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Saying 'Yes to the Dress'

State Sen. Jessica Garvin
Friday, November 26, 2021
My sincerest apologies for my lack of follow up. Apparently, I’m not as great at technology as I once believed, thus the reason why there’s been a month lull between columns. However, we’re officially back on track!
Comanche County Republicans set to meet Oct. 12. Photo Provided.

Comanche County Republicans set to meet Oct. 12. Photo Provided.

Comanche County Republicans set to meet Oct. 12

Staff Reports
Thursday, October 7, 2021
Comanche County Republicans will host their regular monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12. at the Fletcher Community Center, 504 Cole in Fletcher. Republicans countywide are encouraged to attend. On the business agenda are discussion and plans for a chili cook-off later this month.
Thomas Pryor Gore. Photo Provided.

Thomas Pryor Gore. Photo Provided.

Lawton lawyers rise to national prominence

Debi DeSilver Managing Editor
Thursday, September 30, 2021
What do Ferris Avenue, Gore Boulevard and Elmer Thomas Park all have in common? All three locations are named after men who began their political careers in Lawton as lawyers in 1901, when the Kiowa-Comanche-Apache (KCA) Reservation was opened for homesteaders.
A woman votes at a polling station in Norman on Aug. 25, 2020. Whitney Bryen | Oklahoma Watch

A woman votes at a polling station in Norman on Aug. 25, 2020. Whitney Bryen | Oklahoma Watch

An early look at whether Oklahoma could expand, shrink voting access

Trevor Brown - Oklahoma Watch
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Earlier this year, Oklahoma became one of the few Republican-led states to expand, rather than restrict voting access.   In a move that will cost the state $40,000 per election, lawmakers passed House Bill 2663 with bipartisan support as they added an extra early-voting day for general elections.
Oklahoma State Sen. (R) Jessica Garvin.

Oklahoma State Sen. (R) Jessica Garvin.

My part-time gig

State Sen. Jessica Garvin
Thursday, September 23, 2021
When I tell people the full story of the journey to get to where we are today, I do realize I sound a little crazy to some.
Mayor Stan Booker (pictured) wins second term; Harris, Malone advance to runoff

Mayor Stan Booker (pictured) wins second term; Harris, Malone advance to runoff

Booker wins second term; Harris, Malone advance to runoff

News Staff
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
LAWTON — Lawton Mayor Stan Booker won a three-way race for mayor Tuesday night, defeating challengers Sherene Williams and Palmer Moore Jr. Booker cruised to victory with 2,660 votes, or 63.08% of the total, according to unofficial election results. Williams came in second with 1,320 votes, or 31.
Oklahoma State Sen. (R) Jessica Garvin.

Oklahoma State Sen. (R) Jessica Garvin.

My part-time gig

State Sen. Jessica Garvin
Thursday, September 9, 2021
Week 1: Livin’ on Caffeine and Jesus I’ve oftentimes heard state legislative positions referred to as “part time gigs.
The U.S. House of Representatives voted on a symbolic bill last week to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour by 2025. It was symbolic because it was clear from the beginning that the bill would not be heard in the Senate. 

The U.S. House of Representatives voted on a symbolic bill last week to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour by 2025. It was symbolic because it was clear from the beginning that the bill would not be heard in the Senate. 

THE BOTTOM LINE: The American People Deserve More than Grandstanding

Jj Francais Associate Publisher
Monday, July 22, 2019
The U.S. House of Representatives voted on a symbolic bill last week to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour by 2025. It was symbolic because it was clear from the beginning that the bill would not be heard in the Senate.  Proponents claimed it would lift millions out of poverty.
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