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Oklahoma's sales and gross receipts tax revenue up 45.8% in Q1 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Sooner State News | Nov 15, 2024

Oklahoma collected $1.3 billion in sales and gross receipts taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

VA provides 29% more home purchase loans in Oklahoma in Q3

By Sooner State News | Nov 15, 2024

There were 1,533 VA home purchases in Oklahoma in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $438.5 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

FOIA Request Sent to Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024

By Sooner State News | Nov 14, 2024

FOIA Request to Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024.

Oklahoma's combined tax revenues down 3.9% in Q1 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Sooner State News | Nov 13, 2024

Oklahoma collected $2.9 billion in combined tax revenues, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Garfield County farms honored with centennial awards

By Sooner State News | Nov 13, 2024

Two farms in Garfield County have been recognized with the Oklahoma Centennial Farm award, as announced by Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Lynda Ozan.

Canadian County farm receives prestigious centennial award

By Sooner State News | Nov 13, 2024

An Oklahoma Centennial Farm award has been granted to the Hurst-Patch Farm in Canadian County, as announced by Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Lynda Ozan.

Caddo County farm receives centennial recognition from state

By Sooner State News | Nov 13, 2024

An Oklahoma Centennial Farm award has been granted to the owners of a farm in Caddo County, as announced by Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Lynda Ozan.

Number of VA loans issued in Oklahoma increased by 218.1% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Sooner State News | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 2,061 home loans in Oklahoma, totaling $580.7 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Which type of Oklahoma companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q3?

By Sooner State News | Nov 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Biologics companies from Oklahoma in the third quarter of 2024.

VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Oklahoma in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Sooner State News | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 157 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Oklahoma during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 207 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Average VA home loan amount in Oklahoma increases from 2022 to 2023

By Sooner State News | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Oklahoma in the fiscal year 2023 was $269,537, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Oklahoma evaluates new drought assistance program after recent rainfall

By Sooner State News | Nov 8, 2024

The Emergency Drought Committee convened in Oklahoma City to evaluate the newly announced emergency drought assistance program, following recent rainfall across the state.

Webinar offers insights into National Register of Historic Places

By Sooner State News | Nov 7, 2024

The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a webinar on November 15, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., focusing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).

Analysis: Oklahoma among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Sooner State News | Nov 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Sooner State News shows that Oklahoma is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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Oklahoma's sales and gross receipts tax revenue up 45.8% in Q1 compared to same quarter of the previous year

VA provides 29% more home purchase loans in Oklahoma in Q3

FOIA Request Sent to Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024

Oklahoma's combined tax revenues down 3.9% in Q1 compared to same quarter of the previous year

Garfield County farms honored with centennial awards

Canadian County farm receives prestigious centennial award

Caddo County farm receives centennial recognition from state

Number of VA loans issued in Oklahoma increased by 218.1% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

Which type of Oklahoma companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q3?

VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Oklahoma in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

Average VA home loan amount in Oklahoma increases from 2022 to 2023

Oklahoma evaluates new drought assistance program after recent rainfall

Webinar offers insights into National Register of Historic Places

Analysis: Oklahoma among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Oklahoma increases from Q2 to Q3

Hunter's Home offers an authentic glimpse into an 1850s Christmas

Book release celebrates life of indigenous rock star Jesse Ed Davis

Covington Jail receives national historic place designation

Average VA home loan amount in Oklahoma increases in Q3

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