Life-Saving U.S. Aid to Venezuela

By David Arnett

In the wake of the devastating earthquakes that struck north-central Venezuela on June 24, the Trump Administration mounted a swift, comprehensive, and whole-of-government response to save lives and deliver urgently needed relief to the Venezuelan people.

This State Department led response is also harnessing the power of American innovation by partnering with leading private companies and non-governmental organizations to increase the speed and expand reach of relief efforts, bringing the full strength of the U.S. private sector to bear alongside our government response. In a release this morning, the Department of State declared a national commitment to sustaining this response and ensuring that the Venezuelan people receive the full measure of American support as they work to recover from this tragedy.

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Once In A While Band Debuts First Album

By David Arnett

Love’s Waiting For You, recorded at The Church Studio, will benefit kidney cancer research and expand the band’s long-standing charitable mission.

Tulsa’s mission-driven Once In A While Band has announced the upcoming release of its album, Love’s Waiting For You, arriving Sunday, July 12, 2026. The 12-track project marks the group’s first full-length recording and continues the band’s mission of using music to support charitable causes throughout Oklahoma.

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Venezuelan Earthquake Response

By David Arnett

Wednesday June 24, Venezuela experienced a pair of strong earthquakes off the northern coast, west of Caracas. The first shock was reported around magnitude 7.2, followed by a larger main event about 39 seconds later at roughly magnitude 7.5. These quakes have caused significant damage in several cities.

The United States is mobilizing immediate, life-saving resources as part of a rapid, government-wide response.  In the hours after the earthquakes, President Trump immediately authorized the U.S. government to commit significant financial assistance, deploy search and rescue efforts, and collaborate with the interim Venezuelan authorities to address the acute needs of the Venezuelan people the U.S. State Department said in a media release.

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Top Homeowners Insurance Mistakes

By Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready

Choosing the right homeowners insurance is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home. Many Oklahoma homeowners focus only on the lowest premium, without checking what the policy actually covers. This can lead to major out‑of‑pocket costs after a storm, fire, or other disaster. Here are common mistakes to avoid with Oklahoma home insurance.

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New Wildlife Resolutions & Rules

By David Arnett

Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commissioners approved three emergency rules and five resolutions affecting hunting, fishing and wildlife during their regular meeting June 22 in Oklahoma City, staff noted in a release to media this week. 

The emergency rules begin immediately but will be considered as permanent additions during the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation’s regular rule change process later this year.

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