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SQ 832: National costs, and local consequences

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A new Oklahoma ballot proposal, State Question 832, would significantly increase the state’s minimum wage by tying it to the cost of living in expensive urban areas. The measure is on the ballot on June 16, 2026. Let us imagine that this ballot proposal would have passed, say, 10 years ago. If that were the…

The real cost of ‘top two’: Taxifornia shows us what happens

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The claim has been made that State Question 836, which changes Oklahoma’s primary election to a “top-two” model, would benefit taxpayers. Real-world experience suggests otherwise. Since California adopted a “top-two” primary election system in 2010, the tax burden on Californians has skyrocketed. The 15 years preceding the implementation of the “top-two” primary saw a rate…

OID fortified roof program saves homeowners millions

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OKLAHOMA – A first-of-its-kind study from the University of Alabama, commissioned by the Alabama Department of Insurance, showed that homeowners with FORTIFIED homes are better protected from hurricanes than with standard construction. FORTIFIED Standards are used to mitigate homes as part of the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) Strengthen Oklahoma Homes grant program. “The findings in…

Gas Prices down in Tulsa last week

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Average gasoline prices in Tulsa have fallen 9.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.60/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 321 stations in Tulsa. Prices in Tulsa are 25.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 28.0 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price…

Back to School Barber Bash this Sunday

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WHO: Tulsa Tech barber and cosmetology students, as well as instructors Local volunteer barbers and stylists Tulsa Tech administration Area partners and vendors Students and parents from across the region   WHAT: Tulsa Tech’s barber students, along with alumni and other partners will be providing FREE back-to-school haircuts and styling for school age children this…

OSSBA seeks another billion for schools … for administrators

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Since 2018, Oklahoma public school funding has increased by $3.3 billion, with per-pupil revenue surging 51 percent during that time. But the Oklahoma State School Boards Association (OSSBA), a lobbyist organization hired by school districts, says Oklahoma schools need $1 billion to $2 billion more. And the head of OSSBA says Oklahomans should not necessarily…

Owasso School Bond election to be held on September 9th

Tulsa Beacon

The Owasso Board of Education voted to accept a bond proposal at its regular board meeting on June 9, 2025. The bond included one resolution totaling $169,180,000.  The vote on the proposition will be held with a special election on September 9, 2025 for voters in the Owasso School District boundaries. The bond would be…

Summer reclaims headlines in July

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After months dominated by rain and severe weather, summer finally reclaimed the spotlight in Oklahoma during July. The state’s wet streak ended, replaced by rising heat and drying conditions. A lone tornado touchdown near Vance AFB extended the tornado streak to five consecutive months, bringing the 2025 total through July to 88. Sweltering July heat…

Stitt issues order directing agencies to enforce Pro-Life standards in state government

Tulsa Beacon

Governor Kevin Stitt issued an executive order strengthening Oklahoma’s commitment to protecting unborn life by directing state agencies to cease all public funding for any individual or organization affiliated with abortion providers. The order follows the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, which affirmed that states have the right…

Celebrate Smokey Bear’s birthday at OK State Parks

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Oklahoma State Parks and AARP Oklahoma invite families and nature lovers to join the fun as we celebrate the iconic Smokey Bear’s birthday on Saturday, August 9, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. This exciting birthday bash will be hosted at Sequoyah State Park, Lake Murray State Park, and Roman Nose State Park. Guests are…