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Retaining, recruiting police
Retaining, recruiting police
I’m proud to say a major reform I authored to improve police officers’ pensions advanced to the governor’s desk. The Senate recently gave final approval to Senate Bill 102 to increase the pension benefits an officer receives when they retire. To offset that increase in retirement benefits, police officers and the cities that employ them will be required to contribute more to their retirement accounts while they’re still working. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
Newcastle Chamber Day at the Capitol
Newcastle Chamber Day at the Capitol
05/30/2024 05:00 AM
Mental health and suicide
Mental health and suicide
Since 1949, Mental Health America and its affiliates across the country have led the observance of May as Mental Health Awareness Month by reaching millions through the media, local events, and screenings. It raises awareness of trauma and the impact it can have on the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of children, families, and communities. Cities and businesses across the country hold various events to support mental health and open up the lines of communication. Many websites provide ideas for businesses to support their employees during May and beyond. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
Denny Prince named Administrator of the Year
Denny Prince named Administrator of the Year
The Oklahoma Association of School Administrators (OASA) is pleased to announce Denny Prince of Mid-America Technology Center as the 2024 OASA District 20 Assistant Superintendent/ Central Office Administrator of the Year. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
Ending the border catastrophe
Ending the border catastrophe
The strongest border security bill in history passed the United States House of Representatives on May 11, 2023. This legislation — formally known as H.R. 2 or the Secure the Border Act – would put an end to President Biden’s reckless open-border policies by resuming construction of the border wall, increasing the number of Border Patrol agents, ending Catch-and-Release, requiring transparency from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding illegal crossings, ending the abuse of executive immigration authority, and more. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
Chickasaw Nation Tribal Election filing period planned for June 3-5
Chickasaw Nation Tribal Election filing period planned for June 3-5
The Chickasaw Nation Election Commission announces filing period for the 2024 General Elections opens Monday, June 3 and continues through Wednesday, June 5, 2024. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
NPS truck, trailer full of lawn equipment in rollover on SH-62
NPS truck, trailer full of lawn equipment in rollover on SH-62
Blanchard Police Department responded to a mutual aid call from Newcastle Police Department at 5:54 p.m. on May 10 for a one-vehicle collision involving a Newcastle Public Schools truck and trailer. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
Montford Days set at The Barn at Country Club June 22
Montford Days set at The Barn at Country Club June 22
The Barn at Country Club is planning the Montford Day’s Western Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 in Newcastle. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
NMS has 44 students in art exhibition; several place
NMS has 44 students in art exhibition; several place
Newcastle Middle School had 44 art and photography pieces accepted to the Oklahoma Student Art Exhibition, and several were winners. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
Primary election absentee ballot request deadline is June 3
Primary election absentee ballot request deadline is June 3
Voters in McClain County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the June 18, 2024 Primary election should apply now, County Election Board Secretary Karen Haley said. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
June 18 sample ballots ready
June 18 sample ballots ready
Sample ballots are now available for the June 18, 2024 Primary Election. Voters can download a sample ballot using the State Election Board OK Voter Portal at oklahoma. gov/elections/ovp or pick up a copy at the McClain County ElectionBoardduringnormal business hours. 05/30/2024 05:00 AM
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