Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) are deeply saddened by the passing of District 7 Oklahoma Transportation Commissioner Stephen J. LaForge on Friday, February 14. LaForge was a respected leader and passionate advocate for transportation improvements, dedicating his…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) Streams Program is now accepting applications for two hourly internships for the 2025 summer field season. The internships will start in early to mid-May, depending on candidate availability, with applications open through March 15. These positions will…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt announced that the Parental Choice Tax Credit window is now open for the 2025-2026 school year. Oklahoma residents can apply for a tax credit of up to $7,500 to send their child to a private school. Additionally, a $1,000 tax…

Oklahoma – State Superintendent Ryan Walters released a statement urging Oklahoma families to take precautions as extreme winter weather approaches, potentially leading to school closures and transitions to remote learning. “Our prayers are with all Oklahoma families as extreme winter weather approaches. We want to remind…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt announced the appointment of Sean Karl Hill as the associate district judge for Oklahoma’s Fourth Judicial District. Hill previously served as the supervising attorney at the Garfield County District Attorney’s Office, where he trained new employees, oversaw daily operations, and…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has appointed economist, businessman, and attorney Marc Nuttle as Senior Advisor to the Division of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK). Announced during the Governor’s State of the State address earlier this month, DOGE-OK builds on Stitt’s previous initiatives aimed at eliminating wasteful government…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has announced that a new memorandum of agreement is set to be finalized between the State of Oklahoma and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This agreement will enhance the implementation of Operation Guardian, enabling state troopers and agents from the…

Oklahoma – Oklahoma Human Services has seen a steady decline in the number of children entering its Child Welfare System over the past decade. This change is largely attributed to increased collaboration with community partners and other state agencies, alongside a focus on preventative, in-home…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is currently accepting nominations for the 2025 Governor Stitt’s Outstanding Achievement in Agriculture Award. The award recognizes leaders in the agriculture industry who have demonstrated personal values, exceptional performance, and notable achievement. The recipient of…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has named three new members to the Oklahoma State Board of Education (OSBE), following months of controversy at the Oklahoma State Department of Education and underwhelming results from the annual National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). “Nothing is more important…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Film + Music Office, the Oklahoma City Chamber, and Visit Tulsa recently announced that the “Filmed in Oklahoma Act” (FIOA), signed into law in May 2021, has led to a record-breaking direct economic impact of over $531 million for the state….

Oklahoma – ODWC Law Enforcement Chief Nathan Erdman presented the Life Saving Award to five game wardens for their heroic actions beyond the normal course of duty to save lives. Erdman stated that the award is given to law enforcement employees who render extraordinary service to…