Guide to modern living Many of us over 40, WAY over 40 or hovering near 40 are quite confused about how we should present ourselves. We’re unsure about the kind of image we are projecting and whether or not we are correct as we try to conform to current fashions.

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HOLDENVILLE— Dale Turner, a dedicated educator and community leader, was recently honored at the Hughes County Livestock Show for his years of service to the Holdenville community and its students. His contributions to agricultural education, leadership development, and vocational training have left an enduring impact on Hughes County and beyond.

Denise Brown has officially filed as a candidate for the Holdenville City Council Ward 2 election, set to take place on April 1, 2025. With extensive experience in public service and a deep commitment to the community, Brown is eager to bring her expertise to the city council.

Red Hat Ladies monthly luncheon was held March 8th at Sam’s Southern Eatery in Ada. Traci Ring was hostess she decorated the tables with a St. Patty’s theme. The table runner with Shamrocks was covered with Ferraro Rocher chocolates and Shamrocks. Each guest was treated to a green Leprechaun boot filled with chocolates and a pin to wear on St Patrick’s so we won’t get a pinch.

The Oklahoma State Department of Education has released their Oklahoma School Report Cards for the 2023-24 school year. The information comes from testing done in the spring of 2024. According to www.schoolreportcards.ok.gov, report card measures serve as indicators of how public schools are serving students in a variety of areas. Measured at different points, indicators work together to provide a snapshot of school performance.

“Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I’m not so sure about the universe.” Albert Einstein Being the news junkie that I am, I found myself watching some of the Senate hearings last week, dumbfounded by the assortment of muttonheads in Congress. It reminded me of a concept that is worth writing about. It is called the Dunning- Kruger Effect. There is a good story here.

MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA – The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that five members of a drug conspiracy were sentenced for federal crimes arising from the distribution of methamphetamine in the Holdenville area.

Holdenville Lions Club had their regular meeting at Boom a Rang Diner on 2-4-25. After the opening flag salute and invocation, the minutes were read and approved. Treasurer Lion Steve Enos gave a report that the Potato Bar fundrais-er grossed approximately $2,675 for our service projects. He stated he still has bills to pay for the use of the cafeteria and the ads in the newspaper. The treasurer’s report was then approved. New Lion Mike Lindley gave a short program regarding some new classes available at Wes Watkins Technology Center for adult students.