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Boatman calls for education leaders to take serious, thoughtful action

Boatman calls for education leaders to take serious, thoughtful action

State Representative Jeff Boatman, R-Tulsa, urged education officials to tone down dangerous, divisive language and work with people from a variety of backgrounds to improve outcomes for Oklahoma students following threats made in recent weeks against several schools in the Union Public Schools district, which Boatman represents. 09/07/2023 05:00 AM

From the Aug. 25 Oklahoma Watch ‘First Watch’ newsletter

From the Aug. 25 Oklahoma Watch ‘First Watch’ newsletter

Just in case you haven’t had your fill of news about State Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters, the first thing to know is that the State Board of Education on Thursday accredited Tulsa Public Schools with deficiencies. On Wednesday, the Tulsa Public Schools board accepted the resignation of Superintendent Deborah Gist, effective Sept. 15, and chose Ebony Johnson to be the interim superintendent. 09/07/2023 05:00 AM

Democrats call for Walters’ Impeachment; What’s the process?

Democrats call for Walters’ Impeachment; What’s the process?

House Democrats on Tuesday made a formal request to Speaker Charles McCall to initiate impeachment proceedings against State Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters. 09/07/2023 05:00 AM

Aviation is historical, growing in state

Aviation is historical, growing in state

On Saturday, Aug. 19, Americans celebrated National Aviation Day to honor the history, pioneers, innovators, and accomplishments of this incredible industry. This was first observed in 1939 on the anniversary of renowned American aviator Orville Wright’s birthday, following a proclamation by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. 08/31/2023 05:00 AM

Speak to your grandkids about illegal drugs

Speak to your grandkids about illegal drugs

This Grandparents Day, take some time to recognize the hardworking grandparents who are actively involved in shaping the lives of their grandchildren. Many grandparents play an important role and act as positive role models and influences. 08/31/2023 05:00 AM

Navigating the backlogged passport process

Navigating the backlogged passport process

As you may have already heard, the United States Department of State is currently experiencing significant backlogs and delays in issuing both new and renewal passports. Due to this, if you plan to travel abroad in the coming weeks or months, please use the information and tips below to ensure you have an up-todate passport. 08/31/2023 05:00 AM

Community makes for great start to year

Community makes for great start to year

Newcastle Schools have had a great start to the school year! There were a lot of smiles, hugs, and high fives on the first day of school from students and parents. 08/31/2023 05:00 AM

Are we underestimating the risk of extreme weather in the wheat belt?

Are we underestimating the risk of extreme weather in the wheat belt?

“Growing wheat is getting harder in a warming world,” was the headline of a story I came across the first week of June. Needless to say, with dismal wheat crops in both Oklahoma and Kansas thanks to the drought, this definitely caught my eye. 08/24/2023 05:00 AM

Investing in America’s aviation

Investing in America’s aviation

Oklahoma has long been a hub for aerospace and aviation industry development, as well as is the leader in the nation for training air traffic controllers. Oklahomans take pride in contributing to the nation in this way, and this unique position means Congress is charged with fostering this vital sector through funding for research, training and operations to keep the aviation industry strong and safe for our state and the entire country. 08/24/2023 05:00 AM

Separate systems for turnpike tolls

Separate systems for turnpike tolls

Is it too much to expect that everyone who drives on an Oklahoma toll road should be expected to pay? Sadly, that is not occurring today. 08/24/2023 05:00 AM

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

To the Editor: e all come from traditions in which prayer features heavily as a way to connect to God, as well as our own capacity for gratitude, the necessity for care and help, and our interconnectedness. Our faith lives are enriched by this practice, be it personal or communal, and all of our traditions speak of living our lives as if each moment were a prayer. 08/17/2023 05:00 AM