Walters Proposes Eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Schools

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — On Thursday, another board meeting was held regarding Oklahoma education, and proposed rule changes for the upcoming year were discussed. Last year, State Superintendent Ryan Walters proposed rules that would eliminate K-12 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs, promote religion in the classroom, and update the teacher code of conduct. Some of... Read More.
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‘Will of the People’: Oklahoma Lawmaker Bill Coleman Proposes Recall Elections for State Offices

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — An Oklahoma lawmaker wants to amend the state constitution to allow for recall elections at the state level. State Sen. Bill Coleman (R-Ponca City) plans to bring his idea to fellow policymakers during the upcoming legislative session. “The will of the people is something that should be taken very seriously,” he shared. His... Read More.

Blackwell City Council proposes utility rate hikes

The Blackwell Journal-Tribune reports that the Blackwell City Council are proposing a series of utility rate hikes for residents in the Blackwell community.The BJT reports that the Council discussed at Thursday's meeting and approved a first reading of four utility rate increases for sewer, solid waste, water and electric services.If the increases are approved... Read More.
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State Superintendent Hofmeister proposes schools to not re-open

Oklahoma State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister proposed on Monday that all schools in the state will not reopen for the rest of the school year due to the spread of COVID-19. This includes area schools across northern Oklahoma. Rather than returning to class, Oklahoma students are expected to continue distance learning until the end of... Read More.