Working for You

On Tuesday, July 29, staff from Central Technology Center – Drumright visited the State Capitol for a scavenger hunt to learn more about the building and its long, rich history. They enjoyed the beautiful views and gained a better understanding of the work that happens under our Capitol dome.

The end of summer

As I sit here over my morning coffee, I am mourning the end of my summer break. School starts on Monday the 12th for me. My classroom is almost done being set up so I can welcome a whole new set of students.

AI-Generated Plant Scams: Spot the Fakes Before You Buy

Home Grown When a friend approached me asking about plants they had seen on the internet, it made me think, if they were asking and questioning, others were too. That is what inspired me to write this article.

Representatives Set to Study Myriad Issues

For the Children A few weeks ago, I highlighted the interim studies approved by the state Senate. This week, I want to cover some from the House of Representatives.

Adventures with Allie

For the past five years, I’ve had the joy of sharing my biggest adventures with you, our faithful readers, and you’ve been gracious enough to read along, laugh at my missteps, and cheer for the wins. But now I get to share a different kind of story. The biggest one yet.

Standing for What’s Right

(405) 557- 7304One of the foundational principles I believe in is the right to private property. That’s why I’m pleased to share that my interim study request, No. 25-061 on Eminent Domain for Transmission Line Development, has officially been approved.

Good Guy, Good Governor, Oklahoma Legend!

For the Children I first became acquainted with Governor Nigh not directly because of politics, but through a college program called the Oklahoma Intercollegiate Legislature (OIL).

Closing the door on corruption

When I took the oath as Attorney General, I made a commitment to the people of our state that I would fight for transparency, accountability and ethical governance.

Farewell, Old Friend: A Eulogy for the American Penny

We gather here today to grieve the slow, jingling demise of a copper-clad coin that was never worth much, yet somehow meant everything.

THE MISSING INK

A rural survivor tale They say the grass is always greener on the other side, at my place, it’s just taller. So tall, in fact, that my visiting grandkids were playing hide and seek in it — at night they dared each other to run into my lawn like it was Children of the Corn or something.