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How much do Tulsa residents care about buying American?

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A new study on behalf of Trace One has identified the U.S. states and designated market areas (DMAs) with the greatest interest in American-made goods. As foreign trade policies shift under new federal initiatives, interest in American-made products is on the rise. With the recent announcement of a “reciprocal” tariff plan by the Trump Administration,…

Atteberry, Norwood win in May 13 Special Elections

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On Tuesday, May 13th the slates for the two June 10th Special House elections were decided.  The Republican sides of the ballot were down to two candidates each in this runoff. These special House elections were caused by the resignation of two House members after they won the November election.  They resigned to take County…

Memorial Day events at Floral Haven Cemetary

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Floral Haven’s 53rd Annual Memorial Day Weekend honors our nation’s veterans and celebrates the 53rd anniversary of the Avenue of Flags. This meaningful weekend is a time to remember, pay tribute, and come together in shared gratitude.   Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM Volunteers from American Legion Post #308 place small flags on…

Oklahoma Substance Use Disorder Providers Call for Answers Regarding Owed Funding

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OKLAHOMA CITY, May 20, 2025 — More alarm bells are ringing regarding the Department of Mental Health after a coalition of 12 Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment providers notified legislative leaders Monday they are collectively owed more than $8 million by ODMHSAS amid the agency’s chaotic budget crisis. The dozen providers—which comprise more than 81%…

Bill to Prevent Men from Being Housed in Women’s Prisons Signed into Law

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OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill protecting the privacy rights of incarcerated women has been signed into law by Governor Kevin Stitt. Senate Bill 418 requires the Oklahoma Department of Corrections to designate restrooms, changing areas and sleeping quarters exclusively for either female or male inmates. This legislation was authored by Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie…

Governor Signs Blair’s Child Abduction Prevention Bill into Law

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Children at risk of being taken or concealed during custody disputes will now have stronger legal protections under House Bill 2081, authored by Rep. Jason Blair, R-Moore, and recently signed into law. HB2081 creates the Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act, allowing courts to step in with preventative measures when there is credible…

COLLEGE BASEBALL ROUNDUP

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Golden Eagles sweep South Dakota State 4-0 Oral Roberts swept a four-game series at South Dakota State to win a share of the Summit League regular season title. ORU finished tied with St. Thomas with identical conference records (21-9), but St. Thomas is not eligible for post-season play, as they are in their final year…

Tulsa Beats Top-Seeded Quad City

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The Oilers extended their franchise-best win streak to four games.   Tulsa, Okla. — Tulsa Oilers Football, a proud member of the IFL and powered by Community Care, handed the Quad City Steamwheelers their first home loss of the season and captured a win over the number one seed in the East. After giving up…

Election Reform Bill passes in House

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OKLAHOMA CITY – A measure reorganizing when certain elections are held in Oklahoma passed the Oklahoma House of Representatives floor this week. Rep. Mike Osburn, R-Edmond, presented Senate Bill 652, which streamlines the election process by establishing five election days annually, scheduled in February, April, June, August and November. There are currently 12 possible election…

House Passes Reform Bills for Unemployment Tax

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Two bills aimed at modernizing Oklahoma’s unemployment tax system—one reducing costs for employers and the other cracking down on fraud—have passed the House floor and now head to the governor’s desk. Carried in the House by Rep. Mark Tedford, R-Jenks, Senate Bill 911 reduces the top unemployment tax rate from 9.2% to…