Candidates from all three of #Oklahoma's recognized political parties are touting their industry experience in a race to "to foster, promote and develop the welfare of the wage-earner" as the state's next #LaborCommissioner.

Meet Herschel Brown, an emergency room doctor and teacher, and Melvin Latham, now retired from the FAA, who are competing to represent HD 99 in #OKC. https://nondoc.com/2026/10/11/herschel-brown-melvin-latham-hope-to-help-okcs-house-district-99/

As Megan Hornbeek Allen tries to flip the #Edmond-area HD 81 from red to blue, she says Troy Talley's initial answer on an #OKGOP survey is reason for voters to worry. Talley, however, says his opponent is not being honest about his positions.

ICYMI — Tailgate Talk: OU fans always love to hate Texas https://nondoc.com/2026/10/08/tailgate-talk-ou-fans-always-love-to-hate-texas/

ICYMI — Ethics Commission: Rep. Danny Williams ‘stood to benefit from his official actions’ https://nondoc.com/2026/10/08/ethics-commission-rep-danny-williams-stood-to-benefit-from-his-official-actions/

Two weeks after #okleg Rep. Danny Williams was censured by the House Rules Committee for findings of sexual harassment, the #Oklahoma Ethics Commission has revealed details about a third conflict of interest concern previously unknown to the public.

Sure, the #Sooners have stumbled this season, but stick to the mission: Boo the #Longhorns. https://nondoc.com/2026/10/08/tailgate-talk-ou-fans-always-love-to-hate-texas/

Frankie McClendon and Bobby Cox, #PittsburgCounty's sheriff candidates, are set to debate Oct. 28 in #McAlester. The debate will be streamed online, and voters can attend in person by reserving seats through an RSVP link within.

ICYMI — ‘A good man’: Former Sen. Tom Dugger dies at 77 | #okleg #Stillwater https://nondoc.com/2026/10/06/a-good-man-former-sen-tom-dugger-dies-at-77/

Based on her volunteer work as an #Edmond elementary school's mascot, Smith is passionate about #oklaed reforms and connecting constituents to their elected leaders. Meanwhile, #okleg Rep. Preston Stinson wants to tackle #okhealth challenges owing to his own.

Former #okleg Sen. Tom Dugger, who served in the #Oklahoma Senate representing #PayneCounty from 2016 to 2024, has died at age 77. https://nondoc.com/2026/10/06/a-good-man-former-sen-tom-dugger-dies-at-77/

Public servants Andrea Biscardi and Scotty Stokes are vying to replace Rep. Mark Lepak, who is term limited, for the #Claremore-area seat in the #okleg. https://nondoc.com/2026/10/06/hd-9-andrea-biscardi-scotty-stokes-discuss-public-service-experiences-smelter-education/

Democrat Indigo Oliver and Republican Toby Thompson have been knocking #Mustang-area doors ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. While they offer contrasting ideas on things like #oklaed, each espouses pragmatism and a preference for people over politics.

Beyond property taxes and education issues, a controversial #DataCenter is on the minds of voters in Senate District 18, which will choose between Democrat Meredith McGinnis and Republican Tyler Herring on Nov. 3. | #okleg

Learn about recent losses experienced by sovereign tribal nations, plus electoral concerns within the #Kiowa Tribe, controversial powwow comments for the #Peoria Tribe and an investigation involving #Kickapoo Tribe leaders.

ICYMI — In OETA debate, Mazzei, Munson face ‘the elephant in the room’ https://nondoc.com/2026/10/02/in-oeta-debate-mazzei-munson-face-the-elephant-in-the-room/

Attendees of President Donald #Trump's rally in #Durant expressed many motivations for their attendance Thursday, whether it be to support Republicans in the midterm election, see a president in person or simply catch a glimpse of Air Force One.

ICYMI — Tailgate Talk: Opposite off weeks for Pokes, Sooners https://nondoc.com/2026/10/01/tailgate-talk-opposite-off-weeks-for-pokes-sooners/