Why the Governor must veto the State budget – Part 2
Imagine the perplexity felt by the average Oklahoman. For the past four months, he has heard news story after news story detailing the state’s looming…
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Pet emergency essentials needed for natural disasters
It’s just as important to plan for your pet’s safety and care in the event of an emergency as food and love. Dr. Anna Coffin…
District 2: Rain! Rain! Rain!
In District 2 it has been another record buster for every May since rainfall was first ever recorded.
District 1: Crews to begin clean up following record rainfall
April showers are supposed to bring May flowers, not floods. But flooding is what we have been experiencing all over our County, and yes we…
Chamber Chat: Farmer’s Market to begin June 6 with new location
I hope this article finds you well and you are having a good Memorial Weekend. Congressman Lucas will be spending some time in Guthrie this…
Why the governor must veto the proposed state budget
Local officials are struggling to deal with the millions in damages upon roads as a result of this weekend’s unprecedented rain and flooding. It’s ironic…
Flea treatment: Benefits of oral flea treatments
Fleas have been around for thousands of years. Until recently, topical products were the treatment of choice. We now have a great arsenal of effective…
Chamber Chat: Cast your vote for local business
Greetings! Graduation was last week and school will be out this week. If you have any students old enough to work there are are few…
Voting no on the American Indian Museum debt proposal
A few days ago, a prominent Oklahoma City official seemed to express a confusion which is likely shared by most Oklahomans.
District 1: Needed rain has led to runoff and erosion issues
As you may imagine with the rain we have been blessed to receive the last few weeks we have been very busy with high water…
7 steps to dog bite prevention & responsible dog ownership
In our society, where dogs are such a huge part of our lives, we hear stories every day of people who are bitten by family…
District 2: Projects likely to be extended years into the future
A meeting with ODOT at the BoCC meeting Friday, May 15, will go over the county’s priorities on the CIRB 5-year plan. At this time…
James Long: Live better, live outdoors
When your mom told you to turn off the TV and play outdoors, she knew what she was talking about. Being outside is good for…
FFA hosting annual banquet; “Future Stars” coming to the Lazy E
The See Spot Run is this Saturday, May 16 in the downtown area. The year’s event is changing the start time to 6:00pm in an…
Dog training tips: The power of positive reinforcement
Training your dog is one of the most important things you can do with and for your canine companion. Positive reinforcement training can help to…
I feel like collateral damage in a war zone!
I recently received an encouraging email that brought back memories from my time as a city councilman. This email came from a group that petitioned…
Dist. 2 Update: Logan County’s population up 10.4 percent in the last five years
The Senate and House Appropriations Committees and representatives of the Governor are hammering out a budget as I write this (See Wednesday’s Special Update). What…
A tailored approach to economic development
Whether it’s through the school’s career training programs, customized business and industry training or entrepreneurial assistance, Meridian is committed to providing a tailored approach that…
Never, ever retaliate
In the middle of April 2014, I finished my work for the day at the House of Representatives and drove to the Cedar Ridge neighborhood…
John Wood: What are we doing to our students and teachers?
While I have served Guthrie on city council for six years, this is my first column for the Guthrie News Page. I’m compelled to write…