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Shift in command: Retired admiral to take over embattled Oklahoma veterans department
The Oklahoma Veterans Commission announced Monday the selection of another retired admiral to head the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs, an agency embroiled in controversy since 2023. Retired Rear Adm. James (Jay) Bynum will assume his duties Aug. 1, succeeding retired Rear Adm. Greg Slavonic, who will be leaving after leading the veterans...
Divisive order showcases Oklahoma's push for more Christian religion in schools
Ryan Walters' directive that Oklahoma public schools should teach from the Bible raised more questions than it answered. After an Oklahoma State Board of Education meeting last week, the state schools superintendent huddled with reporters to give more clarity on his plan. He instead offered very little detail, leaving school administrators, educators, parents,...
Senators say they weren't involved in prison contract negotiations despite DOC claim
Although Oklahoma Department of Corrections Director Steven Harpe told members of the corrections board last week that several state lawmakers were part of the team that helped negotiate a new contract with the GEO Group, at least two of those lawmakers said they had no knowledge of any meetings and were not involved in any negotiations with the GEO Group. ...
Young Oklahoman leaves behind a legacy of understanding, joy
If you think of a spokesperson, it’s hard not to hear a voice. After all, it’s right there in the word itself: spoke, the past tense of “to speak.” But every once in a while, there’s someone who becomes a spokesperson without ever saying a word. That was Sam Weyrich. ...
Health Departments Across Oklahoma Help Businesses Improve Employee Health, Wellness
Health departments across northeast Oklahoma are helping businesses improve the health and wellness of employees. The Oklahoma State Department of Health wants to promote employee health not only to keep more people healthy, but also to help businesses keep their doors open. The CDC launched Work@Health back in 2015 and...
North Louisiana Heat Advisory Extended Through Tuesday
If there's one thing we understand in Louisiana is hot summers. It's not unusual for us to experience temperatures well into the 90's early in the summer. And this summer is no exception. The National Weather Service in Shreveport has extended their Heat Advisory through 8P Tuesday, July 2nd. ...HEAT...
Oklahoma Catholic Native Schools Project seeks boarding school survivors
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops acknowledged the trauma caused by Catholic boarding schools in a 56-page document released last month about Indigenous ministry, stating that “it has played a part in traumas experienced by Native children.”. Data recorded by the organization found that 20% of Indigenous peoples in...
Dozens of new laws take effect July 1
OKLAHOMA CITY – More than 80 laws signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt went into effect on Monday. A law that targets undocumented immigrants in Oklahoma was intended to go into effect on Monday, but has been blocked by a federal court. The law creates a new crime called “impermissible occupation” for willfully entering Oklahoma without […] The post Dozens of new laws take effect July 1 appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Oklahoma Congressman Josh Brecheen To Host Telephone Town Hall on July 10, at 7 p.m. Central Time
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen of Coalgate, Oklahoma will hosting a telephone town hall on July 10 at 7 p.m. Central Time. During the call, Congressman Brecheen will provide an update on some of the most pressing policy issues facing our country, including our nearly $35 trillion national debt, and answer live questions from constituents.
Former board alternate sues Oklahoma State Election Board
OKLAHOMA CITY – A former Oklahoma County Election Board alternate is suing the Oklahoma State Election Board after it alleged she made false claims. Jenni White was fired from her alternate position on the Oklahoma County Election Board in February after questioning the absentee ballot counting process. Former member Cheryl Williams was also removed. In […] The post Former board alternate sues Oklahoma State Election Board appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Tatum, Rennie are 2024 Oklahoma Golf Hall of Fame scholarship recipients
The job of the Oklahoma Golf Hall of Fame scholarship committee never gets easier. Every year the committee is overwhelmed by the quality of applicants applying for the two $5,000 scholarships it awards annually. This year was no different as there were outstanding applicants from throughout the state. Which should...
OKGOP Chair Obstructs His Removal
Saturday, June 29, 167 members of the Oklahoma State Committee met in Oklahoma City to vote on the removal of OK GOP Chair Nathan Dahm. Dahm was first presented with a call for his resignation on June 17 by 83 members (25% of the State Committee) for refusal to follow the rules.
Roland Rascals bring state title to Sequoyah County
The Roland Rascals brought a state title to Sequoyah County on Saturday as they defeated Stigler 9-7 in the state title game of the 2024 OK Kids Age 6-and-Younger Coach-Pitch State Tournament in Weatherford. In fact, of the four teams which were in the state semifinals, two were from Sequoyah County — the Rascals and Vian.
‘You're Really Ruining The Holiday For Other People Around You’: City Of Muskogee Cracking Down On Fireworks Violations
The City of Muskogee is cracking down on people shooting off fireworks this Fourth of July. The city council voted to implement new penalties for those who violate city ordinances for fireworks. The ordinances state you can't shoot off fireworks within 500 feet of a public building or church. You also can't shoot off fireworks at people or property.
‘I Was Scared’: Drivers Left With Damaged Cars After Highway 75 Buckles Near Ramona 5:
A group of drivers are looking at a repair bill after driving over a portion of Highway 75 that buckled Tuesday afternoon in Washington County. Drivers say it was scary because they say they didn’t have enough time to react, and they say their only choice was to go right into it and hope for the best.
Man Arrested, Accused Of Robbing Sand Springs Gas Station Clerk
A Sand Springs gas station clerk says a man with a knife robbed him, then took off with cash and cigarettes. It happened Monday morning at the Sav A Trip near Highway 412 west of town. Surveillance video helped Sand Springs Police arrest James Matlock within 12 hours. Records show...
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