Northwestern Sets Constitution Day

ALVA — The Northwestern Oklahoma State University Institute for Citizenship Studies and Department of Social Sciences will play host to the annual Constitution Day Observance Monday, Sept. 29, from 12:00 1:30 p.m. in the Student Center Ranger Room on the Northwestern-Alva campus.

Apply Now for Local Foods for Schools

OKLAHOMA CITY — 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.

Disability Awareness Month to Highlight Celebration of Value and Talent

OKLAHOMA CITY — It’s always exciting when an individual finds employment. It’s no different for a person with a disability. The difference lies in the barriers that can make it difficult for people with disabilities to find work.

Oklahoma Family Caregiver Conference Set for November

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma Human Services and Oklahoma Caregiver Coalition (OKCares) partners are proud to announce the annual Oklahoma Family Caregiver Conference on Thursday, Nov. 6.

Illegal OK Pot Farms Weaken National Security

At a congressional hearing, witnesses and lawmakers called for the federal government to take stronger action against illicit marijuana farms and cited reporting by The Frontier and ProPublica.

Oklahoma State Park Restaurants to Close Operations September 30

The Lookout Kitchen will be closing restaurant operations within Oklahoma State Parks September 30, 2025. After the restaurants close, OTRD will provide grab-and-go food options and catering lists to ensure food remains available for park visitors and event guests.

State Question 836 to Move Forward

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Supreme Court has ruled 8-0 that State Question 836, a proposed constitutional amendment to create a system of open primary elections, is “legally sufficient for submission to the people of Oklahoma for signatures.

Poverty Is Not a Crime

Why is it that when you don’t have enough money, everything gets more expensive?Late on a bill? Add a fine.Can’t afford rent? Risk eviction, jail, or hospitalization.Homeless? Brace yourself for stigma, surveillance, and criminalization.Not every late payment is neglect.