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Ryan Walters faces ethics inquiry over alliance role

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 7h

Former state schools chief Ryan Walters is under a new ethics investigation over his promotion of a conservative nonprofit while in public office. | Nuria Martinez-Keel, Oklahoma Voice, reports: freepressokc.com/ryan-walters...

Former state schools chief Ryan Walters is under a new ethics investigation over his promotion of a conservative nonprofit while in public office.

Eviction crisis tied to low wages, housing shortage

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 8h

NEW — Nearly half of Oklahoma households struggled to afford basics in 2023. A new report links the state’s eviction crisis to low wages and a lack of housing. | Jake Ramsey, Oklahoma Watch reports:

Nearly half of Oklahoma households struggled to afford basics in 2023. A new report links the state’s eviction crisis to low wages and a lack of housing.

Take a break from horror with these tone-twisting Oct films

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 9h

🎬 Even in October, not everyone wants gruesome horror and scares, so here's a trio of tone-bending tales to celebrate the season, but go lighter on the nerves. | Film with Brett Fieldcamp by OKCMOA: freepressokc.com/take-a-break...

🎬 Even in October, not everyone wants gruesome horror and scares, so here's a trio of tone-bending tales to celebrate the season, but go lighter on the nerves.

The Martin Duprass return with ‘Awkward’ new short comedy film

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 10h

NEW — 🎬 Comedy duo The Martin Duprass will premiere their brand new "Awkward Gawker," about an odd and accidental internet celebrity, at the OK Film Exchange Oct 18th. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

🎬 Comedy duo The Martin Duprass will premiere their brand new "Awkward Gawker," about an odd and accidental internet celebrity, at the OK Film Exchange Oct 18th.

PRESS RELEASE: Oklahoma State Fair generates $91 Million for OKC in September

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 12h

NEW — The Oklahoma State Fair generated $91 million dollars for OKC in September with attendance up 4%. | Staff reports:

The Oklahoma State Fair generated $91 million dollars for OKC in September with attendance up 4%.

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 15h

In Oklahoma City, lunch time is about here. Have you voted on the Oklahoma City GO Bond yet? Check our info on what's on the ballot and use the link to the Election Board to find your voting details. freepressokc.com/okc-2025-bon...

What you need to know before voting in OKC’s $2.7B bond election Oct. 14: Streets, parks, safety projects—no property tax hike. Make your plan to vote.

Metro Library picks first poet laureate: Hallie Waugh

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 17h

Hallie Waugh is Metro Library’s first poet laureate—and she’s on a mission to make poetry accessible to everyone in Oklahoma County. | Brett Dickerson reports: freepressokc.com/metro-librar...

Hallie Waugh is Metro Library’s first poet laureate—and she’s on a mission to make poetry accessible to everyone in Oklahoma County. #PoetryForAll #OKC

Crank up the spooky spirit with these Halloween concerts in OKC

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 19h

OKC’s local stages are set to scare up a bucket’s worth of concert treats perfect for getting all dressed up and having someplace to go. | Music by True Sky Credit Union with Brett Fieldcamp: freepressokc.com/crank-up-the...

OKC’s local stages are set to scare up a bucket’s worth of concert treats perfect for getting all dressed up and having someplace to go.

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 21h

City of Oklahoma City residents, polls open at 7 a.m. TODAY, Tues, Oct. 14. We have the info about what you will be voting for in the GO Bond and links to the election board to look up your voting info. freepressokc.com/okc-2025-bon...

What you need to know before voting in OKC’s $2.7B bond election Oct. 14: Streets, parks, safety projects—no property tax hike. Make your plan to vote.

PRESS RELEASE: OKC Modern Quilt Guild prepares for 2025 Quilt Show

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

NEW — The OKC Modern Quilt Guild will host the 2025 Quilt Show Oct. 17th and 18th at the OKC Fairgrounds, featuring over 100 quilts. | Staff reports:

The OKC Modern Quilt Guild will host the 2025 Quilt Show Oct. 17th and 18th at the OKC Fairgrounds, featuring over 100 quilts.

Lyric’s country fried ‘Rocky Horror’ a wild and untamed thing

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

The iconic alternative musical, “The Rocky Horror Show," makes a comeback at the Lyric Theatre, this time with a wild twist featuring a Texas-inspired cowboy theme. | Brett Fieldcamp has this review: freepressokc.com/lyrics-count...

Cult classic alt-musical “The Rocky Horror Show" returns to Lyric Theatre for another raucous ride in its Texas-themed cowboy getup.

Crank up the spooky spirit with these Halloween concerts in OKC

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

NEW — OKC’s local stages are set to scare up a bucket’s worth of concert treats perfect for getting all dressed up and having someplace to go. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

OKC’s local stages are set to scare up a bucket’s worth of concert treats perfect for getting all dressed up and having someplace to go.

Poll—Broad support for renewing health insurance tax credits

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

A new KFF poll shows most Americans—including many Trump supporters—want ACA tax credits renewed, adding pressure on Congress as the shutdown fight drags on. | Jennifer Shutt, Oklahoma Voice, reports: freepressokc.com/poll-broad-s...

A new KFF poll shows most Americans—including many Trump supporters—want ACA tax credits renewed, adding pressure on Congress as the shutdown fight drags on.

PRESS RELEASE: Traffic advisory around demolition of old OKC convention center

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

NEW — The City of OKC is urging caution when driving around the demolition site of the old convention center, making way for the new arena. | Staff reports:

The City of OKC is urging caution when driving around the demolition site of the old convention center, making way for the new arena.

Okla Gov. Stitt: Trump’s Guard plan defies states’ rights

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, a longtime Trump ally, breaks ranks to oppose the former president’s push to send National Guard troops across state lines. | Amelia Benavides-Colón, with NOTUS, reports: freepressokc.com/okla-gov-sti...

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, a longtime Trump ally, breaks ranks to oppose the former president’s push to send National Guard troops across state lines.

For the fire facilities line item on the GO Bond vote

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

NEW — OKC resident James Nimmo advocates for Prop #11 — Fire Facilities — on the General Obligation (GO) Bond vote in the City of Oklahoma City on Tues, Oct. 14. | Free Press Guest reports:

OKC resident James Nimmo advocates for Prop #11 — Fire Facilities — on the General Obligation (GO) Bond vote in the City of Oklahoma City on Tues, Oct. 14.

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

Here's what you need to know before voting in OKC’s $2.7B bond election Oct. 14: Streets, parks, safety projects—no property tax hike. Make your voting plan. | Brett Dickerson reports: freepressokc.com/okc-2025-bon...

What you need to know before voting in OKC’s $2.7B bond election Oct. 14: Streets, parks, safety projects—no property tax hike. Make your plan to vote.

Metro Library picks first poet laureate: Hallie Waugh

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 1d

Hallie Waugh is Metro Library System's first poet laureate—and she’s on a mission to make poetry accessible to everyone in Oklahoma County. #PoetryForAll #OKC | Brett Dickerson reports: freepressokc.com/metro-librar...

Hallie Waugh is Metro Library’s first poet laureate—and she’s on a mission to make poetry accessible to everyone in Oklahoma County. #PoetryForAll #OKC

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 2d

What you need to know before voting in OKC’s $2.7B bond election Oct. 14: Streets, parks, safety projects—no property tax hike. | Brett Dickerson reports: freepressokc.com/okc-2025-bon...

What you need to know before voting in OKC’s $2.7B bond election Oct. 14: Streets, parks, safety projects—no property tax hike. Make your plan to vote.

Metro Library picks first poet laureate: Hallie Waugh

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 2d

Hallie Waugh is Metro Library’s first poet laureate—and she’s on a mission to make poetry accessible to everyone in Oklahoma County. #PoetryForAll #OKC | Brett Dickerson reports: freepressokc.com/metro-librar...

Hallie Waugh is Metro Library’s first poet laureate—and she’s on a mission to make poetry accessible to everyone in Oklahoma County. #PoetryForAll #OKC

Metro Library picks first poet laureate: Hallie Waugh

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 2d

NEW — Hallie Waugh is Metro Library’s first poet laureate—and she’s on a mission to make poetry accessible to everyone in Oklahoma County. #PoetryForAll #OKC | Brett Dickerson reports:

Hallie Waugh is Metro Library’s first poet laureate—and she’s on a mission to make poetry accessible to everyone in Oklahoma County. #PoetryForAll #OKC

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 3d

What you need to know before voting in OKC’s $2.7B bond election Oct. 14: Streets, parks, safety projects—no property tax hike. Plan to vote in your precinct Tuesday. | Brett Dickerson reports: freepressokc.com/okc-2025-bon...

What you need to know before voting in OKC’s $2.7B bond election Oct. 14: Streets, parks, safety projects—no property tax hike. Make your plan to vote.

Okla Gov. Stitt: Trump’s Guard plan defies states’ rights

Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 3d

NEW — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, a longtime Trump ally, breaks ranks to oppose the former president’s push to send National Guard troops across state lines. | Brett Dickerson reports:

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, a longtime Trump ally, breaks ranks to oppose the former president’s push to send National Guard troops across state lines.

PRESS RELEASE: “Paul Reed: A Retrospective” opens next month at OKCMOA

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Okla City Free Press @freepressokc.bsky.social · 4d

NEW — OKCMOA will open "Paul Reed: A Retrospective" on Saturday, November 22, the first major retrospective devoted to the Washington Color School artist. | Staff reports:

OKCMOA will open "Paul Reed: A Retrospective" on Saturday, November 22, the first major retrospective devoted to the Washington Color School artist.