Elmer Thomas Park in Lawton is planned for upgrades, including a new 6,000-seat amphitheater, boardwalks, and amenities aimed at enhancing community use and accessibility.

Oklahoma Rep. Collin Duel has introduced a bill mandating state entities to divest from nations considered U.S. adversaries to protect national security.

Oklahoma City's Strong Neighborhood Initiative expands to Ross Heights and Stockyards City, aiming for revitalization through home construction, repairs, and public space enhancement.

Traffic on S. Berry Road in Norman will be disrupted due to sewer maintenance on February 4, 2025, starting at 8 a.m. Local access will be maintained.

Oklahoma Rep. Nicole Miller introduces HB 2260 to address engineer shortage with tax credits for students and firms hiring civil engineers, mirroring aerospace sector strategies.

Oklahoma AG Drummond opposes California's Prop 12, affecting pork producers with strict housing standards. He's backed by 22 states, arguing it violates interstate commerce and could harm the industry.

Oklahoma Senator Julia Kirt has filed bills to improve statewide housing accessibility, including the formation of a Workforce Housing Commission and allocating municipal funds for housing strategies.

Rep. Cynthia Roe backs House Bill 1682 to toughen penalties on sales of tobacco and vape products to individuals under 21 in Oklahoma, hoping to address youth nicotine addiction.

Rep. Tim Turner has spoken about inmate Marquel Ross's death in an Oklahoma prison, citing DOC records on Ross's misconduct and the recent murder charge against Ross's cellmate. He calls for holding both the DOC and offenders accountable.

Oklahoma City honored two public safety officials: Police Officer of the Year Sgt. William Reyes for saving a man from falling, and Firefighter of the Year Capt. John Chenoweth for exceptional information dissemination.

Oklahoma Rep. Woolley introduced two bills focusing on immigration control, aiming to ensure jobs for legal workers and transparency in school enrollments.

Oklahoma Rep. Judd Strom introduced a bill to require seat belts on new school buses starting July 2025, aligning with states prioritizing child safety in school transportation.

Edmond celebrates a 92% participation rate in its recycling program, with 5,221 tons of materials saved from landfills in 2024. The program's success is also bolstered by a partnership with UCO, which has a new on-campus recycling center.