Oklahoma’s Jim Inhofe confirms he is resigning U.S. Senate

(AP) — Oklahoma's U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe, the ranking Republican on the Senate Armed Services Committee, says he will step down before his six-year term is up and that he is "absolutely" at peace with the decision.In an interview published Friday by The Oklahoman, the 87-year-old Inhofe said he and...

Attacks from within seen as a growing threat to U.S. elections

(AP) –Election officials preparing for this year's midterms have yet another security concern to add to an already long list that includes death threats, disinformation, ransomware and cyberattacks – threats from within.In a handful of states, authorities are investigating whether local officials...

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 50 YEARS AGO

30 YEARS AGO● Peppy Clinton Middle School cheerleaders, under the sponsorship of Pam Sauer, had been cheering on the CMS Whirlwinds basketball team.

Respecting, appreciating police

It is good to live in a town where law enforcement officers are respected and appreciated.Unlike places that are defunding their police departments, we understand that criminals are the problem and not the police.

Texas is learning from Oklahoma

When it comes to marijuana policy, Texas has gone slow, far too slow for some.But the pace is just right. Each step toward legalization should be modest and deliberate. Effects should be studied. Tradeoffs need examination.

Lichen planus can affect skin or mucosal tissue

Dear Doctors: I'm being treated for lichen planus, which has manifested in my gums. I've never heard of it before and would be grateful for additional information.

Son’s girlfriend mocks family’s faith

DEAR HARRIETTE: I grew up Christian, and I've raised my kids Christian; my dad is even a pastor, so we've lived a really faith-based life. My son introduced me to his new girlfriend a few months ago, and today the topic of faith came up.

Simple answers can be hard to accept

Sherlock Holmes fans love a locked-door mystery, so it was inevitable that the accidental death of TV comic Bob Saget in a Florida hotel room would get people buzzing.

A colossal bust in American history

Fifty years ago this week, he cried. Or maybe it was just the snow melting across his face. What happened that day on Amherst Street doesn't matter now.

COVID-19 Vaccine does not alter genetic makeup

Hello, dear readers, and welcome to a bonus letters column devoted to your ongoing questions about the coronavirus and its vaccines and boosters.