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There’s been a lot of debate about how to best provide tax relief for Oklahomans. One way the Senate is working to accomplish this is through the formation of the bipartisan Tax Reform Working Group that has been analyzing and thoroughly researching our state’s complex tax system, including tax credits and other incentives, for the past nearly two years.

Beginning Nov. 1, the health insurance marketplace opened for Oklahomans to elect medical coverage for 2024. This open enrollment period allows individuals and families to enroll, re-enroll or make changes to their health insurance plans. Now is the time to find a plan that suits your needs and budget before the deadline, said Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma (BCBSOK) officials.

E arlier this month, eight House Republicans joined with every House Democrat to oust the former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Kevin McCarthy, for the first time in American history. As I warned then, this disastrous move plunged the House, Republicans’ ability to function as a majority and the United States into chaos. Now, not only are we less than 20 days from a critical government funding deadline, but major world events occurred during our turmoil including Hamas’ launch of the deadliest attack on Israel in 70 years and other Iran-backed terrorist groups attack on U.S. facilities in the Middle East. Now that the House has elected a Speaker, it is high time for this body to get back to work.

Students registering for December tests will receive a free re-test after registering

Better safety is coming to children in our state with the launch of the ProtectOK app for reporting school safety threats.

Food drive to help McClain County families ends today

Newcastle travels to Elk City for first round of playoffs

Please join us for the ground breaking ceremony of our new Wastewater Treatment Plant, a project that embodies our dedication to consistent, highquality service for our community. The event is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Monday, November 13, 2023, at N.E. 16th Street and Portland Avenue in Newcastle.

Although there is no special Veterans Day program planned at the Goldsby Memorial, it is open and welcoming to visitors to take a ‘Walk of Honor’ this Veterans Day.

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The state Education Department is looking to hire someone to manage national media appearances, raising concerns the agency would be boosting Superintendent Ryan Walters’ national profile at taxpayer expense.