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Jaycee Johnson of the Butner FFA chapter was one of 50 high school freshman FFA members from across Oklahoma to qualify for the state finals of the Greenhand Quiz Career Development Event held at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater Oct. 21.
Read moreMonday, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce announced the first-ever awards for the Oklahoma Community Marketing Partnership Program. The program is designed to leverage state dollars with local investment to market communities and key economic development assets across the state. The City of Wewoka was among the project award winners, according to a press release.
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Local physician and community leader Dr. Jenna Lee Geohagan was among the alumni recognized by Oklahoma Baptist University during its annual Harvest Dinner on October 24.
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Oklahoma’s reputation as a low-cost-of-living state is taking a hit after recent hikes to home insurance premiums, with lawmakers grappling for solutions after getting an earful from constituents.
Read moreRep. Mark Tedford, R-Jenks, hosted an interim study examining how living wage laws affect employers and job opportunities. Presenters from business and policy organizations highlighted the need for market- driven solutions that raise wages and expand opportunity without government-imposed mandates.
Read more(StatePoint) After a disaster strikes, following these essential steps can help you protect your home, stabilize your finances and begin the process of rebuilding: Contact Your Insurer Immediately. Your insurer will assess the condition of your property and reimburse the costs to repair or replace any damages subject to your policy’s coverage. The insurance company may send an adjuster to investigate your claim and determine how much they will pay. You may consider having a contractor assess the damage and develop a repair plan, but avoid making costly repairs until the adjuster confirms what will be reimbursed.
Read moreThe federal government entered a shutdown on Oct. 1 when Congress failed to pass the required 12 annual appropriations bills or agree on a shortterm funding patch called a continuing resolution. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a part of this. SNAP helps nearly 42 million Americans purchase much needed food each month – more than one out every 10 citizens. Funds will expire Nov. 1 for most states, including Oklahoma.
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