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Oklahoma Lawmakers Pony up $8-Million for New Prison Rodeo Arena

11:52 AM EST on March 8, 2024

Here’s some cool news to report!

Now that Oklahoma’s government is flush with ample cash, our once-crumbling infrastructure is finally up to 21st-century codes and standards, and businesses from all across the globe are salivating to move here, our fiscally-conservative, limited-government-focused lawmakers have finally decided to turn their attention towards other pressing needs.

You know, like building a new $8-million prison rodeo arena in McAlester.

Yep, that’s right.  

With Oklahoma’s world-class education system thriving – and the health, public safety, and transit needs of all Oklahoma citizens exceeding expectations – it’s finally time to focus on important projects that not only help prop up the Oklahoma rodeo industry but also exploit our state's prison population. 

Here are details via KFOR: