(L-R) Rep. Andy Fugate, Rep. Daniel Pae, TECO Director-General Yvonne Hsiao, TECO Consul Michelle Lu and Sen. Roland Pederson. OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Legislature welcomed a delegation from Taiwan to the State Capitol this week. Rep. Daniel [...]

Small business optimism decreased in March as reports of positive profit trends worsened OKLAHOMA CITY (April 14, 2026) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 3.0 points in March to 95.8, leaving it below its 52-year average of 98.0. The last time [...]

Main Street continues searching for qualified applicants OKLAHOMA CITY (April 9, 2026) - NFIB’s March Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index fell 1.9 points to 101.6. Despite the decline, the current reading remains above the 2025 average of 101.2 and the [...]

The Oklahoma-owned drinkware company expands into a new drinkware category and launches drinkware specifically designed for toddlers for the first time. Simple Modern is entering a new product category with the launch of its first toddler drinkware collection, which marks [...]

Oklahoma City (May 5, 2026) – Visit Oklahoma City honored its 2026 Hometown Heroes on Monday evening at an award ceremony, held at the Jones Assembly. The event was emceed by local personality Lucas Ross. The honorees were selected based on their passion for OKC, leadership in the industry, collaborative spirit and ambassadorship of the [...]

Two-day indoor festival highlights Route 66’s Centennial with immersive exhibits, classic cars and interactive experiences for all ages. TULSA, Okla. –  Route 66 Road Fest presented by AAA will return to Tulsa on June 27–28, 2026, at the SageNet Center at [...]

BRANSON, Mo. – (May 4, 2026) – May is a month that puts three important professions in the spotlight around the nation, and WonderWorks Branson is supporting that by showing their appreciation in a wonderful way. The month offers a special [...]

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation authored by Rep. Tammy Townley, R-Ardmore, authorizing the placement of a Gold Star Families Memorial Monument on the Oklahoma State Capitol grounds has been signed into law. House Bill 4486 allows the State Capitol Preservation Commission [...]

Cold and hot weather can significantly reduce efficiency and increase operating expenses OKLAHOMA CITY – May 1, 2026 – AAA’s latest study shows extreme temperatures reduce efficiency, range, and increase operating costs for electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids. Researchers tested six vehicles at [...]

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) is excited to introduce the agency’s new personification, Nellie the Navigator, to help continue its mission of informing and protecting Oklahoma consumers. Nellie the Navigator represents the key regulatory activities OID does, especially [...]

Donald Ray Yandell, age 74, was born in McAlester, Oklahoma, on October 5, 1951, to Omer and Hazel (Fulks) Yandell and passed away on May 3, 2026, in Miami, Oklahoma. Donald enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his family. [...]

Carolyn Sue Major of Hutchinson, Kansas was born September 6, 1956 in Sterling, Kansas to Dale and Esther (Schneider) Major and passed away May 3, 2026 in Arkoma, Oklahoma at the age of 69. Carolyn is survived by: One daughter: [...]

Graveside service for Valerie Janet Peisley, 88, of Poteau, Oklahoma, will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Fairview Cemetery in Panama, Oklahoma, with Reverend Shawn Caldwell officiating. Services are under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral [...]

Daniel Ray Jennings of Wister, Oklahoma was born August 21, 1974 in Irving, Texas to David Ray Jennings and Robin Annette (Easttom) Lynch and passed away May 2, 2026 in Cameron, Oklahoma at the age of 51. Daniel is survived [...]