Government Budgets Have Real Impacts on Oklahoma Children & Families

For the Children The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) is a statewide nonprofit charged with “creating awareness, taking action, and supporting policy to improve the health, safety, and well-being of Oklahoma’s children.

Rising Egg Prices: Inflation Impact

Stock Market Insights CEO and executive wealth advisor at Fervent Wealth Management.“Oh no, not the eggs,” my wife exclaimed last night when the news showed a semi-truck on our local interstate had crashed in the snowstorm and ruined all the eggs in its trailer.

Adventures with Allie

I have always been an outside person in one way or another. From week long camping trips in the mountains as a kid, to sitting on my back porch with a glass of tea and watching the dogs chase squirrels now, I have always preferred to be outside.

THE MISSING INK

Campus Reform (campusreform. com) recently reported on findings of a collaborative effort between the House Education Committee on Education and the Workforce (HECEW) and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), who worked togegther to cut waste and fraud in higher education.

Be a Part of the Solution on March 11 at Child Advocacy Day

For the Children Decisions are made by those who show up, as quoted by President Jed Bartlet from “The West Wing.” Voters who take the time to cast ballots make the decisions.

A potato is worth more than gold

When I was in high school there was a substitute teacher who would frequently sub for coaches when they were out for games. Mr. Coombs was everyone’s favorite sub.

Children’s Legislation Begins Moving at State Capitol

For the Children As the first full week of session has ended, the lawmakers at the Oklahoma State Capitol are hard at work with shepherding their legislation through the committee process.

Congressional Priorities Impacting Markets

Several years ago, I came home to find my young son wearing a Spider-Man costume, cowboy boots, and holding a whiffle ball bat. I smiled and thought, “That kid has a lot going on.” The current Congress isn’t wearing a Spider-Man costume, but they have a lot going on, too.

OICA Works to Empower Oklahomans of All Ages

For the Children On Monday, February 3, Gov. Kevin Stitt delivered his annual “State of the State” address to the members of the Oklahoma Legislature and the entire state, which coincides with the opening of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature.

Chinese AI Rattles US Stock Market

CEO and executive wealth advisor at Fervent Wealth Management.Aunt Betty won’t let competition crowd her space. My aunt brings her famous chicken and dumplings to every family gathering, and it always runs out fast.