Main Street uncertainty declines further as owners feel more confident following November’s election results OKLAHOMA CITY (Jan. 14, 2025) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose by 3.4 points in December to 105.1, the second consecutive month above the 51-year average of [...]

Fewer small businesses plan to raise compensation in the coming months OKLAHOMA CITY (Jan. 10, 2025) - NFIB’s December jobs report found that 35% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in December, down one point from November. [...]

Main Street breaks 34-month streak of record high uncertainty OKLAHOMA CITY (Dec. 10, 2024) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose by eight points in November to 101.7, after 34 months of remaining below the 50-year average of 98. This is the [...]

ARAPAHO – Eight projects totaling $17.3 million for high-speed internet expansion were officially launched Monday morning in Arapaho by the Oklahoma Broadband Office (OBO) and Dobson Fiber. The projects, funded through $11.6 million in federal grants administered by the OBO coupled [...]

Image by Herbert Aust from Pixabay By Werner Ramos The University of Oklahoma Sooners boasts a loyal fanbase with a rich tradition of celebrating excellence in college sports. Whether you’re a lifelong supporter or new to the Crimson [...]

Explore Exciting Attractions, Outdoor Adventures, and Unforgettable Memories in the Heart of Missouri BRANSON, Mo. – (January 17, 2025) – Branson, Mo. consistently ranks as one of the top family-friendly destinations in America. Besides being filled with fun and memorable things [...]

Photo credit: Pexels By Patrick Young Creating a legacy that resonates with both the world and your loved ones is a meaningful endeavor. Whether through digital preservation, educational initiatives, or environmental efforts, there are numerous ways to ensure [...]

The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum will carry on the tradition of honoring the men and women who contribute to the history and culture of the American West. Oklahoma City, OK, January 15, 2025 – The National Cowboy & Western [...]

By Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready Technology has made our lives more convenient by transforming pen-and-paper processes into simple, one-click tasks and providing easier access to more information. However, these advancements have also created opportunities for fraudsters to exploit us, particularly older [...]

Submitted by the Author Submitted by Werner Ramos In a remarkably short period, America’s entertainment landscape has undergone a profound transformation, shifting from the days of scheduled television broadcasts and crowded movie theaters to a realm defined by [...]

Sylvia Marie Chronister, 81, of Heavener, Oklahoma was born to Willie and Dessie Summers on June 28, 1943 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma at the foot of Wild Horse Mountain. Sylvia passed away comfortably in Heavener, Oklahoma on January 10, 2025. She [...]

Billy Dean McDonald, 83, of Spiro, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 27, 1941, in Charleston, Arkansas, to Grace (Smith) McDonald and Sirene W. McDonald, Billy lived a life filled [...]

Billy Dean McDonald, 83, of Spiro, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 27, 1941, in Charleston, Arkansas, to Grace (Smith) McDonald and Sirene W. McDonald, Billy lived a life filled [...]

Bonnie Hardin passed peacefully from this Earth on January 12, 2025, at the age of 80 at home in Heavener, Oklahoma.   Lavonna Perry Allison (Bonnie) wBonnie Hardinas born on May 14, 1944, in Norman Oklahoma to her parents Albert [...]