The War on common sense
OSSAA provides case-in-point of legalism trumping common sense – > Consider this observation. An increase in the number of laws, policies, rules and procedures produces…
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Two projects near completion for District 2
In District 2, much hard work has been put into two major projects over the last few months, and we are glad to report that…
Chamber Chat: Cookout, blood drive and fashion show
The Street Kings Motor Club invites you to their End of Summer Cookout, October 19 at 5 p.m. at the Beacon Drive-In, 2404 S. Division….
Update from County Commissioner Mark Sharpton
I believe Logan County and the City of Guthrie are starting a mutually beneficial relationship. The city has a need for some “boom mowing” and…
Ask Dr. Anna: Guthrie vet clinic lets the cat out of the bag about vaccines?
For all columns with Dr. Anna visit her blog here. This is the seventh part of a Guthrie vet wants to take you on a journey. Every…
Government Board Meetings of the Future
I recently received an assistance request from an individual worried about an impending action by a state agency. He was afraid they were about to…
Chamber Chat: Shred day and block party in downtown
Charles Keller a local artist from Crescent was interviewed several months ago and his story will be aired on OETA’s Gallery this month. Episodes usually air…
Enrollment numbers continues to rise for Guthrie schools
The latest numbers are in and the growth I’ve been talking about in our school district continues at a steady pace. On September 6 of…
Staring down the federal government; and winning
I have developed a healthy fear of crisis policy making. Crisis policy making occurs when politicians attempt to avert a purported crisis by approving a…
Ask Dr. Anna: Don’t gamble with your dog’s health
For all columns with Dr. Anna visit her blog here. Every wonder what all those initials (DHLPP, FVRCP) meant at the veterinary clinic when you go to get…
222% increase in 10 years
A few weeks ago I asked the Oklahoma Department of Transportation if they had a record of all of the Logan County Projects associated with…
Chamber Chat: Guthrie Escape coming this weekend
We’ve got another big weekend ahead of us! You will see thousands of people in town from Thursday to Sunday. The Bluegrass Festival begins Thursday…
Ask Dr. Anna: Guthrie vets reveals … Vaccines!
For all columns with Dr. Anna visit her blog here. This is the fifth part of a Guthrie vet wants to take you on a…
Chamber Chat: 3,082 wristbands sold for downtown festival
Hello! I have some numbers in from the Gentlemen of the Road Stopover Tour; Three thousand eighty-two wristbands were sold to get into the downtown area….
The 5:40 Waterloo Road Flash Mob
Many readers will instantly know the subject matter of this report simply by reading the title. These readers are part of the flash mob which…
Thwarting the laws of the market
It doesn’t take a new business owner long to realize the importance of a general liability insurance policy. The excitement over his first client may…
Ask Dr. Anna: Guthrie veterinary clinic discusses annual testing
For all columns with Dr. Anna visit her blog here. Annual blood testing is an important part of your pet’s annual exam. A Guthrie veterinary clinic…
Chamber Chat: YMCA brings in new director
Get your kiddies ready! FREE car seat inspection September 20, 2013 at the Guthrie Fire Department, 209 E. Springer Ave. Car seats are available for…
Another win for Oklahoma entrepreneurs
Readers of these articles are likely familiar with my optimism about Oklahoma’s future. Much of Oklahoma government contains a new wave of policy makers dedicated…
Budget fouled up
This has been a busy month so far. For the last couple of months county officers have been dealing with the county budget. Unlike the…