If you think diamond mining is limited to exotic locations around the world, think again. In Arkansas, the Crater of Diamonds State Park offers a unique opportunity for anyone to search for the rare g...

There is no activity more thought-provoking than reading. I’ve recently read Erik Larsen’s The Demon of Unrest. It is a marvelous account of 1861and the days preceding the Civil War. This history cris...

Bert came waltzing into the Mule Barn truck stop the other day in high spirits. We knew we were in for yet another lecture. Sure enough. Even as he pulled up a chair at the philosophy counter and worl...

A few years ago, I went to Skiatook to watch my great-grandson play baseball. I pulled my rolling seat up beside the bleachers where my granddaughter was seated and settled in. After visiting a few mi...

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Bob Milford popped in for a cup the other day at the philosophy counter of the Mule Barn truck stop. Bob isn’t usually seen in town during the day, as he’s manager of the big Diamond W spread, and the...

In the early fall, my wife and I often start walking two miles a day down our road which runs along the Arkansas River. The fall air and scenic views make for a perfect way to clear our minds and get ...

Vacation huskers are hyping “Make memories now’’ These television types got me thinking about memories. Memory is most peculiar. I believe the most meaningful memories come from everyday life and not ...

“Mavis, dear, is that coffee HOT this morning?” “Sure is, Windy.” “Well then, slaver a bunch of it in a cup and flop it down here in front of a freezin’ guy, would you? Thanks, Hon.” “Freezing, Windy?...

We awakened to the news that 6 Israeli hostages had been found dead. Each had a single gunshot wound to the head. These were people abducted from a music festival and Israeli communities near the Gaza...

This sport we call deer hunting — which is now less than two months away thankfully — is ultimately about enjoying the great outdoors while minimizing the risk of harm. Bagging a big buck is thrilling...

Everyone has his own favorite spot on Lewis Creek, I guess. Some of us favor the swimming hole below Miller’s old place, with its rope swing and the kids who frolic there on hot summer days. For Doc a...

Who and what makes a difference? I think because we look for the effect of an act to be almost immediate, we miss the actual impact. Wobbling through life is not like pouring water on a fire to put it...

Green Country waterfowl hunters should be treating up for an early start to their favorite season. The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation has announced the dates for the state’s special earl...

Four years ago now. Yep, four years ago we lost Max Evans. I sure did, anyway. That old cowboy, artist, writer, bar brawler and two-fisted philosopher meant a lot to a lot of people and not just his w...

Over recent months I have written several lines about the importance of local historical societies. I believe preserving history is a generational job. As we age, we become the custodians of history. ...

Looking around at all the yard signs and hearing politicians tell us on television what a lying crook their competition is, I have to admit I miss Guv Reeve. Guv had a real first name, but I sure don’...

With August winding down, hunters in Green Country are gearing up for a beloved tradition — the opening of dove season Sept. 1. It marks the unofficial start of fall hunting and offers a perfect oppor...

Richard Given is a friend. There was a time in Tulsa we were close but that was before life took its bites. Richard now resides in Manhattan, NYC, not Kansas, and has for several years now. Thanks to ...

“Waal,” said Windy, stirring his coffee. “I hate to do this here, but I’m afeerd a whole bunch of it’s Doc’s fault.” This announcement coincided with Doc coming to join us at the counter here at the M...