Civics
NonDoc journalists report on the civic realm in Oklahoma and beyond. Our site also publishes a variety of commentary pieces about civic matters. As a site category, "Civics" encompasses three subcategories: Education, Health Care and Politics.
OK County Commissioner Corral: Debate to pit Brian Maughan v. Spencer Hicks
Members of the Oklahoma County Commission have taken part in some heated arguments this year, and now NonDoc is pleased to announce that the...
A ‘disappointed’ Frank Keating resigns from OCPA board
Former Oklahoma Gov. Frank Keating has resigned from the board of the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs, according to an email obtained by NonDoc.
Keating...
Coleman trial commentary: How a judge was removed
In watching and writing about Kendra Coleman’s struggle to retain her seat on the Oklahoma County District Court bench, it struck me how her...
Winner of CD 5 race could help shape marijuana policy
Medical marijuana has grown into a robust Oklahoma industry since the passage of State Question 788 in July 2018, but its future may continue...
‘Let’s do it well while we can:’ School music programs adjust to COVID-19
School districts throughout the state have made an array of adjustments to their regular operations owing to COVID-19, and music programs throughout Oklahoma haven't...
The week in coveducation: Federal grants, canceled events and an Epic audit
Part one of an audit of Epic Charter Schools was released by State Auditor & Inspector Cindy Byrd this week claiming that the charter...
‘I’m overwhelmed’: Single parents navigate virtual learning
Succeeding in the world of virtual learning can be difficult for students. It can also be difficult for single parents who are now wearing...
COVID-19 on campus: An OU student shares her experience with the virus
On Day Three of self-isolation, I could no longer taste whiskey. On Day Five, I set my thermostat to 78 degrees. By the time...
Duel at the Douglass: Wayland Cubit, Tommie Johnson to debate for Oklahoma County sheriff
The 2020 race for Oklahoma County sheriff will result in the first Black sheriff to hold the office, regardless of who wins. But before...
HD 93: Mickey Dollens, Mike Christian want you to remember their names
The voters in House District 93 will be choosing between two familiar names on Nov. 3. The incumbent, Rep. Mickey Dollens (D-OKC), will be...
