Project Lead the Way
Project Lead The Way provides middle and high schools with engaging, hands-on courses that prepare students to be innovative and productive leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
05/13/2015
OSDH Provides Tips to Avoid Injury from Flooded Areas
For Release:- May 13, 2015 - Office of Communications -??405/271-5601
As storms with elevated levels of rainfall continue to be a threat to the state, the Oklahoma State Department of Health's (OSDH) Emergency Preparedness and Response Service reminds residents...
05/12/2015
Jennifer Monies - Skills Gap
Workers with certifications or degrees are in high demand to fill jobs in Oklahoma's business and industry sector.
New Law Protects Storm Victims
OKLAHOMA CITY – A new law requested by Insurance Commissioner John D. Doak aims to protect Oklahoma storm victims. Senate Bill 439, signed by Gov. Mary Fallin Monday, ensures transparency and accountability in the insurance adjusting process.
“I...
OPERS Issues RFP for Design Services
The Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System has issued an RFP for Design Services. Proposals are due before Monday, June 1, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. Click here to view the RFP.
05/10/2015
The Oklahoman: Lawsuit against Oklahoma scholarship program defies logic
by The Oklahoman Editorial Board Published: May 10, 2015
We hope the individuals challenging an Oklahoma scholarship program for children with special needs are double-jointed. If not, all the contortions they’re going through to justify their...
AG Pruitt Warns Oklahomans of Scammers in Wake of Tornadoes, Flooding
Price gouging statutes in effect for 12 counties after emergency declared
OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Scott Pruitt said Oklahomans should be wary of criminals who stream into communities to target tornado and flood-damaged homes and businesses with scams...
05/07/2015
Shawnee Man Receives 10 Year Prison Sentence in Child Pornography Case
OKLAHOMA CITY – A Shawnee man pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 10 years in prison for child pornography charges, following an investigation by Attorney General Scott Pruitt and the state’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
Shane Doug...
05/06/2015
Attorney General Pruitt Charges Marshall County Man with Embezzlement
OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Scott Pruitt filed six felony counts against a Marshall County man for embezzling thousands of dollars from innocent citizens.
Between June 2011 and September 2013, Robert Eugene Jackson, III, of Madill, operated several...
05/06/2015
Career Change: Learning New Skills
The winds of change blow workers down new career paths requiring additional education and training and creating an opportunity to fill skills gaps in a new job in a new field.
05/06/2015
Governor Mary Fallin Signs Bill That Extends Abortion Waiting Time
“This legislation will help women get the information they need before making a decision they can’t take back,” said Fallin. “It will allow for more time to consider medical risks as well as explore alternatives to abortion, such as adoption.”...
05/06/2015
Governor Mary Fallin Signs Bill to Ban Tobacco from School Campuses
OKLAHOMA CITY - Governor Mary Fallin today signed House Bill 1685, requiring all Oklahoma schools to be tobacco-free. The bill is known as the "24/7 Tobacco-Free Schools Act".
Tobacco use of any kind will not be allowed on school grounds and the use of a...
05/06/2015
Treasurer Miller and Tulsa Zoo encourage students to plan for the future
Oklahoma 529 College Savings Plan ‘Think Big! Save for College!’ sweepstakes to award $2,529 toward college savings account for grand prize winner
TULSA, OK – State Treasurer Ken Miller, along with representatives from the Tulsa Zoo,...
05/06/2015
May Transportation Commission Wrap-up
I-44 Belle Isle bridge highlights state’s bridge needs; $35.5 million in contracts awarded
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 6, 2015
PR# 15-023
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s Monday, May 4 meeting include an update on the...
05/05/2015
AG Pruitt Files Brief in Lindsey Nicole Henry Scholarship Case
OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Scott Pruitt Tuesday announced the filing of a brief in the Oklahoma Supreme Court defending the Lindsey Nicole Henry scholarship fund.
The Lindsey Nicole Henry Act established a scholarship fund for parents of disabled...
05/05/2015
Governor Mary Fallin Signs Texting While Driving Ban
OKLAHOMA CITY - Governor Mary Fallin today signed House Bill 1965, making it illegal to text and drive in Oklahoma. HB 1965 makes texting while driving a primary offense, meaning law officers will be able to pull over anyone who is texting while operating a vehicle. The...