Will Rogers, “Oklahoma’s Favorite Son,” once said, “This country has gotten where it is in spite of politics, not by the aid of it.” Even though Rogers said this more than 100 years ago, it remains tr...

The Oklahoma A&M (OSU/A&M) Board of Regents unanimously voted Friday, June 19, to remove the name “Murray” from Murray Hall and North Murray Hall on Oklahoma State University’s campus. The buildings w...

My father passed away after battling diabetes and all its complications in 2010. He was only 67 years old. Though it’s been ten years since I’ve received his instruction in my everyday life, the power...

The 54th Old Settlers Day is next weekend, June 26-27, starting with the rodeo Friday night. Children can enjoy water inflatables, kid games, a petting zoo, a downhill derby and more. Of course there’...

A 37-year-old Eufaula woman has been charged with child sexual abuse and sodomy after allegedly having sex with a male, teenaged babysitter according to court documents. The charges against Ashley Daw...

Now that session has fully completed, I’m glad to be back in District 15 full-time once again! However, the work of a legislator continues even away from the Capitol, and I’ve continued to work with ...

On June 18, 1863 – After repeated acts of insubordination, General John McClernand was relieved by General Ulysses S. Grant during the siege of Vicksburg. 1864 – Union war hero Joshua Lawrence Chamber...

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” As Americans, we have al...

NASCAR is setting the pace for the race for equality when last week they banned the Confederate flag from its events and properties. NASCAR stated, “The presence of the Confederate flag at NASCAR even...

It is interesting that, with all the advancements today in weaponry and defense, the thing that kills the most people is natural and too small to see with the naked eye. When we put so much emphasis o...

This week I do not have a clever opening. America is in pain and especially our black brothers and sisters. This is an understandable pain, especially when seen through the lens of American history. T...

After a hectic few weeks, the 57th Legislature has officially adjourned! We did leave open the possibility of coming back into session if a need arises; however, if we don’t come back by May 29, we wi...

Many Americans think of Memorial Day as a day off of work and an excuse to enjoy a long weekend marking the beginning of summer. But it is much more than just another holiday. Memorial Day is a day of...

What exactly is normal anymore? It is hard to imagine what the future will look like amidst the COVID-19 crisis and its long-term impact on everything from schools, workplaces, the public and our gene...

With the shutdown of everything non-essential and social distancing becoming the new normal, one area of concern is voting. At the very heart of our democracy is the ability to vote. However, if we el...

I have always been an outgoing child and for the most part I have continued to be a socially confident woman. I grew up believing the scriptures and Proverbs 18:24 states “A man (or woman) that hath f...

The COVID-19 pandemic has been one of the most challenging times in our nation’s history. It has affected everyone differently and for some, stress and uncertainty may negatively impact their mental h...

Last week, the Oklahoma Legislature approved a balanced budget for the Fiscal Year 2021. The budget preserved education funding while other state agencies received cuts of approximately 4% or less. Ho...

We are experiencing an epidemic of violence in our tribal communities: 80 percent of Native men and women experience violence, 34 percent of Native women experience sexual violence in their lifetimes,...

A mother means more than just “a child bearer or woman who performs the role of caring for a child.” Though a mother’s sole purpose becomes carrying and caring for a life that is completely dependent ...