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Red River Crops Conference set for Jan. 17-18 in Altus

4 months ago By News Staff

Conference provides producers from Texas, Oklahoma latest updates on cotton, summer crops The 11th annual Red River Crops Conference for producers in southwestern Oklahoma and the Texas Rolling Plains regions will be held on Jan. 17-18 in Altus.

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First military conscription bill heard in House of Commons

4 months ago By Kathleen Guill

On this Jan. 5, 1916, British Prime Minister Herbert Asquith introduced the first military conscription bill in his country’s history to the House of Commons. World War I, or the Great War as it was known then, was heading into its third year, and Lord Horatio Herbert Kitchener, Britain’s secretary of state for war, had warned from the beginning that the war would be decided by Britain’s last 1 million men.

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Be safe during winter weather

4 months ago By Kathleen Guill

When preparing for winter weather, it’s important to remember both your home and your vehicle in those plans. Winter storms can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice and high winds.

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Achieving New Year’s career resolutions for healthcare professionals

4 months ago By News Staff

(StatePoint) The New Year is the perfect time to take stock of your career, and see how it can serve you better. Due to the healthcare worker shortage and the events of the past few years, those in this field may be feeling particularly overworked and under-appreciated in their current positions. In this climate, industry experts say that some of the most common career resolutions that people make can be achieved by pivoting to home healthcare.

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“Wait until you’re older,” proven by research to reduce Substance Use Disorder

4 months ago By News Staff

Parental advice given for ages has been supported by research findings. ‘Wait until you’re older,’ has deflated the plans of kids and teens for centuries. Now we know there’s more to it than just Dad or Mom being a buzzkill.

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Online enrollment period for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program opens

4 months ago By News Staff

Oklahoma Human Services began accepting online applications Dec. 19 for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This federally funded program helps income-eligible families with their winter heating utility bills. Applications are accepted online at OKDHSLive.org.

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Martin J. O’Malley sworn in as Commissioner of Social Security Administration

4 months ago By News Staff

Martin J. O’Malley was sworn in recently by Senator Ben Cardin as Commissioner of Social Security to a term that expires on Jan.

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Wellness tips for a new you in the New Year

4 months ago By News Staff

(StatePoint) If your list of New Year’s resolutions is a mile long, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start. Let these three essential wellness tips set you up for a successful year and give you the power, energy and determination you need to reach all your other goals.

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Shop smarter in the New Year with these tips

4 months ago By News Staff

(StatePoint) For many people, the start of a new year is an opportunity to revamp their routine and make game-changing resolutions. That’s why industry experts are offering smart shopping tips that will have you saving time, money and hassle in 2024.

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New plan

4 months ago By Weskinder

Well, do y’all have any big changes planned for this new year 2024? I could say things like I am going to make money in business. I’m gonna fix things up and straighten some other things. I’m gonna get healthy and choose a better shape. Oh yeah, and I need to help my fellow man. Wait a minute…. Hasn’t that been a part of my plan every year for the last several years? And shouldn’t I always be helping others? There seems to be a problem with all of this!

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