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Oklahoma
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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
More snow coming through Tulsa area
Mar 21, 2010 6:06 pm
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is discouraging all unnecessary travel. Many roadways froze overnight and accidents continue to occur regularly.
Way back when: Today in history
Mar 21, 2010 10:58 am
The name of Persia was officially changed to Iran. Both names were approved for use by Mohammad Reza Shah in 1959.
Mar 21, 2010 10:27 am
Here's how Oklahoma senators and House of Representatives members voted on key bills and amendments last week. A 'Y' means the member voted for the measure; an 'N' means the member voted against the m...
Norman man recalls survival at sea
Mar 21, 2010 10:00 am
Joe Griffith of Norman was 17 and a passenger on the Andrea Doria when it collided with another ship off the Nantucket coast July 25, 1956. Griffith, now 70, recalls clinging to a railing for almost t...
Nursing home's poor care nearly costs it certification
Mar 21, 2010 9:55 am
The Shady Rest Care Center in Pryor narrowly missed losing its Medicaid and Medicare status because of numerous violations of care, including an incident in which a patient was treated for head trauma...
Webster HS sets magnet showcase
Mar 21, 2010 9:54 am
A showcase for parents and students interested in learning more about Webster High School's magnet program is set for Thursday.
Failure of beer bill won't stop grocer quest
Mar 21, 2010 9:51 am
A failed attempt to change Oklahoma's liquor laws to allow the sale of beer and wine in grocery stores isn't the end of Oklahoma City's quest to attract a high-end national grocery chain to the area.
Political Notebook: Fifth District numbers
Mar 21, 2010 9:49 am
'Don't know' holds a wide lead in the race to succeed Fifth District Congresswoman Mary Fallin, according to a recent survey of 302 likely voters in the July Republican primary.
Mom fighting bill of her senator-son
Mar 21, 2010 9:48 am
She may be state Sen. Anthony Sykes' mother, but she got no special treatment last week when she was lobbying against one of his measures.
Grand Lake resort owner to restore 'Shangri-La'
Mar 21, 2010 9:45 am
The 30-year-old resort on Grand Lake will once again be known as Shangri-La, owner Eddy Gibbs said.
Local News for Tulsa Oklahoma from TulsaWorld.com
More snow coming through Tulsa area
Mar 21, 2010 6:06 pm
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is discouraging all unnecessary travel. Many roadways froze overnight and accidents continue to occur regularly.
Way back when: Today in history
Mar 21, 2010 10:58 am
The name of Persia was officially changed to Iran. Both names were approved for use by Mohammad Reza Shah in 1959.
Mar 21, 2010 10:27 am
Here's how Oklahoma senators and House of Representatives members voted on key bills and amendments last week. A 'Y' means the member voted for the measure; an 'N' means the member voted against the m...
Norman man recalls survival at sea
Mar 21, 2010 10:00 am
Joe Griffith of Norman was 17 and a passenger on the Andrea Doria when it collided with another ship off the Nantucket coast July 25, 1956. Griffith, now 70, recalls clinging to a railing for almost t...
Nursing home's poor care nearly costs it certification
Mar 21, 2010 9:55 am
The Shady Rest Care Center in Pryor narrowly missed losing its Medicaid and Medicare status because of numerous violations of care, including an incident in which a patient was treated for head trauma...
Webster HS sets magnet showcase
Mar 21, 2010 9:54 am
A showcase for parents and students interested in learning more about Webster High School's magnet program is set for Thursday.
Failure of beer bill won't stop grocer quest
Mar 21, 2010 9:51 am
A failed attempt to change Oklahoma's liquor laws to allow the sale of beer and wine in grocery stores isn't the end of Oklahoma City's quest to attract a high-end national grocery chain to the area.
Political Notebook: Fifth District numbers
Mar 21, 2010 9:49 am
'Don't know' holds a wide lead in the race to succeed Fifth District Congresswoman Mary Fallin, according to a recent survey of 302 likely voters in the July Republican primary.
Mom fighting bill of her senator-son
Mar 21, 2010 9:48 am
She may be state Sen. Anthony Sykes' mother, but she got no special treatment last week when she was lobbying against one of his measures.
Grand Lake resort owner to restore 'Shangri-La'
Mar 21, 2010 9:45 am
The 30-year-old resort on Grand Lake will once again be known as Shangri-La, owner Eddy Gibbs said.
