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On Monday, May 6, the Oklahoma History Center’s Learning and Engagement department will host a virtual field trip in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution. The session for elementary students is from 10-11 a.m., and the high school session is from 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Read moreSmall towns play large roles in American democracy. The state of our union and the progress we make falls to each of us and unfolds not only in the marbled halls of Congress, but in corner cafes, on main streets, down red dirt roads, and across rural America.
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Rear Admiral, USN (Ret) Greg Slavonic, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA), informed his staff Tuesday morning of his planned departure, effective May 31, 2024.
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The purpose of “AERO Oklahoma” Aviation, Aerospace and Defense Day is to recognize Oklahoma’s aviation, aerospace, and defense industry as a vital economic engine for our state. As Oklahoma’s second-largest industry, aerospace and defense has a significant impact on the lives of our citizens. It is an annual, unique occasion for Oklahoma’s military members, industry leaders, private and commercial pilots, airport managers, municipal officials, drone pilots, educators, flying clubs, and the many users of the Oklahoma Airport System to come together. With the opportunity to meet one-onone with state legislators and other elected officials to remind them of Oklahoma’s strong aviation heritage and show them firsthand how the industry continues to solidify our state as a worldwide leader in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Read moreThirty-four Oklahoma fifth- and eighth-grade teachers have been selected for fellowships to attend the Colonial Williamsburg Teacher Institute in June.
Read moreAn area college attended by many students from Seminole County was the victim of a cyber-attack last month in which sensitive information may have been accessed.
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The Strother Fire Department hosted a Donkey Basketball game Saturday, April 6 as a fundraiser for the department. Above left, County Commissioner Tim Porter gets ready to take a pie in the face delivered by County Clerk Valarie Hogue. Above right, Strother Fire Chief Tim Smith and Ryan Lehman coax their donkeys down the court in an effort to make a basket.
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