Bob Milford popped in for a cup the other day at the philosophy counter of the Mule Barn truck stop. Bob isn’t usually seen in town during the day, as he’s manager of the big Diamond W spread, and the...

In the early fall, my wife and I often start walking two miles a day down our road which runs along the Arkansas River. The fall air and scenic views make for a perfect way to clear our minds and get ...

Vacation huskers are hyping “Make memories now’’ These television types got me thinking about memories. Memory is most peculiar. I believe the most meaningful memories come from everyday life and not ...

“Mavis, dear, is that coffee HOT this morning?” “Sure is, Windy.” “Well then, slaver a bunch of it in a cup and flop it down here in front of a freezin’ guy, would you? Thanks, Hon.” “Freezing, Windy?...

We awakened to the news that 6 Israeli hostages had been found dead. Each had a single gunshot wound to the head. These were people abducted from a music festival and Israeli communities near the Gaza...

This sport we call deer hunting — which is now less than two months away thankfully — is ultimately about enjoying the great outdoors while minimizing the risk of harm. Bagging a big buck is thrilling...

Everyone has his own favorite spot on Lewis Creek, I guess. Some of us favor the swimming hole below Miller’s old place, with its rope swing and the kids who frolic there on hot summer days. For Doc a...

Who and what makes a difference? I think because we look for the effect of an act to be almost immediate, we miss the actual impact. Wobbling through life is not like pouring water on a fire to put it...

Green Country waterfowl hunters should be treating up for an early start to their favorite season. The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation has announced the dates for the state’s special earl...

Four years ago now. Yep, four years ago we lost Max Evans. I sure did, anyway. That old cowboy, artist, writer, bar brawler and two-fisted philosopher meant a lot to a lot of people and not just his w...

Over recent months I have written several lines about the importance of local historical societies. I believe preserving history is a generational job. As we age, we become the custodians of history. ...

Looking around at all the yard signs and hearing politicians tell us on television what a lying crook their competition is, I have to admit I miss Guv Reeve. Guv had a real first name, but I sure don’...

With August winding down, hunters in Green Country are gearing up for a beloved tradition — the opening of dove season Sept. 1. It marks the unofficial start of fall hunting and offers a perfect oppor...

Richard Given is a friend. There was a time in Tulsa we were close but that was before life took its bites. Richard now resides in Manhattan, NYC, not Kansas, and has for several years now. Thanks to ...

“Waal,” said Windy, stirring his coffee. “I hate to do this here, but I’m afeerd a whole bunch of it’s Doc’s fault.” This announcement coincided with Doc coming to join us at the counter here at the M...

The Muskogee Civic Center was buzzing last Saturday night when men and boys throughout the community gathered for the highly anticipated annual “Beast Feast” event. Put on by BOOM Outdoors and New Com...

It seems to me that school is beginning earlier and earlier. Didn’t we begin classes just after Labor Day? I know for certain in 1953 the Stigler Panthers home opener against the Poteau Pirates was Fr...

When the world is hot and my skin is fried, scratching from the constant dry, let the clouds boil up – boil up high. And then shade the earth with the darkening sky and bring the secrets and the smell...

The summer heat is here for the next few weeks, but my mind is already wandering towards crisp, autumn mornings and the start of deer season. If you’re anything like me, and you’re looking to hone you...

As I have mentioned over the years, television has become a primary source of entertainment for my generation. Maybe it begam as a scientific novelty and emerged as a source of information and enterta...