It’s a busy time of year, with high school sports transitioning from winter to spring and the Legislature in session. Top left, North Rock Creek basketball coach Evan Smith broke into a big smile with nine seconds to play and the Cougars ahead by nine points against Anadarko Saturday night in the state qualifying game. NRC earned its first-ever berth in the state tournament and plays Crossings Christian School Wednesday at 1:30 in the Big House. Photo/Brian Blansett. Above left, defending state champion pole vaulter Drew Clovis from Stroud cleared 12 feet, 6 inches - a personal best - at the season-opening track meet at Luther. Photo/Mario Holland. Above right, Laryssa Nunn of Chandler served as a page in the Legislature for state Rep. Kevin Wallace of Wellston.