According to a report released Monday, the top dysfunctional intersections locally over the last five years are shown to be where city streets intersect highways. US Hwy 169 at 21st Street ranks 5th and US Hwy 169 at 31st Street ranks fourteenth as the most dangerous in Oklahoma according to the study by Warhawk Legal and1Point21 Interactive.
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OK Disaster Offices Open
By David Arnett
In coordination with the State of Oklahoma, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today they will be offering face-to-face help at community sites for residents in Oklahoma counties affected by the March 14-21 wildfires and straight-line winds.
Homeowners and renters in Cleveland, Creek, Lincoln, Logan, Oklahoma, Pawnee, and Payne counties may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance.
Continue readingKids Act Now OK Law
By David Arnett
The Protect Our Kids Act, authored by Rep. Derrick Hildebrant, R-Catoosa, has been signed into law it was announced today. The measure is designed to strengthen transparency and accountability in cases involving alleged abuse or sexual misconduct by school employees.
The Protect Our Kids Act, House Bill 1075, closes long-standing gaps in how school districts report staff misconduct, particularly in cases where a teacher or administrator resigns during an ongoing investigation.
Continue readingAffordable Oklahoma Road Trips
By David Arnett
A new analysis from Dunhill Travel ranks Oklahoma the fifth best state for an affordable road trip in 2025, factoring in key metrics such as gas prices, hotel rates, day-to-day expenses, national park access, cultural attractions, and road quality.
- How Far Your Dollar Goes in Oklahoma:
- The average nightly rate for a hotel in Oklahoma is $116, the 2nd lowest in the country,
- Gas averages $2.74 per gallon—the 6th lowest in the country.
- Everyday expenses cost travelers 11.7% less than average.
Big Win for Special Needs Children
By Jonathan Small
Since its creation in 2010, the Lindsey Nicole Henry Scholarships for Students with Disabilities (LNH) program has provided a lifeline to families whose children have special needs and cannot receive appropriate educational services in their local district.
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