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Don't try this at home: 'Twisters' director, NOAA discourage film fans from trying storm chasing
In the new movie "Twisters," Glen Powell's colorful Tornado Wrangler character Tyler Owens and his ragtag team of "extreme meteorologists" out of Arkansas come storming into the picture with loud country music, theme T-shirts and schemes to thrill their YouTube subscribers with wild weather-related stunts. After blasting a funnel cloud with fireworks,...
Wildfire Smoke from Pacific Northwest and Canada Impacting Oklahoma
It may be looking a little hazy in Oklahoma this week, and that's because smoke from wildfires in the Pacific Northwest and western Canada are impacting skies in the Sooner State. Areas of Oregon, Washington and California are currently experiencing massive wildfires. An article from the Associate Press stated that...
Oklahoma Temperatures To Soar Back Into 100s
Oklahomans will want to enjoy these below average warm summer days while they can. The heat is about to crank back up in the Sooner State. Temperatures are expected to return to 100 degrees by next week. According to the National Weather Service in Norman, temperatures in Oklahoma will begin...
Jazz stud floated as 'top trade target' for Thunder, and it's not Lauri Markkanen
This summer, the talk of the town has been the idea of a potential blockbuster trade involving Utah Jazz star, Lauri Markkanen, as rumors are Danny Ainge and company are strongly weighing their options in a possible exchange. To no one's surprise, the OKC Thunder have been pegged as a...
38 Prairie Dogs In Yukon Moved To Natural Habitat In Northwestern Oklahoma
The ultimate fate of a prairie dog colony in Yukon is now known. These wild animals have been a hot topic for years as new developments kept forcing them to migrate to the Northwest near Route 66. Last week, many people noticed cages at the location off of Sara Road, wondering what was happening.
Tulsa Community College selected for the Metallica Scholars Initiative
TULSA, Okla. — Tulsa Community College has joined the sixth cohort of the Metallica Scholars Initiative. The Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI) aims to support community colleges across the U.S. by providing substantial grants to enhance career and technical education programs. Tulsa Community College (TCC) is the only college from...
Aviation Program a Focal Point for Osage Nation
The Osage Nation has developed a Pathfinder Development Program, which is there to get tribal members ready for the aerospace and aviation industry. They have partnered with a couple different agencies and are hoping to provide hands-on STEM education for those between the ages of 17 and 21. Students can...
Pawhuska's water and electric systems holding up pretty well
Pawhuska's interim city manager said the community's infrastructure came through the most recent period of extremely hot weather in pretty good shape. There had been some electric power blinks in town, Interim City Manager Jerry Eubanks said, adding that an inquiry had been made of power suppliers. As for the...
Tulsa man charged with multiple felonies after selling stolen items online
TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — On Tuesday, the Tulsa County Sheriff responded to a larceny call about stolen items being advertised on Facebook. The victim contacted TCSO with a video of his Xbox and PlayStation being stolen. A Facebook post was made with the gaming systems for sale by someone the victim knew.
GMFS RT 66 Heritage Fest!
Jennie LaFave, the CVB Director with Miami, Oklahoma, came on the show today to tell us all about the RT 66 Heritage Fest! Starting on Friday July 26th at 9am at 111 North Main Street, Miami, OK, 74354. FREE Concerts are happening Friday July 26 and Saturday, July 27, 2024, on Miami’s Downtown Main Street! Lots of fun for everyone with so much to do like vendors, food and music so mark your calendars, grab a lawn chair and join the community party!! To learn more you can visit https://www.facebook.com/miamiok66fest.
👟 Joseph named Saint Lucia Flag Bearer for Paris 2024 Olympics
SAINT LUCIA — Michael Joseph of Kansas Track and Field was chosen to be the flag bearer for Saint Lucia at the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics on July 26. "What an honor - I'm super excited and proud of him," said Kansas Track and Field Head Coach Stanley Redwine. "To be selected to be the flag carrier is a once in a lifetime experience. I know that he will serve his country well. Not only is he representing St. Lucia, but he is also representing KU.
Bristow’s Natural Parks a refuge among us
Wildlife species present in the area change a little due to seasonal migrations throughout the year; however, one thing remains the same: Bristow parks provide a refuge for animals and people alike. Visitors to Lake Massena and Klingensmith Park often arrive for a variety of reasons, but many visit for...
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