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Voters will go to the polls Tuesday for the August 25th, 2020 Republican Primary Runoff for United States Representative District (05), Seminole County Election Board Secretary Amy Baker said today.
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Devin Hammond and Cooper Whitlock both 2020 graduates of Wewoka High School have each been recognized and awarded the State Degree in FFA. This degree is the highest earned in each state and demonstrates that the students have completed a multitude of prerequisites and countless hours of time and commitment to the organization of Future Farmers of America and their local Wewoka FFA Chapter.
Read moreYoung adulthood is a period of incredible transition marked by personal growth and a newfound sense of independence. Many young adults confront that transition while simultaneously dealing with a mental health issue or substance abuse disorder. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, young adults between the ages of 18 and 25 had a higher prevalence of serious mental illness when compared to adults between the ages of 26 and 49 and adults age 50 and older. In addition, SAMHSA notes that more than five million young adults report having a substance use disorder. Such issues can make the transition from teenager to young adult more challenging, potentially compromising young people’s ability to live full and independent lives. Treatment is vital when confronted by mental health or substance use disorders, and far too many young adults report receiving no treatment at all. For example, SAMHSA notes that 87 percent of young adults with substance use disorders report receiving no treatment for their conditions. Learning to recognize these common signs may compel young adults to seek treatment, while loved ones of young adults who notice any of the following signs can encourage men and women to seek treatment.
Read moreBusiness owners cannot predict what the future holds, but many are hopeful that the 2020 holiday retail season will provide a much-needed boost to their bottom lines. The outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in late 2019 and early 2020 led to plunging revenues for small businesses across the globe, forcing some to close their doors for good while others had to lay off or furlough staff to stay afloat.
Read moreCaution around school buses and during busy school mornings and afternoons should be emphasized.
Read moreExercise benefits the body in myriad ways. Studies have shown that routine exercise can help people effectively maintain healthy weights, sleep better at night and have more energy throughout the day. But exercise also may play a role in preventing one of the world’s most deadly diseases.
Read moreNearly 42 million Americans identified as caregivers for an older adult before COVID-19. Almost overnight, it’s likely that millions more have since joined their ranks. With COVID-19, there are added complications, notably physical separation. Some people are supporting older relatives who live far away while others may be close by, but are maintaining a safe distance. The goal is to maintain social closeness while also practicing physical distance. “As the primary caregiver to my parents, I know well that the ways we support the older adults in our lives have changed,” says Ray Spoljaric, CEO and Co-Founder of Aloe Care. “Caregivers are resilient, committed people and will go to any lengths to provide for those they care for. Now more than ever, communication and collaboration are key to providing the highest level of care. “If you’re a new caregiver, or concerned about COVID-19 for someone you support, consider these five tips from nationally recognized expert Amy Goyer:
Read moreCashless spending has long been a convenient way to make purchases, and that convenience became even more evident in 2020. The outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in the winter of 2019-20 forced people across the globe to change how they live, and those changes even affected how items are paid for.
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