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What can I give to graduates?
Q: I am a first-year senior English teacher and have received several graduation announcements, and I fear more. I can’t possibly afford to buy these graduates gifts, even though I love each and every one of them. How can I handle this ...

May 31, 2013
Discipline suggestions for 3-year-old
Q: My 3-year-old started preschool three days a week about two months ago. He did great. However, this week he began being defiant and not following directions. Then he kicked, screamed, and spit at his teachers. He was sent to the ...

May 31, 2013
Help available for tornado victims
We are recognizing Keith Riggins as the volunteer of the week. Keith has been helping veterans to receive the VA benefits that they are eligible for the last five years. His wife Aegeda supports him as he makes the trip to Goldsby each ...

May 29, 2013
Simple TV remotes designed for seniors
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some easy-to-use television remote controls for seniors? I got my 74-year-old mother a new HDTV for her birthday, but the remote control is very confusing for her to operate....

May 28, 2013
What more can we do?
Oklahoma Watch invited Nancy Mathis, a Tahlequah native and author of a book on the deadly 1999 tornado in Moore, to offer thoughts about Monday’s tornado that struck the city. Mathis’ 2007 book, “Storm Warning: The Story of a Killer ...

May 26, 2013
Marriages
The following marriage licenses recently were filed in Cleveland County District Court: Deanna Rae McNutt, 47, and Solomon Lemley Jr., 46 Magen Marie Gilleland, 22, and Allex Michael Gustin, 20 Andrea Rochelle Marsh, 27, ...

May 26, 2013
Divorces
The following divorces recently were granted in Cleveland County District Court: Bradley, Tyler Houston vs. Rhonda Ranae Baker, Martha Abagale vs. Joseph Ryan Selvidge, Lacy Marie vs. Randy Smith, Wynema Carol vs. Raymond Lee Price, Craig ...

May 26, 2013
Blessed beyond belief
When my husband and I decided we were adult enough to buy a house we looked at four potential new homes. We had every intention of living in Norman since that is where we had previously lived and we both work here....

May 26, 2013
Food Safety should be a concern during a power outage
Oklahomans are very aware that tornado season is here. Tornados or strong winds can hit any time of the day or night. Even if your neighborhood is not in the path of the storm, it is possible you will be without electricity for several ...

May 26, 2013
It’s tough to grow up, but it’s worth it
Q: I have a daughter taking classes for high school credit, and I don’t understand this concept. Can you explain what she and I should be keeping track of to ensure she graduates on time? — Allen, Norman Dear Allen, What a perfect ...

May 24, 2013
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