Tulsa Beacon editor Charley Biggs was the top picker for the newspaper this season. Nephew Brandon Biggs correctly picked 13 of 19 bowl games (the Boston College/Boise State game was canceled due to lightning) but he came in third for the season. Charley Biggs was 10-9 in bowl picks and 133-45 overall. Brother Jon Biggs…
The City of Tulsa trash collection will not take place on Christmas Day (December 25) or New Year’s Day ( January 1). Collection days will be moved back a day in the case of these two holidays. Customers who have a Tuesday collection day will get service on Wednesday (December 26 and January 2). City…
The U.S. House on December 12 passed The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 conference report, also known as the 2018 farm bill. “Oklahoma family farmers and ranchers today rest a little easier thanks to Congress’ action in passing the 2018 farm bill this week, even as our state’s agricultural producers face the constant threats of…
OKLAHOMA CITY – Governor-Elect Kevin Stitt paid a visit to the Oklahoma Army National Guard’s Regional Training Institute (RTI) on December 13. More than 50 Oklahoma Army National guardsmen were in the second day of a two-day training seminar at the RTI when Stitt stopped by to offer a few comments. During his comments, Stitt…
U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Oklahoma, said several Oklahoma communities received BUILD Grants from the Department of Transportation totaling $26.5 million today. Inhofe advocated for each of the grants through letters to Secretary Chao. The grants included $14.3 million for Oklahoma City’s Bus Rapid Transit system that will strengthen rural access and improve economic vitality; $5.7…
The free pet vaccination clinic that had been scheduled for Saturday, December 8, has been rescheduled for January 12 at Hicks Park, 3443 S. Mingo Road. Free vaccinations will be available for dogs and cats from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last. Free vaccines will include rabies, DAPP2 and FVRCP. Also available…
State Rep. Johnny Tadlock announced he is changing his political party affiliation from Democrat to Republican. “This to me is not at all about party affiliation,” said Tadlock, from Idabel. “This is about representing the people who live in my district to the best of my ability and making sure their voice is heard at…
Governor-elect Kevin Stitt has nominated Blayne Arthur as the next Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture, a position that will require State Senate confirmation. “Blayne Arthur is a deeply respected leader in Oklahoma agriculture, known for her excellence in public service, her entrepreneurial spirit, and her passion mentoring youth,” said Stitt. “As Secretary of Agriculture, Blayne will…
Sen. John Haste has been chosen to serve on several key committees in the Oklahoma State Senate. Senate President Pro Tempore-designate Greg Treat announced the appointments. The freshman Republican will serve on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Health and Human Services as well as the Retirement and Insurance, Education, and Veterans and Military Affairs Committees. “I’m…
Oklahoma has a ban on tobacco products for public and private school buildings and vehicles. After conducting an interim study this fall, state Sen. J.J. Dossett has filed legislation for the 2019 session that would extend that ban to vaping. “If you look at the studies coming out from the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and…