Opinion

Thanksgiving is much more than a big meal with family and friends. It’s a time to reflect on, and be thankful for, all of the good things you have.

To the Editor:

Our community is still reeling from the heartbreaking loss of Sgt. Duran, a true hero who gave his life protecting us. In response to this tragedy, we are coming together to create a Memorial Mural that will honor his sacrifice and the dedication of all our local law enforcement officers.

This mural will serve as a place of healing and remembrance for Officer Duran, his family and the entire community.

The first Saturday in November means everyone can have an abundant meal in El Reno. 

At the start of the 2025-26 academic year at Redlands Community College, I introduced our campus theme: “Leading by Example.”

This theme reflects our belief that education is about far more than textbooks and lectures. It is about putting our values into action, both on campus and throughout our broader community.

Recent stories should alarm all Oklahomans. And hopefully, wake us up to demand our elected leaders take a common sense approach to addressing critical issues.  

For decades, supposed “experts” have claimed the United States must curtail and eventually eliminate the use of fossil fuels, or we will face an ever-growing number of climate-change-related deaths.

The way you treat others offers a window into the type of person you are. Your interaction with people, whose job it is to serve you, reflects on your character and offers a glimpse into the way they will react to you.

October is Clergy Appreciation Month, and the second Sunday in October (Oct. 12) is Pastor Appreciation Day.

Many people pushing for California-style primaries argue that fundamentally changing our voting system would moderate politics in Oklahoma. That not only begs the question of whether moderating politics would be a positive for Oklahoma, but it also isn’t true.

A look at the two states that have already adopted open primaries is illustrative.

If you’re reading this, thank your local newspaper. It exists because your local community supports and values the importance of community news. 

We live in a world of rapid-fire information. Algorithms decide what pops up on your feed, and the news you’re served often isn’t news at all.

People are feeling the weight of digital fatigue and it shows.