Whitaker and Hudson lead at NAACP Image Awards
Oscar winner Forest Whitaker and Jennifer Hudson top acting prizes at the 38th NAACP Image Awards. Isaiah Washington wins best drama actor while Ugly Betty claims top TV honors. The Pursuit of Happyness wins best picture as Barack Obama receives a literary award and Bono delivers a call to end poverty.
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Community confronts gangs beyond schools in town
At a Gang Task Force session the message was clear. Gangs affect all residents not just students and schools. Police say the problem is large and needs community action beyond law enforcement.
Community letter weighs school uniforms and parental role in gang safety
A reader urges balanced debate on school safety, supports zero tolerance yet notes cases where innocent students face suspensions. She questions mandatory uniforms, discusses potential loopholes, and emphasizes parental responsibility plus community actions to curb gangs in Lawton.
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Illustrious Commandress Ottlda Smith to Host Gala Day
Ottlda Smith elected as Illustrious Commandress of Menes Court No. 164 Lawton Chapter will lead the Daughters of Isis Gala Day in Oklahoma City March 16 to 18 and represent her chapter at the Imperial Council Session in Charlotte North Carolina in August. For information about the organization call 353-8773.
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Sorority self defense class at Hugh Bish Elementary
Rho Conclave of Kappa Kappa Iota meets at 6 p.m. at Hugh Bish Elementary School for a women’s self defense class taught by J. W. Bode. Members should wear athletic clothing and participate. Hostesses include Deborah Harwell and others.
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Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader Debuts Big for Fox
Fox launched Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader, hosted by Jeff Foxworthy, and drew 26.5 million viewers. It became Fox’s most-watched series debut and the top debut since 1998, with high Idol lead-in retention and strong audience overlap. The show pairs adults with real fifth graders for quizzes, premiering after Idol and set for a 7 p.m. Thursday slot later.
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Dear Abby readers debate hunting mess in home
A reader questioned a hunter spouse leaving deer meat blood and clothing in the kitchen. Several responders urged Kay to set boundaries, with one recommending a health department check and possible legal issues for improper meat handling.
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