Despite recent beneficial rains, drought is on the rise once again in Oklahoma. Northwest and east-central sections of Oklahoma saw drought...

March nineteenth marked the official first day of spring this year. Of course, this is Oklahoma so winter may not be on the calendar, but we know...

Happy Easter! Growing up, being raised in church, I often took the meaning of the Easter holiday for granted. Bunnies, egg hunts and candy filled...

Reading instruction is receiving lawmakers’ attention this year. That’s good news because Oklahoma has much ground to make up. In 2011, lawmakers strengthened the state’s...

Our public schools provide an array of opportunities for students to become good citizens, from student government to civics education. In fact, America recently celebrated...

Today is National Medal of Honor Day – a special day set aside to honor those who have been awarded the Medal of Honor, our nation’s highest military decoration. National...

In the heart of spring, as Oklahoma gardens begin to burst with life, April emerges as the prime time to plant one of the most cherished perennial vegetables: asparagus....

I have never been a fan of daylight savings time. Whether falling back or springing forward, my internal clock gets disoriented and for me, when...

Wildfires tore through northwestern Oklahoma in late February, propelled by severe winds gusting to over 60 mph, relative humidity values in the...

Planting potatoes in your home garden in Oklahoma is a rewarding experience that yields delicious results. With an ideal planting window from March 9 to 24, you have the...

As the frost begins to thaw and the days gradually lengthen, the eager Oklahoma gardener's thoughts turn to the promise of a spring garden, bursting with the vibrant hues...

Ask any parent or guardian and one of the top priorities they have for their student is safety. Of course, this is a major focus for district staff...

Self-care is a holistic approach to well-being that emphasizes the importance of nurturing both our physical and mental health to radiate inner beauty and vitality. It's...

Opponents of deference to parents often believe parents cannot be trusted to raise their own children. The latest proof comes in two bills filed at the Oklahoma...

Since 1895 Marlow's Cumberland Presbyterian Church has had only male ministers. That was a fact - until the arrival of Paster Terra Sisco. For...