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McEntire moves against Managed Care of Medicaid expansion, Stitt stays solid, and the end is near

McEntire moves against Managed Care of Medicaid expansion, Stitt stays solid, and the end is near

McEntire moves against Managed Care of Medicaid expansion, Stitt stays solid, and the end is near

Patrick B. McGuigan Special to Southwest Ledger
Thursday, April 15, 2021
OKLAHOMA CITY – On July 1, voter-mandated Medicaid Expansion to more Oklahomans will begin. Expansion comes in the context of a state government health system that already draws down around one-fourth of spending. The ballot initiative to expand Medicaid passed, barely.
Firm probing securities violation claims

Firm probing securities violation claims

Firm probing securities violation claims

News Staff
Thursday, April 15, 2021
NEW YORK – The New York-based law firm Lowey Dannenberg is investigating claims of violations of federal securities laws on behalf of investors of Danimer Scientific, the firm said in a news release.
Crop report: Drought conditions worsening; small grains down

Crop report: Drought conditions worsening; small grains down

Crop report: Drought conditions worsening; small grains down

News Staff
Thursday, April 15, 2021
Rainfall totals averaged 0.24 of an inch across Oklahoma the week of April 5-11, with the northeast district recording the highest total at 0.82 of an inch. Drought conditions were rated 50% abnormally dry to exceptional drought, up 10 points from the previous week, according to the April 6 U.S.
Written comments must be submitted via email to okfeedback@fairhealth.org by May 21. Further opportunities for public comment will be provided to stakeholders after the draft is complete.

Written comments must be submitted via email to okfeedback@fairhealth.org by May 21. Further opportunities for public comment will be provided to stakeholders after the draft is complete.

Workers’ comp agency seeking comments on medical fee schedule

News Staff
Thursday, April 15, 2021
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Workers’ Compensation Commission, guided by its external consultant, FAIR Health, conducted an evaluation and update to the medical fee schedule last year.
LEDGER PHOTO BY CURTIS AWBREY Redcoat Ambassadors for the Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce met with Kush Gardens staff for a ribbon cutting to welcome the new venture into the community. Kush Gardens of Lawton, located at 1220 NW Sheridan Road, is part of the medical marijuana dispensary chain. With locations across the Sooner State, Kush Gardens focuses on each individual’s medical needs and preferences to help patients select products that will be most beneficial. \

LEDGER PHOTO BY CURTIS AWBREY Redcoat Ambassadors for the Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce met with Kush Gardens staff for a ribbon cutting to welcome the new venture into the community. Kush Gardens of Lawton, located at 1220 NW Sheridan Road, is part of the medical marijuana dispensary chain. With locations across the Sooner State, Kush Gardens focuses on each individual’s medical needs and preferences to help patients select products that will be most beneficial. \

Rx marijuana dispensary chain opens Lawton store

Curtis Awbrey – Editor
Thursday, April 15, 2021
LAWTON – Kush Gardens, a medical marijuana dispensary chain growing across the Sooner State, with locations in Duncan, Enid, Guymon, Oklahoma City, Okmulgee, Ponca City and Woodward, has launched its newest endeavor in southwest Oklahoma.
Building Permits

Building Permits

LAWTON COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMITS

News Staff
Thursday, April 15, 2021
Listed below are commercial building permits currently under review since April 5: 200 SW C Ave., Suite 10. On April 5, Fire Pros LLC applied for a fire alarm system permit for the Fires Innovation Science and Technology Accelerator office, costing $2,500. 1202 NW Sheridan Rd.
Oklahoma State Capitol

Oklahoma State Capitol

OKLAHOMA SENATE ROUNDUP

Tim Farley
Thursday, April 15, 2021
Medical transparency bill heads to governor OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill that would require health care providers to provide upfront costs to patients is headed to the governor’s desk.
Backhoe

Backhoe

Olustee to purchase equipment

Staff Reports
Thursday, April 15, 2021
OLUSTEE – The Olustee Board of Trustees recently voted to buy a new backhoe from OCT Equipment. The board voted 3-0 on March 11 to accept OCT’s $75,000 bid for a 2018 Case backhoe, according to a copy of the minutes. Trustees Linda Lopez and Alicia Walker were absent.
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