Happenings at Prairie Pointe

Prairie Pointe is happy to announce we have relaxed visitor restrictions. Friends and family members are welcome to come visit residents under the following guidelines: 1. Visitors will be screened by Prairie Pointe staff at the front entrance.

Played any good books lately, Part 3

This is the Forty-third article in a permanent column for Stroud Arts that appears in the Stroud American. The mission of these articles is to inform, educate and inspire you, the reader, to Make Art Happen in your life and the life of our community.

Taking a chance on a haircut

Salt and pepper strands drifted to the bathroom floor as I finished up my dad’s haircut. I’d never imagined that quarantine would lead me to cutting my dad’s hair with no more training than the couple of online tutorials I’d consumed that same afternoon.

Hearing the diagnosis

“Boys, sit down I want to talk to you.” My mom was about to tell us something that would turn our lives upside down. “I found out today that I was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called carcinoid. It’s what the doctor calls stage four… which means it’s pretty dangerous to have.

Back ache

A couple of Saturdays ago, I woke up ready to get cracking on a long to-do list. Cleaning out the garage, going to the dump, fixing the mower, mowing, digging a spot for some flowers. So I swung my legs over the side of the bed and - woah!

Finding my place in a hot car

Heat blasted my face through the open window, whipping tangles into my ponytail and vaporizing the sweat on my forehead. Digital numbers showed dark against the bright green car dash display: 97 degrees. Welcome to June in Oklahoma.

A good weekend with friends

A couple of weeks ago my wife Pat and I and little pooch Bailey journeyed down to our place at Lake Eufaula. It was the first time for us to go there for a weekend since late last October.

Updates from Meeker Town Hall

I want to thank all the Meeker residents for their continued support of all our local businesses throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Town Talk

Fundraising is continuing for new public restrooms at the pavilion. We received our latest donation from Stroud Class of 1976 alum, Brad Witty. Brad is a loyal supporter of Stroud, even though he hasn’t lived here since graduating from high school.

Played Any Good Books Lately… (Part 2)?

This is the Forty-second article in a permanent column for Stroud Arts that appears in the Stroud American. The mission of these articles is to inform, educate and inspire you, the reader, to Make Art Happen in your life and the life of our community.