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Sandy Linton sworn in as NOC regent

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Sandy Salisbury Linton was sworn in as a Northern Oklahoma College Regent Wednesday at the regents July meeting in Tonkawa.

President Joe Biden finally bows to the inevitable

Joe Biden began his national political career in 1972, improbably ousting a Republican senator in Delaware at the age of 29. Biden was so young that he was elected before he was old enough, per the Constitution, to serve in the Senate. He turned 30 on Nov. 20 of that year, enabling him to take the seat in early 1973.

TIME MACHINE

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50 years ago, July 25, 1974

Pilot Travel Center in Tonkawa Celebrates Remodel with Local Donation and In-Store Discounts

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Pilot travel center in Tonkawa, Oklahoma, is ready to welcome travelers with a fresh look and enhanced amenities after a curb-to-counter remodel. The remodel is part of Pilot’s $1+ billion store modernization initiative, New Horizons, and to celebrate, Pilot is donating $10,000 to Tonkawa Public Schools. Additionally, guests can enjoy exclusive discounts through the myRewards Plus app.* “We are excited to showcase our newly updated travel center with the Tonkawa community and the travelers we serve every day,” said Allison Cornish, senior vice president of store modernization and development at Pilot. “We continue to listen to our guest’s feedback and strive to make their travel experiences easier and more enjoyable.”

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Oklahoma Republican senators select new leader designate

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OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate on Monday tapped Lonnie Paxton as its Senate President Pro Tem designate.

Trump is formally nominated at Republican convention, as investigation into assassination attempt continues in Pennsylvania

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The decision, which broke with years of precedent, drew scrutiny from legal experts. Smith’s office, through a spokesperson, vowed to appeal.

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State Senate confirms new member to Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents

OKLAHOMA CITY – Gov. Kevin Stitt’s third nomination to the Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents stuck when senators convened Monday for a special session.

Time Machine

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50 years ago, July 18, 1974 According to statistical reports just released, the counseling office at Northern Oklahoma college offers services proven popular with the students.