The Secretary of the Navy Kenneth J. Braithwaite announced Mary “Molly” Slavonic as the sponsor for the next Virginia-class Nuclear Fast Attack Submarine USS Oklahoma (SSN 802) June 16. “I am extreme...

Mike Strain, managing editor of the Tulsa World, is the new president of the Oklahoma Press Association. Strain was elected on June 18 at the annual business meeting held at the OPA office in Oklahoma...

Governor Kevin Stitt and executives from Skydweller Aero Inc. last week announced the establishment of the Skydweller’s headquarters and engineering operations in Oklahoma City and testing and integra...

The Department of Public Safety began issuing REAL ID to the public on Monday, June 29 at select locations. Citizens can get a REAL ID at the main DPS location in Oklahoma City at 3600 N. Martin Luthe...

If you read this column, then you know my goal is not to persuade to a particular belief but to merely inform with historical knowledge. Such is the case with many online comments I have read over the...

From the beginning of time man has seemed to have a jealous streak that not only angers but also kills. Read Genesis 4:1-13. This is the story of two brothers, Abel and Cain. Abel was a keeper of the ...

The Fourth of July is always one of my favorite holidays to celebrate. Although our celebrations look a little different this year for many Americans, it’s still important to take time on this special...

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...