On a bright, sunny day, more than 1,000 people came together to remember those who were killed and those who survived 15 years after the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Building. The grounds of the Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum was a somber place as Oklahoma leaders remembered that day and urged Oklahomans to […]
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The Oklahoma City National Memorial hosts a media symposium on covering terrorism
Fifteen years after one of the most devastating acts of domestic terrorism is a time of remembrance. For two well-respected journalists, it is going back to a story that continually impacts their lives and their careers. The sixth year of the National Media Symposium will be led by Mark Halperin, editor-at-large of Time magazine, and […]
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The Tornado Alley Rollergirls attract crowds, give back to community
Tornado Alley Rollergirls vs. Central Arkansas Roller Derby Tailgate party, 5 p.m.; bout, 7 p.m. Sunday Oklahoma City Farmers Public Market 311 S. Klein$10 in advance, $12 at the door, kids 12 and under are free www.okcrd.com The Tornado Alley Rollergirls are ready to take on their next challenger, the Central Arkansas Roller Derby from […]
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Kids to release ladybugs and learn ecology at Thursday’s “Bug Out” event at Myriad Botanical Gardens
“Bug Out” 9:30 a.m. Thursday Myriad Botanical Gardens and Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory301 W. Reno297-3995, www.myriadgardens.com adults $6, children ages 4 to 12 $3 Don’t “bug out” when you see a bunch of tiny critters in your garden ” they can be helpful. With help from a few thousand little ladybugs, kids will learn about […]
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The Oklahoma Tax Commission’s list of top 100 taxpayer delinquencies totals more than $206 million
If you’re having issues with income taxes this year, it could be worse. According to a list posted on the Oklahoma Tax Commission’s Web site, more than $206 million in taxes have not been paid by individuals and businesses. The ‘uncollectable’The processThe state and its taxes Click here to view Oklahoma top 100 tax delinquencies. […]
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Coburn gives U.S. five years before beyond fixing
Americans have five years to fix the country before it is too late, said U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn during a town hall meeting Monday in Guthrie’s City Council Chamber. Coburn, R-Oklahoma, addressed the concerns Oklahomans voiced at the event. With more than 70 citizens in attendance, some stood outside the chamber to ask questions concerning […]
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Two joint resolutions to opt out of newly passed health care reform passed the Oklahoma Legislature
Two health care opt-out bills have passed both the Oklahoma House of Representatives and Oklahoma Senate. Both Senate Joint Resolution 59, authored by Sen. Dan Newberry, R-Tulsa, and Rep. Mike Thompson, R-Oklahoma City, and House Joint Resolution 1054, co-authored by Rep. Mike Ritze, R-Broken Arrow, and Sen. Randy Brogdon, R-Owasso, passed. After the U.S. House […]
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OKC Improv starts second run with Oklahoma groups, including all-female improv troupe The MiDolls
OKC ImprovGhostlight Theatre Club3110 N. Walker 8 and 10 p.m. Saturday, ongoingReservations encouraged: okcimprov@gmail.com or 343-1570 $10 OKC Improv, Oklahoma’s first ongoing showcase for regional improvisational comedy and sketch theater, begins its second five-week run at Ghostlight Theatre Club, 3110 N. Walker, with 8 and 10 p.m. shows on Saturday. The series continues at various […]
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High school students from around the region will show off robots in a competition this weekend
2010 Season FIRST Robotics Competition8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday-SaturdayCox Convention Center Arena 1 Myriad Gardensfree Robots created by students throughout the region will compete in the 2010 Season FIRST Robotics Competition, held from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday at the Cox Convention Center Arena, 1 Myriad Gardens. The FIRST (For Inspiration […]
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State to sue feds over health care overhaul
Oklahoma is joining more than 10 other states suing the federal government. Less than 24 hours after the U.S. House of Representatives passed a national overhaul of health care, Oklahoma’s Speaker of the House and Senate President Pro Tem asked the state attorney general to file a suit against the federal government and challenge the […]