Collage of Photos from University of Oklahoma shared by my friend, Collage by @jayasimha78
Oklahoma #StateChallenge is Co-Hosted by @JaneBurunina
References: Onlyinyourstate.com
This post is part of the #StateChallenge Meetups from Team USA, hosted by @Denise_Barlock and @jayasimha78
10 Crazy Laws as stated in onlyinyourstate.com
"1. Whaling is illegal…because there are so many whales in Oklahoma.
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Don’t scare Fido or his friends…you may be fined and/or jailed for making “ugly faces” at dogs.
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It is illegal to have tissues in the back of your car.
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Spitting on the sidewalk is illegal.
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Taking a bite out of another’s hamburger will not be tolerated.
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Females are not allowed to do their own hair unless they are licensed by the state.
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The mayor MUST sign a permit for groups of 3 or more dogs to congregate on private property.
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Cars must be tethered outside of public buildings.
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Don’t even think about going to bed with boots on because that would be illegal.
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The owner of a bar is not allowed to let anyone inside to pretend to have sex with a buffalo.
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It is illegal to wear Texas Longhorns apparel in the state of Oklahoma…o.k. this one is a joke:)"
10 things actually illegal in Oklahoma as stated in onlyinyourstate.com
"1. Curse words in public places in the presence of women and children under the age of 10 are illegal and subject to $100 fine or time in prison.
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And profane swearing in the name of God, Jesus Christ or the Holy Ghost is punishable with a $1 fine.
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Eavesdropping on someone’s conversation with intent to gossip for the purpose of annoying them is illegal.
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Injuring someone’s fruit is punishable up to 30 days in jail.
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Alligators are forbidden from entering downtown Tulsa.
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In Bartlesville, it is illegal to throw a pitch or bat a ball on public streets.
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With the upcoming presidential election, keep in mind it is illegal in Oklahoma to vote on any election.
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It is illegal for any locomotive engineer NOT to ring a bell or blow a whistle at least 80 rods from a railway crossing and it is punishable by up to 60 days in jail for failing to do so.
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It is illegal for fortune tellers to charge a fee in the state of Oklahoma.
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Wrestling bears is illegal in the Sooner State."
14 Terrifying Things In Oklahoma That Can (And Just Might) Kill You as stated in onlyinyourstate.com
"There are certain precautions that Oklahomans should take when living in the Sooner State. From tigers to octopuses to angry fans, Oklahoma has some unique dangers. Here are 14 terrifying things that can (and just might) kill you:
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Many drownings in Oklahoma have been speculated to be caused by giant lake octopuses that have adapted to fresh water.
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Oklahoma has a thing with tigers getting loose, so take caution the next time you are near a zoo. Remember “Tigernado?”
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Oklahoma claims 7 species of venomous snakes, so be aware if you encounter a Copperhead, Cottonmouth (Water Mocasin), Coral, Pygmy Rattlesnake, Timbler Rattler, Prairie Rattler, or Diamondback Rattler.
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Country drivers in the city or city drivers in the country. It seems we all have a certain way of driving. Small town people think city folks are dangerous and vice versa.
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Brown Recluse Spiders…enough said.
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And the Black Widow Spider…one of the most venomous spiders in the world.
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Flooding has devasted the state and caused many drownings. Always take caution and don’t risk driving through high water.
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Our fried food. We probably fry way more than we should, because the leading cause of death in Oklahoma is heart disease.
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It’s official! Oklahoma now has more earthquakes than anywhere else in the world. It is time to start thinking about falling objects, especially items hanging above the beds.
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Oklahomans know all too well about the threat of tornadoes. Just remember to be prepared and take precautions when necessary. Tips for safety: Put on a bicycle or horseback riding helmet to protect against flying debris and put pillows or a mattress over you for extra protection.
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Oklahoma has fatalities every year from West Nile Disease that is carried by some mosquitoes. Make sure to use your bug spray!
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Over 1 million deer-auto accidents happen every year in the United States, resulting in over 200 deaths. Always be on the lookout for darting deer on Oklahoma roads.
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Being attacked by an angry Alabama football fan…college football rivals are dangerous.
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Falling icicles in Oklahoma are terrifying (Ice Storm 2007)"
These 16 Towns In Oklahoma Have The Strangest Names You’ll Ever See as stated in onlyinyourstate.com
"1. Weleetka
The name is a Creek word meaning “running water.” To make it even harder, the town is in Okfuskee County, 10 miles southeast of Okemah.
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Tahlequah
Many locals believe the name is derived from Cherokee words meaning, “Two is Enough.” The Cherokee Native Americans were forced west after the Trail of Tears and this area reminded them of their previous home in Tellico. It is now the Cherokee Nation capital. -
Slaughterville
Not really the town name you want to say you are from, Slaughterville’s name actually originated from a small business in the region. Jim Slaughter owned a business on Highway 77 and Slaughterville Road and the corner became known as “Slaughter’s Corner.” -
Rubottom
This unincorporated community is named for one the area’s earliest settler families. It is located in Love County at the very southern tip of Oklahoma. -
Slapout
A man named Tom Lemmons bought a chicken coop and moved near a highway being built during the Great Depression. He started a store in the chicken coop and decided he was bored so he started a town called Nye. Local legend says Lemmon’s sister always told customers the store was “slapout” of whatever they wanted. He said she didn’t say that but it stuck with the customers and they finally won and the town Nye was changed to Slapout. -
Moon
People might think you are from the moon but you will have to explain to them the town of Moon, located in McCurtain County on the southeastern tip of Oklahoma. -
Pawhuska
The capital of the Osage Nation, Pawhuska is located in the Tulsa metro area. It was named after the Osage chief, Paw-Hiu-Skah, meaning “White Hair” in English. -
Okmulgee:
This town is the capital of the Muscogee/Creek Nation. The name comes from the Creek words, oki mulgee which means “boiling waters” or “babbling brook” in English. The location was chosen because of the rivers and springs nearby. -
Nuyaka
Apparently “Nuyaka” is the Cherokee version for “New York.” The Creeks visited New York City and were so impressed they named their town in Alabama “New York.” The town was later destroyed and the white men wrote the name as Nuyaka. The name was given to this area, after the Muscogee/Creek Nation moved to Indian Territory. -
Non
You might have to explain you are not non-Oklahoma but you are from Non, Oklahoma…have fun with that one. -
IXL
Some say the name was derived from the words, “Indian Exchange Land” but some say it was named after the letters of two men. Either way, it is IXL, located in Okfuskee County. -
Gay
No matter what side you are on, we have Gay, OK. -
Straight
And we have Straight, OK…your pick. -
Frogville
The town was named Frogville because it had such an abundance of large frogs…big enough to eat small ducks. -
Bushyhead
Located in Rogers County between Vinita and Claremore, Bushyhead was named after the Principal Chief of the Cherokee, Dennis W. Bushyhead. -
Cookietown
The town was named after a mercantile owned by Marvin Cornelius in the 1920’s. The storeowner was known for giving cookies to children.
Do you live in a town in Oklahoma that has a strange name? Comment below and share your town name."