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

By Sooner State News | Nov 6, 2024

Visit Hunter’s Home in Park Hill, Oklahoma, for a unique 1850s Christmas experience from November 19 to December 13, and on December 15.

Book release celebrates life of indigenous rock star Jesse Ed Davis

By Sooner State News | Nov 5, 2024

The Oklahoma Historical Society is set to host a book release event for "Washita Love Child: The Rise of Indigenous Rock Star Jesse Ed Davis" by Douglas K. Miller.

Covington Jail receives national historic place designation

By Sooner State News | Nov 5, 2024

The Oklahoma Historical Society and the State Historic Preservation Office have announced that the Covington Jail in Garfield County, Oklahoma, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.

Average VA home loan amount in Oklahoma increases in Q3

By Sooner State News | Nov 3, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Oklahoma during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $281,770, a 4% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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

By Sooner State News | Nov 1, 2024

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

Hunter’s Home offers free embroidery workshop for beginners

By Sooner State News | Nov 1, 2024

Hunter’s Home in Park Hill, Oklahoma, is set to host a free embroidery workshop on Saturday, November 16.

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Oklahoma increases from Q2 to Q3

By Sooner State News | Oct 31, 2024

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Oklahoma during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $296,222, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Fort Gibson Historic Site opens Freedmen history exhibit on November 16

By Sooner State News | Oct 31, 2024

The Fort Gibson Historic Site in Oklahoma is set to unveil a new exhibit on November 16, focusing on the history of Freedmen in Indian Territory.

Oklahoma History Center hosts Veterans Day event featuring author Joe Lee Todd

By Sooner State News | Oct 31, 2024

In Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma Historical Society's John and Eleanor Kirkpatrick Research Center will host a presentation in honor of Veterans Day.

Oklahoma History Center offers beginner knitting workshop

By Sooner State News | Oct 30, 2024

A knitting workshop is scheduled to take place at the Oklahoma History Center on Saturday, November 16, from 1-4 p.m. Participants will be taught basic knitting skills and have the opportunity to create a custom mug cozy to take home.

VA provides 1,533 home purchase loans in Oklahoma in Q3

By Sooner State News | Oct 28, 2024

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

Oklahoma ranks 20th in total VA home loans during Q3

By Sooner State News | Oct 25, 2024

Oklahoma ranked 20th in the nation in VA home loans in the third quarter of 2024, with 2,061 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Oklahoma's AEDP opens applications for agricultural grants and loans

By Sooner State News | Oct 24, 2024

Applications are now open for the Agriculture Enhancement and Diversification Program (AEDP) in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma ranked 49th in average VA home loan amount in Q3

By Sooner State News | Oct 22, 2024

With $281,770 in home loans issued, Oklahoma ranked 49th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA provides 2,061 home loans in Oklahoma totaling $580.7 million in Q3

By Sooner State News | Oct 19, 2024

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

Oklahoma experiences higher inflation rate than national average as of September 2024

By Sooner State News | Oct 16, 2024

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

Oklahoma receives $46.5 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q3

By Sooner State News | Oct 16, 2024

The VA issued 157 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Oklahoma during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

College students paid less in Oklahoma in 2022-23 school year

By Sooner State News | Oct 15, 2024

College tuition fees fell 0.5% in Oklahoma in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

VA Purchase Loans in Oklahoma average $286,013 for Q3

By Sooner State News | Oct 13, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Oklahoma in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $286,013, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.