40 YEARS AGO

Dear Santa, I want a fire truck and for my mama plate and form may dad some new tools and for my brother a BB gun and for my sister a new tv a power ranger and it will be red. I would want some play toe.

Elizabeth Ko, M.D.

Dear Doctors: My company provides perks for involvement in its wellness program, and I’ve decided to start biking the 4 miles (with a few hills!) to work. Do you think it’s a good choice?

SENSE & SENSITIVITY Harriette Cole

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am a woman in my 20s, and lately, my self-esteem has taken a serious plunge. Just a year ago, I felt confident, vibrant and happy with who I was. Recently, though, things have shifted, and I find myself constantly comparing myself to other women, whether it’s their looks, careers or social lives. It feels like I can’t measure up, no matter what I do, and these comparisons have been taking a massive toll on my mental health.

Here's your preview of Saturday's paper

- Suspect is charged with abuse claim

- WTC students excel in robotics

- SWODA awarded funds to help fight opioids

- Ray named Coach of the Year for soccer

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Here's your preview of Friday's paper

- City approves credit draw for hospital

- School report cards released by OSDE

- Arapaho’s Schalla performs in rodeo in Vegas

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The 2024 Oklahoma School Report Cards were released earlier this week by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Nance Elementary, Washington Elementary, Clinton Middle School and Clinton High School all received a C, while Southwest Elementary was designated with a D.

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