On the Nov. 2 ballot, Oklahomans will decide whether or not they want Oklahoma to opt-out of federal health care through State Question 756. SQ 756 is based upon Senate Joint Resolution 59, which was co-sponsored by Sen. Dan Newberry, R-Tulsa, and passed in the spring 2010 legislative session. “What (SQ 756) allows is for […]
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Emily Virgin and Kent Hunt face off for a chance to represent Norman in the state House
University of Oklahoma law student Emily Virgin, a Democrat, and self-employed lawn care professional Kent Hunt, a Republican, are running for Oklahoma House District 44’s seat, left open by term-limited Rep. Bill Nations, D-Norman. Encompassing much of the University of Oklahoma Norman campus, both candidates for District 44 said they hope to improve education for […]
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Democrat Dana Orwig will face incumbent Republican Jason Nelson for the metro’s House District 87 seat
Democrat challenger Dana Orwig will face Republican incumbent Jason Nelson in the November elections for a chance to represent District 87 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. District 87 encompasses part of the western quadrant of Oklahoma City, from east of May Avenue west to Meridian Avenue, and from N.W. 16th Street north to Northwest […]
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Citizens descend on state Capitol for budget rally
If the state legislators do not adjust revenue spending before next session, every state agency will have to trim up to 12 percent on top of the cuts already enacted this session, Oklahoma Policy Institute Director David Blatt said yesterday at a budget rally in the state Capitol. Throughout the morning, groups of participants wearing […]
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Two new abortion bills become law, but one is being challenged by a reproductive rights center
Less than two weeks after enacting a bill requiring abortion patients to undergo an ultrasound, Oklahoma courts granted a pro-choice group’s request to temporarily prevent the state from carrying out the law. The Center for Reproductive Rights, a pro-choice law firm based in New York City, filed a lawsuit against the state concerning House Bill […]
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The Symphony Show House becomes cafe and boutique to benefit Oklahoma City Orchestra League
37th annual Symphony Show House, hosted by The Oklahoma City Orchestra LeagueThe Mansion on Lake Overholser 2550 E. Overholser Drive 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays; noon to 4 p.m. SundaysThrough May 16 848-6787, symphonyshowhouse.publishpath.com$12-$13.50 The Oklahoma City Orchestra League opens the doors to its 37th annual Symphony Show House to the public […]
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Artists, performers and even adult toy vendors will don togas with attendees at the Carnality Ball
Carnality BallOklahoma City Farmers Public Market 311 S. Klein 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday $15 in advance, $20 at the door VIP tickets $45 in advance, $50 at the doorwww.carnalityball.com Attendees must be 18 or older Pull out your togas, open Pandora’s box and take in the sights and sounds of the fourth annual […]
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Oklahoma Orchid Society hosts national orchid show and sale
Oklahoma Orchid Society 2010 AOS/SWROGA Spring Show and SaleClarion Meridian Hotel & Convention Center 737 S. Meridian10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. SundayFull registration, $109; viewing, $5427-2133 It’s been 21 years since the Oklahoma Orchid Society has played host to an American Orchid Society-sponsored event, but this week, hundreds of varieties of […]
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Former President Clinton receives Reflections of Hope Award at Western Heritage Museum
The way Oklahoma City handled adversity after April 19, 1995, was a ripple in an ocean of hope said former President Bill Clinton, Wednesday night at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Accepting the National Oklahoma City Memorial Foundation’s Reflections of Hope Award, Clinton took time to reflect on the strength Oklahomans showed in […]
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Volunteers to celebrate Earth Day by picking up at Lake Overholser and Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge
Cleanup event and Earth Day celebrationLake Overholser and Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge N.W. 14th Street and E. Overholser8:30 a.m., Saturday702-8192, karen.miles@deq.ok.govFree, RSVP. Under 18, waiver required If Saturday’s event at Lake Overholser and Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge is a success, things will look like you were never there. Volunteers are meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the Lake […]