Some information about the state of Oklahoma:
- Capital: Oklahoma City
- Largest City: Oklahoma City
- Statehood: November 16, 1907 (46th state to join the Union)
- Nickname: The Sooner State
- Governor: As of my last update, Kevin Stitt is the Governor.
- Population: Approximately 4 million people, making it the 28th most populous state in the U.S.
- Geography: Located in the South Central region of the United States, Oklahoma is bordered by Kansas, Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, Arkansas, and Missouri.
- Economy: Historically known for agriculture and energy (oil and natural gas), Oklahoma's economy has diversified to include aerospace, biotechnology, telecommunications, and manufacturing.
- Landmarks: Significant landmarks include the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum (honoring the 1995 bombing victims), the Route 66 Museum in Clinton, the Philbrook Museum of Art in Tulsa, and the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve.
- Culture: Oklahoma has a rich Native American heritage, with 39 federally recognized tribes. It is known for its cowboy culture, Western heritage, and annual events like the Tulsa State Fair and the Red Earth Festival celebrating Native American arts.
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