State
Sapulpa Representative Mark Lawson has been named House Majority Leader
December 20, 2024
First elected to the House in 2016, Lawson has been a driving force behind several key legislative achievements, including reform to human services across the state, advocating for public health and recently standing firm alongside Speaker Hilbert to halt energy transmission lines in his district.
Controversial energy transmission line halted following packed meeting at Creek County Fairgrounds
December 14, 2024
Speaker-Elect Kyle Hilbert said the decision showed the impact of grassroots initiatives and local input.
Take advantage of tax deductions before the end of the year
December 13, 2024
Energy-efficient home improvements, charitable donations, retirement accounts, dependent care and educational expenses are some options that can help ensure a more favorable financial outcome when filing taxes in the spring.
OSU Extension, AARP connect communities through library hotspot program
December 8, 2024
Oklahoma State University Extension and AARP Oklahoma are celebrating their continued partnership of the state’s library hotspot program.
Tax Cuts and Mental Health: State legislators meet in Sapulpa to discuss the 60th legislative session
October 25, 2024
More than 70 people showed up for the Joint Civic Luncheon this Thursday, where legislators talked about what they expect to cover in what will the 60th legislative session.
State health department shares information on preventing older adults from falling
September 20, 2024
Every week, 16 older adults die and 149 are hospitalized from a fall-related injury in the state.
Oklahoma Health Department says West Nile Virus is now “widespread”
August 7, 2024
Over the last month, evidence of WNV activity has increased across the state and is now considered widespread. Positive mosquito pools have been identified in many regions of Oklahoma.
Oklahoma Tourism Department praises “Twisters,” highlights key filming locations.
July 29, 2024
With a successful opening weekend of $81.2 million at the domestic box office, “Twisters” has solidified its place as a summer blockbuster.
Attorney General Drummond warns consumers to avoid overdue toll charge scam
May 29, 2024
Attorney General Gentner Drummond is warning Oklahoma consumers about a new scam in Oklahoma involving text messages about overdue toll charges.
Governor signs key Gollihare bills into law
May 1, 2024
Governor Stitt has signed into law a handful of Gollihare’s bills, including public safety proposals, a measure to protect landowner’s property rights and a bill on firefighter’s pensions.