mob at new restaurant
CASH MOB AT STACY’S PLACE
Giving up the authority over the State budget
It was 2007 and House Speaker Lance Cargill’s call to me occurred a few weeks following the start of my first legislative session. As a…
#BootTheScoot On Dog Anal Glands | Ask Dr. Anna Blog
Dog anal glands are a frequent reason for pets to visit their veterinarian. Anal gland problems are a real pain in the behind for the…
The impending State budget deficit
It’s a state budget shortfall which some believe could run as high as one billion dollars. Despite this large number, next year’s budget downtown could…
Chamber Chat: Promote your business via the Chamber website
Do Great Things Today! I want to hit on 5 things real quick: We will be doing monthly roundtables to accomplish 3 things: 1. Learn…