For the Children Child Advocates to be Honored on Sat., July 29 Joe Dorman CEO – OICA OKLAHOMA CITY – Each summer, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) holds our annual Heroes Ball to cele...

I often wonder how many people truly find their soulmates in their lifetime. I know we all hope to find that one true soulmate and marry them right? However, what if your soulmate isn’t the one you ma...

Last month, the United States Supreme Court released three landmark decisions that strengthened Constitutional protections for all Americans. The Court struck down racism with affirmative action, uphe...

For the Children Lawmakers always on duty, file dozens of study requests OKLAHOMA CITY – There is a misconception that state lawmakers only work four months out of the year. As a former state represen...

In a small town it often seems that everybody knows everybody - so why tell your story because most already know it? However, that’s not really true. Most people may not know the whole story and to me...

After taking a break for my family immediately after our session ended on May 26, I wanted to update you. Of the 1,991 House bills and joint resolutions introduced this year in our regular session, 21...

Fireworks, festivals and family fun are all staples for Americans as we celebrate the 4th of July, our Independence Day. Of course, nothing is more American to me than being out on the lake enjoying f...

For the Children Lawmakers Amass Pro-Child Records OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy is pleased to announce the results of our 2023 Legislative Report Card for lawmakers and th...

America is not the America I grew up in during the 70’s and 80’s. Today, society seems to lack empathy for life itself which seems extremely sad and scary to me. Just look at the recent loss of five l...

June is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to encourage national conversation about brain health and raise awareness to improve health care outcomes. Over six million Americans are currently living w...

In a world where it seems you never get very far away from your work, I’m beginning to understand the importance of a much-needed cat nap. Now don’t become all angelic while I confess my shortcomings ...

I know winning isn’t everything, but it can be fun. I’ve had my fair share of losses over the years though. Yet to some, winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing. I don’t like that mentality beca...

Day in and day out it feels like we are plugged into every electrical device out there. From our computers to our smartphones to our Fitbits, we are constantly plugged into work, social media, and the...

For the Children OKLAHOMA CITY – For those of you who watch Ted Lasso, I promise no spoilers in this column. _e Apple+ television show, for those of you who are not aware of the series, focuses three ...

Last week, I presented Senate Bill 706, which I have authored on the House side. The bill amends one aspect of court hearings for foster children, but would have a huge impact to ensure these kids hav...

We are over halfway through this year’s legislative session. This week House Bill 2398 and House Bill 2684 passed Senate Committees and will continue to progress through the legislative process. You’...

Corruption seems to be everywhere nowadays but corruption in small towns hits a little closer to home and my heart. Just over 27 years ago, my baby boy was going to be turning one and I wanted to cele...

Oklahomans have had plenty of opportunities to vote lately. They could weigh in on several local and county races on April 4. For some, it was the fourth or fifth time in five months they’d been eligi...

Everyone has different influential people who come into their lives and change them for the better. Most of us have a few influencers who mold and make us into who we are or who we are becoming. Paren...

OKLAHOMA CITY – It is springtime, and the legislative session is moving forward reaching the halfway mark of the 2023 session. The Oklahoma Legislature is embroiled in heated debates over substantial ...