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OSDE passes rule to require citizenship status of families
SUMMARY: The Oklahoma State Department of Education has implemented a new rule requiring parents or emancipated minors to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when enrolling students in schools. This regulation has sparked confusion among board members, who questioned whether it pertains only to parents’ status or also to the students’. State Superintendent Ryan Walters clarified that the rule is meant solely for gathering parents’ citizenship data and does not affect students’ access to education. Some schools, like Yukon Public Schools, stated they will not collect student status information and emphasized that federal law protects student data from ICE agents. A student expressed disapproval of the rule, calling it distasteful.
OSDE passes rule to require citizenship status of families
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Women spends thousands on new bathtub, still doesn’t have it months later
SUMMARY: An Oklahoma woman, Janice Brule, paid \$3,600 to a contractor for a bathtub renovation but hasn’t received the completed work months later. After paying in June, communication with the contractor, J Revival Renovations, ceased by early July. Janice resorted to hauling water from the kitchen to fill her bathtub for two months. The contractor claims the job was canceled by Janice and denies fault, saying he planned to deliver materials multiple times but faced excuses and no access. Janice, a retired special education teacher on a fixed income, cannot afford another contractor and remains skeptical about the situation.
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Woman honored for 50 years of giving back
SUMMARY: Janice Barba was honored for 50 years of dedicated service with Oklahoma Home Community Education Group Number 15, a nearly century-old organization focused on community education and involvement in Cleveland County. Since joining, she has actively contributed to various programs such as bread making, canning, and arts and crafts, fostering fellowship and learning. Janice was recognized through Channel 4’s Pay It Forward program, receiving a $400 award, nominated by a friend for her selfless commitment. She values the friendships and learning experiences, considering the group like family. Janice embodies five decades of giving back and community spirit.
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Commissioner says Juneteenth omission was a 'clerical error'
SUMMARY: A county commissioner, Miles Davidson, is addressing a controversy after a resolution he proposed omitted Juneteenth from the county’s observed holidays. Davidson explained that the omission was a clerical error, not intentional. He supports adding Juneteenth back to the list, noting he originally proposed it as a holiday last year. Other officials, including Commissioner Jason Lowe and Oklahoma County Jail Trust Member Derrick Kobe, reacted to the omission on social media, initially criticizing it. Lowe has since acknowledged the mistake and plans to make a motion to reinstate Juneteenth at the upcoming commissioners’ board meeting, aiming to correct the error.
Commissioner says Juneteenth omission was a ‘clerical error’
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