Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed the head of state parks as interim director of the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department on Thursday. Sterling Zearley will step into the role Oct. 14, replacing former director Shelley Zumwalt who announced her retirement last month following the release of a critical audit.

Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed Sterling Zearley as interim executive director of the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, emphasizing his extensive experience and readiness for upcoming major events.

Governor Kevin Stitt announced the appointment of Sterling Zearley as the interim executive director of the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD).

On Thursday, Governor Stitt announced the appointment of Sterling Zearley as the interim executive director of the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department.

Sterling Zearley, a long-time state employee, was appointed as interim executive director for the Department of Tourism and Recreation.