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Cherokee Nation awards $1.8 million in grants to boost public health and wellness

Wednesday, August 20 by KTUL

TAHLEQUAH, OKLA. (KTUL) — The Cherokee Nation has awarded $1.8 million in grants to 34 entities to enhance public health and wellness initiatives.The grants, part of the newly launched Public Health and Wellness Partners Grant program, aim to improve access to wellness activities and programs across communities.Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. said the program's initial... Read More.

Oklahoma’s big bucks: Hunting & fishing license overhaul pays off with $4.8 million boost

Monday, August 11 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife is already seeing a big return on revamping its hunting and fishing license system.Senate Bill 941 went into effect July 1, 2024, adjusting the licenses people can get in Oklahoma for recreational hunting and fishing. It reduced the number of licenses from 64 to 47.SB 941... Read More.

‘More than a bike fest’ : Annual bike rally bringing $2.1M boost to Tulsa’s Greenwood District

Monday, May 19 by News 6

By: Ethan Wright TULSA, Okla. - The roar of engines echoed through Tulsa this weekend—but it wasn’t just the sound of motorcycles making noise. It was the message of unity lining the streets of Greenwood during the 4th annual Black Wall Street Rally.Organizers estimate around 20,000 people came out for the, many riding in from all across the country.One... Read More.

Trump Agrees to Pause Tariffs on Canada and Mexico After They Pledge to Boost Border Enforcement

Tuesday, February 4 by Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday agreed to a 30-day pause on his tariff threats against Mexico and Canada as America’s two largest trading partners took steps to appease his concerns about border security and drug trafficking.The pauses provide a cool-down period after a tumultuous few days that... Read More.

Native Tribes are Working With Schools to Boost Attendance

Thursday, December 5 by Ponca City Now

WATONGA, Okla. (AP) — As the Watonga school system’s Indian education director, Hollie Youngbear works to help Native American students succeed — a job that begins with getting them to school.She makes sure students have clothes and school supplies. She connects them with federal and tribal resources. And when students don’t show... Read More.

Stories tagged with: boost

Cherokee Nation awards $1.8 million in grants to boost public health and wellness

Oklahoma’s big bucks: Hunting & fishing license overhaul pays off with $4.8 million boost

‘More than a bike fest’ : Annual bike rally bringing $2.1M boost to Tulsa’s Greenwood District

Trump Agrees to Pause Tariffs on Canada and Mexico After They Pledge to Boost Border Enforcement

Native Tribes are Working With Schools to Boost Attendance

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