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Oklahoma ranks 47 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Sooner State News | Apr 2, 2025

Oklahoma ranks 47 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $38,192 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

The Chisholm in Kingfisher offers cast-iron cooking class in April

By Sooner State News | Apr 1, 2025

The Chisholm in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, will conduct a cast-iron cooking class on Saturday, April 26, from noon to 5 p.m. Attendees will gain practical knowledge about using cast-iron cookware, focusing on caring for and cooking with it.

April campaign promotes safety in Oklahoma work zones

By Sooner State News | Apr 1, 2025

Spring marks an increase in work zones across Oklahoma.

Fort Gibson Historic Site presents living history event on Mounted Rangers

By Sooner State News | Apr 1, 2025

On April 11 and 12, the Fort Gibson Historic Site will present a living history event focusing on the Mounted Rangers, who were active in the area from 1832 to 1833.

How many H-1B petitions were made by Oklahoma employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry during 2024?

By Sooner State News | Mar 31, 2025

Employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry based in Oklahoma submitted nine H-1B petitions during 2024.

Tattoo exhibit opens at Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center with special preview event

By Sooner State News | Mar 28, 2025

The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid, Oklahoma, is preparing to unveil a new exhibition titled “A Body of Work: More Than Skin Deep.” This exhibition, featuring art from local tattoo artists, will preview on Friday, April 11, at 5...

Pawnee Bill Ranch to host historic annual Easter egg hunt on April 19

By Sooner State News | Mar 27, 2025

The Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum in Pawnee, Oklahoma, will be holding its traditional Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 19, beginning at 10 a.m. The event will take place at the ranch's picnic pavilions and will feature a Pawnee Bill...

How many H-1B petitions made by Oklahoma employers were approved during 2024?

By Sooner State News | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 97.4% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Oklahoma were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Oklahoma History Center Museum hosts calligraphy class in April

By Sooner State News | Mar 26, 2025

The Oklahoma History Center Museum, in collaboration with the Japan American Society of Oklahoma, is set to host a calligraphy class next month.

Exhibit of hammered aluminum ware opens at Drummond Home in April

By Sooner State News | Mar 26, 2025

The Fred and Addie Drummond Home in Hominy, Oklahoma, will soon open its doors to an exhibit featuring hammered aluminum ware.

Oklahoma saw 10.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage between 1970 and 2022

By Sooner State News | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.7% of income in Oklahoma, a 10.8% rise from 9.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

Diane Helentjaris discusses new book on Lulu Bell Parr at heritage center

By Sooner State News | Mar 25, 2025

Author Diane Helentjaris is scheduled to present and sign her new book at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid, Oklahoma.

Fort Gibson Historic Site prepares for annual Spring Bake Day on April 12

By Sooner State News | Mar 25, 2025

The Fort Gibson Historic Site in Oklahoma is preparing for its annual Spring Bake Day, scheduled for Saturday, April 12.

3 H-1B petitions filed by Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry in Oklahoma in 2024

By Sooner State News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, three H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located in Oklahoma, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.