OKLAHOMA CITY (Oct. 24, 2025) – NFIB Director of Research and Policy Analysis Peter Hansen testified during the Oklahoma House of Representatives’ Interim Study examining the effects of a minimum wage hike on the state’s economy and working Oklahomans. CLICK HERE to view Hansen’s testimony [...]

Index Falls Two Points; Remains Above 52-year Average OKLAHOMA CITY (Oct.14, 2025) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined 2.0 points in September to 98.8. This was the first decline in three months, though it remains above the survey’s 52-year average of 98. [...]

The Oklahoma-based company is partnering with Peanuts Worldwide to create several Peanuts-themed drinkware, which coincides with the 75th anniversary of Charles Schulz’ beloved comic strip. Simple Modern, a leading producer of premium drinkware and consumer products, will launch Peanuts®-themed products in [...]

Photo by Mike Bird on Pexels By Patricia Lee Truck crashes leave several questions, such as who braked, who sped, and who swerved late. An electronic control module, also called the black box, keeps answers. It records speed, [...]

Three Premier Events at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum OKLAHOMA CITY, Nov. 4, 2025 — The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum is kicking off a powerhouse week of events celebrating Western art, culture and legacy — and members [...]

November is a time to gather, reflect, and give thanks — for our families, friends, and the communities we share. It’s also a good time to remember being prepared is one of the best ways we can protect what we’re [...]

The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture “Save the bees,” makes for a stirring rallying cry - but which bees are we saving, exactly? Is it the honeybee, suffering massive overwintering losses in recent years? Or is it the many species of native [...]

New AAA Foundation study finds most drivers are unaware of or misunderstand the laws, leading to dangerous gaps in compliance. OKLAHOMA CITY – Oct. 28, 2025 – Last year, 46 emergency responders across the country never made it home, according [...]

Experience traditional Choctaw dances, stickball, bead artisans and more Hochatown, Okla. (October 29, 2025) – In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is bringing Choctaw culture to life with a series of events at Choctaw Landing throughout [...]

Inspired by Universal Pictures’ Wicked: For Good, the epic conclusion to the global cinematic phenomenon limited-edition Wicked drinkware line launches October 22,  just in time for the film’s November 21 release. In celebration of  Universal Pictures’ Wicked: For Good, the electrifying conclusion to last year’s global [...]

Kevin Smith “Smitty”, was born on July 17, 1963 in Fresno, California to Ray J and Jean (Hamilton) Smith. He was a truly remarkable soul whose loyalty was unwavering, love that was unconditional and a friendship that will forever leave [...]

Jimmy Oral Moore “Jimbo” 70, of Spiro, Oklahoma passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025 in Talihina, Oklahoma. Jimmy was born on November 4, 1954 to Jim Holeman and Lilian (Benoit) Holeman. Later, in his elementary years, his mother remarried, blessing [...]

Ada “Peggy” Fay (Katuin) Naylor of Heavener, Oklahoma was born May 25, 1943 in Mauston, Wisconsin to Dick and Ida Josephine (Harris) Katuin. She passed away on October 31, 2025 in Heavener, Oklahoma at the age of 82. She is [...]

James Kulubis Williams was born on September 1, 1971, in Valley Stream, New York, and went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 26, 2025, in Shady Point, Oklahoma, at the age of 54. James was a dedicated [...]