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Simple Summer Pleasures for Caregivers

Caregiving responsibilities don’t take a break, not even for the beautiful days of summer when they arrive. In fact, caregiving can make it challenging for both a caregiver and their care recipient to find time and energy to appreciate the opportunities presented by warmer weather. Here are some suggestions:

Brandon Haynes and The Guys smash the Full Moon Concert

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The crowd was filled with Tonkawa residents during the latest Full Moon Concert as Brandon Haynes and The Guys performed. Foots were tapping and people were dancing with each new song in the band’s eclectic mix on Sunday, August 18.

Attorney General opinion directs OSDE to distribute school security funds to districts statewide

OKLAHOMA CITY (Aug. 18, 2024) – In an expedited opinion to help ensure schools have needed resources for enhanced security, Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued a formal opinion today (Monday) directing the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) to send school districts long-overdue security funds.

USDA to take ‘additional step’ in testing beef from former dairy cattle for bird flu

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture plans to embark on a year-long study beginning next month that will test samples for evidence of highly pathogenic avian influenza from former dairy cattle moved into meat production.

Partnerships between universities and hospitals aim to meet workforce needs

Oklahoma colleges and universities are working to bridge gaps in the state’s health care workforce, particularly in rural areas, by incentivizing students to pursue careers in various health care professions.

For now, the Supreme Court won’t stop states from blocking Biden’s Title IX changes

States shunning new federal rules on discrimination in schools over sexual orientation and gender identity won’t be forced to follow them for the time being.

NOC Tonkawa Calendar

Aug. 23: Final Day to Add 16Week Courses and Log On to Online Courses Aug. 23: Final Day to Return Books for Full Refund Aug. 24: Maverick Market Lamb Show, Sheep Center, 10 a.m. Aug. 25: Scholarship Priority Deadline for Fall 2024 Aug. 27: Professional Workshop for Nursing/Pre-Engineering at NOC Enid Aug. 27: Free BCM Lunch, BCM, 11:15 a.m. – 1 p.m. Aug. 28: Free Lunch, Wesley House, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Aug. 28: BCM The Gathering, BCM, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 30: Final Day to Drop 16Week Courses with Full Refund Please check www.noc.edu for current NOC events.

Wheatheart Nutrition Menu

Monday, August 26 – Hot Dog, Scalloped Potatoes, Harvard Beets, Pineapple, Milk.

Sermonette

Many believers have died for their faith. Many more have been imprisoned, tortured, and persecuted. Jesus was very plain that Christians could expect persecution. In John 16:33 Jesus said: “In this world you will have trouble.” And in John 16:2, Jesus said: “The hour is coming when whoever kills you will think he is offering service to God.”

Social Security Matters

Social Security Matters