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Western Oklahoma faces devastating wheat crop

STILLWATER, Okla. – On the western side of Oklahoma, early cotton acre establishment is in question, and winter wheat outcome looks devastating, according to Gary Strickland, Jackson County director and southwest regional agronomist for Oklahoma State University Extension.

Richard Gere helps Carnegie Hall raise money for Ukraine

NEW YORK (AP) — Actor Richard Gere hosted a benefit concert for Ukraine at Carnegie Hall that raised $360,000 for Direct Relief, a humanitarian organization providing medical aid. Soprano Angel Blue, mezzo-sopranos Denyce Graves and Isabel Leonard, pianist Evgeny Kissin, violinists Midori and Itzhak Perlman, Tony Award-winner Adrienne Warren, singer Michael Feinstein, jazz vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant, mandolinist Chris Thile and Broadway actress Jessica Vosk were among the performers Monday night during a program whose themes included prayer and dreams.

TODAY

Today is the 146th day of 2022 and the 68th day of spring. TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1865, the last Confederate forces fighting the Civil War surrendered in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Edmunds compares Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Cadillac Escalade

Jeep has come out with a new threerow large SUV, the Grand Wagoneer. It dusts off a nameplate not used since the early 1990s and stands as the brand’s most expensive and luxurious model. Immense power, impressive technology and a premium cabin are the highlights rather than Jeep’s typical trail-busting capabilities.

This refreshing airline amenity is making a comeback

For those among us who like a tipple after takeoff, consider this a sign that the world is healing: Many airlines are resuming in-flight meals and alcohol service. Early on in the pandemic, many airlines completely cut in-flight refreshment offerings (aside from perhaps a hasty water bottle delivery).

Stephen Salvador

Stephen Salvador, 56, of Marietta passed away on May 23, 2022. Services will be held at the Thackerville Community Church at a later date.

Arlie Paul Blount

Arlie Paul Blount, 80, of Ardmore, OK passed away on May 23, 2022 at Integris Baptist Medical in Oklahoma City, OK. His journey in life began in Ardmore, OK on May 5, 1942, one of 13 children born to Rosemary (Heron) and Leslie Arlie Blount.