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Oklahoma’s largest food provider seeing delays after USDA program change
OKLAHOMA CITY — While Oklahoma tribes are struggling to feed those in need due to a change in a program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the state’s largest food provider is also feeling the squeeze. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The USDA...
Bilby Plays in All-State Basketball on Home Floor
BY JOHN TRANCHINA, SPORTS EDITOR SAPULPA – She may have been a little bit rusty and didn’t necessarily play the best game of her career by any means, but Taylor Bilby definitely […]. You are currently unauthorized to view this page. If you are a subscriber, you...
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...
Smith Foundry to Shut Down Amid Environmental Concerns, Paving Way for East Phillips Urban Farm Project
The Smith Foundry in East Phillips, long scrutinized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for violations of the Clean Air Act, is slated to cease operations entirely on August 15. This move heralds a significant win for the local community and environmental advocates, Council Member Jason Chavez said. The foundry has been a point of contention in the East Phillips neighborhood, where residents and activists have voiced concerns over air and water quality.
Summer heat returns to North Texas, limited rain chances next weekend
NORTH TEXAS – First things first, another aftershock hit near Snyder on Saturday afternoon, with the same epicenter depth and a magnitude of 4.5, close to the 5.1 magnitude quake from yesterday. Dozens of smaller aftershocks have also occurred. As of the 10 p.m. update, the National Hurricane Center now reports a medium chance of formation for the tropical wave approaching the Lesser Antilles. Many model projections bring this system relatively close to Cuba and eventually Florida by late week into the weekend. This development will bear watching, as it signals that the Atlantic main development region (MDR) is becoming active again. It has been relatively quiet since Beryl nearly a month ago.This week, summer heat returns. Heat indices will likely range from 98 to 103 degrees through Monday, increasing slightly by midweek. We could approach heat advisory criteria by midweek. Woohoo. The upper-level high pressure will build over the southern plains this week before retreating west by next weekend, possibly allowing for some northerly flow on the eastern sides and a chance of rain. We'll cross our fingers.The 7-day forecast: not great. Feels like August! Have a restful weekend!
‘Everyone Has to Follow the Law’: Total Wine Loses Appeal With Administrative Judge to Set Up Shop in Oklahoma
Oklahoma News 4 reported on Thursday that Total Wine lost its appeal with an administrative judge about the state granting it a liquor license to set up shop. The big box retailer pushed back against the state's ABLE Commission's denial of the license, claiming the state's reasoning was unconstitutional and "entirely contrary to the law of the land," in mid-July. The judge had 15 days to make the decision and ended up ruling in favor of the state. "Everyone has to follow the law and the rules," said Assistant Director of the ABLE Commission, Lori Carter to Oklahoma News 4. "Under the...
Oklahoma’s Over-the-Top Mansion Complex Is For Sale For $17Million
Some incredible homes have hit the Oklahoma real estate market in the last few years. There's no shortage of incredible dream homes across the Sooner State, and while they all commanded extremely high prices, nothing comes close to the 36 Acres estate in OKC - listed at $17 Million - but you get a ton of home for that eight-digit purchase price.
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