Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after hearing about the passing of Wes Watkins: “I was deeply saddened to learn of the sudden and unexpected passing of my dear friend and distinguished public servant, Wes Watkins of Stillwater, Oklahoma. “Wes was a remarkable man and had a brilliant career in Congress, serving on …
Category: Ag News
Mar 27
Elevated Fire Weather today across the Panhandle, Northwestern and Far-Western Oklahoma
Statewide Discussion: Elevated fire weather today across the Panhandle, northwestern and far-western Oklahoma while moderated conditions are expected elsewhere. As has been previously discussed, given the composite fuel moisture along and north of I-44 less intense fire weather is required to support problematic to extreme fire behavior. As with most weather systems that traverse the …
Mar 27
House Passes Multiple Energy Bills
The House passed multiple bills today that relate to the Oklahoma energy industry, from determining how energy is regulated “behind the meter” to setbacks on wind turbines and solar panels. House Bill 2751, by Rep. Trey Caldwell, is the culmination of work done by multiple House members who filed wind setback bills this session. The …
Mar 27
House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson comments on passing of former United States Rep. Wes Watkins
House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, gave condolences after the passing of former U.S. Rep. Wes Watkins at 86. Watkins represented Oklahoma’s 3rd Congressional District for a cumulative 20 years. “I send my sincerest condolences to Lou Rogers Watkins, Congressman Watkin’s son, and everyone who knew and loved Congressman Wes Watkins,” Leader Munson said. …
Mar 27
Thursday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Mar 27
Radio Oklahoma Network State Capitol Report for Thursday, March 27, 2025
RON’s Jacquelyn Farris reports from the State Capitol
Mar 26
House Speaker Comments on Wes Watkins’ Passing
House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, comments on the passing of former Congressman Wes Watkins: “I am sorry to hear of today’s passing of former Congressman Wes Watkins. Being an FFA state officer changed the trajectory of my life, and I know FFA had a similar impact on Congressman Watkins. I remember speaking with him on …
Mar 26
In Memory of Former Congressman Wes Watkins
Long time Congressman Wes Watkins, who represented the area of the state known as Little Dixie as both a Democrat and later towards the end of his political career, a Republican, has died. He was 86. He ran twice as a Governor- once as a Democrat and then later as an Independent. It was after …
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