Columns/Opinions

FAIL OR SUCCEED, BUT LET THEM CHOOSE

Andy And Renie Bowman Special To The Beacon

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

You have seen it, surely. The tomboy mom who somehow gave birth to a princess daughter who despises the dirty outdoors, but loves makeup, and high fashion. Leaving the mother to wonder if two babies got swapped in the hospital. Confusing stuff sometimes. Andy was a farm boy.

Dogs, rabbits, and chickens, oh my! More to a garden than just its plants.

Charla Ingram From The Ground Up

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

There is more to my gardens than just plants. My animal family is also a part of my gardens. In the front yard by my house, I have 3 dogs.

Do you think you like surprises? ...so did he!

Andy And Renie Bowman Special To The Beacon

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Life can be a lot like Gomer Pyles’ favorite saying - “Surprise, surprise, surprise!” When you are coasting along, never expecting the unusual, it happens.

Magical mushrooms: more important than you realize

Charla Ingram From The Ground Up

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

I am always a fan of documentaries about nature and anything plant related. Recently I stumbled upon ‘Fantastic Fungi’ on Netflix. This film directed by Louie Schwartzberg is a must watch for all of my gardening friends that want to know more about the benefits of fungi and mushrooms.

Reader letters to the Beacon: We want to hear from you!

News Staff

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Dear Editor; It appears that the ‘virus’ is still alive among us. It also looks like the control freaks · may be heading us for another lock-down. They might even really believe that it could work next time. I’d like to tell a bit about our own experience with the first lockdown.

THE REAR VIEW MIRROR

News Staff

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

10 YEARS AGO On the week of August 17, 2011 the Washita Heights school board agreed to auction off their old school buildings, excluding the baseball field, concession stand, and garage. The 2011 Washita County Free Fair began, bringing in townspeople of all ages.

THE REAR VIEW MIRROR

News Staff

Thursday, August 5, 2021

10 YEARS AGO On the week of August 10, 2011, fires destroyed two old landmark buildings, damaged two homes, burned 2500 acres of land, and threatened the rest of Colony. Air tankers called in from Abilene, Texas, helped fight the fire along with firefighters from at least 12 communities.

Carefree walkers are not always compatible

Andy And Renie Bowman Special To The Beacon

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

A daily two-mile walk is an excellent thing for many of us. Nothing like fresh air, exercise, and an invigorating conversation with your walking buddy. Those four thousand + steps can clear your thinking, give you more energy, and actually change your mood for the better.

REVIEW YOUR IRA, 401(k) BENEFICIARIES

Provided By Phil Kliewer, Edward Jones Investments

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

I f you’ve had an IRA and a 401(k) for many years, you may occasionally ask yourself some questions: “Am I contributing enough?” “Am I still funding these accounts with the right mix of investments for my goals and risk tolerance?

A variety of trees are suitable for Western Oklahoma soils

Charla Ingram From The Ground Up

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

There are hundreds of beautiful trees that grow well in Oklahoma. For our region and soil make-up, the trees that we plant need to be able to withstand our summer heat and prefer neutral alkalinity and ph.

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