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Thunder guard undergoes surgery, 'expected to miss the 2024-25 season' says Insider
Wednesday afternoon, the OKC Thunder announced that rookie Nikola Topic had officially undergone surgery to repair his partially torn ACL. It was a long time coming for the youngster, as he sustained the injury earlier in the year while playing with the Red Star Belgrade of the Serbian SuperLiga, the news that the operation finally came underway should certainly be exciting for Oklahoma City faithful to hear, though, per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto, one shouldn't expect to see their Euro prospect playing anytime soon.
Republican Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance raises millions during OKC fundraiser
OKLAHOMA CITY — On Friday, Republican nominee for Vice President JD Vance flew to Oklahoma for a private fundraiser that netted millions in just a few hours. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Leading state Republicans, including Gov. Kevin Stitt and Sen. Markwayne Mullin said...
How has Oklahoma's medical marijuana license moratorium affected dispensaries, industry?
They're passing joints — and loose flower, concentrates, topical creams, drinks, gummies and other edibles. And they're passing patients. With its high behind it, and licenses to operate continuing to...
Oklahoma School Districts Facing Urgent Need For Bus Drivers, Child Nutritionists, Support Staff
The new school year is just around the corner, and many school districts are still looking to fill open positions for bus drivers, child nutrition specialists, and even daycare programs. Broken Arrow Public Schools is one district still looking to fill open support staff positions, but the district said it's...
Meet the 2024 Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame class
The current president of the University of Oklahoma, a past president and first lady at Oklahoma State University and a pair of just-retired Oklahoma university presidents are among 11 people who comprise the 2024 class of the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame. The Oklahoma Higher Education Heritage Society announced the list of...
Salvation Army and OG&E host breakfast fundraiser to help Oklahomans with utility bills
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Salvation Army hosted a pancake breakfast fundraiser on Thursday to help Oklahomans feeling the pinch on their electric bills. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The fundraiser supports OG&E’s Lend-a-Hand and Oklahoma Natural Gas’ Share the Warmth programs and is meant...
Judge issues protective order against Ryan Walters, requested by student who's suing him
NORMAN — A Cleveland County judge has formally granted a protective order sought by a Moore Public Schools student against state schools Superintendent Ryan Walters and members of the State Board of Education. Cleveland Country District Judge Michael Tupper filed the order on Monday, 19 days after he said during a court hearing...
Telehealth booths help connect patients, providers in rural Oklahoma libraries
Special rooms in the Atoka, Broken Bow, Hinton and Okemah libraries are being used for telehealth to improve people’s access to healthcare providers. The telehealth spaces or booths are a project through the Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Economics. Rural residents face barriers when accessing health care like...
Oklahoma, NW Arkansas Brace for Damaging Winds and Heavy Rain by 7 PM
Tulsa, OK – Eastern Oklahoma and Northwest Arkansas are gearing up for a period of severe weather, with the potential for damaging winds and heavy rain over the next few days. According to the US National Weather Service in Tulsa, a low-pressure area will move over the region, bringing...
Handgame competition brings Kiowa, Apache elders together in Western Oklahoma
As a little girl in the early 1970s, Lee Colorado, who is Apache, learned how to play Handgame in her great-grandmother’s shed in the wintertime. She explained that the history of the game existed as far back as she could remember. Now, Colorado is 61 and is still using...
Felon accused of having $50K in illegal firearms
Canadian County investigators on July 11 arrested convicted felon Dusty Treadaway, Jr., 43, during an undercover operation when he allegedly tried to purchase firearms at a Yukon retail store. Investigators used an undercover social media account when they learned Treadaway, of Fort Cobb, was attempting to sell firearms on social...
City of Lawton names new Public Works Director
LAWTON, Oklahoma (KAUZ) - Michael Watrous was named the city’s new Public Works Director at the Lawton City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 23. Watrous will be succeeding Larry Wolcott in this position. According to the City of Lawton, Watrous will oversee the department’s operations and review procedures to enhance the effectiveness of divisions such as Drainage Maintenance, Electronic Maintenance, Solid Waste, the Landfill, Stormwater Management, and Streets and Traffic Control.
Alva Head Softball Coach Megan Stratton Talks Upcoming Season
Alva Head Softball Coach Megan Stratton Talks Upcoming Season. CTB Sports Director Derek Darr sat down with Alva Ladybugs Softball Head Coach Megan Stratton to talk about what’s coming up for the Ladybugs. Coach Stratton began by talking about the expectations for this year’s lineup. “We’re returning a...
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