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

By Sooner State News | Feb 6, 2025

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.

Small businesses struggle with unfilled job openings amid economic optimism

By Sooner State News | Feb 6, 2025

The latest jobs report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) indicates that 35% of small business owners had job openings they could not fill in January, maintaining the same level as December.

Webinar offers guidance on using Dawes Rolls for ancestral research

By Sooner State News | Feb 6, 2025

The State Historic Preservation Office is organizing a free webinar on February 19 at noon.

Oklahoma commission approves $135M in projects amid federal funding resolution

By Sooner State News | Feb 6, 2025

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission's recent meeting on February 3 covered several key topics, including the impact of federal funding through a Continuing Resolution and the approval of significant infrastructure projects totaling $135 million.

Friends of Fort Gibson Foundation receives grant from Oklahoma Humanities

By Sooner State News | Feb 6, 2025

The Friends of Fort Gibson Foundation has announced the receipt of a $1,500 grant from Oklahoma Humanities.

Oklahoma inflation rate lower than national average as of December 2024

By Sooner State News | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Oklahoma experienced a 20.5% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

Oklahoma History Center Museum screens "The Green Book: Guide to Freedom" with panel discussion

By Sooner State News | Feb 5, 2025

The Oklahoma History Center Museum in Oklahoma City is set to screen the film “The Green Book: Guide to Freedom” on Saturday, February 22, from 1-3 p.m. The event will feature a panel discussion with Doris Youngblood and Edward Threatt following...

Oklahoma Historical Society announces March travel contest

By Sooner State News | Feb 5, 2025

The Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) is set to host its annual #ExploreOHS Travel Contest from March 1 to March 31.

Nicole Harvey appointed director of Oklahoma History Center Museum

By Sooner State News | Feb 5, 2025

Nicole Harvey has been appointed as the new director of the Oklahoma History Center Museum.

Oklahoma museum hosts author Michael J. Hightower for book discussion

By Sooner State News | Feb 4, 2025

The Oklahoma Territorial Museum is set to host a Lunch and Learn event with author Michael J. Hightower on Friday, February 21, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Hightower will discuss his latest book, “Justice for All: Dick T. Morgan, Frontier Lawyer &...

Oklahoma Women's History Conference returns with panels on activism

By Sooner State News | Feb 4, 2025

The second annual Oklahoma Women’s History Conference is scheduled for March 1 at the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City.

NFIB urges Oklahoma lawmakers to support small businesses amid economic challenges

By Sooner State News | Feb 3, 2025

Ahead of Governor Kevin Stitt's State of the State address to the 60th Oklahoma Legislature, NFIB State Director Jerrod Shouse has called on lawmakers to prioritize small business interests and foster economic growth.