Voter Info for May

• May 22 is the voter registration deadline for the June 16 Primary Elections which will include candidates for the State Senate and State House among other major state and national government positions.• The absentee ballot deadline for the June 16 primary elections is June 1.

Oklahomans Could Purchase Route 66 Centennial License Plate Under New Law

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Bill 3147, authored by Rep. Derrick Hildebrant, R-Catoosa, and Sen. Ally Seifried, R-Claremore, has become law, authorizing the creation of the Route 66 Centennial License Plate in consultation with the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission.

Emerald Ash Borer confirmed in Wagoner County

WAGONER COUNTY — The invasive Emerald Ash Borer has been confirmed in Wagoner County by USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).The invasive insect is known for killing all species of ash trees in North America.

Central Tech Instructor Monica Frick Recognized with Marsha Daves Lifetime Achievement Award

DRUMRIGHT – Central Tech Cosmetology Instructor Monica Frick was honored April 20 with the Marsha Daves Lifetime Achievement Award during the SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference in Tulsa.

Bill Adding Alpha-gal Syndrome to State Reporting Heads to Governor’s Desk

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill that would add the condition commonly known as the red meat allergy to the state’s list of reportable diseases and conditions is now headed to the governor’s desk for final consideration.Senate Bill 1644, authored by Rep.

House Sends Bill to Permanently Ban Cell Phones in Schools to Governor's Desk

OKLAHOMA CITY – Last week the Oklahoma House sent a bill to the Governor's desk that requires school districts to permanently adopt a policy prohibiting students from using cell phones on campus during the school day.

Oilton youth praised for cemetery beautification

OILTON — A group of seasonal interns for the City of Oilton has earned praise from city officials after completing a weekend beautification project at Highland Cemetery.

Drumright Home Destroyed in Late-Night Fire; No Injuries Reported

DRUMRIGHT — A residential structure on North Ohio Street was destroyed in a fire recently. There were no reported injuries associated with the incident, according to Drumright Fire Chief Brett Lunsford.Firefighters were dispatched at approximately 11:32 p.m.