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SNAP Bill Targets Junk Food, Error Rate
Mar 24, 2026
In a rare moment where lawmakers collectively agreed on something other than lunch plans, State Senator Kristen Thompson pushed Senate Bill 1833 through the Oklahoma Senate on a 38–6 vote. The measure now heads to the House, carrying the noble mission of improving Oklahoma’s SNAP prog ... read more »
Senate Confirms Mullin as Homeland Security Secretary
Mar 24, 2026
The Senate on Monday confirmed Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin as Homeland Security secretary in a 54-45 vote, largely along party lines. Democrats John Fetterman and Martin Heinrich supported the nomination, while Republican Rand Paul opposed it.
Mullin, appointed by Donald Trump, replaces fo ... read more »
Nowata School Board Forum at Old Gym
Mar 23, 2026
Nowata Public Schools is holding a school board candidate forum Monday night at 6 p.m.
The forum will feature candidates Margie Learned, currently a member of the Nowata Board of Education, and Rob Parrish.
Learned and Parrish will answer questions and share th ... read more »
Nowata School Board Candidates Hold Forum
Mar 23, 2026
Two candidates for the Nowata Board of Education appeared at a forum on Monday night in the district administration building.
Margie Learned and Rob Parrish appeared before teachers and residents of Nowata to discuss attendance and connecting with teachers and students.
... read more »
BPD Adding Professional Counselor
Mar 23, 2026
The Bartlesville Police Department has announced it will be bringing an in-house Licensed Professional Counselor to help with mental health and overall well-being. This is made possible thanks to the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act, which expands mental health resources for law enf ... read more »





