It is not difficult to find something to get excited about this primary season in Oklahoma. With a major state question in play, a logjam of candidates in the gubernatorial primaries, numerous state House and Senate seat openings and remnants of political tension from the April teacher walkout underscoring it all, intrigue is not lacking […]
Melissa McLawhorn Houston
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UPDATE New overtime law affects Oklahoma workers and businesses
The Fair Labor Standards Act raises the minimum salary under exemption and is expected to cause major workplace changes.
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Food Briefs: Rick Bayless, Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes, Empire Slice House and more
Oklahoman celebrity chef Rick Bayless wins Julia Child Award, Barrios Fine Mexican Dishes opens and Empire Slice House wins the Mark Costello Entrepreneurial Excellence in Oklahoma Award.
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Chicken-Fried News: Errant Bullet
Melissa McLawhorn Houston assured thrill-seekers at Frontier City that the rides are safe after the Silver Bullet rollercoaster stalled mid-ride.
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Interim Labor Commissioner does good work for the community
Melissa McLawhorn Houston wants to help Oklahoma’s workers during her time in office, though she won’t seek reelection.