Superintendent: “Are we having school tomorrow?”
Below is an excerpt from a column I wrote almost ten years ago: “Are we having school tomorrow?” I can still remember asking my parents…
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Sen. Hall: Funds to benefit Oklahomans for decades
A couple of weeks ago, we concluded work on the special session we convened to vote on the distribution of federal funds allocated to our…
Superintendent: Construction of Cotteral Elementary set to begin this spring
It is almost impossible for me to think that we are six weeks into this school year. Maybe the warmer than normal temperatures are contributing…
Rep. Talley: Audits show security of OK elections
I often receive questions from my constituents about the reliability of our elections in Oklahoma and how election security is monitored and evaluated. I want…
Sen. Hall: Investment of public dollars through the budget process
Under Oklahoma’s Constitution, the regular legislative session cannot continue beyond the mandatory deadline of 5 p.m. on the last Friday in May. I want to…
Superintendent: Guthrie Public Schools is committed to the safety of students, staff
I seldom write a column after school ends but recent events call for an exception. On Tuesday, a horrific event happened that gives parents, grandparents,…
Supt: “We have seen a sharp increase of behavioral issues this year”
It is hard to believe we are near the end of the 2021-22 school year. I continue to be amazed at the resilience our students,…
Rep. Pfeiffer: House Investigative Committee to begin Swadley’s-Tourism probe
I’ve been assigned to a special House committee that will investigate the potential misuse of taxpayer funds through a vendor agreement between the Oklahoma Tourism…
State Rep. Talley: Parade Season
With hundreds of bills sent to the Governor’s desk, he has begun signing many bills I was proud to support. On Monday, the Governor signed…
Sen. Hall: SB 6 strengthens Oklahoma’s accessory to murder statute
One of the best parts of my job serving you in the Oklahoma Senate is the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life…
Rep. Pfeiffer: Election integrity measures pass House
One of the most important tenets of a free society is the right to vote. Over the last century, different groups have fought hard to…
Sen. Hall: Hopeful Oklahomans choose to adopt, provide a loving home
Life is a blessing. It’s a gift I thank God for, because I know mine could have turned out very, very differently. I am blessed…
Together at Tech: Meridian’s South Campus in Guthrie is tailor-made for training
Location. Location. Location. When Meridian Technology Center decided to expand its footprint and build another site for its workforce and economic development training, location…
The Peak: Business incubator and entrepreneurial services through Meridian Tech
Meridian Technology Center is excited to begin serving entrepreneurs at The Peak at our South Campus in Guthrie. The Peak is where your entrepreneurial dream…
Sen. Hall: Modernize, standardize services Oklahomans receive at tag agencies
Before the legislative session began, I shared information about legislation I had filed to modernize and standardize the services Oklahomans receive at tag agencies. Senate…
Supt. Simpson: An update on school vouchers
We are now over a month into the latest session of our state legislature. It started with the Governor setting his agenda as he delivered…
Rep. Pfeiffer: Medical marijuana changes eminent
In the last week of February, the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs seized half a billion dollars-worth of illegally grown marijuana, shutting down…
Sen. Hall: “That’s how we have to treat that $1.3 billion”
I have long said that the most important job of the state Legislature is to write and approve a balanced budget. As vice chair of…
Rep. John Pfeiffer: Legislative Session Underway
The Second Session of the 58th Legislature started Feb. 7 with the governor’s annual State of the State address. The governor outlined some priorities shared…
Meridian’s South Campus in Guthrie to begin offering classes March 21
We are excited for Meridian’s South Campus in Guthrie to open on March 21. We recently moved into the building and are getting in new…