TODAY
Today is the 186th day of 2022 and the 15th day of summer. TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1775, the Continental Congress adopted the Olive Branch Petition, an appeal to King George III for reconciliation between the Colonies and Great Britain.
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The First Amendment
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Learn how to make spectacular summer salads and dressings
Summer is here! Join the Champion Public Library on Monday, July 18 at 5:30 p.m. for tips on how to make spectacular salads and homemade salad dressings. Presenter Shannon Ellis will demonstrate how to make pretty and tasty salads for all taste buds. Guests who attend will get to take home a jar of special homemade salad dressing along with recipes galore. Interested guests that would like to attend are encouraged to call for registration, space is limited.
Oklahoma Guard F-16s receive fifth-generation radars
TULSA AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, OKLAHOMA – The 138th Fighter Wing is one of nine Air National Guard bases chosen to receive upgraded, fifth-generation radars for the F-16 Viper. These upgrades are part of a project known as Post Block Integration Team, which is one of the largest modernization efforts in the history of the U.S.
USDA is accepting applications for placemaking cooperative agreements to spur economic growth and community development in rural America
WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced that USDA is accepting applications for cooperative agreements to help eligible entities provide planning, training and technical assistance to foster placemaking activities in rural and Tribal communities.
OU takes 10th in LEARFIELD Directors’ Cup
NORMAN – The 2021-22 collegiate athletics season marked one of the most successful in University of Oklahoma history with a 10th-place finish in the LEARFIELD Directors’ Cup, OU’s best showing since 2012-13.
Artesian Arts Festival draws large crowd
SULPHUR, Okla. -- Thousands of art lovers descended upon downtown June 25 to experience the colorful art, scrumptious food and intriguing entertainment of the ninth annual Artesian Arts Festival.
53rd Annual Open Air Gospel Singing set for Monday
LONE GROVE - For the past several months, the Country Tabernacle Church has been gearing up for its 53rd Annual Open Air Gospel Singing. A yearly event that has been bringing people together since 1970 to celebrate the freedom of our country through music and fellowship. Pastor Darryl Howard stated, “There’s no better way to celebrate our country’s freedom than the freedom given through Christ.”
Review: A hunting trip turns deadly when a blizzard strikes
In “Outside,” four old college friends who haven’t seen each other for a year or more go hunting together on the wild moors of Iceland. When a blizzard strikes, they take refuge in a derelict cabin. Inside, they find a man with a shotgun sitting in a corner, refusing to speak a single word. As the storm rages, the four grow increasingly frightened. And gradually, they learn that maybe they aren’t such good friends after all. Associated Press reviewer Bruce DeSilva says Ragnar Jonasson, author of eight previous thrillers, does a fine job of setting the scene, developing his characters, and keeping readers in suspense.
American Perseverance
As Americans celebrate Independence Day this weekend, we are reminded of our founding ideals, particularly the enduring promise of “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” Although America’s birthday this year comes amid economic obstacles and