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…
STILLWATER – For many consumers, purchasing a gift card takes the stress out of finding the perfect gift to give. First introduced in the 1990s, gift cards have continued to gain in popularity. It is expected about $130 billion worth of gift cards will be purchased by the end of 2018. While they are a…
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…
Record-setting tax revenue for November, 12 months Lawmakers who want to raise taxes will have a weaker argument when the legislative session begins in February thanks to record-setting revenues pouring into state coffers. State Treasurer Ken Miller’s report on November tax receipts showed an increase of nearly 16 percent from November of 2017. The November…
Ten candidates have filed for the District 1 seat on the Tulsa Public School Board. Board member Gary Perceful is not seeking re-election, so that is an open seat. The candidates who filed from December 3-5 were: Stacey Woolley, Kyle R. Wagner, DeAnna Cooper, Niki Grauberger, Nicholas Cains, Brenda Barre, Chris Freedom, Scott Carter, Nicole…