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Oklahoma governor's call for special session on tax fairness raises criticism, crickets by Molly Young and William C. Wertz The Oklahoman Oklahoma legislative leaders were largely quiet Tuesday in reaction to Gov. Kevin Stitt’s surprise call for a special session to consider slashing taxes. The session appears

Wes Nofire tapped for Native American liaison role in Oklahoma governor's office By Allison Herrera, KOSU Gov. Kevin Stitt says former Cherokee Nation tribal council member Wes Nofire will be "a bridge" between his office and the state's tribal nations. Nofire vacated his seat

Historic Fort Washita placed in trust An August signing ceremony between a Bureau of Indian Affairs representative and Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby formalized Fort Washita being placed in trust with the U.S. government. The Chickasaw Nation owned site, located in Bryan County, Oklahoma, is also listed on the

USDA designates more than $60 million to expand high speed internet access in rural areas of Oklahoma tribal nations By Robby Korth An Oklahoma tribal nation and two telephone companies are receiving $67.4 million to expand broadband access in rural Oklahoma. The funds are part of a $667 million

Tribal gaming enterprises continue to grow year over year By Heide Brandes The Journal Record Year over year, with the exception of 2020, tribal gaming enterprises in Oklahoma continue to grow, and fiscal tear 2021-22 shaped up to be a banner year when it came to visits, revenue generated and