Employee struggling with office distractions

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have recently transitioned into a new role that has me working in an open office layout.

TODAY IN HISTORY

In 1492, explorer Christopher Columbus’ expedition made landfall in the Bahamas.In 1892, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited by more than 12 million students in public schools for the first time, in celebration of the 400th anniversary of Columbus’ first voyage.

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

30 YEARS AGO• Band royalty crowned during the football clash between the Clinton Red Tornadoes and the Anadarko Warriors held court at the Clinton Tornado Bowl.

Time to complain or roll up sleeves

Being an optimist takes a lot of work – both on the exterior and interior. That’s because there are a tremendous amount of factors involved to help derail even the most steadfast of individuals.

A faith is on the edge of vanishing in Georgia after being exiled

GORELOVKA, Georgia (AP) — A 10-year-old boy proudly stands beside his father and listens to the monotone chanting of elderly women clad in embroidered headscarves and long colorful skirts.

Bring your pets to church, Haitian immigrant priest tells worshippers

CONCORD, N.H. (RNS) — As pet lovers gathered in a church garden here with dogs and photographs for the annual Blessing of the Animals, they were greeted with an assurance unlike any in years past.'I say: Bring your pet. Bring your dog and cat.

The best safeguard against whooping cough

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: I’ve been seeing a lot of news stories about whooping cough. Is there really another illness that we need worry about? What is whooping cough, and how do you get it? What is the treatment?I thought this was something that had pretty much gone away.

Boyfriend demands conversion for marriage

DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m at a crossroads in my relationship with my boyfriend. We’ve been together for several years, and for the most part, our relationship has been strong and loving.

When Harris’ promises come to nothing

The fundamental problem with Kamala Harris’ campaign promises is that she has served as vice president of the United States for nearly four years. All those things she is out on the campaign trail pledging to do – well, what has she been doing since Jan. 20, 2021?

DO JUST ONE THING

• While we know filtered water is good for drinking, have you thought about it for your pet goldfish? Tap water can have high levels of chlorine and ammonia, which is often used in water treatment plants. This can affect the PH levels of the water, which affects the quality of living for fish.