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Congressman Josh Brecheen Highlights Biden Administration’s Abuse of the CBP One App to Covertly Facilitate Illegal Immigration

By OKC Standard | Mar 22, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen raised concerns regarding the Biden Administration's use of the CBP One app during a House Homeland Security Subcommittee hearing focused on "Examining CBP One: Functions, Features, Expansion, and Risks.""The Biden Administration’s use of the CBP One app to covertly facilitate illegal immigration should be terrifying to anyone who values the rule of law and the security of their communities. Since Secretary Mayorkas’ decision to let aliens schedule border appointments with the app in 2023, over 95% of the 459,000 aliens who...

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Trey Alexander, former Heritage Hall School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By OKC Standard | Mar 22, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 3 seed.

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Congressman Josh Brecheen Criticizes Biden's Budget as Radical and Far-Left

By OKC Standard | Mar 21, 2024

Congressman Josh Brecheen criticized President Biden's proposed budget during a House Budget Committee hearing, pointing out the stark differences between Biden's approach and past policies. Brecheen emphasized his concerns, stating, “This is how radical and far-Left Biden’s ideology has drifted, beyond even Clinton’s ideology.”Brecheen contrasted Biden's budget with the Republican Study Committee's Fiscal Year 2025 budget, highlighting the RSC's focus on addressing the debt crisis and combating inflation. He commended RSC Chair Kevin Hern and Budget Task Force Chair Ben...

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Congressman Josh Brecheen Announces April In-Person Town Halls

By OKC Standard | Mar 18, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen has revealed the schedule for a series of in-person town halls to be held in various locations in Oklahoma during the month of April. The town halls aim to provide constituents with the opportunity to share their thoughts and pose questions on policy matters affecting Washington, D.C. and the state of Oklahoma.The Congressman's office stated, "Constituents are invited to attend and share their thoughts and ask questions on policy issues impacting Washington, D.C. and Oklahoma."The upcoming town halls will follow a specific...

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Which former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By OKC Standard | Mar 17, 2024

These former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Mar 16, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senator Markwayne Mullin and Gen. CQ Brown Visit McAlester Army Ammunition Plant

By OKC Standard | Mar 14, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) recently accompanied Gen. CQ Brown, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, on a visit to the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant (MCAAP) in Oklahoma. MCAAP, the largest storage site for conventional ammunition in the Department of Defense, plays a crucial role in the nation's defense efforts, employing over 1,890 civilian personnel.Senator Mullin expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to showcase McAlester's contributions to national security, stating, “Today, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff had the opportunity to witness...

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Congressman Josh Brecheen Votes to Protect Americans’ Data from Communist China Influence

By OKC Standard | Mar 13, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen has taken a stand to protect Americans' data from the influence of Communist China by voting for H.R. 7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act.In a statement following his vote, Congressman Josh Brecheen emphasized the importance of the legislation in safeguarding American interests. He stated, "Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution gives Congress the power to ‘regulate Commerce with foreign Nations.’ China represents the most dangerous foreign security threat to America. I am greatly...

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Which former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11?

By OKC Standard | Mar 9, 2024

These former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11.

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Meadowlake Estates: 2-star nursing home in Cleveland County

By OKC Standard | Mar 9, 2024

Meadowlake Estates was one of the nine for-profit facility nursing homes in Cleveland County, Oklahoma in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Mar 9, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Windsor Hills Nursing Center, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 1 in Q4 2023

By OKC Standard | Mar 8, 2024

Windsor Hills Nursing Center was one of the 36 for-profit facility nursing homes in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of one.

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Congressman Josh Brecheen Reacts to President Biden’s State of the Union Address

By OKC Standard | Mar 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen reacted strongly to President Biden's recent State of the Union Address. In a statement released following the address, Congressman Brecheen criticized the President's speech, stating, "Tonight’s State of the Union Address showcased yet again that President Biden remains blind to what many Americans clearly see: his policies are dangerous and destructive. He should have used this opportunity to take responsibility for our historically high inflation, out-of-control Southern border, rampant crime, weakness on the world stage, and...

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Who owned Wildewood Skilled Nursing and Therapy in Q4 2023?

By OKC Standard | Mar 7, 2024

Wildewood Skilled Nursing and Therapy was one of the 36 for-profit facility nursing homes in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of four.

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A look at Warr Acres Nursing Center, a nursing home in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

By OKC Standard | Mar 6, 2024

Owned by Lep Holdings, LLC and Lee Pilgrim since Feb. 1, 2019, Warr Acres Nursing Center had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Congresswoman Bice Votes for the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024

By OKC Standard | Mar 6, 2024

Washington, D.C.- Today, the House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, a significant piece of legislation encompassing various appropriations bills. According to Congresswoman Bice, the Act includes targeted cuts to non-defense programs and aims to reduce spending responsibly.In her statement, Congresswoman Bice emphasized the importance of addressing the increasing national debt. She stated, “Over the last few years, we have seen drastic increases in spending and a skyrocketing national debt. This year’s first six appropriations bills...

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Oklahoma County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Tuscany Village Nursing Center?

By OKC Standard | Mar 5, 2024

Owned by Sanctuary Long Term Care, LLC since Sep. 23, 2019, Tuscany Village Nursing Center had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Congressman Josh Brecheen’s Bill to Empower Border Patrol Agents to Defend the Homeland Passes House of Representatives

By OKC Standard | Mar 5, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen's bill H.R. 4467, The DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act, successfully passed in the House of Representatives today. The bill aims to ensure responsible spending of taxpayer dollars on government contracts for services at the Southern border."This bill is needed so that we ensure our border patrol agents are empowered to focus their time on defending the homeland, while we also safeguard Americans’ taxpayer dollars from potential waste. I am happy to see that this commonsense legislation passed the House of...

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The Wilshire Skilled Nursing and Therapy: 5-star nursing home in Oklahoma County

By OKC Standard | Mar 4, 2024

Owned by Bridges Esop, Inc. since Dec. 31, 2020, The Wilshire Skilled Nursing and Therapy boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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The Lodge at Brookline, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 3 in Q4 2023

By OKC Standard | Mar 3, 2024

Owned by Scott Pilgrim since Feb. 1, 2018, The Lodge at Brookline had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.