CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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WORLD NEWS BRIEFS
Red Cross registers hundreds of Ukrainian POWs from Mariupol KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The Russian military said Thursday that more Ukrainian fighters who were making a last stand in Mariupol have surrendered, bringing the total who have left their stronghold to 1,730, while the Red Cross said it had registered hundreds of them as prisoners of war. The International Committee of the Red Cross said that the registrations of Ukrainian prisoners of war, which included wounded fighters, began Tuesday under an agreement between Russia and Ukraine.
Legislative briefs
Bill fighting human trafficking sent to Governor OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill creating a data repository on human trafficking for use by law enforcement and victim support groups has been sent to the Governor after being approved by the Oklahoma House of Representatives Monday. Rep.
Inaugural Oklahoma Craft Beer Week is May 16-20
The Craft Brewers Association of Oklahoma (CBAO) has launched inaugural Oklahoma Craft Beer Week, observed May 16-20, as a statewide initiative to promote small, independent Oklahoma breweries. This week-long celebration will feature several events and promotions inside taprooms across the state as well as the rollout of “Trail Mix,” a beer collaboration among 44 Oklahoma breweries.
May is Older American Month
May is Older American Month and every May, the Administration on Aging, part of the Administration for Community Living, leads our nation’s observance of Older American’s Month. While it will look different for each person in the community, this year’s Older Americans’ Month theme - Age My Way - even applies to residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the community.
News-Star outlines website, e-edition assistance
The News-Star’s new website and design recently launched. The e-edition paywall is temporarily down as part of the transition, but once re-established, current digital subscribers will need to sign in again and reset their passwords as the News-Star has transitioned from former owner Gannett to new owner CherryRoad Media.
SCI hosts first Spectacular pageant
On Friday, South Central Industries (SCI) hosted its first-ever pageant for individuals with special needs. The event was modeled after the nationwide Ms.
Legislative briefs
Governor signs pension improvement for injured law enforcement OKLAHOMA CITY – The governor has signed into law a bill that will restore injured law enforcement officers to half-pay status in the pension system and will increase future benefits for survivors. House Bill 2065 by Rep.
Then and Now: Kickapoo Plaza Shopping Center
Then and Now: Though many things come and go, much of what remains in Shawnee displays hints of days gone by. This week’s photos show how Kickapoo Plaza Shopping Center, built in the mid-eighties, was in the beginning -- and how it looks now.
Memorial Day forecast points to sizzlin’ summer travel
The unofficial start to summer will be a busy one this year as AAA predicts 39.2 million people nationwide will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend. This is an increase of 8.3% over 2021, bringing travel volumes almost in line with those in 2017. Air travel continues to rebound, up 25% over last year, the second-largest increase since 2010. With volumes closing in on pre-pandemic levels, AAA urges travelers to book now and remember flexibility is key this Memorial Day weekend.