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OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation has been filed to cut and replace financial ties and control of the federal government over common education in Oklahoma. Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, authored Senate Bill 863 to authorize the State Department of Education to develop a ten-year plan to phase out the acceptance and use of federal funds for the support of K-12 education and project what state funds will be needed to fill the gap.
Read moreSen. George Burns, R-Pollard, has filed Senate Bill 720, to ensure firearm suppressors and the basic materials used to manufacture them in Oklahoma are not subject to federal laws or regulations.
Read moreTashina Emery’s entire teaching philosophy was changed thanks to a fellowship from the American Indian College Fund. Emery, the Liberal Studies Department Chair at Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College, says her Mellon Fellowship not only helped her to earn her second master’s degree in creative writing, but also helped her expand her offerings and perspective as an instructor in her classroom. She says her own experience enrolling at a tribal institution, sitting in on classes held by other Native faculty, and attending a conference with more tribal college and university staff were all part of her transformation.
Read moreValentine’s Day presents an opportunity to shower loved ones with special gifts, including treats. Dessert is a significant component of Valentine’s Day, as chocolates and cakes are given and consumed in abundance.
Read moreBill Anderson Courtesy Writer Friday night was homecoming for the Seminole Chieftains as they hosted the Okemah Panthers. The Seminole Lady Chieftains had just come off of the Okemah tournament where the Lady Chieftains battled the # 11 Lady Panthers but could not pull out the victory.
Read morePlanning ahead can help make adverse situations more manageable. Such is the case when storms strike and the power goes out. Extended power outages may not be pleasant, but some proactive planning can make it easier to withstand blackouts.
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