As spring arrives, many Oklahomans experience sniffling, sneezing and coughing, often mistaking these symptoms for seasonal allergies. However, these signs may also indicate more serious respiratory illnesses such as the common cold, influenza, or COVID-19.

According to an affidavit of probable cause filed by Custer County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Calvin Ramirez, Ronny Wilson, 29, of Arapaho, is facing multiple charges, including driving under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances, possession of a controlled dangerous substance, resisting an executive officer, and assault and battery on a police officer.

Maintaining gear

Firefighter Collin Wieder cleans his grass mask that the Clinton Fire Department Women’s Auxillary purchased for the firemen. 

HELSINKI (AP) — A 12-year-old student opened fire at a secondary school in southern Finland on Tuesday morning, killing one and seriously wounding two other students, police said. The suspect was later apprehended.

The Cat in the Hat

Dr. Suess stole the spotlight during reading time recently at the Clinton Public Library. From left are Julie Esparza, Ember Waddle, Liam Guzman, Coby Rogers, Cash Rogers, and Assistant Library Manager Daphanie Austin. 

MIDLAND, Texas (AP) — Multiple people were hurt Monday in a pileup involving as many as 30 vehicles at an intersection south of Midland, Texas, as high winds blew dust that made visibility difficult, the Texas Department of Public Safety said.

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