SH-51 (Sixth St.) and US-177 (Perkins Rd.) narrowed through February
Eastbound and westbound SH-51 (Sixth St.) will narrow to one lane in each direction and shift to the eastbound lanes between the railroad tracks and Jardot Rd. at 8 a.m. Tuesday for a bridge project. Additionally, northbound and southbound US-177 (Perkins Rd.) will narrow to...
11/10/2016
The Fix: Gov. Fallin on How To Solve Oklahoma's Prescription Drug Epidemic
By John Lavitt'''? '?11/08/16
As communities throughout the country struggle to find solutions for prescription drug misuse and growing opioid-related overdoses, Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin has been one of the most proactive Republican leaders to...
Watch your wallet during the shopping season
STILLWATER, Okla. Unfortunately, thieves and fraudsters are as much a part of the holidays as brightly colored packages, sweet treats and warm family gatherings. That means shoppers need to keep a sharp eye out for those less interested in hunting up the perfect gift and...
11/10/2016
Shopping safely online during the holidays
STILLWATER, Okla. There are lots of advantages to shopping online no lines, a broader range of product options and, in some cases, the best pricing. Following a few important precautions this holiday season will help make shopping from your computer or tablet as hassle...
11/09/2016
November Commission Wrap-Up: County road and bridge plan approved
ODOT’s progress on rail improvements noted, $71.7 million in contracts awarded
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Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s Monday, Nov. 7 meeting include a report on the Oklahoma Department of...
Gov. Fallin Declares State of Emergency for Payne County after Earthquake
OKLAHOMA CITY ' Governor Mary Fallin has declared a state of emergency for Payne County due to a magnitude 5.0 earthquake that occurred Sunday evening near the city of Cushing.
The earthquake was felt in multiple states and has resulted in damage to numerous...
11/08/2016
Statement by Gov. Fallin on Action Taken by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission
OKLAHOMA CITY ' Governor Mary Fallin today issued the following statement on action taken by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission in response to the 5.0 magnitude earthquake Sunday evening in the Cushing area:
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'I support the quick action taken...
11/08/2016
Insurance Department Reaching Out to Consumers After Cushing Earthquake
OKLAHOMA CITY ' The Oklahoma Insurance Department is reaching out to Cushing residents affected by Sunday's 5.0 magnitude earthquake. Insurance Commissioner John D. Doak toured the damage Monday.
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'There is significant damage in Cushing,' said...
11/08/2016
Oklahoma Forester Honored
Oklahoma forester, Kurt Atkinson, is a recipient of the Society of American Foresters 2016 Fellow Award, a prestigious honor that recognizes long-standing service to the forestry profession.'Kurt is most deserving of this honor,' said George Geissler, director, Oklahoma...
11/08/2016
Oil and Gas Tax Collections Rise in October Gross Receipts
Charts and graphs
OKLAHOMA CITY ' For the first time in almost two years, October tax collections from the production of oil and natural gas topped collections from the same month of the prior year, State Treasurer Ken Miller announced today as he released...
11/07/2016
Small fruits gardens benefit from winter preparation
STILLWATER, Okla. Although Oklahoma just experienced one of the warmest Octobers in state history, gardeners still need to be thinking about and preparing to winterize their small fruits gardens.
ODOT begins bridge inspections minutes after 5.0 Cushing earthquake
Oklahoma Department of Transportation bridge crews began responding within 15 minutes of the 7:44 p.m. Sunday 5.0-magnitude earthquake just west of Cushing in Payne County.
Crews visually inspected 110 state highway system bridges within a 30-mile radius of the...
11/04/2016
Former Counselor Pleads Guilty to Medicaid Fraud, Identity Theft
OKLAHOMA CITY – A former behavioral health counselor pleaded guilty to Medicaid fraud and identity theft following charges brought by Attorney General Scott Pruitt.
Toris Emanuel Louie, 28, of Oklahoma City, submitted documents to his employer indicating that he...
11/04/2016
STEM to Naval Academy
Gordon Cooper Tech's pre-engineering program gave Whitney Heer the science and math foundation she needed to enter the naval academy.
11/04/2016
Forest Service Officials Issue Warning: Wildfire Risk Increasing
News release from the US Forest Service - November 4, 2016??HOT SPRINGS, Ark.'?" Lack of rainfall and dryness in Arkansas and Oklahoma have prompted Ouachita and Ozark-St. Francis National Forests officials to ask the public to be mindful of increased wildfire...