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New Law To Protect Student Drivers In Oklahoma Takes Effect
A new state law to protect student drivers in Oklahoma takes effect on Thursday, following the death of an Edmond teen. In 2020, 15-year-old Hope Shaffer was killed in a crash while in a car driven by another student driver. Afterwards, Shaffer's family members pushed for a new law to protect other young drivers.
State walks away from tens of millions meant for needy families
State walks away from tens of millions meant for needy familiesOklahoma’s leaders have a complex relationship with federal grant money. They love the federal cash. Just don’t tell them what to do with it or how to do it. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Election losses by high-ranking Republicans are reshaping Oklahoma's Legislature
For the second time in as many months, a high-powered Republican member of the Oklahoma Legislature crashed and burned on election night, an indication that infighting among the GOP is increasing and the party's far right-wing is now a major voice in state elections. The defeat of state Rep. Kevin Wallace, chairman of the powerful House Appropriations and Budget Committee, comes after Ada voters ousted state Sen. Greg McCortney, who had been tapped to be the next...
Darci Lynne talks about her 'hopeful but also kind of a cheeky' new song 'Someone Wake Me Up'
Multitalented Oklahoman Darci Lynne is showing off new sides of herself as a person and musician with her stirring new single “Someone Wake Me Up.” The Oklahoma City singer-songwriter, ventriloquist and actress, who was just 12 years old when she won the 12th season of "America's Got Talent" in 2017, released the yearning new ballad Friday, Aug. 23, as the follow-up to her debut single, the spirited country-rock story song "Push Our Luck." ...
Oklahomans Spend More On These Than Anything Else
Hope you're ready for some serious irony. Oklahoma is very well known for a handful of things:. When you take a look at what Oklahoma (as a state) spends the most money on, you'll start to question why aren't these things helping us with what we struggle with most. Oklahoma...
Oklahoma A+ Schools Institute to Host Art Auction Fundraiser
The Oklahoma A+ Schools Institute is gearing up for its eighth annual art auction, an event aimed at raising funds to support arts education programs across the state. The auction will take place on September 13 at the UCO Boathouse, hosted by River Sport, as an exciting evening of art and community engagement.
Headlines: Mental health settlement, Oklahoma wildlife conservation & Golden Hurricane home opener
A mental health lawsuit from Attorney General Gentner Drummond faces pushback. (KOSU) The mental health department appoints its first Chief Medical Officer. (Oklahoma Voice) Governor Stitt appoints the head of Juvenile Affairs to run DHS. (Oklahoma Voice) Stitt names House Speaker’s aide as executive director of OMES. (Tulsa World)
Oklahoma mental health class action lawsuit settlement faces pushback
OKLAHOMA CITY – Efforts to settle a class action lawsuit against the state appear to have hit a brick wall. The Contingency Review Board on Wednesday voted 2-0 to send the federal judge overseeing the case a letter outlining concerns about a potential settlement agreement between the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse […]
County Democrat returns from national convention
Sarah Carnes has returned from last week’s Democratic National Convention riding a wave of energy for the 2024 presidential election. Carnes is the Oklahoma Congressional District 3 Democratic Party chair, representing 32 counties in Oklahoma. The Yukon woman represented the state as a delegate at the 2024 national convention...
Pre-registration a must for Sept. 26 Community Baby Shower
A Drive Through Community Baby Shower will take place on Sept. 26 from 5-7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Eufaula, 400 Foley. Participants who wish to take advantage of the program will need to register ahead of time. For information call 918-689-7505. McIntosh County Coalition for a Healthy...
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