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VOL 21 ISSUE 2
February 2014
ROGERS COUNTY NE Oklahoma’s Leading Consumer Newspaper
Severe Sciatic and Back Pain Can Be Relieved
Outdoor Sporting Expo Mark your calendars for the big event at Claremore Expo Center February 28 through March 2.
Dr. Steven Hardage, Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic Center, helps patients overcome sciatic and back pain without surgery.
By Cassie Woods Lovers of all things outdoors are gearing up for the second annual Outdoor Sporting Expo to be held February 28 through March 2 at the Claremore Expo Center. Organizers expect this show to be of interest to enthusiasts of all ages and outdoor genres. “We are excited to see this
By Carol Beck-Round If you’ve ever experienced back pain, you know it can be debilitating, often leading to missed work or forgoing your favorite activities. It is one of the number one reasons for job absenteeism, and one of the most common health complaints in the United States today. In fact, 8 out of 10 people will have back pain in their lifetime and seek a doctor, according to Dr. Steven Hardage with Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic Center in Claremore. “Most suffering from back pain fear surgery,” says Dr. Hardage, “but in reality, most don’t need surgery for back pain.” (continued on page 28)
Dr. Steven Hardage and his staff at Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic Center in Claremore are ready to address all areas of non-operative orthopedics from head to toe. (L to R): Dr. Hardage, Aila Biesen, Lisa Welsch and Jennifer Campbell. (Not pictured: Jennifer Dunlap.)
show return to Claremore,” says Ron Burrows, Claremore Expo Center manager. “The Outdoor Sporting Expo is really geared to Oklahomans who enjoy the many great outdoor activities and recreation opportunities that our region provides.” (continued on page 28)
Committee members (front row, L to R): Cary Jester, Sarah Sharp, Emily Mahan, Nikki Scalf, (back row) Cindy Bissett, Dell Davis, Brian Callender, Bryan Bradley, Ron Burrows and Brandon Irby.
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Lucas Metal Works’ products are used every single day in all industries. Over the past 45 years, the company has developed a stellar reputation across Oklahoma and the Midwest, offering the highest quality products and impeccable customer service. What many people may not know, however, is that residential customers can bring this same excellence to their own homes with Lucas Metal Works' Metal Roofing
and Metal Buildings. Metal roofs have a number of advantages over other types of roofing materials. They not only look sleek and polished, thus increasing a home’s curb appeal, but they are also highly energyefficient and long-lasting. “Our metal roofs are guaranteed to last a long time, much longer than standard roofing materials – we offer a 40-year warranty,” says Tammy Laakso, marketing and sales manager for Lucas
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