http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Thu, 08 May 2008 12:58:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_129125832.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_129125832.html Astute readers of our online version may have noticed by now that we added a new feature yesterday afternoon. We think you're going to like it. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:28:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_112092845.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_112092845.html By the time you read this, you’ve probably already seen the big flag above the nameplate on the front page, announcing that inside this edition of the Daily Press is “part 1” of our annual Progress edition. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 17:24:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_105172454.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_105172454.html Anyone who’s been following this year’s presidential race would probably agree: This could be one of the most protracted, most contentious campaign seasons in modern history. Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:42:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_102154211.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_102154211.html After being closed for a little over five weeks for repairs, the swimming pool at the NSU Fitness Center is back open again – and regular swimmers couldn’t be more relieved. Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:50:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_058145026.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_058145026.html The data can’t be disputed: Oklahoma has one of the highest smoking rates of any state, and one of the worst health records. And some of the health problems have been caused by smoking. Wed, 06 Feb 2008 11:54:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_037115449.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_037115449.html Maybe it's the unusually high level of excitement over this year's presidential election, or perhaps the blame lies with issues of a more local nature. It could be just as simple as people suddenly finding their voice. Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:01:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_035150154.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_035150154.html Although some folks might claim Tahlequah city officials don't need raises, the detractors would be in the minority. With just a few exceptions, city officials and their employees – elected or otherwise – do an outstanding job. Fri, 18 Jan 2008 14:39:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_018143942.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_018143942.html From time to time over the years, the Tahlequah Daily Press has published recipes and even a food-related column. But until a few months ago, we had never had a formal “Food” page, devoted exclusively to topics of a culinary nature. Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:58:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_015105830.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_015105830.html If you're a member of an organization or a church in Cherokee County -- and most of you are! -- then we hope you'll take a few moments to read this. It could mean the difference between our "getting the facts straight," and your going ballistic when we don't! Fri, 11 Jan 2008 14:11:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_011141119.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_011141119.html If you plan to vote in the Feb. 5 "Super Tuesday" presidential primary and haven't registered yet, you may have just a few hours left to do your civic duty. Fri, 07 Dec 2007 13:56:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_341135652.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_341135652.html It's a shame the antics of former Superintendent Annette Millard have crippled the operations of Lost City School. In helping herself to perks to which she was not entitled, she hurt no one more than the students themselves. Thu, 06 Dec 2007 14:15:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_340141533.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_340141533.html The dilemma over what to do about the plethora of pollutants entering the state's water systems is perplexing enough. But the notion that poor-quality water could eventually be less of a concern than no water at all is truly scary stuff. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 13:32:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_325133235.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_325133235.html On Thanksgiving, many folks' thoughts turn to family, friends, and the blessings they can count over the past year. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 18:10:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_323181016.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_323181016.html Anyone who lived in Cherokee County in the 1970s will remember the pristine condition of the Illinois River and Lake Tenkiller in those days. Back then, you could see the bottom of the lake even in places 20 feet deep, and the river ran swiftly with its crystalline waters. Wed, 14 Nov 2007 10:47:00 +0000 http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_318101528.html http://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/editorials/local_story_318101528.html Rev. Red Crawley is an unusual sort of person. He specializes in good works to help the needy, and he doesn't want credit for it - and neither do the churches whose help he enlists to feed the hungry on Thanksgiving.