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Watch: Midwest LiftFest returns to John Vance Motors on September 28th
The highly anticipated Midwest LiftFest is back, promising a fantastic day filled with family-friendly activities and support for two great causes. Set to take place at John Vance Motors on September 28th from 12 – 5 p.m., the event will feature live music, various food trucks, vendor stalls, an inflatable carnival, an E-bike course, and the renowned 4×4 off-road obstacle course.
Carmelo Anthony reflects on Thunder tenure, proclaims he had no role in OKC
Days before the start of the 2017-18 season, the Oklahoma City Thunder rocked the NBA world when they acquired Carmelo Anthony from the New York Knicks. The surprising addition capped off an eventful offseason for the Thunder, who also traded for Paul George. OKC sought to build up a contender after Kevin Durant’s departure.
Cherokee Nation celebrates new Stilwell rental housing for Cherokee elders
STILWELL, Okla. — Cherokee Nation leaders joined Stilwell community officials for a move in celebration yesterday to mark the completion of six new one-bedroom single rental units for Cherokee elders. The new rental housing units were funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Indian Housing Block...
FHU’s inaugural Equip Ministry Camp trains young men for future ministry
For 19-year-old Tucker Cates of Durant, Oklahoma, it was an experience that he described as “one of the best weeks of my life.” With future plans to serve the Lord full-time through ministry work, Cates was thrilled to take part in a unique opportunity to learn from faithful Christian men who had plenty of wisdom, knowledge and professional advice to share. Freed-Hardeman University’s College of Biblical Studies hosted 12 young participants for the inaugural Equip Ministry Camp on campus May 28-31. The mission of the camp was to provide a learning environment for young men, ages 13-19, to study the Word of God, prepare and present lessons and enhance their ability to minister in a congregational setting.
Tulsa Noodlers Take The Field Thursday & Friday With Special Giveaways Including Tess Maune Bobbleheads
The Tulsa noodlers, the Drillers' alternate identity, will be back at ONEOk field on Thursday and Friday with special giveaways on both nights. On Friday night the first 500 fans will get one of these a bobblehead of News on 6 anchor Tess Maune holding a giant catfish. The game on Friday starts at 7 p.m. but Tess will be throwing out the first pitch a little before then meeting up with folks afterward.
Duncan police accuse man of kidnapping 4-year-old child from bedroom
STEPHENS CO., Okla. (KSWO) - A man faces life behind bars in Stephens County after Duncan Police accuse the man of kidnapping a 4-year-old child from their bedroom. Fabian Ceon Brown faces a single felony count of kidnapping. According to recently filed court documents, the man was at an apartment...
New $100M Coweta Casino Hotel coming soon to Mvskoke Nation
KOWETA, Oklv. – Mvskoke citizens and residents of the City of Coweta will soon see a new casino and hotel attraction in their community. Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises (MNGE) recently announced the construction of the $100 million Coweta Casino Hotel that is set to break ground in September. The...
Tulsa Police Seek Leads In 2 Unsolved Murders Linked To After-Hours Club
Tulsa Police Homicide investigators have solved more than 50 murder cases in the last 12 months, but two cases that happened a week apart remain open. Nicari Owens and Terrence McElwee were shot and killed exactly a year ago this week in unrelated shootings, both tied to the same after-hours club.
Hodges Bend building in downtown Tulsa demolished after fire, FOX23 learns what's next
TULSA, Okla. — The Hodges Bend building was demolished last week after it was destroyed by a fire last year. FOX23 went to the East Village in downtown Tulsa on Wednesday to find out what's next. In September of last year, the building that was once Hodges Bend and...
Barnsdall's biggest employer, NuCera Solutions, are closing their doors after EF-4 tornado
BARNSDALL, Okla. (KTUL) — The EF-4 tornado that hit Barnsdall in May, is still showing the major impact it had on the city after an oil refinery announced it is closing its doors. The company that funds a lot of residents' income in the city thought they would continue...
Tulsa County awarded grant for road resurfacing in Turley community
TULSA, OK (KTUL) — Tulsa County Highway District 1, Commissioner Stan Sallee, was awarded a FY24 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for a road resurfacing project in the Turley Community. According to Tulsa County, the awarded project is to patch and install a 2” asphalt overlay for 5,900 Linear...
This Week in Sapulpa History: Ripley’s Believe It or Not
Rachel Whitney, Curator, Sapulpa Historical Museum. Robert Ripley founded a very unique franchise. Since 1918, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! collection has entertained audiences around the world. The Believe It or Not! is a series that began in the newspaper sharing “bizarre events and items so strange and unusual that readers might question the claims.” Ripley, a cartoonist, originally had a column titled Champs and Chumps, but changed it to the name we all recall today, Believe It or Not!
Champlin Pool Extends Closing Date to September
Enid, Oklahoma – (July 30, 2024) WHAT: Champlin Pool end of season and remaining event dates. WHEN: Tuesday, July 30th through Saturday, August 31st. WHERE: Champlin Pool - 400 West Cherokee Avenue, Enid, OK 73701. WHY: End of season events. DETAILS: Champlin Pool announced the end of season pool...
Cherokee Film names Michael Musante as executive in charge of film & TV finance and development
TULSA, Okla. — Cherokee Film recently announced the appointment of Michael Musante as its new executive in charge of film & TV finance and development. Musante joins Cherokee Film with an extensive background in film production, acquisitions and independent filmmaking, most recently serving as vice president of film production and acquisitions at American Zoetrope since 2017.
State juvenile agency joins Georgetown program amid crisis at Tulsa's facility
The agency charged with enforcing standards at Tulsa’s Family Center for Juvenile Justice (FCJJ) is now in an educational program at a prestigious university. Oklahoma’s Office for Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is enrolled in Georgetown’s Youth in Custody Certificate Program. OJA and the three other selected jurisdictions outside of Oklahoma will learn about improving results for youth in custody. Participants will present reports about how they'll use what they’ve learned, according to a news release.
Commercial real estate transactions from across the Oklahoma City metro area
Newmark Robinson Park reports these commercial real estate transactions GLTM Investments paid $1,985,000 to Quail BRCC LLC for property at 1215 N Pennsylvania Ave. Michael Almaraz with Newmark Robinson Park represented the seller and Jacob Logsdon, with SHOP Cos., represented the buyer.Starz Real Estate Holding Co. LLC paid $1,251,250 to Canyon Park Medical...
City of Norman shares updates on turnpike designs, residents call for larger focus on environmental impacts
As Norman City Council members met to discuss the city’s ongoing negotiations with the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority over designs for several proposed turnpikes, Norman residents opposed to the turnpikes said the city should instead focus on a different discussion.