Body This upcoming week is the final week for us to hear policy bills that originated in the House and were approved by their chamber.

Body This past week the Dogwood have made their presence known in Southeast Oklahoma, and when we see the muscadine break bud, we know the chances of a late frost grow less probable.

Body Mark Twain observed that “a lie can travel around the world and back again while the truth is lacing up its boots.” Today, powerful voices seem determined to prove him right.

Body We’ve finally reached the final committee deadline of this legislative session. It’s been fast and furious, but April 8 was the deadline to hear House bills that were approved in their chamber in our Senate committees.

Body Senate Bill 3, which was sponsored in the House by State Representative Justin Humphrey, proposes to give law enforcement officers access to telemedicine so they can seek an online professional assessment of individuals who may be going through a mental health crissis.

Body How many times do you need for someone to look you straight in the eye and lie to you before you come to the conclusions that not only can they not be believed, but that they have some major character issues?

Body Comments to: andybowman839@gmail.com Coffeetimecolumn.com Ever had the opportunity to spend any time on the farm or simply drive through the country side? If so, you probably watched horses and cows grazing in pastures, and likely you have noticed something.

Body The Bertram Bobb Bible Camp will be held in Ringold, Okla., beginning with the sessions for those ages 8-12. The dates are May 31-June 4, June 7-11.

Body I’m not sure if it’s something in the water, the coming of Spring, or Presidential politics that is making the natives restless, but we haven’t seen so many citizens in Choctaw County seeking municipal office in quite some time.

Body OKLAHOMA CITY – In an effort to clearly define the roles of both the state and federal government, the full Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 6 on Monday. Authored by Sen.