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Oklahoma is a state located in the south-central region of the United States of America. Its nickname is the "Sooner State", and is part of a region commonly known as the American "Heartland." Oklahoma City is the state's capital and largest city. The Congressional Quarterly and Census report places Oklahoma in the Southern United States. However, since Oklahoma is near the geographic center of the U.S., the regional influences add to Oklahoma's unique character.
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Community News for Tulsa Oklahoma from TulsaWorld.com
Burrage addresses Broken Arrow audit release delay
Sep 2, 2010 6:11 pm
State Auditor and Inspector Steve Burrage on Thursday said most of the findings in an audit he put the brakes on will come out.
Former Reproductive Services director charged with giving police false info
Sep 2, 2010 6:06 pm
She was accused of reporting that a bomb had been placed in a trash can at her then-place of employment.
County assisting nonprofits with energy audits
Sep 2, 2010 6:04 pm
Tulsa County is providing $40,000 in federal stimulus funds to pay for energy audits at 12 local nonprofits.
Way back when: Today in history
Sep 2, 2010 11:21 am
Clear water was again flowing through pipes to most of the city, thanks to C. Arthur Brown, an Ohio water purification expert brought to Tulsa through efforts of the Tulsa World.
Tulsa has most speed traps instate, group says
Sep 2, 2010 11:13 am
Tulsa has the most speed traps in the state, according to a national group that gathers driver-reported data.
Bartlesville charter changes headed to voters in November
Sep 2, 2010 11:12 am
Voters will consider in November amendments to the city's charter that address controversies that have arisen in the City Council in recent years.
State workers insurance rate hike less
Sep 2, 2010 11:11 am
A rate increase by the organization that administers the insurance plan for state employees, teachers and retirees will be about 1 percent less than approved earlier.
OU, OSU cancel traditional pep rallies, citing cost
Sep 2, 2010 10:18 am
The state's two largest universities are canceling their traditional football season pep rallies for economic reasons.
Third of council may skip private sessions with mayor
Sep 2, 2010 10:18 am
Not all city councilors are on board with hashing out their relationship with Mayor Dewey Bartlett in closed-door meetings Tuesday sponsored by the Tulsa Metro Chamber.
Start-up police force triggers inquiry
Sep 2, 2010 10:18 am
Boynton town officials are under investigation on allegations of nepotism and violation of the Open Meeting Act, as well as for their sudden formation of a police force.
Local News for Tulsa Oklahoma from TulsaWorld.com
Burrage addresses Broken Arrow audit release delay
Sep 2, 2010 6:11 pm
State Auditor and Inspector Steve Burrage on Thursday said most of the findings in an audit he put the brakes on will come out.
Former Reproductive Services director charged with giving police false info
Sep 2, 2010 6:06 pm
She was accused of reporting that a bomb had been placed in a trash can at her then-place of employment.
County assisting nonprofits with energy audits
Sep 2, 2010 6:04 pm
Tulsa County is providing $40,000 in federal stimulus funds to pay for energy audits at 12 local nonprofits.
Way back when: Today in history
Sep 2, 2010 11:21 am
Clear water was again flowing through pipes to most of the city, thanks to C. Arthur Brown, an Ohio water purification expert brought to Tulsa through efforts of the Tulsa World.
Tulsa has most speed traps instate, group says
Sep 2, 2010 11:13 am
Tulsa has the most speed traps in the state, according to a national group that gathers driver-reported data.
Bartlesville charter changes headed to voters in November
Sep 2, 2010 11:12 am
Voters will consider in November amendments to the city's charter that address controversies that have arisen in the City Council in recent years.
State workers insurance rate hike less
Sep 2, 2010 11:11 am
A rate increase by the organization that administers the insurance plan for state employees, teachers and retirees will be about 1 percent less than approved earlier.
OU, OSU cancel traditional pep rallies, citing cost
Sep 2, 2010 10:18 am
The state's two largest universities are canceling their traditional football season pep rallies for economic reasons.
Third of council may skip private sessions with mayor
Sep 2, 2010 10:18 am
Not all city councilors are on board with hashing out their relationship with Mayor Dewey Bartlett in closed-door meetings Tuesday sponsored by the Tulsa Metro Chamber.
Start-up police force triggers inquiry
Sep 2, 2010 10:18 am
Boynton town officials are under investigation on allegations of nepotism and violation of the Open Meeting Act, as well as for their sudden formation of a police force.
