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News · OK

New charter school announced for downtown Oklahoma City

Education

The announcement comes as Oklahoma City Public Schools faces lower enrollment, putting attention on how the new school will take shape.

The Ballot Oklahoma DeskOct 3, 2026

News · OK

Oklahoma City approves roadwork tied to first Buc-ee’s

Elections and voting

The city approved roadwork connected to Oklahoma’s first Buc-ee’s while concerns about outward development remained unresolved.

The Ballot Oklahoma Policy DeskOct 2, 2026

News · OK

I-40 infrastructure approved near possible Buc-ee’s site

Elections and voting

The approval advances infrastructure for an Oklahoma City location under consideration for Buc-ee’s, but it does not confirm a store.

The Ballot Oklahoma News DeskSep 29, 2026

News · OK

Silver Alert issued for 67-year-old Oklahoma City man

Elections and voting

A Silver Alert has been issued for a 67-year-old man identified with Oklahoma City.

The Ballot Oklahoma Policy DeskSep 16, 2026