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Oklahoma opens applications for Local Food for Schools Program
Sooner State News - Oklahoma
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August 28, 2025
Blayne Arthur, Commissioner of Agriculture | Oklahoma Department Of Agriculture, Food and ForestryBlayne Arthur, Commissioner of Agriculture | Oklahoma Department Of Agriculture, Food and Forestry The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and...
New overpass construction to begin Tuesday
The Duncan Banner - Oklahoma
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The Oklahoma Department of Transportation will begin construction for the new interchange located at State Highway 7 and Elk Avenue Sept. 2. District VII Duncan Resident Engineer Bryce Lawson, P.E. said the over $19 million project will take...
Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs to Host Veteran Hiring Event
Tulsa Beacon - Oklahoma
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August 29, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA), in partnership with the Oklahoma Military Connection and the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission, will host a Veteran Hiring Event on Thursday, September 4, 2025, from...
Nate Bargatze: “Big Dumb” Mogul
The Hollywood Reporter - California
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September 10, 2025
I notice Nate Bargatze’s car before I notice him. The burnt orange Porsche has just pulled up to the bustling Nashville restaurant where we’ve agreed to meet, and the valet is signaling for Bargatze to park out front. Once he’s made his way...
The mostly unregulated natural cosmetics industry is booming. Regulators say to use caution
Oklahoma Voice
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September 2, 2025
Tamiqua Whittaker was inspired to launch her homemade cosmetics business while working full time in the dental field. Watching her patients struggle with dry lips during and after checkups inspired the Tulsa resident to develop her first homemade...
Oklahoma corrections chief resigns, Stitt names interim
The Journal Record - Oklahoma
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August 28, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma Department of Corrections Executive Director Steven Harpe announced Wednesday that he was resigning effective Sept. 30 to take a job in the private sector. Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed him to the post Oct. 13, 2022....
Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame 2025 to honor 12 leaders
The Journal Record - Oklahoma
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August 29, 2025
Summary: – 12 inductees recognized for transformative contributions across Oklahoma universities. – Honorees include academic leaders, researchers, arts innovators and administrators. – Ceremony features social hour, silent auction and banquet at...
Key Insights from Sherrone Moore on Michigan Football Prep for Oklahoma
BVM Sports
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September 2, 2025
Sherrone Moore assessed Michigan's strong preparation and performance leading into the Oklahoma game, emphasizing energy and teamwork. He acknowledged room for improvement, particularly in special teams, but praised the offense's no-turnover goal...
Oklahoma broadband expansion proposal leaves money on the table
The Journal Record - Oklahoma
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August 28, 2025
Summary: – State may return $225M in broadband expansion funds to federal government. – Officials say all Oklahomans will still gain access with cheaper tech. – Critics warn rural areas risk being left behind without full funding. OKLAHOMA CITY —...
Notable quotes in Dan Lanning's weekly press conference before the Oklahoma State game
Yahoo Sports
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With a game under their belt, the Oregon Ducks have a lot more substantial things to look at, improve upon, and actual game film from their first Division I opponent of the season in Oklahoma State. Coming off of a Week 1 win against Montana State...
Manufacturing activity “unchanged” in Oklahoma and other Federal Reserve Bank states
KUSH - Oklahoma
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August 28, 2025
The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City released the August Manufacturing Survey showing things didn’t change much in Oklahoma and the other 7 states or parts of them that make up the Tenth District. Cortney Cowley, assistant vice president and...
Oklahoma City sees surge in water main breaks due to heavy rain
KOCO 5 - Oklahoma
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August 28, 2025
UPTICK IN WATER MAIN BREAKS. YEAH, GUYS, YOU CAN SEE THIS MESS ALONG WESTERN AVENUE. THIS IS ALL BECAUSE OF A WATER MAIN BREAK. YOU CAN SEE CONSTRUCTION IS ALL AROUND IT. TRAFFIC HAS BEEN DIVERTED. THE CITY TELLS ME THIS IS ONE OF JUST 40. JUST...
Southern Arkansas Coach Smiley embraces new faces after lost production
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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September 2, 2025
The unknown isn't a scary feeling for Southern Arkansas Coach Brad Smiley. SAU made a serious push for an NCAA Division II playoff berth last season behind a roster that included the Great American Conference Offensive Player of the Year, Judd...
Oklahoma broadband expansion proposal leaves money on the table, critics say
Oklahoma Voice
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August 28, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY — Critics are panning a proposal to return $225 million in federal grants earmarked to expand broadband access, saying it would be wrong to send back any funding while Oklahomans across the state continue to struggle to access it....
Oklahoma Corporation Commission takes first step toward nuclear energy study
KGOU - Oklahoma
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August 28, 2025
A future with nuclear energy generated in Oklahoma could be decided with the help of a government-funded feasibility study. At the legislature’s behest, the Oklahoma Corporation Commission has opened a notice of inquiry to gather information...
Oklahoma Local Food for Schools program accepting applications
KTUL - Oklahoma
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is now accepting applications to participate in the Local Foods for Schools program for Fiscal Year 2026. The program will reimburse schools for approved purchases of...
OBITUARY: Retired Naval Officer, Space Program Engineer William Edwin “Bill” Keeney III, 95, Passed Away Aug. 22
Space Coast Daily - Florida
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September 2, 2025
Military Officers Association of America honored Bill with its Distinguished Service Award William Edwin “Bill” Keeney III, 95, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, in Indian Harbour Beach, FL. A resident of Satellite Beach for over four...
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture accepting applications for Local Food for Schools Program
KOCO 5 - Oklahoma
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August 28, 2025
The Local Food for Schools Program is accepting applications for the 2026 fiscal year.The program, put on by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry, connects school districts with local farmers and ranchers.It reimburses schools...
Oklahoma Football Recruiting: Sooners pushing to sign another impressive class
On3
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August 28, 2025
Oklahoma has signed a top-20 recruiting class every cycle since 2004, according to the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings. If the 2026 cycle were to end today, the Sooners would be right on the line. There’s still plenty of time to go,...
Wynnewood Refinery gets EPA relief from blended fuels production requirements
KUSH - Oklahoma
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September 1, 2025
CVR Energy, Inc. operator of the Wynnewood refinery in southern Oklahoma says it’s been granted hardship relief under its obligations under the Renewable Fuel Standard, as recently announced by the Environmental Protection Agency. The Renewable...