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SPLC says Oklahoma parent organizations are ‘hate’ groups

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At one time, being a member of a hate group meant one was involved in acts of violence, including lynching, as was the case with the Ku Klux Klan. But now the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has redefined the phrase “hate group” to include parents whose only offense is being active in civic affairs…

Oklahoma gross receipts taper off as energy prices decline

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The 12-month total of $17.48 billion is $146 million less than the high-water mark set in March of $17.64 billion and is slightly less than last month’s total of $17.49 billion. When comparing May 2022 to May 2023, the total receipts decreased $15.6 million, or 1.2 percent. This monthly com- parison includes a drop in…

AAA Route 66 Road Fest – the mother of all road fests

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If you are a fan of Route 66, classic cars, Americana, the colorful history of The Mother Road, or just looking for a fun, family-friendly weekend activity –  you have found it! Experience Route 66 Like Never Before: Explore the history of Route 66 through interactive exhibits Marvel at hundreds of classic cars Enjoy our…

OK State Sen. Prieto at June 9.12 meeting

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Our guest speaker this month is Oklahoma State Sen. Dana Prieto who represents Senate District 34. The 9.12 June meeting will be at Spirit Life Church, 5345 S. Peoria Ave., Tulsa, at 6:30 p.m. on June 8. As a freshman Senator, Prieto has a unique perspective on the State Legislature, and the Senate in particular….

9.12 Breakfast with U.S. Congressman Hern

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U.S. Rep. Kevin Hern has requested to join us for a breakfast meeting on Thursday, June 29th at 10:00 a.m. The congressman will provide a re-cap of this past year in the U.S. House of Representatives and alert us to new opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. We will meet at The Big Biscuit at…

Participate in the Music of Dan Forest, composer, pianist, educator at Asbury

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Come sing with Dan Forrest and the Tulsa Community Choir! On August 25-26, 2023 Asbury Church will host the Tulsa Community Hymn Festival with acclaimed composer/arranger, Dan Forrest. For this event, we are creating the Tulsa Community Choir, a 200-voice choir comprised of Tulsa area choirs and individual singers. Important Information: Location: Asbury Church (6767…

June 15 Civics Class by Patriot Pastors

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The U.S. Naturalization process includes passing the U.S. Citizenship test. Could you pass the U.S. Citizenship test? Just how much do you know about U.S. history, the founding of this country, and what form of government we are supposed to have? Do you know who the U.S. President is? (Does he even know?!) Come join…

Trio of bills signed to further strengthen state elections

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation was signed into law this week to further secure Oklahoma elections and protect legitimate voters, including military personnel serving overseas. The three bills were authored by Sen. Brent Howard, R-Altus, and Rep. Carl Newton, R-Cherokee. “The Legislature passed these measures overwhelmingly to further strengthen our election and voting processes by providing…

Bill signed to crack down on illegal foreign ownership of land

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation was signed this week to stop the proliferation of illegal purchases of Oklahoma land by aliens and non-U.S. citizens since the legalization of medical marijuana. Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, authored Senate Bill 212 to keep such individuals from directly or indirectly, through a business entity or trust, owning land in the…

Oklahoma Supreme Court continues pro-Abortion rulings

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The Oklahoma Supreme Court has declared two state laws restricting abortion to be unconstitutional, citing an earlier ruling in which the court declared abortion is a right granted by the Oklahoma Constitution despite the fact that the state constitution contains no language directly or implicitly addressing abortion. In a March case, Oklahoma Call for Reproductive…