Dementia is a global issue that affects people’s daily lives in myriad ways. According to the World Health Organization, dementia is a syndrome marked by deterioration in memory, thinking and behavior. That deterioration affects dementia patients’ ability to perform everyday activities, potentially robbing them of their independence.

Responded to a report of cattle out at northwest corner of State Highway 47 and 2320 Road.

Humans’ desire to live independently begins in adolescence and continues into older adulthood. Though many seniors can handle the tasks of daily life on their own, others may need varying degrees of assistance.

Antonia Mejia and Luisa Mejia to Ryan Palesano and Lourdes Palesano, JTWD. Lots 11 and 12, Blk. 2, Hayes Addn. Clinton.

Hanging around

Mason Bouziden rock climbs at the armory during the after school program.

DEAR HARRIETTE: I recently told my husband about my best friend’s affair. My husband now feels that it is his job to tell my friend’s husband about it. He promised me that he wouldn’t say anything, but he keeps mentioning it to me and telling me he feels morally obligated to say something.

Storefront construction

Steve Johnson puts in flat stones on the Holiday House storefront on Frisco Avenue.

Commission awards grant to Stafford Museum

Aerospace and Aviation Education Program grants totaling over $365,000 were awarded to 50 organizations at the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission’s August meeting. The grants are to be used for targeted learning programs that have a direct application to aerospace and aviation for primary through post-secondary education.

School time

First-grader Stella Shackelford poses for a photo with her new teacher, Melissa Stewart.

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