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Author Archives: Libby Hobbs
Libby Hobbs is the cost of living reporter at the Tulsa Flyer. Libby is a proud graduate of the University of Georgia, where she studied journalism and music. She wrote for The Red & Black, an independent, student-run newspaper serving the Athens area, earning an award from the Georgia Collegiate Press Association for an editorial about China’s end to international adoptions. Libby also wrote for The Oglethorpe Echo, which serves a rural county of 15,000 people in Georgia. Before moving to Tulsa, Libby spent a summer in New York City interning for The New York Times through the Dow Jones News Fund program. Now, she writes stories about everything having to do with Tulsans’ wallets.
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Oklahoma Corporation Commission approves higher PSO rates for residents
The Public Service Company of Oklahoma rate case decision mandates refunds, but not for its residential customers. It comes nearly a year after PSO sought to increase rates.
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Mazzei maintains GOP streak in decisive win for Oklahoma governor
Former Tulsa lawmaker Mike Mazzei acknowledged it was a tough night for Republicans — but not in Oklahoma. Republican T.W. Shannon also won his race for lieutenant governor.
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Oklahoma Republicans sweep statewide races for attorney general, treasurer and all commissioner seats
Jon Echols will serve as Oklahoma’s next AG and Cindy Byrd will be the treasurer. Republicans also swept all three commissioner titles with each person winning more than 56% of the vote.
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Decision on PSO’s request to increase electricity rates could finally arrive Thursday
After hours of debate Tuesday, Oklahoma Corporation Commissioners punted a vote on the Public Service Company of Oklahoma’s request to raise rates.
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Calling Tulsa seniors: Here’s what’s changing with your 2027 Medicare and Social Security benefits
Both Medicare and Social Security are getting raises in 2027. Here’s what to know ahead of the Dec. 7 enrollment deadline for Medicare.
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Crosbie Heights neighbors weren’t sure their community garden would survive the Tulsa summer. It’s blossomed.
With the help of donations over the last eight months, the garden survived its first summer. Tulsans have used the space to connect over music, food and volunteering.
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Oklahoma’s ACA premiums are going up again. Here’s what you need to know ahead of November enrollment.
While the Trump administration is issuing refund checks for some Oklahomans who lost their Affordable Care Act subsidies, relief may be short-lived as premiums are going up again.
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Inola is the heart of Hmong New Year. Take a look inside Oklahoma’s celebration.
Every October, thousands of Hmong people nationwide travel to rural Oklahoma for a celebration full of dancing, food and tradition.
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Where are Tulsa Halloween and fall activities? Find free or low-cost ideas near your neighborhood.
Looking for a pumpkin patch or family-friendly outing? Your ultimate guide to fall and Halloween activities in Tulsa.
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Aspen Ideas brings big questions about growth, money and work to Tulsa
Attendees will gather Oct. 13-15 around Tulsa’s Arts District to ask how the economy is reshaping people’s lives — and how the AI boom stands to change it.
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Pricing pickle pizza: A look inside food vendors and how far $100 could go at the Tulsa State Fair
The Tulsa State Fair is back Oct. 1-11 and we’re looking at how to get the best bang for your buck — especially when it comes to food.