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Youth invited to participate in ‘Oklahoma Gardening’ contest

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STILLWATER, Okla. – In conjunction with the 50th anniversary celebration of “Oklahoma Gardening,” middle and high school youth from across the state are invited to participate in a fun and friendly gardening contest. Who/What: While “Oklahoma Gardening” reflects on its roots, the show also focuses on the future and celebrates the next generation of green…

Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs announces collaboration with Grace After Fire to expand Veteran Support Services

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OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA) is proud to announce a new collaboration with Grace After Fire, a veteran-centered nonprofit organization, to expand services and support for Oklahoma’s women veterans and their families. This partnership brings together ODVA’s extensive network of veteran services and Grace After Fire’s proven expertise in community…

Oklahoma ranked Seventh most Gambling Addicted State

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Gambling exists in every state, even Hawaii and Utah, where gambling is prohibited by law. But not all gamblers are the same. “Recreational” or “social” gamblers, for instance, buy the occasional lottery ticket, take the rare casino trip or bet small stakes in fantasy sports. But they also are mentally able to quit at any…

Oklahoma Senate Committee advances new tax-reform plan

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This year’s legislative session has included much focus on addressing the problems created by Oklahoma’s tax on work and investment, the personal income tax. Gov. Kevin Stitt has called for lowering the top tax rate from 4.75 percent to 4.25 percent and putting the tax on a path to complete repeal over time. Both chambers…

Tulsa Gas prices down again

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Average gasoline prices in Tulsa have fallen 9.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.68/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 321 stations in Tulsa. Prices in Tulsa are 7.5 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 52.5 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price…

Plant-It-OK is a new OSU Dept of Horticulture App

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The OSU Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture will soon release Plant-It OK, a new horticulture app designed to help Oklahomans make informed decisions about landscapes and plants. The app is undergoing final pilot testing and will be available for download in April. The platform will provide a comprehensive and easy-to-use database of Oklahoma-centric ornamental…

Rep. Ford Invites All to Attend Annual Ruck-Off

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Ross Ford, R-Broken Arrow, invites all Oklahomans to attend the third annual Oklahoma Memorial Trail Ruck-Off in Broken Arrow on Saturday, May 10. This year’s ruck-off is named in honor of U.S. Army Infantry Major Clarence Oliver, a combat veteran of the Korean War who resides in Broken Arrow. The ruck-off…

Five Ways to help keep Food on your Table

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Oklahoma Human Services helps Oklahomans fight hunger and prevent food insecurity OKLAHOMA CITY (April 17, 2025) – Oklahoma Human Services plays a vital role in helping Oklahomans prevent hunger and food insecurity for themselves and their family members. The agency administers several programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps) and…

OK House Committee quickly approves ban on men in women’s prisons

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In a hearing that took only minutes, members of a state House committee voted to change Oklahoma law to explicitly ban men from being placed in women’s prisons. Senate Bill 418, by state Sen. Julie Daniels and state Rep. Toni Hasenbeck, requires Oklahoma prisons to “designate each multi-occupancy restroom, changing room, and sleeping quarters for…

Gas Prices down this week

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Average gasoline prices in Tulsa have fallen 8.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.77/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 321 stations in Tulsa. Prices in Tulsa are 10.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 49.5 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price…