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May 24 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the June 18 primary election, Blaine County Election Board Secretary Brenda Rice said today. Rice said that persons who are United States citizens, residents of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years old are eligible to apply for voter registration.

I could be the only person in town who leaves the recycling center with more than I brought in. Recently I went by to drop off a few empty milk jugs and hoped to find a box in which to pack away tea cups from the justcompleted tea party fundraiser for the Friends of the Ferguson.

OKLAHOMA CITY The Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association (OCA) extends its heartfelt appreciation to the Oklahoma House of Representatives and Senate for unanimously passing resolutions designating May as Beef Month in Oklahoma. This declaration serves as a testament to the vital role of beef producers in our state's economy and culture. HR 1038 by House Agriculture Committee Chairman Representative Dell Kerbs and SR 43 by Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Senator Chris Kidd were adopted on Wednesday, May 1st. “Beef Month is a celebration of the tireless efforts of our hardworking ranchers and producers who dedicate themselves to supplying highquality beef to tables across Oklahoma and beyond,' remarked Michael Kelsey, Executive Vice President of the OCA. 'It also highlights the great tasting, nutritious and wholesome beef that Oklahomans absolutely love.' In addition to May being Beef Month in Oklahoma, May 8th is Beef Day at the Capitol. OCA is hosting the event at the State Capitol to celebrate beef and highlight beef production in Oklahoma. The 2nd Floor Rotunda will have information displays from the Noble Research Institute, Oklahoma Beef Council, Oklahoma CattleWomen, and Oklahoma State University Animal Science. The Oklahoma Beef Council is a great source of information for beef nutrition and preparation methods at www.oklabeef.org. Great tasting and convenient beef recipes can be found at www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com. OCA invites Oklahomans to join in celebrating Beef Month by enjoying beef for lunch, dinner and even breakfast. The OCA is the trusted voice of the Oklahoma Cattle Industry and works to protect and empower Oklahoma cattlemen today, to serve tomorrow. OCA is the only voice that speaks solely for the cattlemen of Oklahoma and represents beef producers in all 77 counties across the state. The OCA officers, board of directors and membership encourages you to join us in our advocacy efforts to ensure less government intervention, lower taxes, and a better bottom line. For more information about OCA membership, the theft reward program or activities call 405235-4391 or visit www.okcattlemen.org.

Whether they are raising scholarship money, providing tooth fairy pillows to elementary students, or serving as volunteer county fair superintendents, members of Oklahoma State University Extension’s group, Oklahoma Home and Community Education (OHCE), continue to make a difference every day.

OKLAHOMA CITY – State Superintendent Ryan Walters announced the availability of unused ARP (American Rescue Plan) funds for school districts affected by recent severe weather in Oklahoma. Local Education Agencies (LEAs) will be allocated $25,000 and will be eligible for additional $25,000 increments after funds are exhausted.

I kid you not. I am not making any of this up! While searching for the channel airing our favorite softball team we encountered a couple of your more bizarre sporting events.

Hi, everyone! It’s so good to be back with you. I’m doing pretty good today; I have good days and bad days. At least I’m getting out more. And my husband John has been wonderful. He’s always there when I need him.

Voters in Oklahoma who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the June 18 federal, state and county primary elections should apply now, Caddo County Election Board Secretary Chelsea Bassham said. Bassham’s comments were echoed by election secretaries in other counties including Blaine and Canadian.

OKLAHOMA CITY, - The 73rd Annual National Land & Range Judging contest attracted students from across the nation to the Oklahoma City area from April 30th through May 2nd, 2024. There were more than 700 contestants, 194 teams, from 34 states.

Students at Watonga Public Schools celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week at all schools last week, showering the teachers with gifts, art, balloons and sweets..