https://kfor.com/video/stitt-vetoes-...-bill/8601768/

https://www.news9.com/story/644b9319...expire-in-july

https://okcfox.com/news/local/kevin-...ild-transition

While it may not have the viewership it once did, I think OETA still serves a purpose. Much like a public library, OETA provides an educational purpose to the state and is accessible nearly state wide thanks to a well established network of over the air signals. Just because some may not use its service, there are many who may turn to it as one of few options for programming, especially for children.

Not everyone, especially those on limited budgets or in rural parts of Oklahoma have access to quality internet for streaming or paying for streaming services. Over the air or a limited cable plan may be the only option.

I think because of past budget cuts, a lot of OETA's original programming that focused on state issues has also gone away.