Reader enjoys column

I thoroughly enjoyed Penny Carpenter’s column on travel to Hawaii.Hopefully more columns on world travel will continue.Diane Cashero, ClintonSend letters to the editor to the Clinton Daily News, 522 Avant Ave., Clinton, OK 73601 or to cdnews@swbell.net.

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 40 YEARS AGO

30 YEARS AGO• Clinton teachers from the high school, Sally Hutcheson and Marie Pool, obtained a spectrophotometer for their science classes thanks to a donation from Clinton Regional Hospital.

Once again, Christmas is changing – world without end

There was a time, long ago, when it was easy to pinpoint the beginning and end of the 'Christmas season.'In cultures linked to centuries of Christian tradition, the feast of Christmas — the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ or Christ Mass — was on Dec.

New guide aims to help houses of worship protect themselves

WASHINGTON (AP) — A new guide from the Department of Homeland Security released Wednesday aims to help churches, synagogues, mosques and other houses of worship protect themselves at a time of heightened tensions in faith-based communities across the country.

Transparency is always welcome

Yes, there are people who want to know “how the sausage is made.” And they especially want to know if someone is trying to stuff said sausage casing with something not typically associated with typical sausage ingredients.

Would Liz Cheney run for president?

Why would former Rep.Liz Cheney run for president? Is she nuts?Is she trying to sell a book? Why would a Republican whose last election was losing a state primary by 37 points think she should now seek the highest office in the land?

Teammate body-shames volleyball player

DEAR HARRIETTE: I'm a member of an intramural volleyball team, and recently I've been facing some disrespectful comments from one of my teammates. They have been body-shaming me for my weight and making remarks about my appearance that have started to affect my confidence on and off the court.

Even children can be diagnosed with hypertension

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: My nephew is 12 years old and was diagnosed with hypertension. I was surprised because I didn't realize this could be a problem for kids his age. I don't remember having my blood pressure checked as a kid. What information do you have about this?

DO JUST ONE THING

While placing heavy drapes over windows is a surefire way to keep your home cozy during the winter months, it also blocks sunlight from entering your home. An alternative idea that helps insulate and let sunlight in is to use stick-on window film over your windows.

Husband doesn’t support spouse after injury

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am clumsy.This time I tripped and fell when walking home. I injured my leg badly and will need surgery. That's a bummer, but my problem is that my husband writes off whatever happens to me as me being a hypochondriac. He is horrible when it comes to patient support.