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Former Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin Finds Solace in the Port City
Governor and her husband, en route from Florida to Halifax, make a stop in Oswego. In a year featuring political prominence where either an incumbent president will be re-elected or a former president will reassume our nation’s highest office, hardly any move made by a high-profile politician goes unnoticed.
'Twisters' tears through Oklahoma on the big screen. Moviegoers in the state are buying up tickets
MOORE, Okla. (AP) — Grace Evans lived through one of the most powerful and deadly twisters in Oklahoma history: a roaring top-of-the-scale terror in 2013 that plowed through homes, tore through a school and killed 24 people in the small suburb of Moore. A hospital and bowling alley were also destroyed. But not the movie theater next door — where almost a decade later, Evans and her teenage daughter this week felt no pause buying two tickets to a showing of the blockbuster “Twisters.” “I was looking for that element of excitement and I guess drama and danger,” Evans said. Her daughter also walked out a fan. “It was very realistic. I was definitely frightened,” said Charis Evans, 15.
Heard Stars in Volleyball All-State
BY JOHN TRANCHINA, SPORTS EDITOR JENKS – Sapulpa’s Tyla Heard participated in the Oklahoma Coaches Association (OCA) All-State game for volleyball Tuesday night at Jenks and brought a loud cheering section with […]. You are currently unauthorized to view this page. If you are a subscriber, you...
Person shot, another hit by car after gunfire at southwest Oklahoma City house party, police say
OKLAHOMA CITY — Police say a person was shot and another was hit by a car after gunfire rang out late Saturday night at a southwest Oklahoma City house party. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The shooting happened shortly before midnight at a home...
Deaf and hearing actors join forces for the new OKC staging of 'Cinderella': What to know
Sweeping from one end of the rehearsal room to the other, Sandra Mae Frank twirls, kicks and shimmies to a wistful piano playing the familiar tune "In My Own Little Corner." The Broadway, film and television star's hands stay in almost constant motion as she gracefully sign-sings, using American Sign Language, along with...
City Of Edmond Warns About Toxic Algae Found Near Lake Arcadia
The city of Edmond is warning residents about a type of algae near the face of the dam at Lake Arcadia. "It's different from your normal lake algae," said Bill Belgey, Marketing and PR Manager for the City of Edmond. " Normal algae is grass-based, it's more green, more solid. This is like a film on top of the water."
Two arrested for meth trafficking in Johnston County
TISHOMINGO, Okla. (KXII) - Two people have been arrested in Johnston County, accused of trafficking meth. The Johnston County Sheriff said someone called his office last week, apparently concerned about an argument with a gun. Deputies said both Larry Benton and Amanda Cornelison appeared to be high on meth when...
OCPD searching for road rage shooting vehicle
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Police Department is searching for a suspect who shot two people in their car. Open the video player above for more top headlines. Police say they believe this incident was a result of road rage that happened in early July near Interstate 240 and Eastern Avenue.
Local Church Turns The Pastor's Struggles Into Salvation For Metro Kids
Pastor Louis Rogers went through some unthinkable challenges, but it was those times of challenge that are today helping kids all over the city. “Living on the street, eating out of trashcans, sleeping on trees, sleeping up under bridges,” said Pastor Louis Rogers, of Miracle Temple Baptist Church. His...
'We Sat And Cried For Awhile': Fire Destroys Vinita Apartment Building, Displacing Nearly 50
Nearly 50 residents in Vinita tried to figure out what to do after a fire destroyed their apartment building. One woman said Burroughs Manor was the last place she lived with her husband before he died, and she just wanted to know if some of their family heirlooms survived the fire.
OSBI Investigates 2 Watonga Police Accused Of Violating Rights
Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigations is investigating the conduct of two Watonga police officers who have been accused of violating the rights of a man they detained. Blaine County Sheriff Travis Daugherty called for the two officers to be placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation. This stems from an incident that happened on July 4, 2024.
'Twisters' taking local drive-ins by storm
OKLAHOMA CITY — With “Twisters” raking in big at the box office, a local drive-in theater said they haven’t seen as many people come out for a movie in a long time. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. “We did the premiere...
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