First Oklahoma Novel H1N1 Influenza A, Swine Flu, Death Reported
The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) announced today that a 43-year-old male from Kay County is the state?s first novel H1N1 influenza A (swine flu) death in the state. The patient had sought medical care for his flu symptoms but had not been hospitalized. He did...
Governor Henry Closes Book on 2009 Session
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06/05/2009
Oklahoma Ag Technology Field Day Sprouting in Fairview
STILLWATER, Okla. " The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service will host the Oklahoma Ag Technology Field Day on July 28. This event takes place at the Northwest Technology Center in Fairview, Okla
Oklahoma Health Department to Close H1N1 Flu Hotline
The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) announced today that due to declining call volume, the agency will discontinue operation of its novel influenza A (H1N1) hotline after close of business this Friday, June 5. More than 1,300 calls were placed to the hotline since...
06/04/2009
Inventory Household Possessions in the Event of a Disaster
STILLWATER, Okla. " Powerful acts of nature have been capturing news headlines around the state. Many Oklahoma residents have experienced powerful tornadoes, wildfires and flooding over the last few months.
06/04/2009
Revenue Shortfall Declared, State Agencies to Take Across the Board Cuts
State revenue collections failed to meet estimates for a fifth consecutive month in May, forcing state officials to declare a revenue shortfall as annual collections fell below the amount needed to meet appropriated funding levels, State Treasurer Scott Meacham announced...
06/03/2009
Soldiers Relief Bill Approved
Legislation to exempt Oklahoma soldiers from state
income tax on federal pay has been signed into law. Senate Bill
881, authored by Sen. Steve Russell, R-Oklahoma City, and Rep.
Gary Banz, R-Midwest City, was signed by Gov. Brad Henry on...
State's Quality Jobs Program Expanded
June 1, 2009 -- Bolstering efforts by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to build a knowledge-based economy in the state, Governor Brad Henry recently signed a series of legislative bills designed to create high quality jobs, with some expected to pay 300% above the state's...
06/01/2009
What To Do with a Vacant GM Plant
Hope Grows When City, County and State Come Together for BusinessJune 1, 2009 -- As General Motors enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the company is expected to announce the closing of 14 plants across the country; leaving many communities to wonder: What to do with a...
OSU helps Oklahoma National Guard gear up for Afghanistan mission
STILLWATER, Okla. " It started with game-show flair and '50 things you need to know about Afghanistan,' but it was the beginning of Oklahoma State University's week-long, intensive training program for Oklahoma National Guard members who will be serving in that foreign...
INTEGRIS Blackwell Regional Hospital Recognized as CareerTech Champion
When Pioneer Technology Center began its first program, Practical Nursing in 1973, there was no campus or classroom space. INTEGRIS Blackwell Regional Hospital stepped in and provided classrooms along with on-the-job experience and training to PTC's nursing students.
05/27/2009
ACCIONA Energy North America Vice President Tom Hiester to Speak at Wind Commerce 2009
Leading Wind Power Developer, Turbine Maker to Discuss Supply Chain Opportunities for Oklahoma Businesses, Manufacturers, and EntrepreneursMay 27, 2009 -- As a leading renewable energy project developer with experience in Oklahoma, and as a company with assets in wind turbine...
05/27/2009
Winners Announced in the Oklahoma Historical Society Student Photography Contest
The Oklahoma Historical Society has announced the winners of this year's
Student Photography Contest. The contest was open to students grades 1-5, 6-8
and 9-12. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes were awarded in each category.
This year's theme was Oklahoma Focus. We...