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Hotly contested Tulsa District Attorney’s race

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Incumbent Tulsa County District Attorney Steve Kunzweiler and Colleen McCarty are squaring off in the District 14 race in Tulsa County. As only two Republicans filed, the primary will decide that race. There are two other county races that will be  decided by the Republican primary as well. Incumbent Tulsa County D.A. Kunzweiler has 28…

Silver Dollar City salutes America’s 250th

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OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. (May 28, 2026) —As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Silver Dollar City invites families to celebrate the red, white & blue the old-fashioned way: together. During Summer Celebration, June 6 through August 2, families can slow down, soak up summertime traditions and make memories together with patriotic entertainment, nostalgic fun…

TCRMC Monthly Meeting featuring Candidate speakers

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The Tulsa County Republican Mens Club will meet on Wednesday, June 10th at Oklahoma Joe’s South Tulsa location at 6175 East 61st Street (Northwest corner of 61st and Sheridan).  The door in the building rear opens at 11:00, buffet at 11:30, meeting starts at Noon.  The buffet lunch price is $15. Scheduled speakers are Chip…

Tulsa Area Route 66 events in June

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June 5-6.  Vinita Route 66 Festival Held in the hometown of Cyrus Avery, this centennial festival will include a car show, live music, shopping booths, vendors, a carnival, a truck and tractor show, inflatable park and a kid’s zone in Downtown Vinita. vinitaroute66festival.com   June 6.  100 Miles Road Rally Find out why the Midpoint…

New law extends foster care services from 18-to-21years old

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today applauded Governor Kevin Stitt for signing Senate Bill 1806, legislation extending foster care services from age 18-to- 21 to help provide stability and support for young adults transitioning into adulthood. Senate Bill 1806 allows eligible individuals currently receiving services through Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) to…

More June 16th primary state races

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The primaries on June 16 will feature statewide  office races. Governor and Lieutenant Governor were covered last week.  It will also have SQ 832 on the ballot as well. The only statewide race to not have a republican primary is the race for State Auditor.  Only one candidate filed, Melissa Capps, 52 of McLoud.  She…

Ceremonial bill signing held of Campus Free Speech Bill

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OKLAHOMA CITY – A ceremonial bill signing held at the state Capitol on Tuesday included Senate Bill 1725, from Sen. Ally Seifried, which protects First Amendment rights on public college and university campuses. “Part of the college experience is being exposed to new ideas, openly discussing difficult topics and hearing unique perspectives that challenge your…

Felony Trafficking of Abortion Pills Signed into Law

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OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill making it a felony crime to traffic abortion pills has been signed into law by the governor. Rep. Denise Crosswhite Hader, R-Piedmont, is the author of House Bill 1168. The measure creates a felony offense for anyone to knowingly possess or deliver abortion-inducing drugs — including mifepristone, misoprostol and methotrexate…

Camp Safety Bill Signed into Law

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OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill requiring all youth camps and outdoor programs to conduct a site-specific hazard assessment and develop an emergency action plan by the end of the year has become law. Rep. Josh Cantrell, R-Kingston, is the author of House Bill 1675. “Camp should be a fun time for our kids,” Cantrell said….

Bill eliminating Solar Tax Exemption goes to Governor’s desk

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation that eliminates the state’s five-year manufacturer ad valorem tax exemption for solar generation and battery storage facilities has advanced to the governor’s desk. Senate Bill 237 from Sen. Chuck Hall, R-Perry, and Rep. Mike Dobrinski, R-Okeene, sets a Jan. 5, 2028, sunset date for this tax exemption. Hall said this change…