Cole takes on well-financed challenger in race for Oklahoma’s Fourth Congressional District

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma airwaves have been filled with a smackdown between an incumbent political legend and a newcomer with deep pockets who recently moved into the state.Paul L. Bondar said he’s willing to spend millions in his bid to unseat incumbent U.S. Rep.

Republican lawmakers want Oklahomans to reword Constitution to make crystal clear noncitizens can’t vote

OKLAHOMA CITY – Some lawmakers are calling an effort to strengthen the state’s ban on noncitizens from voting in Oklahoma elections a political stunt and fearmongering.Supporters though say the measure is needed to preserve the integrity of elections.

Rig Count Report

Oklahoma’s oil and gas drilling efforts suffered a big loss of four rigs over the past week as the state had only 38 rigs active in the patch, according to the latest rig information released Friday by Baker Hughes Co.

Energy/Business Briefs

• Most people who received money from Norfolk Southern in the wake of last year’s fiery train derailment in eastern Ohio won’t have to pay taxes on millions of dollars in aid payments after all.

Corporation Commissioners can exclude public from some meetings

OKLAHOMA CITY – One bill that directly affects Oklahoma Corporation Commissioners navigated the legislative maze this year and was signed into law, but another died quietly in a committee.House Bill 2367 will allow the commissioners to meet privately and discuss certain issues, but not take a vote.

Possible stumbling block to hydrogen plant removed

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma regulators have agreed to allow Summit Utilities to avoid competitive bidding requirements and build and operate a hydrogen blending plant in Cushing. It paves the way toward construction of the operation.

Devon Energy releases annual shareholders meeting results

From staff reports OKLAHOMA CITY – Devon Energy has made known results of its early April annual meeting where 11 directors were chosen by shareholders for the current fiscal year.

Beginning Farmer Institute combats ‘shocking’ ag trend

From staff reports National Farmers Union Vice President of Advocacy Mike Stranz recently gave updates on the latest trends regarding the Census of Agriculture report. The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service released the 2022 report in February.

Biggs underscores planning relating to extreme weather

From staff reports STILLWATER – Dr. Rosslyn Biggs, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Specialist, discussed strategies for ensuring animal and human safety during tornadoes, wildfires, droughts, and other extreme weather events.

New livestock entomologist brings forensic experience to OSU Extension

STILLWATER – Decomposition Ecology Specialist Dr. Jonathan Cammack is settling into his first year as the new livestock entomologist for Oklahoma State University Extension.