Has your Elected Official been Co-opted?
As a newly elected official I was excited, optimistic, and ready to change the world. When I gave a presentation to a local civic group…
As a newly elected official I was excited, optimistic, and ready to change the world. When I gave a presentation to a local civic group…
Greetings! We are looking sponsors and volunteers to help with our Triathlon next month, July 20. The first 350 people who register to participate will…
One of the laws passed by the state legislature in the 2013 session was SB 89. This bill, authored by Senator Ballenger and Representative Wesselhoft, increases…
Did you know that a single flea can bite your pet 400 times a day, drink more than its body weight in blood and produce…
Imagine paying thousands of dollars every year in property taxes and at the same time watching your roads literally crumble under the strain of increasing…
We have a chamber member that has been in the thick of things in Moore Oklahoma. Kelly Wyskiel with 123 Barefoot Clinic has dedicated weeks…
With the recent news coverage of the government’s inappropriate use of the IRS, citizens have paid special attention to practices within various federal agencies.
Ticks can transmit diseases to dogs and people. In fact, the CDC has reported that ticks in every U.S. state carry diseases and that the…
Our Farmer’s Market kicked off last weekend with two produce vendors and three merchandise vendors. We would love to have more vendors, if you know…
Before this year’s legislative session, pundits opined about the divided Republican caucus in the House. The 2012 session had not been an easy one and…
The YMCA is looking for Lifeguards for the summer. You must be 16yrs or older & they will provide FREE training & a multi-year certification…
It’s very important to notify your veterinarian of any lumps or bumps that you find on your pet. Benign skin growths are common in dogs…
I’ve been asked by many members of the community “How did the first year go?” That is such a tough question because so many things…
As the legislative session came to a close last week, it was my job to filter incoming bills. Lobbyists are notorious for putting dramatic last…
Have you ever watched Frank and Mike on American Pickers? I love their show and was excited to take a call from their network….
Where do I register my storm shelter?…Is there a program available to help fund the purchase of a shelter? Can we get a siren in…
Our prayers and sympathy go out to victims of recent tornadoes in Oklahoma. In addition to the grief of individuals who have suffered great losses,…
A few weeks ago our Relay for Life team raised over $4000.00 for the American Cancer Society. Cancer is a common problem that we also…
This week Atlas Paving Company began the process of resurfacing three miles of Broadway from Waterloo to Simpson Road. As of Friday, May 17, the…
All indications point to this being the last week of this year’s legislative session. The Legislature will go home a week early. This is good…