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Women on Mission met at the home of Phyllis Williamson and the ladies present were Jill Kinney, Kathy Smith, Ginger Ryan, Maria Benton, Joy Smith, Pam Stewart, Jackie Whitlow, Linda Evans, Karissa Tucker, Leslie Scott, Susan Newberry and Phyllis Williamson.

At the movies the other night, I reminded myself why I have a stye on my pointer finger. In the movie, Benjamin Franklin obsesses over electricity. I always thought the kite story was somewhat apocryphal.

News Release Two Seminole State College employees were recognized for their dedication and service during the Seminole Chamber of Commerce Forum on April 9.

Spring is widely considered a season of rejuvenation. The warmer post-winter air that is a hallmark of spring certainly adds an extra hop to the steps of millions of people each year, but a number of notable events also lend a festive feel to this beloved time of year. St.

Parents who can spell aardvark or xylophone may have been able to keep pace with students competing in the Roosevelt- Central Spelling Bee Friday. But, it’s probably a good bet that champion Dean Rigdon and most fourth through seventh graders in the contest can spell circles around grownups.

Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector Cindy Byrd has officially announced her campaign for State Treasurer.

State Treasurer Todd Russ last week released the March 2026 State Tax Revenue Report, showing total monthly revenue of $1.4 billion, a 7.2% increase from March 2025. Revenues also rose 18.7% from February, reflecting broad-based gains across major tax categories.

As Chairman of the Senate Energy Committee, Sen. Grant Green, R-Wellston, yesterday successfully amended a colleague’s bill to revive legislation that could permanently ban the land application of sewage sludge and biosolids on farms and ranches. Green worked with Sen.

We just wrapped up week 10 of the legislative session, and the big story is the state budget. Unfortunately, it’s a budget that reflects the priorities of wealthy, well-connected folks, instead of everyday Oklahomans.

Today’s birthdays include Martin Binder, James Bradley, Jerry Campbell, James Clayton, Jaden Clifton, Willie Cloud, Tommy Collins, Chesca Craig, Jimmy Harjo, Jennifer Hill, Milton Jacobs, Colin Knizek, Glenda Lay, Russell Lay, Courtney Mathews, Gregg Mynhier, Nancy Webber & Timi Williams.