Influencers’ friend doesn’t want unnecessary connections

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am friends with a few social media influencers. They are my real friends, but random people I know will call me to try to get in touch with them. They want a hookup for a public appearance or an album or whatever.

Atrial fibrillation diagnosis requires cardiologist’s care

Dear Doctor: Our mom is 66 years old and has always been healthy. She was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation during her last physical. She says she feels fine, so she hasn’t followed up with her doctor. What can happen if she doesn’t get treatment?

Longevity of Clinton city managers

We are strong believers that the best way to predict the future is to look at the past. Based on statistics, we shouldn’t have been surprised that City Manager Mark Skiles and the Clinton City Council agreed to part ways.

Think about others by exercising caution

I am suffering from kidney failure, and I'm on the kidney transplant list. My wife has had cancer and we are both over 65 with weak immune systems. If one of us catches COVID-19 there is a good chance we will become seriously ill or possibly die.

My underwear is embarrassing, my nightgown has holes in it

We're at the stage where everyone is complaining about their hair. I am not complaining. As I have frequently bragged, my husband, Peter, cuts my hair, and this has continued while the beauty parlors are closed and everyone is growing increasingly cranky.

You can still be counted in 2020 Census

We’re nearing the end of the legislative session. With everything going on, the budget turned out better than expected with minimal cuts to state agencies even though we’re facing a $1.3 billion budget shortfall in the upcoming fiscal year.

OSU Extension offers great gardening resources

As Oklahoma residents continue to follow social distancing guidelines, some people are turning to gardening to help pass the time. Although the state has many seasoned gardeners, others are picking up seeds and potting soil for the first time and are getting a little dirt under their nails.

While being under quarantined I have perfected making slime.

While being under quarantined I have perfected making slime. When you are making slime you need to make sure you have everything to make fluffy or clear slime.

Every home needs a personalized first-aid kit

Dear Doctor: Now that it’s harder to see a doctor or go to the emergency room, I want to beef up our first-aid kit. What should we have on hand?

Nine definitions to improve life

A good part of last Tuesday’s city council meeting was not normal. We hope the friction at that meeting can be blamed on the tension caused by COVID-19 – but only time will tell.