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New, existing businesses good for Clinton

Saturday, January 11, 2020

CLINTON DAILY NEWS EDITORIAL This week Clinton Economic Development Authority Director Roland Mower announced that Domino’s Pizza is coming here. The new pizza restaurant will be located at the 66 Curve.

Back to school, sports, learning to play violin

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Back to school, sports, learning to play violin

Saturday, January 11, 2020

My Christmas break was fun. I went to my Pappy and Mammy’s house for Christmas. We opened presents, ate snacks, and played football outside. After Christmas I went to Atlanta, Georgia, with my dad and brother. We went to the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl. The Sooners lost, but it was still fun.

Take two pills and don’t call me in the morning!

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Take two pills and don’t call me in the morning!

Saturday, January 11, 2020

The only time you see gray-haired people like me on television is in commercials that only run during the evening news.

Jech tracking key Oklahoma legislative issues

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Jech tracking key Oklahoma legislative issues

Saturday, January 11, 2020

Happy New Year! There are just a few weeks before the start of the next legislative session and many things are happening in preparation for the second session of the 57th Legislature. The Oklahoma State Board of Equalization recently met and certified its preliminary fiscal year 2021 figures.

Absence from guest list hurts old friend of groom’s mother

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Absence from guest list hurts old friend of groom’s mother

Saturday, January 11, 2020

DEAR ABBY: I have had a friend, “Kimberly,” for 52 years, ever since first grade. We went all through school together. Teachers described her as a “social butterfly.” My dad described her as a “phony.” She’s an extrovert with a nice personality and many friends.

Owning dog could be good for your health status

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Owning dog could be good for your health status

Saturday, January 11, 2020

Dear Doctor: I just heard about a study that says if you own a dog, you’ll do better after having a heart attack. Is that real, or is it an urban legend? Dear Reader: We understand your skepticism, but, yes, it’s true that researchers recently had some good health news for dog owners.

Sister’s sedentary lifestyle worries sibling

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Sister’s sedentary lifestyle worries sibling

Saturday, January 11, 2020

DEAR HARRIETTE: I went to visit my sister, who is single and retired. We talk on the phone a lot, but we haven’t spent time together for a couple of years. I was surprised to see how sedentary her life has become. Basically she sits around and watches TV all day.

Ashes have waited 30 years to be scattered over Hawaii

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Ashes have waited 30 years to be scattered over Hawaii

Friday, January 10, 2020

DEAR ABBY: Thirty years ago, a friend of my husband’s roommate passed away of AIDS and was cremated. His family had ostracized him. I have no idea who they are or where they are. The roommate left and later died, also from AIDS.

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For perfect roast, use expert tips from pros

Friday, January 10, 2020

(BPT) — Wondering what to cook for an upcoming family gathering? A beautiful beef roast is a feast for the eyes and the stomach, sure to impress guests of all ages. With a few expert tips and tricks, you’ll be sure to serve a perfectly cooked roast packed full of flavor.

Short woman tired of high-heel pain

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Short woman tired of high-heel pain

Friday, January 10, 2020

DEAR HARRIETTE: I like to wear high-heeled shoes, mainly because I am pretty short. If I wear heels, I feel like I am at least getting up to near where other girls are. I like that aspect, but sometimes my feet hurt like crazy. When my friends are chilling in sneakers, I almost always have on heels.