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Show Review: Alice Cooper at Paradise Cove in River Spirit Casino in Tulsa, OK
The Godfather of Shock Rock made his highly anticipated return to Tulsa for an unbelievable show at Paradise Cove in River Spirit Casino. Alice Cooper’s sixty year career has brought him to Tulsa more than a handful of times—the last being as support for Motley Crue and Def Leppard last August. It’s fair to say T-town was more than ready for another dose of Cooper’s one-of-a-kind macabre theatricality.
New Ada housing option for Chickasaw vets
ADA, Okla. (KTEN) — The Chickasaw Nation unveiled a series of homes, named “Tashka Inchokka', a complex for Chickasaw citizens, who have served our country. Navy veteran William Wright served from 1981-1985, spending a lot of time overseas. "I served in Okinawa, not the war, but I was...
Notice of vacancy and request for applications Tribal Council of the Cherokee Nation
Notice is hereby given that a vacancy will occur in the Tribal Council of the Cherokee Nation for District 11 beginning on August 29th, 2024 as a result of the resignation of Tribal Council Member Victoria Vazquez. Pursuant to Article VI, Section 13 of the Cherokee Nation Constitution and 19...
‘Have you seen that guy?’: Inside OU defensive end Adepoju Adebawore’s offseason transformation
The August sun beamed down on Adepoju Adebawore’s 6-foot-4 frame as he stood on Oklahoma’s rugby field, a place that had become both a proving ground and a sanctuary for the sophomore defensive end. Here, everything felt different. Adebawore had faced the brutal training of OU’s fall camp...
Cherokee Nation hosting Job Fair Expo in Pryor for child care
PRYOR, Okla. — Cherokee Nation hosted a job fair expo for those interested in various jobs coming soon for 3 new childcare centers that will be located in Pryor, Catoosa, and Sallisaw. "Cherokee Nation Head Start and Child Development Centers are vital to the future of Cherokee children," Principal...
The Army Is Set to Expand Basic Training, Fueled by New Recruiting Momentum
The Army is set to expand how many new recruits it can send to basic training starting in October, as officials are confident the service is digging out of a recruiting slump it has struggled with for nearly a decade.Fort Sill in Oklahoma and Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri will get two additional basic training units each -- able to train an additional 4,000 new recruits each year combined, according to the service.Army officials are increasingly confident they will hit their goal of 55,000 new recruits this year. One service official with direct knowledge told Military.com that projections show the...
Tulsa Contractor Charged with Felony Embezzlement
A Tulsa-area contractor faces 17 counts of felony embezzlement following an investigation by the Oklahoma Attorney General's Office. The Oklahoma Consumer Protection Unit filed charges on Monday against Todd Douglas Briggs who operated T. Briggs Construction and Oasis Pools ans Outdoor Living. Briggs is accused of taking more than $1.2 million from 17 customers for home or pool construction that he never completed or for which he never paid sub-contractors.
White named Banner School superintendent
EL RENO – James White, the former Piedmont Public Schools’ superintendent, has taken over the top post at Banner Schools. White in July became the new superintendent at Banner School, 2455 N Banner Road west of Yukon. He succeeded Jamie Burtner. White most recently was an assistant superintendent...
West Chester Native, Former Eagles Owner Buys Full City Block in Miami
Former Eagles owner Norman Braman, the billionaire car dealer who spent his early years in West Chester, now owns an entire block in Miami. Former Eagles owner Norman Braman, the billionaire car dealer who spent his early years in West Chester before moving to Cobbs Creek, now owns an entire block in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, writes Brian Bandell for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
UCO Rowing names Jimmy Francis interim head coach
Assistant coach Jimmy Francis was named Central Oklahoma rowing’s interim head coach Friday. Francis will temporarily take over the program for Jen Gilbert, who held the position for the last two years, until a permanent head coach is hired. He has been on the Bronchos’ staff since August 2021.
Oklahoma Swim Academy Expands to Edmond, Bringing Survival Swim Lessons to the Community
Oklahoma Swim Academy is excited to announce the opening of its second location in Edmond, OK, on Tuesday, September 3. The new facility, located at Bryant Square, 420 S. Bryant Avenue, just around the corner from Burlington, will continue the swim school’s mission of promoting drowning prevention and fostering water confidence from an early age.
Alva High School to play host to first Northwest Oklahoma Concert Series Event of 2024-2025
Helen Welch, internationally acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, producer and band-leader, will be performing at Alva High School on Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. as part of the annual Northwest Oklahoma Concert Series. The first Northwest Oklahoma Concert Series of the 2024 – 2025 season, “Helen Welch: The First Ladies of Song,”...
'I'm Staying Out Of It:' Tulsa Mayor Chooses Not To Endorse Any Candidates In Mayoral Race
Mayor Bynum joined News On 6 at 9 with LeAnne Taylor and Dave Davis to discuss the upcoming mayoral election and the Oaklawn Graves excavation. Dave: We're about two weeks away until voters in Tulsa decide who will be the next mayor. You've served in this role for eight years. Are you endorsing anyone for the position?
Vista Shadow Mountain owners to pay former tenants $400,000 for suffering, troubles
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The owners of Vista Shadow Mountain Apartment Complex, which was forced to shut down because of unsafe living conditions, have agreed to a $400,000 settlement with the former tenants. The money will be split between the 229 former tenants who were abruptly evicted from their...
Latest on OSU’s Ollie Gordon injury rumors
OKLAHOMA CITY — As rumors swirl about Oklahoma State University’s star running back being seriously injured, KOCO 5’s Sports Director Bryan Keating said he’s not heard anything about any significant injuries. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Although nothing with the team...
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