New Area Code

By  now, probably most everyone in the 918 area has heard that we will be getting a new area code.  It will no longer be simply 918.  Now we will be adding area code 539.  The hardest part for most of us will be getting adjusted to using a 10 digit phone number every time we call.  To ensure that we are all ready for the new area code and 10 digit calling, the Oklahoma Corporation Commission has set up a practice period before the 10 digit calling is required.  Keep these dates in mind:

• July 7, 2010- You should have received a notice in the mail with dates and information about the new area code.
• August 7, 2010-  "Permissive Calling Period Begins"-  you can call using 7 or 10 digits.
• March 5, 2011- "Permissive Calling Period Ends"-  you will now be required to use the 10 digit number.
• April 1, 2011-  New 539 area codes will be available.  You can also request a 918 area code phone number if one is available.
• Spring 2012- 918 area code phone numbers are expected to run out.
  

The same long distance rules will apply for the 539 area code.  Simply put, if you can call a 918 area code now without long distance, you will be able to call 918 or 539 without long distance.  If you pay long distance to call 918, then you will also pay for the 539 area code

Sutherlands to be Reborn

The former Sutherlands Lumber big box retail building will soon have a new life.  One anchor tenant will be Planet Fitness.  Spaces will range from 10,000 to 43,750 square feet.  For information about this and other commercial properties available in the Broken Arrow, OK area, contact Darryl Baskin at 918-740-0077 or www.BaskinCommercial.com

Healthier Living in Oklahoma Cities

House Committee Passes Legislation Encouraging Healthier Living in Oklahoma Cities

Legislation attempting to make Oklahoma a healthier state through local efforts promoting healthy behavior and personal responsibility unanimously passed House committee this week.

            Senate Bill 1818 creates the Oklahoma Certified Healthy Communities Act. The bill directs the State Health Department to maintain a program for the voluntary certification of communities that promote wellness, encourage the adoption of healthy behaviors and establish safe and supportive environments.

            Under the bill, towns could become official "healthy communities" if they provide amenities such as walking trails, farmer's markets, and similar benefits for residents.

            The bill passed the House Public Health Committee with a vote of 15-0 and will next be considered by the full House