The process includes draining, cleaning and refilling the canal and is expected to take approximately three and a half weeks, weather permitting. Parks staff are using small tractors, fire hoses and specialized equipment to remove accumulated silt and debris from the canal. Employees from the H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery are on site to safely relocate […]
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Oklahoma lawmakers to pursue permanent school cellphone ban
Under the current law, each school district will have the choice to continue the ban or make a change after the 2025-26 academic year.
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Can SQ 836 Save a Politically Bankrupt State?
I registered as a Republican at the age of 18. Since then, I have watched the political trajectory of Oklahoma ebb and flow. I admit to being initially skeptical about State Question 836. The concept of “open primaries” felt foreign to me. Shouldn’t Republicans and Democrats vet their own candidates, preserving the sanctity of their […]
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Lingo Construction hired for MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium
The Oklahoma City Council has approved a construction management services contract with Lingo Construction for the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium, a major project planned for the area just south of Bricktown that is expected to anchor a future sports and entertainment district. City officials say the decision marks an important milestone in moving the stadium […]
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Bill Filing Deadline Approaches
The clock is ticking for lawmakers to submit their policy proposals for 2026. Thursday, Jan. 15 at 5 p.m. is the deadline for House and Senate members to introduce bills and joint resolutions before the Legislature convenes on Feb. 2. Rank-and-file House members are limited to eight bills per session, while House majority leadership and […]
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Oklahoma Republicans pick poultry over people, 20 years after the state waged war on chicken poop
One of the earliest lessons parents teach their children is if they break someone else’s things — even if it’s by accident — they have a responsibility to make it right. This virtue transcends into adulthood in practical ways, such as carrying automobile insurance in case of a crash or paying restitution following a crime. […]
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Important dates to know for the Feb. 10 OKC mayoral election
Oklahoma City voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, Feb. 10, to choose the city’s next mayor. All registered Oklahoma City voters are eligible to participate.
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Construction begins Jan. 12 on $9.3 million NW 23rd Street Safety Project
Construction is set to start Jan. 12 on a $9.3 million street improvement project along about one mile of NW 23rd Street, from Western Avenue to Broadway Avenue, in the Uptown 23rd District. The project is a joint effort between the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the City of Oklahoma City and is expected to […]
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Controversial Social Studies Standards Blocked
In a victory for educators and historians, the Oklahoma Supreme Court has blocked the controversial social studies standards pushed by disgraced former state superintendent Ryan Walters. The court’s decision is a refreshing reminder that, sometimes, common sense prevails over political agendas. Here’s hoping this decision sparks positive change in Oklahoma classrooms!
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OKC Zoo Arrival!
Last month, the Oklahoma City Zoo celebrated the arrival of a delightful baby giraffe named “Juju,” bringing joy to visitors and staff alike! Guests can catch a glimpse of this charming newcomer on exhibit, making it a perfect time for a family outing. Be sure to stop by and say hello to Juju!