Brecheen urges FERC to reject Kiamichi River hydro project

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an Oct. 15 letter to the chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, U.S. Rep. Josh Brecheen (R-Okla.) urged the “swift rejection” of the Pushmataha County hydroelectric project proposed by the Southeast Oklahoma Power Corporation.

EPA, New Mexico energy company settle air quality complaint

From staff reports The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Justice announced a settlement with Hilcorp Energy Co. on Oct. 17 that resolved Clean Air Act and New Mexico Air Quality Control Act violations at the company’s oil and gas production operations in New Mexico.

Phillips 66 to shut down L.A.-area refinery by end of 2025

From staff reports Phillips 66, an oil company founded in Bartlesville in 1917 by brothers Frank and L.E. Phillips but now based in Houston, Texas, announced Wednesday it plans to shut down a Los Angeles-area refinery by the end of 2025.

Ag economist gives insight on grain markets

From staff reports STILLWATER – “It’s not the prettiest of days in the grain markets,” said Oklahoma State University Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics John Michael Riley during the Rural Economic Outlook Conference. OSU’s Agricultural Economics Department hosted the Oct.

Several interim studies could impact cattlemen

From staff reports OKLAHOMA CITY – With more than 100 interim studies being conducted by state legislators, Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Executive Vice President Michael Kelsey outlined ones that may impact cattle producers.

Fishing, hunting, target shooting generate billions for Oklahoma

Outdoor enthusiasts had a total economic impact of $5.77 billion on Oklahoma’s economy, according to a recent analysis based on the latest National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wild-life associated Recreation.

Elgin student to speak at National FFA Convention

From staff reports Elgin native Coy Davidson is expected to represent Oklahoma at the Prepared Public Speaking competition during the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis this week.

Legislative interim study assesses Oklahoma’s healthcare challenges

From staff reports OKLAHOMA CITY – “A strong healthcare system is the backbone of a healthy economy,” Rep. Daniel Pae (R-Lawton) said last week before the House Public Health Committee during a legislative interim study he requested, along with Rep.