The Oklahoma State Department of Education, in coordination with House and Senate leadership, asked the Trump administration Tuesday for a waiver from the “bureaucratic” strings tied to federal education funding.
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Artist Rick Sinnet (center) cuts the ribbon on his mural “Come Together” which adorns the side of the Seminole Street Donuts building on Milt Phillips.
Read moreA healthy diet is perhaps even more beneficial than people realize. Though it's widely known a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and low in saturated fat can help people maintain a healthy weight, various nutritious foods also promote strong vision.
Read moreThe Boomer Seminole Duplicate Bridge group met on Tuesday, March 18th. There were two and one-half tables in play. The winners were: First Place-Lisa Ainsworth, Konawa and Trigg Yerby, Ada.
Read moreOnce again, Oklahomans are reaching out to help family, friends, and neighbors as we’ve endured windstorms and wildfires across the state. Our hearts go out to those who’ve lost loved ones and to those who have lost their homes in the fires. It’s been a devasting few days, but we are extremely grateful for our first responders who’ve been on the front line. In many areas, those first responders are volunteers – our own Senate President Pro Tem, Lonnie Paxton, served as a volunteer firefighter in Tuttle for decades. Their efforts are invaluable and deeply appreciated. I also want to thank our volunteers with the Red Cross, Salvation Army, our local churches, and other community volunteers.
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