The Paige Manion tournament is a softball tournament played in honor of a former Soper Schools student who passed away in 2018. After the conclusion of the tournament, her former friends and family gathered together to enjoy a game of softball in her memory. Some of the proceeds go toward paying for church camp for individuals at local churches. Aside from all the benefits of the competitive softball tournament, this allows her friends and family to take a moment to focus on what Paige loved — softball, church camp, friends, and family.

Rattan RAMS Varsity defeated Boswell 8-2 on Thursday thanks to a timely five runs in a big first inning. Rattan RAMS Varsity put the pressure on, lead by walks by Logan Smith and Ethan Clay, a single by Keegan Robertson, a fielder’s choice by Seth Springfield, and an error on a ball put in play by Jace May.

We had a lot of success in three short years, but “the cemeteries are full of people who can’t be replaced,” and with a wise decision Hugo deservedly hired Don Hillyard as head coach. He knew and loved the kids and the kids knew and loved him.

With the Easter holiday quickly approaching, individuals are likely looking forward to sweet treats, warmer weather and time spent with loved ones. As always, the Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center reminds families to take a few precautions to help ensure food safety during festive gatherings.

The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs (OBNDD) recently issued a statement regarding collaborative efforts by OBNDD and the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) to investigate THC edibles that caused hospitalizations. OMMA would like to remind all patients about medication safety. “The safety of our patients and our community is always the top priority of this agency,” said Dr. Kelly Williams, Director of the OMMA. “My team is working exceptionally hard and partnering with OBNDD to address this issue and evaluate the products for sale at our licensed dispensaries. We also recognize that patient and public safety efforts must continue once patients bring their medication home.”

Cattle owners who are looking to expand their herd should consider a Breeding Soundness Examination (BSE), a quick and routine evaluation of a bull’s reproductive abilities done by a veterinarian prior to the breeding season.

Cases of Salmonella infection increase each year around Easter time when stores begin putting baby poultry (chicks and ducklings) on display, or when they’re given as gifts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates Salmonella bacteria cause about 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths in the United States every year.

High pressure and sunshine make a return to southeastern Oklahoma on Thursday and last through Monday, so we are going to have a beautiful Easter weekend. High temperatures will climb from 67 on Thursday to 79 on Monday.