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On Feb. 9, 1942, daylight saving time, suggested by President Roosevelt, was instituted for all states. The thought behind this was to hopefully conserve fuel during war time. Daylight saving time can be traced back to World War I.

The 2024 Oyster Fry and Craft Show is now looking for Craft Vendors to participate in the Oyster Fry Craft Show scheduled for Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Middle School Gymnasium, 211 S. 13th, in Frederick.

(StatePoint) With only 8% of children and 21% of adults reporting receipt of the 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine, less than half the population reporting receipt of a flu vaccine and just 20% of adults 60 and over reporting receipt of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine, it’s no surprise that rates of respiratory illnesses are at elevated levels this season. “Respiratory illness is all too common, particularly during colder months when people spend more time indoors and germs can spread more easily,” says Dr. Albert Rizzo, chief medical officer, American Lung Association. “Fortunately, there are many strategies for staying healthy.”

Snow and ice gripped much of Oklahoma for several days in January, but never fear, gardening season is near. The crew at “Oklahoma Gardening” is busy preparing for the new season that will begin Feb. 10.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health’s (OSDH) Long-Term Care (LTC) Administrator Licensing Program has updated the LTC administrator state standards exam to reflect the current requirements in Oklahoma statute.

Valentine’s Day means something different for everyone. Many couples celebrate, and single people either avoid or treat the day like any other. It can be a particularly tough time for someone in early recovery from drug or alcohol addiction.