Budget bill passes, opinions mixed
Today, the Oklahoma House of Representatives voted 52 to 45 to pass Senate Bill 1616, commonly known as the Budget Bill. The appropriations in the bill cover $969.3 million of the $1.3 billion budget. Because the Oklahoma Constitution requires a balanced budget, state agencies must swallow about $360 million in
Local students make Dean’s Honor Roll at Oklahoma City University
Dean’s Honor Roll status is awarded to students who successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Erin Skipper of Choctaw, OK (73020) Joshua Halbert of Choctaw, OK (73020) Cassandra Velasco of Choctaw, OK (73020) Patsy Walker of Choctaw, OK
Oklahoma’s Own Comic Con returns
Oklahoma’s Own Comic Con returns to the Reed Convention Center Anyone who’s watched The Big Bang Theory has heard of the nerd crew’s love for San Diego Comic Con. Oklahoma’s own version is upcoming this weekend, June 26-28 at the Reed Convention Center in Midwest City. The pop culture expo will host
Six Red Cross Tips to Stay Safe When Temperatures Soar
Dangerously hot weather is predicted for Oklahoma and the American Red Cross reminds everyone of the steps they should take to stay safe when the temperatures rise. “High temperatures, humidity and hot, indoor environments can quickly cause heat-related emergencies,” said Ken Garcia, American Red Cross Serving Oklahoma spokesperson. “Excessive
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Governor Mary Fallin Applauds Oklahoma Senate
Governor Mary Fallin today thanked the Oklahoma Senate for its bipartisan and overwhelming approval of four criminal justice bills related to reforms spotlighted in her
Local students make Dean’s Honor Roll at Oklahoma City University
Dean’s Honor Roll status is awarded to students who successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and maintain a grade point average of 3.5
Midwest City Police Blotter for November 19-22, 2015
Arrestee Name DOB Arrestee Address Officer Arrest Type Arrest Address Charges YOUNG, JOSEPH LEROY 2/14/1989 724 N LOYD, MIDWEST CITY, OK 73110 HURST, B ON
OKC-County Health Department says, “Fight the Bite!”
The Oklahoma City-County Health Department experts say mosquito season is typically from May to November. Mosquitos are known to carry diseases including the West Nile