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School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University Adopting a shelter or rescue cat is a great way to establish a lasting friendship with an animal in need of a forever home. If the adoption process seems daunting, however, there are a few considerations to make beforehand to ensure an easy experience.

• Shawnee Little Theatre’s production of Irving Berlin’s: “White Christmas” will perform at the community theatre November 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. Also, November 13 at 2 p.m.

DEAR ABBY: My daughter is about to turn 14 and wants to get a job. We just found out that in our state, 14- and 15-year-olds can work if they get a permit.

DEAR ABBY: I’m a 30-something bisexual man who is in a relationship with a bisexual woman the same age. We both lived different lives and dated a variety of people before we met, but now I am pretty certain she is The One.

Members of the Oklahoma Baptist University Board of Trustees were joined by OBU administrators, faculty, staff and students to celebrate the ribbon cutting and dedication of the University’s recently remodeled Sarkeys Center Friday, Nov. 4, during their meeting on the OBU campus.

ADA – East Central University is gearing up to enroll students for the spring 2023 semesters. Priority enrollment began this week for current students. New students may begin enrolling on Monday, Nov. 14. Future students must have applied and been accepted to the University before they can enroll.

DEAR ABBY: I was taught to write handwritten thankyou notes when I received a gift. Over the last few years, my gifts have been acknowledged with a brief text, Facebook post, a photo or not at all. I enjoy giving gifts, but the lack of response I receive from today’s younger folks leaves me feeling frustrated and dismissed. Must I adapt my expectations to a new normal in etiquette? -- MANNERLY MISTER IN TENNESSEE

Shawnee Police Department officers doled out treats to costumed kids during Halloween Trick-or-Treating. .