DEAR ABBY: I was with my ex-fiancé for 13 years. Not long after he broke up with me, I found myself going to meet him at a hotel. We have been seeing each other regularly, once a week at least. We go ...

Here it is, that special time of year again. Andy Williams says in song “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” In another song, he tells us “It’s the holiday season ... the Christmas snow is whit...

Gaspar sat atop the beast, his body swaying with its rolling gait. Memories stirred. He savored such occasions when he could without interruption review his past, his station in life, his good fortune...

As we approach Christmas and the other holidays celebrated during this time of year, many will have joyous moments, while others will endure sadness. I want to extend heartfelt appreciation to the non...

Oklahoma 4-H’ers interested in a career in veterinary science should mark their calendars for the third-annual 4-H Vet Science Short Course slated May 28-29, 2025, in Stillwater. Geared toward high sc...

DEAR ABBY: Several members of my husband’s family let us down badly by not attending our daughter’s wedding. They had various work and other family obligations near the date of our event. “Save the Da...

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married 10 years and in a relationship for 20. I just found out that for more than a year he has been lying about working. He pretended he had a parttime contract...

The deadline for submission of ideas for the upcoming legislative session was Friday, December 6, and lawmakers were turning in their concepts for bills up to the final moment. The Oklahoma Institute ...

An Okmulgee truck driver for Basey Feed and Grain Company was held up by two unidentified men who robbed him of $55. The incident occurred when the men entered his truck, forced him to drive about 10 ...

DEAR ABBY: I have been with the same man for three years, and we have been engaged for a year. I love him with all my heart, but I just learned through a phone call that he has been fooling around wit...

This time of year is very difficult for many people. It’s Christmas time and hurricane season. A time when storms rage, winds blow and which causes fear and dread from those in its path. People on the...

“So, Terry, I have a question about the name of this church.” ISM member Terry had pulled into the Believers Church parking lot to show his new friend the place where he typically worshipped on Sunday...

I watched an episode of “Deal or No Deal” this morning on TV. I’ve never really wanted to be on a game show, even though Connie and I tried out for one years ago (The Newly Wed Game). Someone sent our...

The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) recently recognized 10 champions for children in various categories with awards. Each of these individuals or organizations has done tremendous work to...

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have a beautiful soon-to-be 2- year-old daughter. Before her birth, my parents and his all were eagerly awaiting her arrival and discussing their plans for what life as new...

A joint meeting of dairymen, landowners and farm renters took place in the American Legion room of the Council House. The main agenda was to promote greater milk production and establish a better mark...

Music and rhythm find their way into the secret places of the soul.* Strings ‘n Things - The name caught on from the start. Laid back but purposeful, informal but structured, Strings ‘n Things soon be...

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been with my husband for 10 years. For a long time, I didn’t decorate our house because I didn’t want to spend the money. But for the last few years, I’ve spent many hours poring over ...

Okmulgee resident Kathy Barton has taken a proactive approach to addressing the growing cat population in downtown Okmulgee. Through her dedication, she has raised hundreds of dollars in donations fro...

DEAR ABBY: I have had a falling out with my sister over her 13-year-old son, my nephew. He is generally a happy child, with everything a boy could want in moderation. My sister is separated from his f...