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Small Business Optimism Index drops amid rising uncertainty

By Sooner State News | Mar 13, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index experienced a decline of 2.1 points in February, reaching 100.7.

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Oklahoma ranks 25th highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $11,654 in 2022

By Sooner State News | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, residents of Oklahoma received an average of $11,654 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 25th highest in the nation.

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Oklahoma ranks 13th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 20.7% in 2022

By Sooner State News | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.7% of income in Oklahoma—ranking it the 13th most dependent among U.S. states.

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Annual Chuck Wagon Gathering returns to The Chisholm in Kingfisher

By Sooner State News | Mar 12, 2025

The annual Chuck Wagon Gathering is set to return to The Chisholm in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, on Saturday, March 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event offers free admission and aims to provide family-friendly entertainment.

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Oklahoma History Center Museum's space exhibit closing March end

By Sooner State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Oklahoma History Center Museum in Oklahoma City will close its exhibit "Launch to Landing: Oklahomans and Space" on March 31.

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Oklahoma designates first regional transport organization for enhanced mobility

By Sooner State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) has designated the South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Board of Trustees as the first regional transportation planning organization in the state.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Oklahoma employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry during 2024?

By Sooner State News | Mar 10, 2025

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

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Alfalfa County farm receives centennial recognition

By Sooner State News | Mar 10, 2025

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

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Greer County farm recognized with centennial award

By Sooner State News | Mar 10, 2025

An Oklahoma Centennial Farm award has been given to Derald and Linda Suffridge, owners of Paxton Farm near Mangum in Greer County.

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Oklahoma adds historic sites to national register

By Sooner State News | Mar 10, 2025

The Oklahoma Historical Society and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) have announced the addition of two properties to the National Register of Historic Places.

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Noble County farm receives centennial recognition for historic significance

By Sooner State News | Mar 10, 2025

Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Lynda Ozan has announced the presentation of an Oklahoma Centennial Farm award and a Historic Structures Award to the owners of a farm in Noble County.

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Harmon County farm receives Centennial Farm award

By Sooner State News | Mar 10, 2025

An Oklahoma Centennial Farm award has been granted to John Wesley Keesee, the owner of Keesee Farms in Harmon County.

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Caddo County farm receives Centennial Farm award

By Sooner State News | Mar 10, 2025

Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Lynda Ozan has announced the presentation of an Oklahoma Centennial Farm award and a Historic Structures Award to the owners of a farm in Caddo County.

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Clara Luper's radio show episodes now on YouTube via Oklahoma Historical Society

By Sooner State News | Mar 7, 2025

The Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) Research Division has made over 200 episodes of the "Clara Luper Radio Show" accessible on its Audio Archives YouTube channel.

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

By Sooner State News | Mar 6, 2025

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

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Webinar to explore Federal Helium Program's history and pipeline route

By Sooner State News | Mar 6, 2025

The State Historic Preservation Office will conduct a webinar on Tuesday, March 25, at noon.

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Matthew Mitchell appointed as ODOT District 4 engineer

By Sooner State News | Mar 5, 2025

Matthew Mitchell has been appointed as the District 4 Engineer for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) as of February.

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Oklahoma commission discusses winter expenses; approves $14.5M infrastructure projects

By Sooner State News | Mar 5, 2025

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission convened on March 3 to discuss the Oklahoma Department of Transportation's (ODOT) efforts during recent winter storms, approve resurfacing projects, and unveil the new 2025-2026 state map.

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Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center introduces vintage kids programming

By Sooner State News | Mar 5, 2025

The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid, Oklahoma, is set to launch its new "Vintage Kids" programming on March 21.

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Damon T. Cagle to be honored with Muriel H. Wright Award

By Sooner State News | Mar 4, 2025

Native Oklahoman and historian Damon T. Cagle is set to receive the Muriel H. Wright Award at the Oklahoma Historical Society’s annual awards banquet.