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.
Board of Health approves latest, revised medical marijuana rules
It took all of three minutes for the Board of Health to enter executive session after commencing a meeting this afternoon at the Oklahoma...
Here’s why random drug testing is a bad school policy
On July 16, the Norman Public Schools board voted to begin a random drug-testing program for high school students participating in “OSSAA sanctioned extracurricular...
Hofmeister vs. Murphy: GOP superintendent debate set
Oklahoma State Superintendent for Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister will debate her GOP runoff opponent, Linda Murphy, 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24.
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TV series highlights missteps in Julius Jones’ death penalty case
The Last Defense documentary series focuses on death row inmates who seem to be innocent. In episodes five through seven, the series presented a powerful case...
Corporation Commission debates set, Anthony ‘declines to participate’
With a high number of races on the ballot for Oklahoma's Aug. 28 runoff election, NonDoc is working with non-partisan partners Let's Fix This...
Election robocalls keep robot employment high
I don't have a landline, and I don't pick up my cell phone when I don't recognize the number — probably a good policy...
‘More questions’ after medical marijuana meeting
A complicated labyrinth of potential regulations surrounds Oklahoma's implementation of State Question 788. For at least one member of the Legislature's newly formed working...
Costs, closures take toll on child care in Oklahoma
(Editor’s note: This story was authored by Paul Monies of Oklahoma Watch and appears here in accordance with the non-profit journalism organization’s republishing terms.)
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Chelsea Church terminated as pharmacy board director
Chelsea Church has been terminated as executive director of the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy, effective immediately.
The board went into executive session shortly after...
Two factors to consider when reforming health care
I am pleased to have been invited to be a contributor to NonDoc. For some time now, I have admired the thoughtful writings of...
