(StatePoint) April is Global Volunteer Month, a time to celebrate volunteers and inspire volunteerism in communities large and small. Volunteerism is on the decline, according to research from AmeriCorps and the U.S.

Sometimes it is all about the Southwestern culture. I love the smoky cumin, cilantro, and chorizo zing first thing on a Sunday morning...

The Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame recently honored 24 elementary, middle and high school students throughout Oklahoma for their Red Ribbon Week Art and Essay Contest winning submissions. Submissions were based on the 2023 Red Ribbon Week theme “Be Kind To Your Mind.

Phil and Gayla Salvati presented a program to Perry Study Club members on April 16 at the 611 Bakehouse. The Salvatis, in addition to their graphic design business, also work tirelessly on their rehabilitation projects in preserving downtown buildings in Perry.

Perry Public Schools FFA Chapter recently competed in a contest in Coalgate. The Freshman Ag 1 and Animal Science both won first place at the Coalgate Last Dance Quiz Bowl Contest! “Thank you Coalgate FFA for putting on the contest! Perry Public Schools FFA administration commented.

We had 17 in attendance on April 18, 2024, to hear our 8th lesson: Moral. Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

The Cherokee Strip Museum recently announced they will be hosting three new events this year, under the guidance of Museum Director Maddy Flores. The first event is set for June 1, titled ‘Sounds of the Prairie’.

(NAPSI)—With nearly 800,000 Americans having a stroke each year, it remains a leading cause of death and long-term disability. Making matters worse for many Black/African American men is that they are at higher risk for high blood pressure and strokes, according to medical experts. For many health conditions, racial and ethnic minority communities are impacted at disproportionate rates. April is National Minority Health Month, a good time to raise awareness about the importance of improving the health of minority communities and reducing health disparities. During this month, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is raising awareness of this important topic and sharing tips to help manage the risk of stroke.

I just kinda made this one up, but it sure is tasty and goes over well at parties and holiday gatherings. I use something I find at Krogers called Pub Cheese (sharp cheddar variety) but any cheddar cheese spread would work. You can make this into any shape you like such as a cheese ball instead of a log. At Halloween time I make it into a spider using pretzels for legs and pickled onion and black olives for eyes. Serve with whatever crackers you prefer and enjoy this pretty appetizer!

Oklahoma students get more than instruction in reading, writing and arithmetic at school – it’s also where they get a nutritious lunch. With the school year ending in a few weeks, families struggling with food insecurity will need to fill that gap.