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Updated Thunder Future Draft Picks: Ranking the top-5 best assets
The new-look OKC Thunder enter the year as the Western Conference favorites, yet they still own arguably the most desirable draft-capital treasure chest in the NBA. Keep reading for a detailed breakdown of Oklahoma City's future first-rounders, along with their top-five best assets ranked. Because the Stepien Rule forbids teams from trading picks more than seven years in the future, the list spans until the 2031 season.
Vote for Landmark Fine Homes boys high school athletes of the week for Aug. 25-31
The Oklahoman's fall sport boys athletes of the week poll for Aug. 25-31 presented by Landmark Fine Homes is now live at oklahoman.com. Voting is open until noon Saturday. Here are this week's nominees: More: Vote for Landmark Fine Homes girls high school athletes of the week for Aug. 25-31 ...
Our TV picks for Sunday, September 1: In the Arena: Serena Williams; Tulsa King; Hotel Portofino
In the Arena: Serena Williams KATU 11 a.m. With three decades of professional tennis behind her, Serena Williams looks back on specific moments that shaped her and left the biggest impressions. From memorable Grand Slam appearances to other milestones, she talks life on and off the court. Tulsa King ...
Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative seeks rate hike to keep service 'safe and reliable'
Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative is based in Vinita and serves more than 38,000 electric customers in the northeast corner of the state, according to its website. If the Oklahoma Corporation Commission approves the utility’s request, electric rates would increase by nearly 5%, boosting the cooperative’s annual revenue by about $4.5 million.
Dairy Bar reopens in new Agricultural Hall
After an 18-year hiatus, the new Larry & Kay's Ferguson Dairy Bar is open in the new Agricultural Hall. The Dairy Bar opened on campus in 1928. Located in the Dairy Building, it became a part of daily life on campus. The Dairy Building was demolished in 2006, and the Dairy Bar with it.
Army Begins Cognitive Testing of New Recruits
AUGUST 30, 2024 — The Army has begun baseline cognitive assessments during Initial Entry Training, and all services will follow in the coming months, officials say. The Army is taking a multipronged approach to reduce brain health risks, including improved awareness through a Force Health Protection Information Campaign; expanded brain health monitoring; identification of blast overpressure protective measures; tracking and monitoring blast exposure; and developing a comprehensive strategy to enhance and advance the science and medical care for brain injuries, said Col. Jama Vanhorne-Sealy, who oversees the Occupational Health Directive, Force Health Protection in the Office of the Surgeon General.
Softball complex to get $15 million facility
In preparation for hosting the softball competition for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic games, plans are underway to add a 32,000 square foot indoor practice facility as well as locker rooms to the USA Softball Hall of Fame complex in northeast Oklahoma City. The $15 million project would include pitching...
OU Community Preparing For Season Opener Against Temple
As the Oklahoma Sooners prepare for their first game of the 2024 college football season on Friday, fans and Norman community members are coming out in support of their team. With OU kicking off its first season in the Southeastern Conference by hosting the Temple Owls, fans are eagerly awaiting Friday afternoon's kickoff.
Saturday Morning Oklahoma Earthquake: Is Your Home Prepared for More Tremors?
Alex, OK – Residents of Alex, Oklahoma, may have felt a jolt early this Saturday morning as a magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck just 10 kilometers north-northeast of the town. The earthquake, which occurred at 8:17 a.m. UTC, was shallow, with a depth of just 0.5 kilometers, increasing the potential for noticeable shaking across the region.
'Truly transformational:' After filming in Oklahoma, premiere brings back 'Reagan' cast, crew
While making his new movie "Reagan" in Oklahoma, director Sean McNamara discovered just how versatile the historic city of Guthrie could be, with the Logan County seat standing in for worldwide locales ranging from an Illinois riverbank to the Berlin Wall. "We literally shot 95% of the movie in Guthrie, Oklahoma. That's what's...
Oklahoma’s election laws inhibit voter participation, create more extreme candidates, experts say
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma’s voting system is leading to low turnout rates, the election of more extreme candidates and disenfranchisement of voters who are excluded from participating in primary elections, experts said. That’s prompting conversations about whether reforms are needed to increase voter participation rates and how the state can ensure hundreds of thousands of […]
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa to host rock legends Cheap Trick Dec. 29
TULSA – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa will welcome to the Hard Rock Live stage rock icons Cheap Trick at 8 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 29. Tickets start at $59.50 and go on sale Aug. 30. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Cheap Trick, with their signature blend...
Oklahoma mother gifted home with safe space to raise son with autism
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOCO) -- Before Wednesday, Robin Coleman said her family felt unwelcome in apartments because her son has autism. Putting a roof over his head where he could be free is what pushed Coleman to make this dream a reality. On Wednesday, Coleman’s 9-year-old son, Rashon, turned the keys...
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