ONR 3-22-13

Sequester & Military Cuts

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A last-minute deal to fund government for the next six months helped deflect a blow to the nation's--and Oklahoma's--military, which would have put civilian employees on furlough by next month. But many sequestration cuts are still in place, and Oklahoma is preparing for the impact.

Related Topics: Community, United States, Government, Politics, National Security, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on March 22, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

3-15-13

On this episode of the ONR, we take a look at the flurry of activity at the state capitol as lawmakers rush to meet the time constraints of deadline week. A review of Oklahoma's government openness has the state earning low marks. Plus, a look at science and math education in the state, observing the role of the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, and an auto shop that just might have the luck of the Irish, on this ONR.

Related Topics: Community, Travel, Health Care & Illnesses, Education, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Health, Education

Originally broadcast on March 15, 2013

3-1-13

Oklahoma News Report

In this episode, Oklahoma U.S. Representative Tom Cole lays out the local impact of sequestration. One group who will be impacted? The middle class, a group that is increasingly shrinking--and being squeezed by economic issues besides. In northern Oklahoma, cattlemen in Osage County face a particular issue as they fight to protect their lands and their cattle. Meanwhile, small towns across the state find themselves in broader food deserts and local groceries struggle to keep their doors open. And a local government agency that defines the very word, 'streamlined.' Plus, high-tech hay theft deterrent, a state capitol roundup, and saying goodbye to an Oklahoma acting legend, on this ONR.

Related Topics: Film & Television, Biography & Profiles, Community, Food, Education, Modern, Earth, Environment, Weather & Natural Disasters, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Science & Technology, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on March 1, 2013

ONR 3-1-13

Shrinking Middle Class

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As America's middle class shrinks, many Oklahomans are struggling to simply get by in the midst of bleak job prospects and financial disparity.

Related Topics: Community, Business & Economy, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on March 1, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

2-22-13

In this episode of the ONR, we explore school security, and what measures lawmakers and educators are considering to keep area schools safe. In other nearby schools, the problem is less that of security and more of administrative funding. With a cap on administrative spending, some small school districts are considering merging administrations to save money. In our continuing drought coverage, we visit Altus-Lugert Lake in southwestern Oklahoma, where low water levels are affecting area agriculture. Plus, freshmen legislators, weekly capitol updates, old-school sky diving, Thunder fever and more on this ONR.

Related Topics: Folk Art & Crafts, Community, Sports & Recreation, People & Profiles, Education, Modern, Earth, Environment, Natural History, Weather & Natural Disasters, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Environment, Social Issues, Health, Education, Sports, Biography & Profiles, Energy & Environment

Originally broadcast on February 22, 2013

ONR 2-22-13

Stateline: Thunder Boom

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In this excerpt from the latest Stateline, Robert Burch takes a look at one of Oklahoma's most prominent franchises--the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the impact they've made on the state.

Related Topics: Community, Sports & Recreation, Business & Economy, Sports

Originally broadcast on February 22, 2013

ONR 2-22-13

Administration Consolidation

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With caps in place for administrative spending, a handful of school districts across the state are working to get more bang for their administrative buck by consolidating positions like superintendents.

Related Topics: Community, Education, Business & Economy, Government, Education

Originally broadcast on February 22, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

2-15-13

On this ONR, worker's comp reform has become a key part of republican lawmaker's agenda this session, which could lead to major changes for Oklahoma workers. Also on legislators' agenda: curbing the high number of Oklahomans driving without insurance. Good childcare is a conundrum for families across the state, but some parents find themselves in a gap--earning too much to receive assistance, and too little to afford childcare on their own. It's a problem hitting not just families, but childcare centers as well. And an agency out to clean up the state's defunct drilling sites. Plus, towns get 'Entrepreneur Ready,' stitching together love for veterans, and local poets break down the spirit behind the pen--or, the laptop, on this ONR.

Related Topics: Literature & Writing, Folk Art & Crafts, Community, Health Care & Illnesses, Child Development, Earth, Environment, Weather & Natural Disasters, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Health, Energy & Environment, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on February 15, 2013

ONR 2-15-13

Quilts of Valor

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The number of soldiers returning from tours of duty in the Middle East with serious injuries is staggering. But helping to heal those wounds is a group bringing the gift of hand-crafted love and appreciation.

Related Topics: Folk Art & Crafts, Community, People & Profiles, Caregiving, Social Issues, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on February 15, 2013

ONR 2-15-13

Child Care Crisis

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Parents walk a financial tightrope when it comes to child care--either due to earning too little, or, in some cases, too much. It's a vice that's caught many Oklahoma families trying to make ends meet.

Related Topics: Community, Child Development, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on February 15, 2013