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What the Governor of Oklahoma Can Do About Congressional Maps

What the Governor of Oklahoma Can Do About Congressional Maps

Learn about the Oklahoma governor's specific powers, including the critical veto, in the state's congressional redistricting process and why it matters.
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Gov. Evers and WEDC Celebrate New EMD Electronics Semiconductor R Facility in Sheboygan Falls

Gov. Evers and WEDC Celebrate New EMD Electronics Semiconductor R Facility in Sheboygan Falls

Gov. Evers and WEDC Celebrate New EMD Electronics Semiconductor R Facility in Sheboygan Falls
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Former Arizona high school basketball player Jaylon Johnson dies at 19

Former Arizona high school basketball player Jaylon Johnson dies at 19

Independence Community College basketball player Jaylon Johnson, who starred for several Arizona high schools, collapsed after a game in Oklahoma.
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EMD Electronics Opens New $200 Million Semiconductor R Facility in Wisconsin

EMD Electronics Opens New $200 Million Semiconductor R Facility in Wisconsin

EMD Electronics Opens New $200 Million Semiconductor R Facility in Wisconsin
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Which college football conference has the most heated rivalries?

Which college football conference has the most heated rivalries?

Exploring which college football conference can claim the title for the most intense and historic rivalries, from the SEC's deep-seated hatreds to the Big Ten's classics.
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Shoppers lose their favorite convenience store after 47 years

Shoppers lose their favorite convenience store after 47 years

A celebrated chain will close all its locations as it transitions to something else entirely.
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Who Certifies Congressional Results in Oklahoma, and When

Who Certifies Congressional Results in Oklahoma, and When

A clear breakdown of the multi-step process for certifying congressional election results in Oklahoma, from county boards to the state's final say.
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Westwin Elements to Invest $502 Million in Mississippi Nickel Refinery

Westwin Elements to Invest $502 Million in Mississippi Nickel Refinery

Westwin Elements to Invest $502 Million in Mississippi Nickel Refinery
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Rogers County Burn Ban Remains in Effect

Rogers County Burn Ban Remains in Effect

Rogers County, Oklahoma, continues to enforce a countywide burn ban due to persistent drought conditions and elevated wildfire risks. Despite recent rainfall of 2 to 3 inches in some areas, the precipitation has not been sufficient to alleviate the drought or reduce fire danger to acceptable levels. The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has extended the burn ban until their next scheduled meeting on September 28, allowing for reassessment of conditions. Residents are urged to comply with the ban and exercise heightened fire safety to prevent potential wildfires.
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Sam Houston Women's Golf Team to Compete in OU Intercollegiate

Sam Houston Women's Golf Team to Compete in OU Intercollegiate

Sam Houston Women's Golf Team to Compete in OU Intercollegiate
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Mark Daigneault on Thunder playing in Tulsa: 'We understand we're [Oklahoma's] team'

Mark Daigneault on Thunder playing in Tulsa: 'We understand we're [Oklahoma's] team'

Mark Daigneault on Oklahoma City Thunder playing in Tulsa: 'We understand we're [Oklahoma's] team.'
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Oklahoma Law Clarifies 'Occupant' vs. 'Tenant' Status in Rental Agreements, Granting Landlords Sole Authority for Removal

Oklahoma Law Clarifies 'Occupant' vs. 'Tenant' Status in Rental Agreements, Granting Landlords Sole Authority for Removal

Oklahoma law distinguishes between an 'Occupant' and a 'Tenant' in rental agreements, a distinction that significantly impacts removal procedures. An 'Occupant' is defined as someone living in a rental unit who was never added to the formal rental agreement, possessing no independent obligations to or rights against the landlord. Conversely, a 'Tenant' is explicitly named in the rental agreement. This legal framework dictates that only the landlord has the authority to demand an 'Occupant' vacate the premises without initiating a formal eviction process. If an 'Occupant' refuses to leave after such a demand, they can be charged with criminal trespass, which carries penalties of up to a $500 fine, up to 30 days in jail, or both. This power is exclusively held by the landlord; a co-tenant on the lease cannot unilaterally remove an 'Occupant' in this manner. The law also clarifies that Oklahoma does not have a 'lodger statute' similar to California's, meaning individuals renting a room in an owner-occupied ho...