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OKLAHOMA CITY (March 20, 2026) - Governor Kevin Stitt today signed an executive order requiring a comprehensive review of how Oklahoma’s public education funding is being spent.

Under the governor’s leadership, state appropriations for Oklahoma’s public school system have increased more during the last seven years than in the past 25 years combined. Between local, state, and federal dollars, $9.6 billion is allocated to public education each year, representing the largest annual investment of taxpayer dollars.

“Making the American Dream achievable starts with a strong education. Oklahoma is committed to investing in education to prepare our young people for success,” said Governor Stitt. “Every Oklahoman deserves to know how their tax dollars are being spent, and transparency in public education funding is critical to understanding how students are benefiting in the classroom. This executive order will ensure we look closely at real data, so we can reward what’s working, fix what’s broken, and ultimately improve student outcomes.”

As directed by the executive order, the secretary of education will conduct an extensive analysis in coordination with the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability (OEQA) of revenue sources, spending allocations, and per-student expenditures. The report will bring data-driven clarity to taxpayer dollars spent in the classroom versus administrative expenses.

“Transparency in education spending is a core responsibility for state leaders. This executive order establishes that this work must be a routine effort that helps to drive enhanced efficiency and effectiveness in the use of school resources,” said Secretary Dan Hamlin.

Using data from the Oklahoma State Department of Education and other relevant state agencies, the review must be completed and submitted as a report to the governor’s office no later than August 31, 2026.

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Tulsa, Oklahoma — A hard freeze is expected across eastern Oklahoma early next week, threatening vegetation and increasing cold exposure risks.

According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, a strong cold front moving through the region Sunday night will push widespread colder air into the area by early Monday.

Forecast guidance shared by the agency indicates low temperatures in the low to mid-20s Monday morning, with wind chill values dropping into the single digits and teens. The cold conditions are expected to remain in place overnight, with another round of widespread freezing temperatures likely Tuesday morning.

The National Weather Service noted the cold could impact sensitive outdoor plants and vegetation, especially for residents who have already begun spring planting. Officials recommend taking steps to cover or protect vulnerable plants before temperatures drop.

The agency also emphasized the importance of preparing for cold exposure using the well-known “4 Ps” safety reminder: People, Pets, Pipes, and Plants. Residents should limit prolonged time outdoors, ensure pets have proper shelter, protect exposed plumbing, and cover delicate vegetation.

The cold snap comes after recent milder conditions across the region, which may have prompted early planting and increased outdoor activity. Sudden temperature drops following springlike weather can catch residents off guard if precautions are not taken.

For students, commuters, and early-morning workers, the coldest conditions are expected around sunrise Monday, when wind chills may feel significantly colder than actual temperatures.

Residents are encouraged to monitor updates from the National Weather Service Tulsa as the cold front approaches and prepare ahead of Sunday night’s temperature drop.

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Tulsa, Oklahoma — Strong to severe thunderstorms could bring damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain across eastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas tonight.

According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, storms may begin developing as early as 3 p.m. Tuesday, though the most widespread severe weather is expected between 9 p.m. Tuesday and 1 a.m. Wednesday across much of the region.

Additional storms could continue overnight, especially farther east toward Arkansas, where the most active period may occur between 11 p.m. Tuesday and 3 a.m. Wednesday.

Forecasters say the primary threats include damaging wind gusts up to around 70 mph, which could knock down tree limbs, cause scattered power outages, and create hazardous travel conditions along major highways.

Drivers traveling along Interstate 44 near Tulsa, Interstate 40 near Fort Smith, and U.S. Highway 69 through eastern Oklahoma may encounter sudden heavy rain, strong winds, and reduced visibility as storms move through the region.

Large hail is also possible with stronger thunderstorms, while a brief isolated tornado cannot be ruled out, particularly if storms strengthen during the evening hours.

Heavy rainfall may lead to localized flooding, with rainfall totals generally ranging from one-half inch to around one and a half inches, though some areas could receive localized amounts approaching three inches.

The storms are expected to move fairly quickly, which may limit widespread flooding, but short bursts of intense rain could still cause water to quickly collect on roads and low-lying areas.

Because the most intense storms may occur during the evening and overnight hours, residents are encouraged to keep weather alerts enabled on their phones and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

The timing could impact evening travel, shift workers, and overnight truck traffic along Interstate corridors, especially across eastern Oklahoma into western Arkansas.

Residents should continue monitoring updated forecasts as conditions evolve through tonight.

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Next round of severe weather

The next storm system will arrive Tuesday continuing through Tuesday night and into the predawn hours Wednesday, bringing another round of showers and thunderstorms. Some storms may become strong to severe, especially Tuesday evening and even more likely late Tuesday night. Large hail and damaging winds are the primary threats, but we can’t rule out a tornado risk with a few of the storms as well.

A few scattered showers or storms may develop as early as Tuesday afternoon, but highs will still reach near 80 in southeastern Oklahoma and the mid 80s in northeastern Oklahoma where more sun breaks arrive during the afternoon. Gusty south winds of 20 to 30 mph will continue.

Rain and storm chances increase Tuesday night as storms spread out of central and southern Oklahoma into eastern Oklahoma, especially after dark. After midnight into very early Wednesday morning, severe weather threats may start to quickly decrease.

What about Wednesday?

As the system exits, leftover showers and storms are likely through the first half of Wednesday as a cold front moves through. Wednesday morning temperatures will be much cooler north of Tulsa behind the cold front, with afternoon highs in the lower to mid-60s across northern Oklahoma and near 70 in the south as the front moves south.

North winds will continue at 20 to 25 mph.

Later this week?

Thursday starts quite cool, with morning lows in the 30s.

Southwest winds at 10 to 20 mph and sunshine will help afternoon highs reach the mid-60s.

Friday and Saturday bring a warming trend with south winds returning. Highs both days will reach the upper 70s to a few lower 80s.

The Weekend?

A strong cold front is likely to move through Sunday. Timing may still shift, but current data suggest an early-morning arrival, followed by falling temperatures and strong north winds by midday into early afternoon. Morning temps may start in the lower 60s, then drop into the 50s during the afternoon. As the front moves through, there will be a slight (around 20%) chance for a shower in Tulsa, with slightly higher chances east.

By Monday, morning lows will be near freezing, and highs will only reach the 50s. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday will bring a pattern change with south winds at 10 to 20 mph and temperatures warming back into the 60s and 70s.

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Gas prices are climbing in Oklahoma as oil prices rise following U.S. attacks on Iran, with some stations increasing prices by as much as 50 cents overnight.

A gallon of regular gasoline is now just under $3 at many pumps across the city. Drivers say the increase was noticeable.

“It makes a difference in the pocket when you fill your tank up,” one driver said while topping off their tank.

According to GasBuddy, Oklahoma continues to have some of the lowest gas prices in the country. Still, analysts say prices are trending upward as markets react to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, along with typical seasonal increases ahead of summer.

Triston Hasty-Grant, wealth advisor for Waterstone Private Wealth Management, said rising oil prices are common during periods of international conflict.

“If this conflict over in the Middle East and Iran continues and prolongs, then that’s where we could see gas prices really start to elevate and elevate dramatically,” Hasty-Grant said.

Oil price fluctuations have also contributed to volatility in the U.S. stock market. Stocks dipped after news of the strikes before rebounding later in the day.

Hasty-Grant said investors with diversified portfolios are generally better positioned to weather short-term disruptions.

“If you have a diversified portfolio, of which you know what you’re invested in and why, then you could probably still be in a good spot,” he said.

Historically, markets tend to recover following geopolitical events. On average, the U.S. stock market is up slightly more than 5% six months after such events, Hasty-Grant said.

GasBuddy analysts say if the national average price for a gallon of gas surpasses $3, it would mark the highest level since November.