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Oklahoma History Center Museum retains top national accreditation

By Sooner State News | Dec 5, 2024

The Oklahoma History Center Museum in Oklahoma City has once again achieved accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), a recognition considered the highest national standard for museums.

Pawnee Bill Ranch hosts holiday open house with festive activities

By Sooner State News | Dec 4, 2024

On December 14, Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum will open its doors for the annual holiday open house from 1-3 p.m. Visitors can enjoy seasonal decorations at the home of Gordon W. "Pawnee Bill" Lillie, a well-known Wild West Show entertainer.

Pioneer Woman Museum hosts open house with free admission

By Sooner State News | Dec 4, 2024

The Pioneer Woman Museum and Statue in Ponca City, Oklahoma, will host a holiday open house on Saturday, December 14.

Christmas festivities planned at Fred and Addie Drummond Home

By Sooner State News | Dec 3, 2024

The Fred and Addie Drummond Home in Hominy, Oklahoma, will host a Christmas open house on Saturday, December 14, from 1 to 4 p.m. Each room of the historic home will feature festive decorations for the season.

Oklahoma's license tax revenue up 7.3% in Q2 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Sooner State News | Dec 2, 2024

Oklahoma collected $278 million in license taxes during the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Christmas event at Fort Towson Historic Site highlights 19th-century traditions

By Sooner State News | Dec 2, 2024

Fort Towson Historic Site in Oklahoma is set to host its annual Christmas event on December 14, from 1-3 p.m. This year's theme is "Traditions," focusing on 19th-century customs.

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In Oklahoma, 165 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Sooner State News | Dec 1, 2024

Oklahoma registered 165 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

Higher individual income tax revenue in Oklahoma during Q2

By Sooner State News | Dec 1, 2024

The second quarter of 2024 brought in $1.4 billion in individual income tax revenue for Oklahoma, a 40.9% increase from the first quarter, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Inflation in Oklahoma outpaces national average as of November 2024

By Sooner State News | Dec 1, 2024

As of November 2024, Oklahoma experienced a 20.6% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.6% increase.

Tax Revenue Analysis: Oklahoma collects $1.4 billion in sales and gross receipt tax during Q4 2023

By Sooner State News | Nov 30, 2024

Oklahoma collected $1.4 billion in tax and gross receipts, a 0.1% increase from the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

Oklahoma's license tax revenue up 18.3% in Q2 compared to previous quarter

By Sooner State News | Nov 29, 2024

Oklahoma collected $278 million in license taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Oklahoma's license tax revenue up 3.1% in Q1 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Sooner State News | Nov 27, 2024

Oklahoma collected $235 million in license taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Oklahoma collects $278 million in license tax revenue in Q2

By Sooner State News | Nov 27, 2024

Oklahoma collected $278 million in license taxes during the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Oklahoma's license tax revenue up 7.3% in Q1 compared to previous quarter

By Sooner State News | Nov 26, 2024

Oklahoma collected $235 million in license taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Oklahoma collects $235 million in license tax revenue in Q1

By Sooner State News | Nov 22, 2024

Oklahoma collected $235 million in license taxes during the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Fort Gibson offers candlelight tours showcasing life in the 19th century

By Sooner State News | Nov 22, 2024

The Fort Gibson Historic Site in Oklahoma is set to host its annual Christmas candlelight tours on Saturday, December 14.

Cherokee Strip Museum hosts Christmas Tea event on December 8

By Sooner State News | Nov 22, 2024

On Sunday, December 8, the Cherokee Strip Museum in Perry will host a Christmas Tea event from 1:30 to 4 p.m. This gathering aligns with the Christmas Tour of Homes in Perry and is free for the public.

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EDA funds 16 projects to support economic development in Oklahoma during 2023

By Sooner State News | Nov 21, 2024

Oklahoma ranked 16th in the US after receiving 16 EDA grants to fund economic development projects in 2023.

Oklahoma sees inflation increase as of October 2024

By Sooner State News | Nov 21, 2024

As of October 2024, Oklahoma experienced a 20.9% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.