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Anyone who would like to help with the up-keep of the Citra Cemetery may make donation to the cemetery by taking or mailing to Farmers State Bank, Citra Cemetery Fund, PO Box 467, Allen, OK 74825. All donations will be greatly appreciated.
Read moreJoin the Allen Masonic Lodge for breakfast Saturday, June 4 , from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m., at the Lodge on West Broadway. The breakfast fundraisers are held the first Saturday of each month with a menu of sausage, biscuits, gravy, scrambled eggs, hash browns and coffee.
Read moreAs Theodore Roosevelt wisely said, “Courtesy is as much a mark of a gentleman as courage.” Being a gentleman goes beyond knowing the rules; it’s about an inherent thoughtfulness and respect for others, particularly women. ‘Thank You, Kind Sir’ Chivalry isn’t sexist, nor is it dead. Open the door for your lady (in fact, you should do this regardless of gender), pull out her chair at a restaurant, help her with her bags, and walk on the street side of the sidewalk to ensure that she doesn’t get splashed by passing cars.
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It is not an intelligent idea to ignore pain. If you have pain, or had pain in the past – physically, mentally, emotionally, maritally, financially, or any other ‘-ally,’ - there is a reason. Be smart and deal with it.
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Allen Memorial Day Event May 30
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Congratulations to Allen FFA Advisor Jonathan Walden on being named the 2022 Outstanding Ag-Ed Teacher. Walden received his award May 3 on stage at the State FFA Convention during the Second General Session in the BOK Arena, Tulsa.
Read moreThe Atwood School Reunion will be held Saturday, July 2 , from noon until 6:00 pm in the Lowell Wilkerson Community Building (next to the First Baptist Church) in Atwood. Their potluck dinner has been set for 4:30 pm, followed by a brief business meeting. All former students, teachers and residents are invited. Bring your favorite dish and enjoy the afternoon.
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