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Scams Target Indigenous Peoples

News Staff
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
American Indians and Alaska Natives report experiencing a wide range of financial scams, with older adults being particularly vulnerable, according to new AARPsponsored research. The research included focus groups and individual interviews in Alaska, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Oklahoma, and Vermont.
Davis Correctional Facility in Holdenville is one of two private prisons in Oklahoma. Situated just west of town, the medium security men's prison can house up to 1,670 inmates. (Whitney Bryen/Oklahoma Watch)

Davis Correctional Facility in Holdenville is one of two private prisons in Oklahoma. Situated just west of town, the medium security men's prison can house up to 1,670 inmates. (Whitney Bryen/Oklahoma Watch)

State Moves to Take Over Private Prisons

News Staff
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
By Keaton Ross Oklahoma Watch Too many prisoners, not enough space to house them.
Voter Registration Event Runs Through Thursday

Voter Registration Event Runs Through Thursday

Voter Registration Event Runs Through Thursday

News Staff
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
A voter registration event sponsored by the Blaine County Election Board is scheduled Sept. 5-8. The event will be held from 8-4 p.m. at the Blaine County Courthouse, located at 212 N. Weigle, Watonga, in the basement. To register to vote in Oklahoma, you must be a U.S.

I Am Curmudgeon; Hear Me Gripe

News Staff
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
When did I become such a stinkin' crotchety old curmudgeon? More and more, I find myself complaining to myself (no one else wants to listen to me whine) about the latest styles, music, tattoos and whippersnappers who treat us like dinosaurs still stuck in the Stone Age. Bah!
This half torn down structure in the 1000 block of Wikoff Avenue is an eyesore and has recently been the topic of complaints to the city and the county, which owns the lot due to a tax lien. Commissioner Tracy Matli has brought the matter to the commission’s attention and said resolution needs to be sooner rather tthan later.

This half torn down structure in the 1000 block of Wikoff Avenue is an eyesore and has recently been the topic of complaints to the city and the county, which owns the lot due to a tax lien. Commissioner Tracy Matli has brought the matter to the commission’s attention and said resolution needs to be sooner rather tthan later.

Derelict Lot Plagues County

Connie Burcham
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
A derelict property at the corner of Wikoff and Tenth Avenue is becoming a thorn in the side of the Blaine County Commission. The property, at 1021 N. Wikoff, came to the county through delinquent property taxes. Although in the city, it is inside the county’s District # 3.

Celebrate Labor Day at Oklahoma State Parks

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Labor Day Weekend is right around the corner, which means it’s the perfect time to head out to the nearest state park and enjoy your three-day weekend. Across the state, parks are preparing a variety of activities for individuals and families to enjoy this holiday weekend.
Lavender Ciscernos

Lavender Ciscernos

Cisernos Selected for Farm Bureau Scholarship

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee has awarded three $500 scholarships to students from Farm Bureau member families who are pursuing a career in nursing.
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