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08/29/2025

✅ 35 Oklahoma Employers Named to Forbes’ Best Places to Work List
Oklahoma is home to some of the nation’s best workplaces! Forbes ranked 35 Oklahoma employers, with the Choctaw Nation and Chickasaw Nation making the Top 5 nationwide. Other standouts include IBM, Costco, MidFirst Bank, the University of Oklahoma ( #6), and Oklahoma City city government ( #20).

👏 A big win for Oklahoma workers, businesses, and communities.

👉 Read more about who made the list and what it means for employees: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/35-oklahoma-companies-named-best-places-to-work

08/28/2025

Helping Oklahoma’s Homeless Veterans

Last year, 7% of central Oklahoma’s homeless population were veterans. Next week, the Sooner Stand Down will bring together housing assistance, barbers, vision & dental care, mental health services, and more — all in one place for our vets.

👉 A partnership between the Oklahoma City VA and local service organizations is making it happen.

READ MORE HERE: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/sooner-stand-down-offers-support-for-oklahoma-s-homeless-veterans

08/28/2025

🥦🍎 Oklahoma schools can now apply for $3 million in funding to buy food directly from local farmers and ranchers!

The Local Food for Schools Program will reimburse schools for fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, eggs, and nuts — while also supporting Oklahoma producers.

👉 Applications are open now on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Learn more and apply here: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/oklahoma-local-food-for-schools-program-now-accepting-applications

Oklahoma schools can now apply for $3 million in Local Food for Schools funding to buy fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, and dairy directly from local farmers.

08/28/2025

⚡ OG&E wants to raise rates again — and says it’s needed to meet growing demand for electricity.

The utility has asked the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to approve two new natural gas units at its Horseshoe Lake Power Plant and additional long-term power contracts.

If approved, residential customers could see bills rise by nearly $5 a month by 2031, with even larger hikes for businesses and industrial customers.

👉 The case goes before regulators on Oct. 8. Full details here: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/og-e-seeks-rate-hike-to-meet-growing-power-demand

08/28/2025

Bridge2Safety OKC is on a mission to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence, but they need your help! Discover how you can volunteer or donate to make a difference. Read more here: https://wix.to/znxJ879
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08/27/2025

📱➡️🚪 OU Health experts say 1 in 5 U.S. children struggles with mental health issues — and too much screen time may be part of the problem.

Dr. Britta Ostermeyer recommends parents cut back on phones and tablets and encourage more outdoor play. Warning signs include sleep troubles, eating issues, and delays in language or motor skills.

👉 Full story here: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/ou-health-expert-urges-parents-to-limit-screen-time-for-kids

OU Health psychiatrist urges parents to reduce kids’ screen time after new report shows 1 in 5 U.S. children have mental health issues.

08/27/2025

📚⚠️ This week’s Oklahoma State School Board meeting was abruptly canceled.

Officials say the pause is due to a transition in legal staff, but the cancellation comes as tensions rise between the board and Superintendent Ryan Walters.

👉 What this means for schools and parents: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/state-school-board-meeting-abruptly-canceled

08/27/2025

🌾 Farmers hit by droughts, floods, freezes, or other disasters in 2023 and 2024 can now apply for $16 billion in federal relief through the USDA’s new Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP).

Stage One signups are already open at local FSA offices, with Stage Two coming this fall.

👉 Learn more and see if you qualify: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/trump-administration-announces-16-billion-disaster-aid-program-for-farmers

08/27/2025

🎬 Oklahoma’s oldest drive-in theater is fighting to keep the big screen experience alive.

The Chief Drive-In Theater in Chickasha says an oil drilling site approved just 500 feet from their property could bring light and noise that disrupts movie nights. Owners are asking city leaders to step in.

👉 Full story here: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/oklahoma-s-oldest-drive-in-fights-oil-drilling-500-feet-away

The Chief Drive-In Theater in Chickasha is fighting an oil drilling project just 500 feet from its property, citing noise and light concerns.

08/26/2025

OnCue convenience stores honored with the Journal Record Beacon Award for donating $1M and raising $200K to expand Stillwater Medical’s NICU.

08/26/2025

👏 A big honor for Oklahoma’s own OnCue!

The convenience store chain received the Journal Record Beacon Award after donating $1 million and raising another $200,000 to help establish the NICU at Stillwater Medical Center.

This investment means better care for Oklahoma’s youngest and most vulnerable patients. ❤️

👉 Read More: https://www.radiooklahomanews.com/post/oncue-wins-beacon-award-for-1-2m-contribution-to-stillwater-nicu

OnCue convenience stores honored with the Journal Record Beacon Award for donating $1M and raising $200K to expand Stillwater Medical’s NICU.

08/25/2025

🚀 Exciting news from Weatherford! A 30-foot astronaut is now welcoming travelers along Route 66, showcasing the city's rich aviation legacy! Don't miss the chance to visit the Stafford Air and Space Museum and snap a picture with this giant beauty! Check it out here: https://wix.to/1fJVJwX
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