What if sick people lose ObamaCare?

Editorial:  As Republicans contemplate repealing the Affordable Care Act (ACA or “ObamaCare”) — seriously, not just as a political gesture — alarms are sounding about millions of individuals losing coverage.

So soon we have forgotten about the millions who lost coverage they had had for years because ObamaCare outlawed it.

ObamaCare resulted in perhaps five times as many losers as winners—even counting just those who ended up with more expensive or less desirable coverage. If you count the taxpayers, the tally of losers is much higher. But with government largesse, the losers—the ones who have their earnings taken away—are “forgotten men.” Continue reading →

The all-purpose ring perfected

Groove Life is the creator of the first ring to withstand the demands of the adventurer, athlete, outdoorsman, and those who work with their hands. The Groove Ring is a revolutionary new accessory for the active trend setter who wants to do it all without worrying about losing a finger in sticky situations.

Tulsa Today staff have tested these rings which amaze in both comfort and durability. Now in time for Valentine’s Day, the company provides a special offer for your special one. Continue reading →

Auto buyer cooling off protection proposed

A state legislator thinks Oklahoma’s “lemon law” that focuses on mechanical defects isn’t enough when it comes to buying a car, truck or van. What the state also needs, he believes, is a “cooling off” provision.

House Bill 1473 by state Rep. George E. Young, Sr., would require every contract for the sale of a motor vehicle to contain a “buyer’s remorse” provision that would allow a customer to cancel the contract within three days and return the vehicle to the seller “if the purchaser is not satisfied.” Continue reading →

Judiciary Committee moves on reforms

The Senate Judiciary Committee Tuesday approved a series of bills aimed at reforming the judiciary, including a series of legislative referendums that would reshape the way judicial appointments are made.

“These are important reforms that would shift the balance of power in the judicial appointment process in Oklahoma away from trial lawyers and back to the people,” said Pro Tem Mike Schultz, R-Altus.  Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day: Cooking love at home

It sounds so dreamy, doesn’t it – going out for a romantic dinner on Valentine’s Day?

Except it doesn’t always turn out that way. All too often the restaurant is crowded, the servers cranky and the “exclusive” prix fixe menu is limited and expensive. Not to mention that should you decide to get affectionate – you’re in a public place. Continue reading →