2-26-04 - A bill allowing electronic gaming at three Oklahoma horse racing tracks passed today in the state House of Representatives. The lawmakers voted 52-to-47 for a bill that's supported by Governor Henry as a way to raise money for education.
The bill allows the tracks to offer games similar to those offered at tribal casinos. It also allows the state to regulate casinos, gives the state a share of gaming revenue and clarifies the games allowed in casinos.
Supporters say it will save thousands of jobs in the horse race industry and raise $71 million for education. But church leaders and some lawmakers opposed the bill on moral grounds, saying it will add to social problems, including divorce, bankruptcy and suicide.
It already passed the state senate, and Gov. Henry is expected to sign it into law.
Posted: 05/23/13 - Julie Luton of Bonham took home the top honor of the evening at the recent volunteer banquet hosted by the Fannin County Children’s Center. Luton was named the CASA Volunteer of the Year for her work in advocating for abused and neglected children in foster care. Read More
Posted: 05/22/13 - (Idabel, Okla.) – For anyone interested in learning more about building preservation, Idabel Main Street will host “Historic Building Maintenance,” a workshop on the care and maintenance of the historic district, June 25th, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm, at the Idabel Public Library. Read More
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
