More than 250,000 Tulsans use Medicare, most of whom opt into the Part D plan for covering prescription drug costs.
Tag: Federal government
Posted inHealth
This program has kept thousands of Tulsa mothers and infants alive. It’s facing a funding death.
Tulsa officials are sounding the alarm about federal funding threats to Healthy Start, which has improved Oklahoma’s infant mortality rate over the past three decades.
Posted inSchools & Families
TCC program serving low-income, first-generation students braces for potential Trump cuts
Oklahoma has eight centers funded by federal TRIO grants that help students get to college. They’ll face steep competition for federal support next year.
Posted inNews
Hundreds of Tulsans join nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump administration
The Tulsa rally at Dream Keepers Park, part of a national protest that attracted thousands Saturday, featured politicians, musicians and stand-up comedians.
Posted inGovernment
If Sen. Mullin becomes Sec. Mullin, here’s what happens to his Senate seat
Gov. Kevin Stitt has some decisions to make if Markwayne Mullin, Trump’s pick for Homeland Security secretary, is confirmed.
Posted inDocumenters
Muscogee (Creek) Nation authorizes more than $5M in health grants for diabetes, substance abuse and more
The funds will be spent on everything from public health infrastructure to substance abuse treatment.
Posted inGovernment
Immigration enforcement, AI and space testing center land on Lankford’s priority list
Speaking to more than 250 Tulsans, the Oklahoma senator shared his concerns about the future of artificial intelligence and reaffirmed his support for ICE agents.