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The University of Central Oklahoma College of Business will host the 2023 Oklahoma Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference, March 24-25. This two-day conference, held each spring, resembles a state championship for future business leaders.

This week is designated the “Spring Break” week for lawmakers as they will be working a lighter-than-normal schedule, allowing lawmakers with children to enjoy family time after a month of policymaking.

If you have worked hard and saved money all your life you may have over $250,000 in a bank. Or, maybe one of these days you might if you keep working and saving. You most likely know that only $250.000 of your money is federally insured.

(State Point)As consumers focus on filing taxes and spending returns, a new study reveals a need for increased awareness around tax-efficient financial strategies.

Here in Oklahoma, we know all too well the damage flooding causes and the danger it presents. In May 2019, Oklahomans saw some of the worst flooding in history after 17 tornadoes struck the state in one day.

TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2023 Today is the 73rd day of 2023 and the 84th day of winter. TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1794, inventor Eli Whitney received a patent for the cotton gin. In 1900, the Gold Standard Act was signed into law by President William McKinley.

* THE DAY * Did you know? March 14 or 3/14 is celebrated as pi day because 3.14 are the first digits of pi, which is the mathematical term for the ratio of the circumference of any circle to the diameter of that circle.

Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s Department of Social Work is helping celebrate this year’s Social Work Month in March with the theme “Social Work Breaks Barriers” to highlight how social workers have enriched our society by empowering people and communities to overcome hurdles that prevent...

Fans of The Voice television series had the opportunity to see an excellent example of area talent when Ada-based artist Emily Rhyne auditioned on the program’s season 23 premier. Although she’s relatively new on the local music scene, she has already built up a large and rapidly growing fan base.

The Seminole City Council and its related authorities will convene for regular monthly meetings next Tuesday, March 14.