OSU's James Trapp riding into the sunset after 41 years of public service
STILLWATER, Oklahoma The new year will be bringing more than its normal share of change when Oklahoma State University's James Trapp retires in January after 41 years of public service, the last 11 years as associate director of the statewide Oklahoma Cooperative Extension...
11/27/2017
OHP announces new Chief
The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety announces that Oklahoma Highway Patrol Chief Ricky Adams is retiring. Effective Dec. 1, Michael S. Harrell will be promoted to the position of Chief of the Patrol.
Harrell is a graduate of the 48th OHP Academy in 1995. Previous...
Gov. Fallin Thanksgiving Statement
OKLAHOMA CITY ' Governor Mary Fallin today released the following statement on the Thanksgiving holiday:
'As we prepare to celebrate another Thanksgiving, I continue to be thankful to the people of Oklahoma for giving me the opportunity to serve as their...
11/22/2017
Gov. Fallin Announces Feeding Oklahoma Drive Results
OKLAHOMA CITY ' Governor Mary Fallin today announced the totals from her eighth annual Feeding Oklahoma Drive. The month-long drive, which ran throughout October, benefited the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, and the more than...
11/22/2017
OSU's James Trapp riding into the sunset after 41 years of public service
STILLWATER, Oklahoma The new year will be bringing more than its normal share of change when Oklahoma State University's James Trapp retires in January after 41 years of public service, the last 11 years as associate director of the statewide Oklahoma Cooperative Extension...
11/22/2017
S-wheat Thanksgiving delights
This week, a familiar scene will be playing out in homes across the nation with families gathering around elaborate spreads to give thanks.
11/22/2017
US-64 narrows at US-81 in Enid through Friday, Dec. 1
Eastbound US-64 (travels south) will be narrowed to one lane at the US-81 interchange on the north side of Enid from 7 a.m. Monday through Friday, Dec. 1 for surface repair. Drivers should be alert to workers near the roadway and plan extra travel time in this area
Gov. Fallin Takes Steps to Bring More Efficiency to State Government
OKLAHOMA CITY ' Governor Mary Fallin today took steps to address bringing more efficiency in state spending, as was listed in her recent special legislative session call.
The governor issued two separate executive orders dealing with the administrative costs...
11/21/2017
Gov. Fallin Appoints Langston University Vice President to OJA Board
OKLAHOMA CITY ' Governor Mary Fallin today announced she has appointed Mautra S. Jones to the Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) Board of Directors. She fills the seat vacated by Scott Williams, who tendered his resignation as a member of the OJA governing board in...
11/21/2017
New program will help train farmers market managers
STILLWATER, Okla. The popularity of local farmers markets is increasing around the state, and Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension is partnering with the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center to offer training for market managers.
11/21/2017
OSU's James Trapp riding into the sunset after 41 years of public service
STILLWATER, Oklahoma The new year will be bringing more than its normal share of change when Oklahoma State University's James Trapp retires in January after 41 years of public service, the last 11 years as associate director of the statewide Oklahoma Cooperative Extension...
11/21/2017
OKC Traffic Advisory- I-40 ramp, lane closes at Western Ave. Tuesday
The eastbound I-40 on-ramp from Western Ave. and the right lane of eastbound I-40 at Western Ave. (mm 149) will be closed from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at the request of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol for an ongoing investigation. Drivers can expect delays in the area...
Tulsa Traffic Advisory 11-21-17
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65th W. Ave. closed over US-412/US-64/SH-51
All lanes of 65th W. Ave. are closed over US-412/US-64/SH-51 until further notice due to bridge damage. A local detour is in place.
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US-412/US-64...
11/21/2017
OKC Traffic Advisory 11-21-17
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I-235 ramp at N. 36th St. closes, I-235 narrows to one lane Tuesday night
The northbound I-235 on-ramp from N. 36th St. will be closed and northbound I-235 will be narrowed to one lane between N. 36th St. and I-44...
11/21/2017
Thanksgiving Traffic Advisory 11-21-17
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***REMINDER ' ODOT offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday***
The following construction projects will impact travel on major highways and interstates Wednesday, Nov. 22...
11/21/2017
I-35 narrowed near Thackerville Tuesday
Northbound I-35 is narrowed to one lane at mile marker 8 near Thackerville in Love County until 6 p.m. today for bridge repairs.??Drivers should be prepared to stop at this location and plan extra travel time.??
11/20/2017
Gov. Fallin Announces Retirement of Veterans Affairs Director, Cabinet Secretary
OKLAHOMA CITY ' Governor Mary Fallin today announced that retired Maj. Gen. Myles Deering is retiring as executive director of the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs, effective Jan. 31, 2018. Deering also will step down then as secretary of veterans affairs on the...