Of the nearly two-dozen organizations and political action committees that participated in the election, campaign records show that only five filed registration papers with the city, although most may have been obligated to file. Both sitting and newly elected council members have forcefully criticized some of the tactics used in the recent election, in which […]
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‘Ghost’ hunter
The freshman lawmaker also introduced legislation to allow for drug testing for state aid recipients, increased scrutiny of Transportation Security Administration employees and stiffer penalties for dog attacks on police. The patriotic Bennett, known for waving his flag tie, reportedly said he dropped to his knee and gave praise when he learned of the killing […]
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Talk amongst yourselves
“Conversations are the building block of relationships,” said Kuzmeski, Red Zone Marketing founder. “Without it, we form relationships that are devoid of substance.” She said conversation is an art that: • puts quality of ahead of speed; • is the only way to “see” what someone is saying; • creates opportunities; • allows you to […]
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No time like the present
“It’s not about timing the market. It’s about time in the market,” said Steve Berkowitz, Move Inc. CEO. “Be confident about your own job security, down payment resources and tolerance for upkeep, as well as the lifestyle you want today and in the near term. While homeownership may not be for everyone, it is the […]
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Scar 3D
Admittedly unconventional per Hollywood terms, she’s like the thinking man’s Jamie Lee Curtis. Same goes for “Scar 3D,” a 2007 indie just now hitting Blu-ray and DVD from Phase 4 Films. Is it great? No. But for those drawn to such plasma-plastered efforts, it’s good enough. Not even really front-and-center until the second half, Bettis […]
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Pass the pitcher
Senate Bill 658, authored by Sen. Clark Jolley, R-Edmond, would allow the sale of strong beer and wine in grocery and convenience stores. However, that bill will now have to wait until the next legislative session, following modification of the bill allowing for a 13-member task force to examine the issues surrounding it. According to […]
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A bone to pick with Sen. Josh Brecheen
Neither need one be a Rhodes Scholar to determine why “Oklahoma is home to the second-largest number of commercial pet breeders in the country, according to the Central Oklahoma Humane Society” (“Pawing at profits,” Feb. 23, Gazette). Until May 20, 2010, it was the Cayman Islands of the pet-breeding industry! Lack of regulations breeds excess […]
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D-I-V-O-R-C-E
Yet, it’s not for lack of trying. In 1998, then-Gov. Frank Keating wanted to tackle the embarrassing (and costly) ranking by pledging to reduce the divorce rate by one-third by 2010. The Oklahoma Marriage Initiative resulted, which has helped thousands of Oklahomans since its inception in 1999 with relationship education for every age and life […]
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Liquor bargain
He correctly implies that the restrictions currently in place have an adverse effect on quality of life. It would certainly be desirable to have access to wine and quality beer outside the current 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., six days a week. While Mr. Bishop clearly writes his argument from a stance of protectionism, it […]
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Miraculously marvelous
Written in 1957, “The Miracle Worker” dramatizes the story of Helen Keller’s fateful meeting with the teacher who would change her life. At just more than a year old, Keller was stricken by a disease that robbed her of her sight and hearing. By the time she turned 10, Keller’s family was close to giving […]