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Sen. Howard will study new Medicaid plan

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Sen. Howard will study new Medicaid plan

Saturday, February 15, 2020

I’m excited to work with his administration again this year. Gov. Stitt has a vision of where he wants the state to be but unlike most politicians, he’s set incremental goals to achieve top 10 status.

Blind date begins love story that has lasted for 55 years

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Blind date begins love story that has lasted for 55 years

Friday, February 14, 2020

DEAR ABBY: I met my lady on a blind date many years ago. When I knocked on the door, it opened and this beautiful girl was standing there. Thinking I could never be so lucky, I asked, “Is your sister home?” No. She was my date. We dated for a few months, fell in love and got married.

Balancing exercises key to preventing falls as we age

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Balancing exercises key to preventing falls as we age

Friday, February 14, 2020

Dear Doctor: I’m just about to turn 60, which – from what I’ve read – is when balance begins to become an issue. What can I do to stay steady on my feet? Dear Reader: Although good balance is important to all of us who face the world on two legs, it’s particularly vital to our well-being as we age.

Parent upset school dwells on racism

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Parent upset school dwells on racism

Friday, February 14, 2020

EAR HARRIETTE: Seemingly out of the blue, they are reading lots of books about race at my son’s school. Seriously, they have read three books back-to-back about racial injustice. While I think it is important for the kids to learn about these topics, it is making us uncomfortable.

Niece suspects elderly aunt is being isolated by her son

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Niece suspects elderly aunt is being isolated by her son

Thursday, February 13, 2020

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have an elderly (90-plus) aunt who lives with her son in a town about four hours away. She corresponds by letter with us regularly, and we always write back.

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What to do when tire pressure light comes on

Thursday, February 13, 2020

It’ll happen to every driver and likely at the most inopportune moment — like when you’re running late, on a family road trip or commuting to work. A familiar light will flick on in your car’s dashboard.

Stitt: Oklahoma’s biggest challenge is planning, not the economy

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Stitt: Oklahoma’s biggest challenge is planning, not the economy

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Gov. Kevin Stitt used his second State of the State speech to urge lawmakers to continue his effort to transform state government and turn Oklahoma into a “top ten state.”

Mom fears teen dating drama will lead to principal’s office

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Mom fears teen dating drama will lead to principal’s office

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

DEAR ABBY: I’ve got a new one for you. My beautiful 16-year-old daughter was interested in a boy her age from school. He was interested in her, too. He told her he wanted to date her, but that he is “polyamorous” and would be dating many girls simultaneously.

Nps and pas makes difference in rural communities

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Nps and pas makes difference in rural communities

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Hello, dear readers, and (yes, it’s mid-February) happy 2020. We hope the new year is treating you well. You’ve filled our mailbox with some very interesting questions and quandaries, including how to follow through on New Year’s resolutions.

Terminally ill friend still living it up

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Terminally ill friend still living it up

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

DEAR HARRIETTE: One of my best friends has terminal cancer. He has tried everything to heal himself, which is actually a lot because he has money. He has traveled all over the world trying to find a doctor or therapy that will help him, but nothing is working. Now, it seems like he is slowing down.