The 26 percent property tax increase
If I vote to approve the issuance of new school bonds, how much will my property tax increase?
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Ending benefits from traveling on the taxpayer dime
Former Oklahoma Attorney General Jan Eric Cartwright once took two of his employees on a taxpayer-funded trip to Louisiana for a meeting between the attorney…
What I learned from the highest paid State employee
Over the years I have become a big believer in the wisdom of learning from observing others.
The 2014 State questions
Every two years, prior to the November elections, I write an article describing the state questions which will be on the upcoming general election ballot….
Chamber Chat: Guthrie Dead Guy Daze Celebration
Guthrie was buzzing this past weekend! I haven’t heard any attendance numbers yet. The Bluegrass festival was packed Friday night, it was a bit chilly…
Upcoming legislative hearing on earthquake issue
I suspect most readers still remember the sensation of feeling their first earthquake. For those of us who have spent a lifetime in Oklahoma, this…
Chamber Chat: Bluegrass, Guthrie Escape is buzzing this week in Guthrie
Trinity Mixed-Use Development Project has been hired by a group of physicians to develop a project on 147 acres at the northwest corner of I-35…
Holding State government accountable
At first glance, it was just like many other emails sent by area residents. The writer, a constituent of South Logan County, expressed his frustration…
Chamber Chat: Purchase your circus tickets for the shows this weekend
Sue DuCharme with neighborhood solutions is doing great things in your neighborhood. They applied for a Keep OK Beautiful grant and have received lots of…
Oklahoma transparency laws drawing national attention
Last month I received some great news. A report entitled “State Open Data Policies and Portals” was released by the Washington, D.C.-based Center for Data…
Chamber Chat: Neighborhood Solutions earns grant for paint; paint houses on Sept. 20
Sue DuCharme with neighborhood solutions is doing great things in your neighborhood. They applied for a Keep OK Beautiful grant and have received lots of…
Does your elected official understand the budget?
Here’s a not-so-secret but still shocking fact. Many elected officials do not possess even a basic, high-level comprehension of the budget over which they have…
Community Garden: Lots of happenings at the Community Garden
The next thirty to sixty days will see some changes coming to the Guthrie Community Garden. Not a lot I can say about it more…
Chamber Chat: Trolley’s no longer running tours but now routes
Hello! I hope you had a great Labor Day! The Logan County Free Fair opens Wednesday at 5pm and begins Thursday at 8am and runs…
Why I am thankful I lost that election
This last week represents the 10 year anniversary of the sudden end to a fascinating eight month rollercoaster ride which started for me on Saturday,…
Chamber Chat: NBC reality television show looking for applicants
Hello! Looking for some entertainment! The Halftime has live music on weekends, and Legends Food and Sport has live music every Saturday night on their…
Legalized plunder
About 15 years ago, as I became involved in public policy, I read a book which has significantly guided my decisions, both as a voter…
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: When I was a young man, I came across a quote that literally changed my life. It was penned by the…
Situational ethics? State official repeatedly votes yes for a unconstitutional bill
County Sales Tax issue. The choice is yours. The proposal in front of you Aug 26, is a County Tax of ¾ cents, Split three…
Chamber Chat: Horse Feathers Equine Rescue providing shelter
Greetings! I hope this letter finds you well. This week I would like to highlight an organization in Guthrie that is doing great things in…