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Protecting Oklahoma’s Future

Wednesday, May 21

By Rep. Ty Burns, R-PawneeLast week brought historic progress at the Capitol. I’m proud to share that we’ve reached a responsible and conservative budget agreement that delivers real tax relief, protects crucial services and keeps Oklahoma on the right track.Working with House and Senate leadership and Gov. Stitt, we’ve... Read More.

Historic Price Tower in Bartlesville finds new owner, plans for renovation underway

Wednesday, May 21

Bartlesville, Okla. — A National Historic Landmark in Bartlesville is under new ownership.The President of Brickhugger, LLC says they plan to do with the Price Tower something similar to what they did with the Mayo Hotel in Downtown Tulsa."I hope that whatever they plan, I know that they're keeping sustainability... Read More.

Miss Oklahoma Competition moves to OKC metro after 70 years in Tulsa

Wednesday, May 21

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Miss Oklahoma Competition is moving to the OKC metro area after 70 years in Tulsa.The competition is from June 4-7 at the Rose State Performing Arts Center. There are 40 Miss Oklahoma delegates and 33 Miss Oklahoma's Teen delegates who will compete for the title... Read More.

Bill to Prevent Men from Being Housed in Women’s Prisons Signed into Law

Wednesday, May 21

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill protecting the privacy rights of incarcerated women has been signed into law by Governor Kevin Stitt.Senate Bill 418 requires the Oklahoma Department of Corrections to designate restrooms, changing areas and sleeping quarters exclusively for either female or male inmates.This legislation was authored... Read More.

Third Annual Hmong Day held at State Capitol

Tuesday, May 20

OKLAHOMA CITY – The 3rd annual Hmong Day was held at the State Capitol on May 15, hosted in partnership with the Hmong American Association of Oklahoma.Sen. Shane Jett, R-Shawnee, formally recognized the Hmong delegation on the Senate floor, honoring the community and the service of the Hmong Vietnam... Read More.

AMBUC POOL OPENS MAY 26, WENTZ POOL CLOSED FOR SUMMER

Tuesday, May 20

The Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce that AMBUC Pool will open on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 for the summer.AMBUC Pool will be open daily from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with Senior/Adult swim from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The pool will be closed on... Read More.

NOC to Become Purple Heart College

Tuesday, May 20

The Northern Oklahoma College Board of Regents approved a proclamation that makes NOC a Purple Heart College.Regents passed the proclamation at a recent meeting in Enid.The board heard a presentation from Elaine Johns, Executive Director of the Woodring Wall of Honor and Veterans Park in Enid. Three-time Purple Heart... Read More.

‘Shai Cooper Act’ to Take Effect This Year

Tuesday, May 20

A pro-family measure streamlining the adoption process for immediate relatives while protecting children will take effect later this year.Rep. Erick Harris, R-Edmond, authored House Bill 2647, which establishes clear provisions on when a court can waive preplacement home studies. It also expands the eligibility for these... Read More.

Bill to Recruit Foster Parents Becomes Law

Tuesday, May 20

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation from Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, R-Bartlesville, to recruit more foster families to serve the thousands of Oklahoma children in need of loving foster homes has become law.Senate Bill 658 has been signed into law to ensure that eligible foster or... Read More.

Smurfs, dragons and aliens: Family movies lean into magic and wonder this summer

Tuesday, May 20

“How to Train Your Dragon” filmmaker Dean DeBlois has heard the “remake fatigue” concerns. In Hollywood’s quest to get family audiences to movie theaters, the industry has often opted to re-package something familiar, lately in the form of a live-action, or hybrid remake. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t.That’s... Read More.

Trump administration to pay family of slain Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt $5M: reports

Tuesday, May 20

(NEXSTAR) – The U.S. government has agreed to pay nearly $5 million to the family of Ashli Babbitt, the Jan. 6 rioter who was fatally shot by police during the 2021 attack on the Capitol, according to multiple reports.The Washington Post first reported the settlement, citing two people “briefed on... Read More.

Tornado warning for multiple counties, severe storms moving through Oklahoma

Monday, May 19

TULSA, Okla. - The threat of strong to severe storms will increase over the next few hours. Severe storms and hail are moving through Green Country, and a tornado warning is in effect for Adair, Cherokee, Hughes, Pittsburg and Delaware County. ACTIVE WATCHES & WARNINGS:A TORNADO WATCH is in effect Adair,... Read More.