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Memories from the museum...

The tradition of the Tonkawa Tribal Princess dates back to 1977. This role is a great honor which ones holds as the ambassador/representative of the tribe. Regardless of age, many tribes select those who have shown qualities in personality, dependability, leadership, independence and cultural knowledge. The chosen princess also shows strength as an academic model, athlete and in cultural linguistics.

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Social Security Matters

Dear Rusty: I lost my wife 7 years ago. I was told that I could possibly collect 30 to 35% of her benefit as a widower benefit when I turned 60. I will be 61 soon. Would it make sense to pursue this if it is true? I am still working full time. Would this affect my ability to collect Social Security on my own account once I retire? Signed: Working Survivor

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“What Thanksgiving Looks Like”

My mother sent a photo of a huge female turkey sitting on her bird feeder.

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Sermonette

In Revelation 11, we see the picture of 24 elders before God’s throne worshipping and giving thanks. They were giving thanks to God for His justice. It appears that they will always be before the throne, thanking God.

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Time Machine

60 years ago, June 12, 1961

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The Postscript

“Angel’s Front Door”

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Buc Blab

Hey everyone! Another week of Buc blab coming your way! This was a pretty good week. Mid-High basketball is starting back up with early tournaments and games and also High School basketball scrimmages are starting. The Mid-High boys basketball won the Cherokee Tournament this past week! Great job guys, the future looks great for us! Great job Coach Means! We are getting prepared for the next season of sports but not so fast, your Tonkawa Football team took a big win against Wayne Friday night to move onto the second round of Playoffs. Number 4, Roman Chandler and Number 5, Cam Jackson were tag teaming all night against the Wayne defense. Number 2, Ryan Morgan dropped many great passes for the receivers. Number 44, Kai day has made a great recovery season and has sure proven his ability to play this sport. Number 8, Jake Randall and number 31, Tyler Looper are both proving their spots too leaving their opponents behind testing how strong of an arm Ryan Morgan has. Our next game will be against the Fairview Yellow Jackets. This game will be at Fairview starting at 7:00! Be there for second round of playoffs!