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Want a clean restroom in Oklahoma? Your best bet is Casey’s General Store

May 23, 2019

Millions of Americans hitting the road for the summer driving season can forgo the extra toilet paper when making a pit stop. GasBuddy says that gas station restrooms are getting cleaner, with the top-rated gas station brands in each state leading the charge. Casey’s General Store has the cleanest restrooms in Oklahoma. According to GasBuddy…

Oklahoma’s first case of measles is treated in Glenpool

May 23, 2019

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) and the Okmulgee County Health Department are investigating a confirmed case of measles in Okmulgee County. This is the first confirmed case of measles in Oklahoma since May 2018. As of January 1, there have been at least 839 cases of measles reported in the United States from…

OU researches tooth-colored fillings

May 23, 2019

When dentists discover cavities in their patients, they are often filled with a tooth-colored material that looks just like a person’s own teeth. However, tooth-colored fillings usually require replacement every five to seven years, often because tooth decay has formed under the filling. A researcher at the OU College of Dentistry in Oklahoma City is…

Mosquitoes thrive in wet weather

May 23, 2019 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER – With warmer weather, spending time outside is a priority for many. It is fun to invite friends and family over for a cookout. Unfortunately, there will likely be some unwanted pesky guests … mosquitoes. Much of the state has received quite a bit of rain lately, and while the moisture is welcome, it…

Allstate plans to hire 105 new agents

May 23, 2019

OKLAHOMA CITY (PRNewswire) – Oklahoma is growing, and now has more than 3.9 million people living in the state, according to Census data. To keep pace with growing population and consumer demand for insurance and financial services in the state, Allstate is looking to expand the Oklahoma agency force. Of the 105 sales professionals Allstate…

Paws & Pictures benefits the SPCA

May 23, 2019

The Tulsa SPCA will host the annual Paws & Pictures Event on June 30 at the Admiral Twin Drive-in, 7355 E. Easton St. A spokesman said they are “seeking Schnauzers and Siamese, calicos and collies, hounds and house cats. All area animal-lovers and their pets (on leashes) are invited.” Tickets are $7 for adults and…

For police careers, Oklahoma ranks No. 43 in nation

May 16, 2019

Forty-two states rank higher than Oklahoma when it comes to choosing a career as a police officer. With more than 900,000 law enforcement officers in the nation, WalletHub.com released its “2019’s Best and Worst State to Be a Police Officer.” In the “opportunity and competition” ranking, Oklahoma is No. 48. In “job hazards and protections”…

Councilors set probes of Tulsa police ‘disparities’

May 16, 2019

A panel appointed by the Tulsa City Council will meet June 26 to discuss the “racial and gender disparities” revealed in the city’s 2018 Equality Indicators Report. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Citizens can make comments at 5 p.m. on June 19 at the City Council Chambers…

OU president resigns

May 16, 2019

With less than a year in office amid periods of controversy and upheaval, University of Oklahoma President James L. Gallogly announced his resignation Sunday. Gallogly, 66, resigned as president just a day after the university finished with its 2019 commencement ceremonies. In his 10 months as university president, OU has been rocked by an investigation…

New law requires signed consent for use of antipsychotic drugs in nursing homes

May 16, 2019

A bill requiring informed consent for nursing home patients and their families regarding the use of powerful antipsychotic drugs has been signed into law. State Sen. Stephanie Bice, R-Oklahoma City, is the principal author of Senate Bill 142. Rep. Tammy West, R-Bethany, is the principal House author. The measure deals with the overuse of powerful…