Thursday Jul 10 | Oklahoma City Business
State Rep. Joe Dorman has been selected as a delegate by the American Council of Young Political Leaders to study the political systems of Nicaragua and El Salvador and promote the United States during a 14-day ...
Will some state employees have a four-day work week?
Lawton_The State of Oklahoma is considering the possibility of a four-day work week for state employees.
At Least 1 Dead In Head-On Semi Crash Near Rush Springs
At least one person is dead after a tractor-trailer collision southwest of the metro area, troopers said.
Scholarship program deadline near
The deadline for parents to enroll their children into the state's college tuition assistance program is fast approaching, prompting state Rep.
Easing the pain at the pump. State Representative Joe Dorman is spearheading a study to encourage alternative fuel use.
The fugitive that Mexia Police Department has been looking for since May 29 has been arrested in Rush Springs, Oklahoma after a phone call from a family member's residence alerted police to his location.
Electronic Reporting Bill Becomes Law
Brad Henry. Senate Bill 1507 could potentially save taxpayers thousands of dollars in printing and postage costs every year.
The race is on! Candidates file for Okla. offices
Lawton_The candidates' filing period for federal, state, and county offices wrapped up at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, and some Southwest Oklahoma lawmakers will serve two additional years in the state House.
2008 Oklahoma legislative session wraps up late
Oklahoma City_The close of the last day of the 2008 Oklahoma legislative session came late for lawmakers on Friday.
Rush Springs' seniors recall 12 years
Seniors present roses to parents DawnDee Bostwick RUSH SPRINGS - One more memory was made Friday evening as 51 seniors from Rush Springs High School's Class of 2008 prepared to receive their diplomas and take ...
Rural Catholics losing parishes [13 mins ago]
“Although I am not happy about these changes, I find them necessary in order to best serve you, the people of this area, as I simply have no other available priests to send at this time”
Three rural Roman Catholic churches are being closed due to changing demographics, a shortage of priests and leadership transitions with a local monastery, leaders with the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City have ... via NewsOK.com
Lawmaker encourages disaster funding
A state lawmaker is encouraging the Legislature to approve a plan to secure state dollars for emergency disasters in Oklahoma. via Tulsa World
Fire-safe cigarette bill on Henry's desk [2 hrs ago]
Legislation that would require retailers to sell only "fire safe" cigarettes in Oklahoma is awaiting Gov. via NewsOK.com
Oklahoma: Meningitis survivor urges vaccinations
“We need to make sure that there is education out there”
Less than a month after meningitis took the lives of a 12-year-old girl and her grandmother in Paoli, a meningitis survivor urged Oklahomans Tuesday to be vaccinated against the contagious disease. via Joplin Globe
Lawmakers Recall Bill from Governor's Desk Will Revise Measure to Ensure Clarity
"A few people are concerned about potential unintended consequences of this legislation, so we chose to simply recall Senate Bill 1507 and clean up the language," said state Rep. via Oklahoma City Business
Meningitis Survivor Promotes Vaccinations
“I went to an expert and he said you know I really think it's anxiety about going to college”
Tuesday, April 29, 2008; Posted: 3:48 p.m. Amanda Moran is on a mission to save lives. via KSBI Oklahoma City
“Matt was competing against the cream of the crop across the state of Oklahoma”
As the semester came to a close, three vocal students at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma put themselves to the test and competed for singing awards at the Oklahoma National Association of ... via Chickasha Daily Express
TulsaWorld.com - Column - Averill
“I'm goin' back to Tulsa one more time.”
Leon Russell's 'Home Sweet Oklahoma' is on my mind Cheer the light Still the fires Raise your voice for God, love and rock 'n' roll -- Teegarden & Van Winkle The Oklahoma House and Senate have passed House ... via TulsaWorld.com - Column - Averill
Proposal calls for state rock song [30 mins ago]
“It truly promotes the history and interest in music in Oklahoma”
Oklahoma has an official rock, the Barite Rose Rock, but not an official "rock" song. via NewsOK.com
Rush Springs' pit bull terrier ban unenforceable [14 mins ago]
“Under our current law, the first bite is free”
The city of Rush Springs has an ordinance that essentially bans pit bull terriers and pit bull terrier mixes. via NewsOK.com