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.
Stitt to court: Guilty plea booted Rep. Ryan Martinez from office, election coming
(Update: Late Friday, Aug. 18, Rep. Ryan Martinez announced his resignation effective Sept. 1. The following article remains in its original form.)
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Stroble case asks OK Supreme Court to decide income tax rules on reservations
(Update: On Jan. 17, 2024, the Oklahoma Supreme Court held oral arguments in the Stroble v. Oklahoma Tax Commission case. The following article remains...
‘It’s embarrassing’: Edmond housing study discussion turns fiery at council meeting
The Edmond City Council received a citywide housing study Monday night, but discussions surrounding the report and potential action to increase affordable housing options...
Reboot: Oklahoma Broadband Office discards ARPA list, starts new process
After hearing complaints for months from internet service providers, growing concerns from its governing board members and recent suggestions from the Office of the...
EPS pay raise deals struck by district board, unions
The Edmond Association of Classroom Teachers and the Support Employees of Edmond unions have voted overwhelmingly to ratify their respective agreements with the Edmond...
With nebulous nonprofit proposed to provide services, Bricktown apartments’ TIF vote looms
(Update: One day after the publication of this article, the OKC City Council voted 7-2 to approve the TIF proposal for the Boardwalk at...
‘If you can fry it, I can eat it’: Linda Edmondson reflects on social work, nonprofits and campaigns
As the daughter of a former Oklahoma House of Representatives member who married a future Oklahoma attorney general, Linda Edmondson is accustomed to life...
‘Intentional collaboration’: Growth a top topic at Edmond’s State of the City
Mayor Darrell Davis said the city needs to prepare for incoming growth over the next 20 to 30 years, highlighting planned improvements and ideas...
Facing December trial in football hazing lawsuit, Kingfisher School Board meets in court
In a bizarre scenario, the Kingfisher Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting today inside a federal courtroom so three elected members...
With accreditation vote looming, Ryan Walters outlines goals for Tulsa Public Schools
In a press conference that ended less than an hour before the start of a Tulsa Public Schools Board meeting Monday evening, State Superintendent...
