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First Saturday in Pawhuska a Success

Mar 11, 2026

Pawhuska held its most recent "first Saturday in Pawhuska" event on Saturday and Marci McCrory with the Merchants Society said it continues to get bigger and better.    McCrory shared some of the stats she got from area businesses she spoke with and how her own busines ... read more »

Senate Advances Changes to Oklahoma Jobs Incentive Program

Mar 11, 2026

The Oklahoma Senate has approved legislation aimed at tweaking one of the state’s primary economic development incentives. Senate Bill 1403, authored by Tulsa Republican Sen. Dave Rader, passed Tuesday on a 32–15 vote. The measure updates the Oklahoma Quality Jobs Program, a long-stan ... read more »

Senate Backs Tougher Penalty for Domestic Violence Around Kids

Mar 11, 2026

The Oklahoma Senate has approved legislation that would make domestic abuse committed in front of a child a felony, increasing penalties for offenders across the state. Senate Bill 1238, authored by Sen. Bill Coleman, (R) Ponca City, passed Monday by a 42–3 vote. Under current law, a first ... read more »

Senate Approves Bill Expanding Early Voting

Mar 11, 2026

The Oklahoma Senate has approved legislation aimed at expanding early voting access across the state. Senate Bill 1362, authored by Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt of Oklahoma City, would add Saturdays to every early voting period before elections. Supporters say the change is meant to simpli ... read more »