ODOT designates SWODA Board as Oklahoma’s first regional transportation planning organization
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Transportation has officially designated the South Western Oklahoma Development Authority Board of Trustees as the first regional transportation planning organization in the state. This major milestone acknowledges the Southwest Oklahoma Regional Transportation Planning Organization for its commitment to improving transportation…
Oklahoma mother who took her child and fled with her boyfriend, a convicted offender, days before losing parental rights after the boy’s dad filed for emergency custody, citing concerns over the woman’s partner, was arrested
Oklahoma – A 2-year-old child at the center of an Endangered Missing Advisory has been safely recovered at the U.S.-Mexico border. Anthony was found crossing into the United States from Mexico with his mother, KateIyn. Customs and Border Patrol agents stopped the mother and the…
Deadline extended for nominations for Governor Stitt’s Outstanding Achievement in Agriculture Award
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry has announced an extension for nominations for Governor Stitt’s Outstanding Achievement in Agriculture Award. The new deadline for submissions is March 15, giving more time to recognize individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Oklahoma’s…
Governor Stitt launches Oklahoma Division of Government Efficiency website to promote transparency and improve state spending
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt officially launched the Oklahoma Division of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK) website, providing Oklahomans with a transparency portal for state initiatives. The new site includes data on state agency workforce and project efficiencies aimed at saving time and taxpayer dollars. This move…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol seizes 2.2 pounds of fentanyl during traffic stop in Tulsa
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers seized 2.2 pounds of fentanyl following a traffic stop on the Broken Arrow Expressway in Tulsa last week. Authorities stated that the amount of fentanyl recovered was enough to potentially kill over 500,000 people. Troopers initiated the stop due to…
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture announces license plate design contest to promote state’s agriculture
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry has launched the Oklahoma Agriculture License Plate Contest, inviting local artists to design a new state license plate celebrating agriculture. The contest is open to all Oklahoma residents. Submissions will be accepted until May 15,…
Governor Stitt praises dismissal of lawsuit challenging Return to Work executive order
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt praised the dismissal of a lawsuit that challenged his Return to Work executive order, which required state employees to return to in-office work. Stitt described the lawsuit as a “political stunt” and emphasized that his order was meant to ensure…
ODOT to host open house for proposed US-59 improvements between Jay and Grove
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Transportation will host a public open house to discuss proposed safety improvements on US-59 between Jay and Grove in Delaware County. The project aims to enhance traffic flow and safety by widening the highway and adding shoulders. During the…
Governor appoints new CEO and Secretary to lead Oklahoma Department of Commerce and drive economic growth
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt recently announced the appointments of John Budd as Chief Executive Officer of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and Deborah Moorad as the state’s new Secretary of Commerce. The governor expressed confidence that these appointments would further Oklahoma’s growth as one…
Governor Kevin Stitt responds to Tulsa Public Schools audit findings, calls for immediate action following financial misconduct revelations
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt issued a statement following the release of the audit findings for Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) conducted by State Auditor Cindy Byrd. Governor Stitt had requested the audit in 2022, and the results confirmed suspicions of significant financial misconduct within the…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper recognized with Trooper of the Year award for outstanding efforts in combating impaired driving and illegal drug activity
Oklahoma – Trooper Brett Haight of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol was honored with the Trooper of the Year Public Safety Award at the VFW State Conference. His supervisors nominated him for his exceptional work in arresting impaired drivers and individuals involved in illegal drug activities….
Oklahoma Department of Transportation unveils official state map celebrating Route 66 centennial, featuring key landmarks and attractions
Oklahoma – Officials from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) gathered at the State Capitol on Monday to unveil the 2025-2026 state map, which will soon be available to travelers. The bi-fold map features Route 66, emphasizing the upcoming centennial celebration of the Mother Road…
