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  • LambToddweb.jpg Oklahoma Commission on School Security

    As a state and a nation, we have grieved alongside the families of Newtown, Connecticut, unable to understand the actions that occurred last December.  Tragedies like Newton often spur moments of reflection and study.  First and foremost as a father, and then as Lt. Governor, I pray Oklahoma never faces a tragedy like Newtown.

    January 22, 2013 1 Photo

  • GovFallin-at-RSUweb.jpg Rejecting federal health care bill right thing

     This past month, I announced Oklahoma would not implement two key components of President Obama’s health care law: the creation of a health insurance exchange and the expansion of Medicaid. I’m writing this month to let you know why that decision is in the best interests of Oklahoma taxpayers and families.

    December 4, 2012 1 Photo

  • National Adoption Month

    Last week, we reflected on all that we are grateful for as we gathered around the Thanksgiving table with family.  We have much to give thanks to God for this year, and every year.  But there are those among us who don’t have family or a permanent home – they are our nation’s orphans and foster children. 

    November 27, 2012

  • Randy Cowling Giving up the comforts of the good ole U.S.A.

    A move is afoot.

    November 18, 2012 1 Photo

  • randyc3-28-12web.jpg Caught and Warned: Will Thacker and Helm continue their misdeeds?

    The first wave of legal judgment has arrived in the misdeeds of Rogers County Commissioners Kirt Thacker and Mike Helm.

    November 15, 2012 1 Photo

  • Advancing aerospace

    Oklahoma continues to be a global leader in the aerospace industry.  Companies from across the nation and the world are consistently calling Oklahoma home.  

    October 15, 2012

  • What’s best for Rogers County?

    Five million dollars.
    Could this be the cost of future economic development for Rogers County?
    The Circuit Engineering District is considering providing Rogers County District 2 Commissioner Mike Helm with $5 million to extend 86th Street North and cross the Verdigris River and connect to Hwy. 266.

    September 30, 2012

  • Randy Cowling Rogers County pays homage to one of its own

    Patriotism is alive and well in Rogers County.

    September 28, 2012 1 Photo

  • Randy Cowling County could face 15-year economic drought

    Beginning Oct. 1, anyone who shops in Rogers County will pay more in sales tax.

    September 26, 2012 1 Photo

  • Voters must turn to DA or Feds for county investigation

    Justice delayed is justice denied or avoided.

    September 22, 2012

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Over the past two weeks the price of a gallon of gas has jumped more than 20 cents. As of Wednesday, it cost 3.64. What do you attribute the sudden rise in cost?

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