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Cleveland County residents say properties near creek continue to flood after rain
LEXINGTON, Okla. — Lexington residents had a wet Sunday morning after heavy rain flooded properties, but this isn't the first time. After a few inches of rain Albert Watson, a Lexington resident, said his yard holds so much water that there are boats driving through it. But he said he is tired of the damage it has done, and he is begging for something to change.
Tax Credit Program Sparks Statewide Surge in Private School Tuition
When parents enrolled their children in a small private school in Ardmore in the fall of 2023, the tuition was $1,000 per semester. The Parental Choice Tax Credit Program started in December, promising parents a tax credit of up to $3,750 per student for spring tuition. Global Harvest Christian School responded by raising its spring tuition to $3,500.
Oklahoma boards flouting the rules make our state look like a circus. Are lawmakers taking note?
Over the past few weeks, Oklahomans have been treated to one of the most unfortunate shows on Earth. Two of our state boards and commissions, which are supposed to be enforcing the laws on our books, have inexplicably gone completely AWOL — in the worst possible way. In the first ring, we have the state […]
Could Oklahoma see state question on minimum wage?
Good morning, Oklahoma! Here's what you need to know today: 🌞 Temperature check: Mostly sunny today and breezy with a high of 99 degrees, low of 78; a heat advisory is in effect until 9 p.m. in Oklahoma City, according to AccuWeather ...
Report: Business, professional services show slight decline in plains, mountains
(The Center Square) – Business and professional services contracted while consumer services expanded in July, according to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. A composite index of services dropped to -4 in July after posting a 2 in June and 11 in May. The index is a weighted average of revenue and sales, employment and inventories. The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City – the Tenth District – serves the western third of Missouri, northern New Mexico, Kansas, Colorado, Nebraska, Oklahoma...
Mild and Dry Winter Predicted for Oklahoma This Year
Oklahomans who dream of a white Christmas may have their dreams squashed this year. The Farmers' Almanac recently released its 2024-2025 winter outlook, and it's looking like Oklahoma could see a mild and dry winter. The weather pattern will soon begin to shift into a La Nina, which will lead...
Convicted rapist sentenced to 100 years after motion for new trial dismissed; family says they will appeal
In a decision at the Logan County Courthouse on Monday, Leroy Raymond Smith, 38, was sentenced to a total of 100 years in prison following his conviction on two counts of rape and two counts of lewd acts with minors under the age of 14. The sentencing, which followed a...
Choctaw Highschooler Competing In American Cornhole League World Championship
Espn Jackson, a talented young cornhole player from Choctaw, Mississippi, is making waves at the American Cornhole League (ACL) World Championship in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Jackson has already achieved an impressive feat by winning his bracket and placing in the top 16 out of 670 participants in the advanced/elite...
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