Please allow me to begin by saying I am not totally for nor am I totally against medical marijuana in Oklahoma. Rather, I hope to point out some inconsistencies I have seen in regard to this “medicine.”

Thursday, Sept. 24, 1970 Cordell quiet; no crime, fire “ It sure has been peaceful around Cordell these last few weeks.

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Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) will host its 2020-21 academic year Family Day (formerly known as Parents Day) and Homecoming during the Spring 2021 semester due to ongoing restrictions in place related to the outbreak and spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Two Washita County farmers who raise cotton say weather has been a significant factor in this year’s crop. They will begin harvesting their crop sometime in October.

This male Catahoula Aussie Mix was picked up by Union Hatchett Cemetery / E 1110 Rd near Bessie, OK around late July - early August. Very well mannered, intelligent, loves playing fetch & playing in the water. Age not known, but guessing elderly due to the look of his teeth. If this is your dog he is missing you! Please contact Meghan at 580 660 0249 for pickup (if not claimed, he will go up for adoption.)

A couple years ago I had back surgery. I had to take a couple weeks leave from work to recover physically from the life-improving procedure and to shake the effects the anesthesia had on my brain. The following is the first piece I wrote after the surgery. I share this to inspire; I think this particular piece offers hope and encourages resilience in tough times: