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Oklahoma News Report
Tax Credits (11:40)
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Over the past five years legislators have trimmed more than one and a half billion dollars from the budget of state government, a third of that in just this year. As a result funding for public education, roads and bridges and state agencies have all been slashed. During that time however, lawmakers have left billions in tax credits on the books. Lis Exon takes a look at some of these tax credits and their effect on the state budget. Dick Pryor then sits down with Warren Vieth from Oklahoma Watch. Mr. Vieth has been following the progress of a task force created to assess the effectiveness of tax credits.
Related Topics: Business & Economy, Government, Politics
Originally broadcast on August 5, 2011
Oklahoma News Report
Open For Business (11:35)
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As the nation's economy struggles, Oklahoma political and business leaders are spreading the word that the sooner state's economy continues to grow. Oklahoma and its major metropolitan areas are repeatedly cited as leading the nation in several positive economic categories. And, making Oklahoma more open for business has been Governor Mary Fallin's goal since taking office.
Related Topics: Business & Economy, Politics
Originally broadcast on August 5, 2011
Oklahoma News Report
Career Tech (3:38)
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Oklahoma's successful career tech education system is re-tooling after a 5.8% cut in state funding in addition to a loss of federal funds of 2.7 million dollars. The cuts come at a time when education has become the key to improving the lives of an increasing number of Oklahomans.
Related Topics: Politics, Science & Technology, Education, Transportation & Infrastructure
Originally broadcast on July 29, 2011
Oklahoma News Report
Teacher Pay (6:04)
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Oklahoma public school teachers are nearly the lowest paid in the nation, currently ranked 48th. Despite that, the state ranks 9th in the country for the total number of teachers who have reached nationally board certified status. Under state law, that distinction is supposed to come with a five thousand dollar bonus. However, that bonus is no longer funded because of a decision by the state board of education.
Related Topics: Education, Government, Politics, Education
Originally broadcast on July 29, 2011
Oklahoma News Report
New Education Laws (6:56)
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There are nearly 50 new laws passed by state lawmakers that will be in effect by the end of this year. Among them are statues that end social promotion of students not reading at grade level, and the implementation of an “A” through “F” grading scale for overall school performance. Several of the new laws have raised debate about what their real impact will be.
Related Topics: Education, Government, Politics, Education
Originally broadcast on July 29, 2011
Oklahoma News Report
Education Controversy (9:58)
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As a new school year begins, a flurry of reforms and state funding cuts have created a new educational landscape in Oklahoma. The changes are being met with mixed emotions and increasing tension. Oklahoma’s new state superintendent of public instruction Janet Barresi has promised a makeover of pre-k through twelve education. And, from her first meeting with the state board of education, she has faced controversy. The latest involves the board’s decision to strip nearly 34-million dollars in funding from teacher and support personnel health benefits. The budget cuts and new laws have stirred deep concerns within Oklahoma’s education community.
Related Topics: Education, Government, Politics, Education
Originally broadcast on July 29, 2011
ONR
August 12, 2011 (47:36)
The fight is on over new laws to increase oversight of puppy mills and cut down on abuse that has alarmed animal rights activists and state legislators. Major changes are coming to Oklahoma’s power grid as new ways are developed to generate electricity. Oklahoma’s relentless heat is making this a tough summer for all of us, but especially for those that don’t have air conditioning or the money to turn it on. We go behind the scenes as Antiques Roadshow comes to Tulsa and see how an Oklahoma man’s love of art really pays off. A famous outlaw takes up residence in the Sooner State – or does he?
Related Topics: Government, Politics, Science & Technology, Education
Originally broadcast on August 12, 2011
Oklahoma Forum
Education Report (27:45)
We discuss changes and challenges facing Oklahoma students and educators as they return for the start of a new school year with: Phyllis Hudecki, Oklahoma Secretary of Education Bill Price, Chairman, Oklahoma School Choice Coalition Dr. Kent Shellenberger, Superintendent, Bethany Public Schools Ed Allen, President, Oklahoma City American Federation of Teachers
Related Topics: Government, Politics, Science & Technology, Education
Originally broadcast on August 28, 2011
Oklahoma News Report
OK Stories State Motto (1:58)
CAN YOU NAME OUR STATE BIRD? WHAT ABOUT OUR STATE TREE? WHAT'S OKLAHOMA'S STATE MOTTO? IF YOU'RE STUMPED ON ANY OF THOSE SUBJECTS, PAY CAREFUL ATTENTION TO THIS WEEK'S OKLAHOMA STORIES WITH CHARLES NEWCOMB.
Related Topics: Culture & Society, United States, Politics
Originally broadcast on July 22, 2011
Oklahoma News Report
Cherokee Election (10:03)
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THE CHEROKEE NATION'S SUPREME COURT HAS THROWN OUT THE RESULTS OF A DISPUTED ELECTION TO DETERMINE THE TRIBE'S NEXT CHIEF...SETTING THE STAGE FOR A NEW ELECTION. HISTORICALLY, TRIBAL ELECTIONS INVOLVE CONTROVERSY. THAT IS AGAIN THE CASE WITH THE LATEST EFFORT OF THE STATE'S LARGEST INDIAN TRIBE TO SELECT A NEW PRINCIPAL CHIEF. Chief Chad Smith\Incumbant Bill John Baker\Challenger Robin Mayes\Cherokee Citizen Dawnena Squirrel Mackey\Cherokee Citizen Ross Swimmer\Former Cherokee Chief Gail Ross\Historian THE CHEROKEE TRIBAL COUNCIL IS ITS LEGISLATIVE BRANCH. THE UPROAR OVER THE PRINCIPAL CHIEF'S ELECTION HAS THE COUNCIL LOOKING FOR WAYS TO RESTORE CONFIDENCE IN THE CHEROKEE'S ELECTORAL PROCESS. IT'S FIRST STEP IS PASSING A RESOLUTION ASKING THE TRIBE'S ELECTION COMMISSION TO CONSIDER USING AN OUTSIDE ELECTION SERVICE WITH NO TIES TO THE NATION TO TABULATE FUTURE BALLOTS. THE COUNCIL'S SPEAKER MEREDITH FRAILEY SAYS THE COUNCIL WILL ALSO BEGIN WORK SOON ON REFORMING CHEROKEE ELECTION LAWS.
Related Topics: Politics
Originally broadcast on July 22, 2011
