Support the arts

I was an arts kid. This is a well established fact at this point.I did theatre. Joined the dance team. Tried out choir. I was even in band for two years in junior high.

Letter to the Editor

I am honored to introduce myself to the community as your new Postmaster. My name is Michael Fesler, and I am very excited to begin this journey serving the residents and businesses of Wellston, Oklahoma.To this role, I bring well-rounded Postal Service experience and a desire to serve.

The paddle story

All of my siblings and I grew up with a fear of the paddle. Granted, none of us save Trey - really got it that much. I remember as a very young child, just Mom saying, “I’m going to get the paddle” would be enough to strike the fear of God in me, and I wouldn’t step out of line.

My mother and the arts

Ifyouhaven’tguessed by now -- after a grand total of two columns since becoming editor I feel incredibly blessed that I grew up with the family I did. All of them.

My mother and the cows

I didn’t grow up on a farm, though we were out in the country. We didn’t have animals outside of our dogs, and at one point, some guinea fowl and chickens (another story altogether). But that didn’t mean we could escape the occasional cattle drive with Papa and MarMar.

The world’s greatest grandparents

I have the world’s greatest grandparents.Yes, I know. I’m sure a lot of people think that. And I’m sure they’re correct. Grandparents, by nature, tend to be pretty cool people. But I am so very grateful that the universe brought me Lee Roy and Linda Kalka.You see, I was born Emily Shook.

Kudos to Mr. and Mrs. Stitt

It was easy to overlook the couple sitting in lawn chairs to watch the high jump competition at the Tiger Classic track meet in Stroud Saturday.

Town Talk

Community events and activities this week include F.B.C. Kids Wednesday March 11th 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. First Baptist Church 302 West 4th Street; Stroud Community Clothing Ministry Thursday March 12th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Letter to the editor

To the Editor: I was involved in a domestic violence case, and to my surprise, my OIDS attorney never once asked me what my side of the story was. In fact, I didn’t even speak to the investigator on my case until four months in jail.

Town Talk

The Kendrick Cemetery Association is holding their annual meeting this Sunday, February 15th at 2:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Kendrick Town Hall. All interested parties are encouraged to attend.The Oklahoma Humanities Book Club is returning to the Stroud Library.