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IDABEL — Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has called for the immediate resignation of McCurtain County Sheriff Kevin Clardy and District 2 County Commissioner Mark Jennings, after an audio tape was discovered in which the pair were heard to be threatening the lives of McCurtain Gazette owner Bruce Willingham and his son Chris Willingham at a county commission meeting on March 6.

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The Historic St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, located in the heart of a once-thriving, predominantly black community approximately 20 miles southwest of Hugo, Okla., will celebrate its 140th church anniversary Sunday, April 23 at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be Minister Reginald Love, a former member and native of the community who now resides in Stockton, Calif.

While Jack may have gotten lucky with the magic beanstalk beans he received when he traded his cow, gardeners may not be so lucky when purchasing seeds for their gardens. Casey Hentges, host of Oklahoma State University Agriculture’s television program “Oklahoma Gardening,” has a word of caution for gardeners purchasing seeds this growing season.

Family Features –– When you’re considering upgrades for your home, earth-friendly enhancements that impact your energy usage are smart investments. Energy-saving home upgrades can offer long- and short-term advantages for the earth, your wallet and even your safety.

Family Features –– When spring arrives, days of enjoying your outdoor living space aren’t far away. Getting your yard ready for months of outdoor enjoyment will take a little work, but you’ll quickly see and appreciate the results.

Wheat harvest is two months away, and some of this year’s crop will be affected by not only drought conditions but also disease and insects. On a recent episode of SUNUP, the agriculture television show of Oklahoma State University Extension, two specialists discussed the challenges producers could face during the next couple of months.

Family Features –– After months spent largely indoors while harsh elements battered your home’s exterior, many homeowners are throwing open the windows and embracing spring’s arrival. Every home requires ongoing maintenance to ensure it’s living up to its aesthetic and functional best.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the Oklahoma Tribal Conservation Advisory Council (OTCAC) and Farm Service Agency (FSA) will partner together for a free conservation workshop on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.