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Thanksgiving dates back to the 1600s
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The history of Thanksgiving- like celebrations dates back to the 1600s, although it likely wasn’t “Thanksgiving” and it was a celebration much different than what we celebrate today. In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Native Americans shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. For more than two centuries, days of thanksgiving were celebrated by individual colonies and states.
New exhibit at The Wigwam Gallery
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A new exhibit at The Wigwam Gallery in Altus features a remarkable collection of 23 works from 20 diverse artists, both living and deceased. This exhibition explores childhood experiences, emotions and expressions through paintings, sculptures and textiles. Visitors will witness children in moments of joy and tragedy.
Turkey safety: From the freezer to the table
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Turkey is a main staple for many Americans at Thanksgiving. Some people roast them, some people smoke them, and the really brave among us, deep fry them. Whatever your means of cooking the turkey this year, safety should always be top priority.
Aviation through the ages
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Aviation History Month recognizes the achievements of the men and women who made it happen. When we think about the history of aviation, the first names we might think of are Wilbur and Orville Wright, or maybe Amelia Earhart.
Do your investments match your goals?
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This article was written by Edward Jones and provided by Emily Smith, Edward Jones, 901 Falcon Rd., Altus, OK 73521, 580-477-3638. As you go through life, you’ll have various financial goals — and to achieve them, you’ll need to invest.
It’s time!
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Did y’all notice a feeling of change in the air last week? It got cold, didn’t it? As I write this, I noticed that the weather is supposed to be warm for about three more days. And by the time this is in print it will be cooler again. I have a fair short memory, but wasn’t it just in the 100’s a few short weeks ago?
Local FFA member competes in State Quiz Finals
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Tilden Smith the Navajo FFA chapter was one of 50 high school freshman FFA members from across Oklahoma to qualify for the state finals of the Greenhand Quiz Career Development Event held at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater Oct. 24.
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
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DEAR DR. ROACH: A friend recommended hyaluronic acid for joint pain in my wrist and hand.
Backyard flock owners on high alert for avian influenza
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All Oklahoma poultry producers and backyard flock owners should remain alert and practice strict biosecurity protocols to prevent Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The virus has been reported in backyard poultry flocks in Carter, Wagoner and Grady counties and a domestic swan in Oklahoma County.