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Interim study requests underway

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Interim study requests underway

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Between legislative sessions, we hold interim studies to evaluate issues affecting Oklahomans.I have requested two myself, which will look into issues affecting our agricultural producers and public schools.

Treatment of meniscal tears should be customized

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Treatment of meniscal tears should be customized

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: I'd like information about meniscus tears. I am a 59-yearold active woman, and I just tore my meniscus in two places. I also have osteoarthritis. I'm told that surgery is no longer recommended. Is this correct? What can be done?

Wondering how to end partner’s second chance

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Wondering how to end partner’s second chance

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: I got together with my ex after being apart for nearly 30 years. We had two good years together, but then he went back to his old ways. He started lying and not following through on promises. It is so sad and disappointing, but I feel like I have given him every chance I could.

Non-voters could hold the key

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Non-voters could hold the key

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Here is one key to the 2024 election: Americans who don't vote. Or at least those who don't vote for a major candidate.Recent presidential contests have been extremely close.

September sunshine takes me back to childhood

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September sunshine takes me back to childhood

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

He was sitting outside his home on a tiny patio, wearing a fedora and smoking a cigar. He had a portable music player sitting beside him, and he looked as if he was enjoying the September sunshine about as much as anyone could.'Good afternoon!' I said as I passed. 'Good afternoon!' he agreed.

Phone game addict looks for way to stop

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Phone game addict looks for way to stop

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: I started playing games on my phone during the pandemic, and I realized today that I am totally hooked. That may seem childish, but more importantly, it is expensive. These games lure you in, and the next thing you know, you are spending money to buy more chances to do something.

Link between sleep meds and dementia

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Link between sleep meds and dementia

Saturday, September 23, 2023

Dear Doctors: I am a 57-year-old man, and ever since the pandemic started, I have had trouble getting enough sleep. I sometimes use a sleep medication, and it has been helpful. But I've been reading that using sleep meds can increase your risk of developing dementia.Is this true?

Friend notices cracks in host’s marriage

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Friend notices cracks in host’s marriage

Saturday, September 23, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: A longtime friend came to visit me and my family this summer. We had a nice visit.As I was driving my friend home at the end of his visit, he commented in a bythe- way fashion on what he observed about my interactions with my wife.

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TODAY IN HISTORY

Saturday, September 23, 2023

Today is the 266th day of 2023 and the first day of autumn.In 1806, Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery returned to St. Louis from its exploration venture to the Pacific coast.In 1845, the New York Knickerbockers baseball club was founded.

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

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

Saturday, September 23, 2023

• Southwest Playhouse in Clinton’s cast of “A Bad Year For Tomatoes!” included Bob Leinau, Michael Connelly, Bill Larue, Nadine Lange, Sharon Hull, Natalie Ferrell and Johnette Seigler.