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Lewis Johnson, the newly elected Chief of the Seminole Nation, released a statement on Tuesday expressing his gratitude to those who voted for him and called on the current leadership to schedule a meeting to discuss American Rescue Act Funds the Nation has received.
Read moreThe Muscogee (Creek) Nation, which encompasses portions of Seminole County, declared July 9 as “Muscogee Nation Sovereignty Day.” The date marks the one-year anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision, McGirt v. Oklahoma, confirming the sovereignty and territorial boundaries of the Muscogee Nation.
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Oklahoma music legend Byron Berline passed away on Saturday, July 10. Although he was a Bluegrass fiddle master, his talent knew no bounds. He played with almost every rock legend short of Elvis or the Beatles. This includes The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Elton John, Rod Stewart, The Eagles, The Doobie Brothers, as well as country rock pioneers like The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers, Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill, and country stars including Willie Nelson, Mickey Gilley, Joe Diffie, Tammy Wynette… well, you get the idea.
Read moreRyan Walters today announced his campaign for Oklahoma State Superintendent. Walters currently serves as the Secretary for Public Instruction.
Read moreWith a new grant from the National Institutes of Health, an Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation scientist is zeroing in on an understudied set of genes believed to be involved in developmental disorders.
Read morePreparations are underway for the 2021 Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy’s Heroes Ball, at which we honor the state’s heroes for children. This year’s event will be expanded to two in-person locations and a virtual option for those who wish to enjoy the event remotely.
Read moreExtreme weather is seldom fun for anyone. Although people often have the means to escape inclement weather, animals are at the mercy of their caregivers.
Read moreRep. Mickey Dollens, D-OKC, announced Tuesday his plan to help Oklahoma families manage the rising costs of child care.
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