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Senate Review

2012-05-19T11:20:17-05:00

This past week we learned a group of Jenks parents donated $1.1 million of their own money to their school district—not so the students could have “extras” like new computers or electronic note-pads, but to hire and keep teachers so they could reduce class sizes in their children’s schools.

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority technology not so accurate

2012-04-12T11:32:49-05:00

Technology is supposed to allow production to be easier, smoother, even reduce stress.

Senate review by Sean Burrage

2011-04-04T08:49:00-05:00

Hailey Mathis is studying political science and history at the University of Oklahoma. She’s one of a very select group of college students each year who have the opportunity to learn about government and public service through an internship at the State Senate.

Should Rogers County follow Delaware County?

2012-04-05T11:49:09-05:00

Rogers County commissioners are awaiting legal counsel on how to proceed in paying a $22.5 million judgement to Materials Services Inc.

Spending money at home not a priority for commissioners

2012-03-29T11:06:09-05:00

Spending money money at home is a priority for any municipality. When a dollar is spent in Rogers County the sales tax accrued help provide services to every citizen.

Smith gets it done when people are not watching

2012-03-25T05:21:00-05:00

Excellent leadership is identified by concrete results. In some instances it is difficult to determine who should receive credit for a success, when no one comes forward to accept the accolades.
Claremore’s Jim Smith is one of t

Terry no kook, he is committed

2012-03-07T12:50:12-06:00

Randall Terry is no kook, he’s committed.

Garth may have done something Big!

2012-02-16T10:21:02-06:00

Our own Garth Brooks may have set the humanitarian world abuzz.
In January, he won a lawsuit against Integris Canadian Valley Regional Hospital of Yukon for not using his $500,000 gift.

SENATE REVIEW: What kind of state do we want?

2012-02-11T10:57:10-06:00

What kind of a state do we want Oklahoma to be? Do we want to continue to be a state that ranks among the very worst when it comes to the resources we dedicate to education?

Courthouse security applies to everyone there

2012-02-08T10:25:28-06:00

District Judge Dynda Post has elevated a serious issue at the Rogers County courthouse — security.