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Oklahoma GOP lawmaker asks Biden official to investigate state's education agency
A Republican state lawmaker who’s been his party’s primary budget watchdog over financial issues at the Oklahoma State Department of Education has asked Democratic U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to launch a federal investigation into the state agency’s management of federal programs and use of funds. In an Aug. 23 letter obtained by The Oklahoman, Rep. Mark McBride told Cardona he had “serious concern with OSDE’s management of the over $2.7 (billion) in federal funds along with...
Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame announces major renovation and rebranding project
MUSKOGEE, OK – The Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame (OMHOF) announced recently at an event in Muskogee that it is set to undergo a $2.4 million renovation. This transformation, funded by public and private sources, will redesign the historic OMHOF building, museum, concert hall, exterior, and overall branding to create an engaging, interactive experience celebrating Oklahoma's rich musical heritage, according to the press release.
Help wanted: Oklahoma works to lower barriers to long-term care careers
Brynley Whitekiller clocks in three to four times a week for 12-hour shifts at Cearu Medical Resort, a skilled nursing facility in Tulsa. She enjoys that schedule because of the balance it gives her to take care of herself after she spends long days caring for others. Her work as...
Oklahoma schools receive hoax document on Ryan Walters’ Bible directive
School districts across the state received packages Wednesday that claimed to be from the State Department of Education and contained 80 pages of biblical lore, as well as a cover letter saying the package was a Supplemental Supervisory Document. But OSDE says it has nothing to do with the package. Included in the package, obtained […]
How much will Oklahomans save at the grocery store with the elimination of the state grocery tax?
OKLAHOMA – Beginning Thursday, Oklahomans should see a minor cut in their grocery receipts. The state cut the 4.5% state sales tax on some groceries after Gov. Kevin Stitt signed House Bill 1955. The bill eliminates only the state portion of the sales tax on groceries or $3.83 on an $85 grocery bill, according to OKpolicy.org. […]
Dennis Quaid says 'Reagan' is his new favorite of his movies. Oklahoma is one reason why
For four decades and counting, Dennis Quaid regarded the 1983 historical space epic "The Right Stuff" as his favorite movie of his prolific acting career. But the two-time Golden Globe nominee now has a new favorite among his cinematic credits — and he credits the time he spent in Oklahoma making it as...
Walters issues 'guidelines on patriotic displays' after Edmond North flag controversy
After a flap over a student halted from flying a flag from the bed of his truck in Edmond, state schools Superintendent Ryan Walters issued “guidelines on patriotic displays” to Oklahoma school districts Thursday. The guidelines state districts must develop a district policy “that ensures the U.S. flag … can be flown and displayed on all school campuses without infringement,” must lead students in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at least once a week and must submit...
Dozens of horses dead at Oklahoma ranch in possible faulty feed incident
The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture is investigating what killed dozens of horses at a rodeo stock contracting business. Beutler & Son Rodeo Company supplies horses to rodeos all across the country and it has for nearly a century. Now, the Oklahoma family business is devastated, with lines of generational horses dying in what veterinarians believe could be faulty feed.
Comanche Nation Casino Recognized as No. 1 Casino in Oklahoma
LAWTON, OK – Comanche Nation Casino has been recognized as the No. 1 Casino in the state at Oklahoman’s annual Community Choice Awards. The awards program recognizes destinations throughout Oklahoma that provide exceptional service and experiences to the community and guests. Award finalists were invited to an awards...
State Rep. Jason Lowe of Oklahoma conducts interim study on incarceration alternatives for juvenile offenders
Oklahoma City – State Representative Jason Lowe, D-Oklahoma City, held an interim study on the Youth Justice System to explore the rehabilitative nature of the juvenile justice system and how alternatives to incarceration can be utilized and implemented. “I am very excited to hear the stories of family members...
Two Arizona residents sentenced in Oklahoma for possessing counterfeit pills containing fentanyl
Two Arizona residents were sentenced in Oklahoma earlier this week for possessing counterfeit pills that contained fentanyl, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office Eastern District of Oklahoma.
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