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'Conservative' group attacks OCPA, conservative lawmakers
A group called “OK Conservative Renewal, LLC” — which targeted conservative Republicans in Oklahoma’s June primary elections — appears to be linked to attacks that targeted the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs (OCPA), the state’s premier free-market think tank, based on information gleaned from text messages. In recent months and during the primary election cycle, text messages were sent to Oklahomans attacking OCPA and state Rep. Denise Crosswhite Hader, R-Piedmont. ...
5 Ways Credit Cards Can Offer a Break on Back-to-School Purchases
As back-to-school season approaches, your kids may have outgrown their clothes — but they don't have to outgrow your budget. Families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $874.68 on clothing, shoes, school supplies and electronics, according to data from the National Retail Federation. For college students and their families, the expected amount on items for the coming year is an average of $1,364.75. ...
Opinion: Oklahoma Corporation Commission’s 'Fake Audits Abetted' Multi-Billion-Dollar 'Fleecing of Ratepayers'
Oklahoma City – As I have written, significant thanks are due to Professor David Greenwell, CPA, for being willing to say publicly what many others knew but chose to ignore. In my own words: for three years, the Oklahoma Corporation Commission has been conducting fake audits of the billions in 2021 Winter Storm fuel and bond costs. Even worse, multiple times Corporation Commission testimony under oath affirmed these fake audits as real and lawful when they were not. ...
Poor Flowering and Fruiting in the Vegetable Garden
Another summer of above-normal summer temperatures in much of the country may be taking its toll on your vegetable gardens. Temperature extremes can interfere with flowering and fruit set, resulting in poor flowering, blossom drop, and a lack of or misshapen fruit on tomatoes, peppers, squash, and more. The impact of temperature on plants depends on the stage of the plant’s development. ...
Benzinga Announces Fintech Deal Day & Awards Event On November 19, 2024, In NYC
NEW YORK, July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Benzinga, a leading media outlet and data provider for global financial institutions and investors, is excited to announce its annual Fintech Deal Day & Awards event, set to take place on November 19, 2024, at 225 Liberty St, New York, NY 10281. Why Attend Benzinga's Fintech Deal Day & Awards Benzinga is a cornerstone in the financial information and events industry, renowned for...
With all Eyes on the Olympics, Will We Also See More Younger Athletes Undergoing Hip or Knee Replacement?
Uptick in surgeries for younger patients according to experts, including renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Berger CHICAGO, July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world trains its eyes on the upcoming Olympic games, it is important to recognize that all young elite athletes could one day face total hip or total knee replacement. Although we may think of someone of 65 as a typical joint replacement patient, research indicates that hip and knee replacements are quickly becoming more prevalent among younger individuals. ...
IPX1031 Unveils 2024 List of 1031 Exchange Misconceptions
CHICAGO, July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Investment Property Exchange Services, Inc. (IPX1031), the leading national provider of 1031 Exchange services, has released their yearly Top Misconceptions about 1031 Exchanges. The rules and regulations governing 1031 tax-deferred transactions sometimes give rise to myths and misunderstandings. By addressing these misconceptions, IPX1031 aims to educate both new and experienced investors about the nuances of using a 1031 Exchange effectively. ...
Celebrating Oklahoma's Best Teachers
Last week Oklahoma celebrated the Teacher of the Year. We needed this celebration and the reminder that Oklahoma has thousands of great teachers who have our children’s best interests at heart. I was privileged, on behalf of OCPA, to participate in this celebration of excellence. (https://www.fox23.com/news/ada-high-school-teacher-named-oklahoma-teacher-of-the-year/article_0c11cf8c-4375-11ef-94f6-27a7651b7b76.html ) It seems like nearly every day we see another story about a teacher abusing his or her position to corrupt our kids. And...
Small-Business Lenders Share an Inside Look at the Loan Process
Whether you have done it before or you’re new to the process, applying for a small-business loan can be frustrating and difficult to navigate. In the Federal Reserve’s 2023 Small-Business Credit Survey, over half of business owners who reported feeling discouraged from applying for funding cited lender requirements as the reason. With large banks in particular, a difficult application process was one of the top challenges borrowers faced, second only to high interest rates. To help shed light on the process, we spoke with two...
Oklahoma women’s soccer Fall 2024 schedule to include matches versus Oklahoma State and Oral Roberts, SEC competition to begin September 19
Norman – The University of Oklahoma women’s soccer season begins in just a few weeks. As a tune-up, OU has a home exhibition match against the Nebraska Cornhuskers set for August 9. Oklahoma enters a new environment with the intense competitiveness of the Southeast Conference (SEC). In all, the Lady Sooners will play 18 matches...
Multi-fronts -- Israel fights Hamas, Hezbollah, militias based in Iraq and Syria, and Houthis in Yemen
Early on Friday morning (June 19), a civilian tower (a civilian residence) in Tel Aviv, Israel suffered a drone attack. A man in his 50s was killed and ten others wounded in the resulting explosion. Israel continues to wage a multi-front conflict that has steadily intensified in wake of the October 7, 2023 Hamas terrorist attacks on civilian towns and Kibbutz areas in southern Israel. The Nation and People of...
Hospital Hackings Surge, Putting Patient Data and Safety at Risk
New York City, New York -- The same technology that makes it convenient for patients to request prescription refills, view test results and schedule appointments with physicians has also made it easier for hackers to launch crippling cyberattacks on hospitals and healthcare systems, and analysts say there’s no end in sight. “These cyberattacks on our hospital infrastructures here and abroad only highlight the very urgent need for improved cybersecurity in healthcare overall,” asserted Steven McKeon, cybersecurity expert and founder of MacguyverTech. ...
Give your aging wood deck a composite makeover
(BPT) - Of the more than 60 million decks in the U.S., it is estimated that 50% are “past their useful life” and in need of repair or replacement, according to a report by the North American Decking and Railing Association (NADRA). If yours is among them, consider this. As long as your substructure is in good shape, resurfacing the walking surface with high-performance composite can be a simple way to breathe new life into your deck, requiring about the same amount of time and energy as resurfacing with wood. And, you’ll never have to stain your deck again. ...
Carl and Marilynn Thoma create 'transformational' Scholars Program at Oklahoma State University - 'cost-to-attend' scholarships for rural students
Stillwater, Oklahoma — A transformational gift from the Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation has established a new Scholars Program at Oklahoma State University. The objective is provision of "cost-to-attend" scholarships for exceptional young leaders in underserved rural areas. The innovative scholarship program, will award life-changing scholarships to students in Northwest Oklahoma, West Texas and Eastern New Mexico, enabling them to earn a college degree without debt. ...
The End of Chevron Deference Is a ‘Power Shift’ for Investors
The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments.What do fishing, air pollution and Bitcoin have in common? Maybe just one thing: Until recently, they were all regulated by a powerful legal doctrine known as Chevron deference.But in late June, a fishing-related Supreme Court case, Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, brought an end to Chevron deference. Experts say the decision could cause substantial changes to financial rules — especially when it...
Doctors Explain Oklahoma County Alert: Young Adults Face Silent Sleep-Related Heart Threat.
In this article, The Medical Experts @ The Health Standard, share their expert insights on the findings and provide Oklahoma residents with evidence-based recommendations for protecting their health.Why This Matters to YouA recent study adds to the evidence that there is a solid link between sleep apnea and cardiovascular diseases. However, the findings of this study highlight an issue that many young people tend to ignore. They feel that sleep apnea does not apply to them. This finding is crucial for Oklahoma County, Oklahoma residents because the findings continue to highlight the heart health benefits of early detection and treatment...
Health Infographic for Oklahoma County. Doctors Reveal How Sleep Apnea Harms Your Heart
Infographic by The Health Experts @ The Health Standard.Key Takeaways for Oklahoma County Residents.Understand the link between sleep apnea and heart disease.Learn why early detection is crucial.Follow expert recommendations for better health.**Why This Matters to You: **By managing your sleep apnea early, you can potentially reduce your risk of cardiovascular diseases and improve your overall health and well-being.You can read the article by selecting your county here.A recent study adds to the evidence that there is a solid link between sleep apnea and cardiovascular diseases. However, the findings of this study highlight an issue that many young people tend to...
TI pioneers new magnetic packaging technology for power modules, cutting power solution size in half
DALLAS, July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Instruments (TI) (Nasdaq: TXN) today introduced six new power modules designed to improve power density, enhance efficiency and reduce EMI. These power modules leverage TI's proprietary MagPack integrated magnetic packaging technology, shrinking their size by up to 23% compared to competing modules, enabling designers of industrial, enterprise and communications applications to achieve previously impossible performance levels. In fact, three of the six new devices, the TPSM82866A, TPSM82866C and TPSM82816, are the industry's smallest 6A power modules, supplying an industry-leading power density of nearly 1A per 1mm2 of area. ...
How the Next Generation Will Use Credit Cards
The year is 2034. Gen Z, now ages 22 to 37, is enjoying its waning years of cultural relevance before brands focus their marketing on Generation Alpha. We still don’t have jetpacks. But what we will still have are credit cards — only they might not resemble the ones we use now. After all, a decade or two makes a lot of difference when it comes to payment technology. Within the past 15 years or so, we've witnessed the rise of digital wallets. At the...
Protecting the Health of the LGBTQ+ Community: 3 Things You Can Do
(StatePoint) The LGBTQ+ community celebrated their shared and lived experience this June during Pride Month. While the LGBTQ+ experience varies from individual to individual and from generation to generation, one constant remains – the importance of protecting health. “We celebrate Pride because we are proud of who we are, what we have accomplished and where we are heading in advancing health equity,” says Brian Hujdich, executive director of the National Coalition for LGBTQ Health. “Part of protecting health – for ourselves and for the community...
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