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Northern offers COVID-19 Vaccinations to the public

Northern Oklahoma College is offering COVID-19 vaccinations Aug. 18-19 at the Student Union from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Superintendent given retroactive pay raise of 5% by school board

Tonkawa Board of Education met Monday August 9, 2021 when President Casey McAninch called the meeting to order at 5:30pm. Members present Cara Beth Johnson, Nancy Appleman, and Brian Bowling. Jerry Hook was absent. Staff included Lori Simpson, Jona Cantrell, Jennifer Murphy, Kyle Simpson and Kelly Martin. Guest included Reece Simpson.

Local students earn distinction at Wichita State University

Wichita State University has announced the names of more than 3,500 students who were on the WSU dean’s honor roll for spring 2021.

Wheatheart Nutrition Menu

Monday, August 23 – Chicken Salad Sandwich, 3-Bean Salad, Fresh Pear, Chocolate Ice Cream, Water/Milk.

City briefs

The Tonkawa Fire Department responded to 12 ambulance calls transporting 9, and 7 fire calls during the past week. James and Colby continue in A-EMT Class at PTC. Expected Graduation January 2022.

“Taking No Chances”

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The renovations to our new home continue. We didn’t expect to be refinishing the floor. But when we tore up the flooring that was buckling and warping in the summer humidity, we discovered the original parquet, spattered with paint, underneath.

Memories from the museum...

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This week we take a look back at the history of the McCafferty Funeral Home and the legacy of its original owners; C.E. “Mac” and Viola McCafferty. In January of 1905 the McCafferty Funeral Home opened to serve families of the Tonkawa community. The two story brick building was modernly equipped and achieved a feeling of “homey comfort” throughout. Prior to opening the funeral home the McCafferty family owned a furniture store downtown as did many funeral homes during that time. During the early 1900’s many visitations were still held in the family home. Furniture stores provided the casket prior to opening the mortuaries.

Social Security Matters

Dear Rusty: I’m 60 and my wife is 62. I have terminal Stage IV prostate cancer, but my wife is in pretty good health. If I draw at 62 would that affect my wife’s survivor benefits? When should she start to withdraw? Also, when I die what would she get? Would she get her SS and then something of mine? Or must she choose between keeping hers and taking my survivor benefit? Please assist - I don’t have much energy anymore. Signed: Running on Empty

Danny Blubaugh All-Star, Military Memorial showcase available on new website

The Danny Bluebaugh All-star Athletes and Military Memorial Showcases Committee of the Alumni Association is announcing the new website: htttp//www.tonkawaallstars-military.com . The committee hopes community members try it and pass it on. It is accessible on desk top, laptop or iPad and phone.

Wheatheart Nutrition Menu

Monday, August 16 – Chicken Cordon Bleu, Cheesy Cauliflower, Stewed Tomatoes, Roll or Sliced Bread, Peaches, Water/Milk.