By James Beaty, McAlester News-Capital, Okla. Aug. 5--The blazing temperatures in the McAlester area have sent 17 people to the hospital over the past five days.

By Susan Brittingham, McAlester News-Capital, Okla. Jul. 17--Even though it may seem that summer began last week and your little one was born only yesterday, it's actually time for another school year to start. Enrollment for the tiniest of students at McAlester Public Schools is going on now.

By Jeremy Higgins, McAlester News-Capital, Okla. Jul. 4--Summertime means no school and lots of time for fun in the sun for most people. The summer months also bring out insects and other pests that could be hazardous to your health.

By Glen Eller, McAlester News-Capital, Okla. Jun. 30--BY GLEN ELLER SPORTS EDITOR Evelyn Lienhard never thought she would celebrate her 50th wedding anniversary with her husband James. The Lienhards had been married for nearly 34 years when they found out that James' heart was failing.

By Glen Eller, McAlester News-Capital, Okla. Jun. 28--BY GLEN ELLER SPORTS EDITOR Budget-shattering, record high prices at the pump not only effects the cost of daily living it impacts recreational opportunities as well.