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Law enforcement grant helps catch drug dealers in Tulsa

March 7, 2019

Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter has filed drug trafficking and other related charges on two Tulsans after officers with the Tulsa Police Department searched a southeast Tulsa residence. Officers found James Mitchell and Tynisa Williams in possession of nearly two pounds of methamphetamine, three pounds of ecstasy and 10 guns, including assault-style weapons, during the…

Assistance for motorcycle enthusiasts

March 7, 2019

Whether motorcycle riders want to cruise the Mother Road, see stunning fall foliage or learn more about Oklahoma’s history, a new Oklahoma Motorcycle Guide has the rides to help them plan their journey. Produced by the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department, the 40-page guide features 12 rides throughout the state that showcase Oklahoma’s diverse terrain….

Spring enrollment dips at NOSU

March 7, 2019

Northwestern Oklahoma State University followed the trend of most of the state’s colleges and universities with a slightly smaller enrollment for the spring semester. A total of 1,818 students enrolled in spring classes, which is 39 students or 2.1 percent fewer than last year. Most public community colleges and universities in the state system are…

TCC fundraising keeps on growing

March 7, 2019

Plans for a Student Success Center on TCC’s West Campus advanced as the Hardesty Family Foundation announced a $1 million gift to TCC’s largest fundraising campaign, Clearing the Pathway: The Campaign for Completion. The college also announced the new facility will be named after Roger Hardesty and his wife, Donna Hardesty. The multi-year campaign wants…

Gasbuddy: here’s how to save money

March 7, 2019

GasBuddy, a smartphone app connecting drivers with the Perfect Pit Stop, issued its 2019 Pump Habits Study, an annual study to glean insights on how consumers decide where and when to stop for fuel, revealing that drivers can overpay by up to $375 per year due to factors such as laziness, procrastination, and not taking…

Prophecy Conference April 4-6 here

March 7, 2019

Two great signs – the Gospel and the Nation Israel – will be the theme for the 10th Annual Mid-America Prophecy Conference April 4-6 at the Marriott Tulsa Southern Hills, 1902 E. 71st St. “This is not a ‘prophecy playground’ conference,” said author Philip Goodman of Bibleprophecyaswritten.com. “It is rooted in the Bible as a…

Southern Baptist and GOP leaders criticize SB13 to abolish abortion

February 28, 2019

The Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma is publicly opposing Senate Bill 13, the Abolition of Abortion in Oklahoma Act. Sen. Joseph Silk, R-Broken Bow, is the author of SB13, which would bring an immediate end to legalized abortion in Oklahoma. “The BGCO’s letter asserts Senate Bill 13 would be invalidated by the courts, but the…

Bill targets abortionist licenses

February 28, 2019

The Oklahoma House Public Health Committee approved a bill that would strip away the state license of any doctor who commits an abortion. This is almost identical to a bill by Sen. Nathan Dahm, R-Broken Arrow, that passed both houses but was vetoed by ex-Gov. Mary Fallin three years ago. HB1182 by Rep. Jim Olson,…

Ribeye may be the state steak?

February 28, 2019

The ribeye may soon be the official state steak. State Sen. Casey Murdock, R-Felt, is the author of Senate Bill 21. Murdock said the bill is all about promoting a vital part of Oklahoma’s economy and heritage. “The cattle industry is a huge part of Oklahoma’s identity,” Murdock said. “We have 5.1 million head of…

Constitutional carry bill advances

February 28, 2019

The Senate Appropriations Committee overwhelmingly approved a bill that would permit Oklahomans to carry firearms without a permit. The committee voted 18-4 for the “constitutional carry” bill and sent the measure on to be considered by the entire Senate. House Bill 2597 by Sen. Kim David, R-Wagoner, and Representative Jon Echols, R-Oklahoma City, would permit…