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We are experiencing the biggest snowfall in several years, and the coldest spell in a long time. I hope that all of you are staying indoors and staying warm. I have faucets dripping and cabinet doors open to keep pipes warm and defrosted.

Bill Would Expand Family Leave For Educators

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Mark Mann, DOklahoma City, has filed four bills expanding family leave for teachers and other public school employees. Rep. Emily Gise, R-Oklahoma City, is the principal House author of the measures.

Hardin Bill to Expand Raw Milk Sales

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. David Hardin, RStilwell, has filed two bills that would protect lawful businesses from excessive liability and give Oklahoma farmers more flexibility to sell products directly to consumers.

Today In History

January 28 is the 28th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 337 days remain until the end of the year (338 in leap years).814 – The death of Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor, brings about the accession of his son Louis the Pious as ruler of the Frankish Empire.

Tabor Marlatt Named Ashenfelter Scholar

The 2025-2026 Dr. Melody Ashenfelter Scholar at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) is Tabor Marlatt of Sharon, Oklahoma. The Ashenfelter Scholarship is awarded annually to a student studying in the Everett Dobson College of Business & Technology at SWOSU.

Wednesday – roads permitting- student artwork will be delivered to the Plains Indians and

Pioneers Museum in Woodward. Work will be juried for acceptance in the 46th Annual Paul Laune Memorial High School Art Competition.Print by Meghan Meat

Bond Issue Facts and Figures

On Tuesday, February 10, Canton voters will consider a school bond proposal focused on addressing critical space and safety needs on campus while planning responsibly for future growth.

Green Bill to Support Home Bakers, Raw Milk

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Grant Green, RWellston, has filed legislation to support local farmers, dairy producers and homesteaders by expanding raw milk sales and adding a sales tax exemption for homebaked bread.

1890 Scholarship Applications Now Open

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