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Oklahoma State women’s soccer fall 2024 matches will include Oklahoma and Oral Roberts, with Tulsa University exhibition
Stillwater, Oklahoma – The Oklahoma State Cowgirls soccer team will play 12 home matches during the 2024 season, with 11 Big 12 Conference contests, six at Neal Patterson Stadium, also on the docket. Of OSU's 19 opponents in 2024, 12 of those finished in the top 125 of the...
Cavalcade Rodeo Starts Up on Tuesday
Cavalcade kicks up in full swing on Tuesday and if you have yet to purchase tickets, the Pawhuska Chamber of Commerce could still be able to help you out. They are putting on a window decorating contest and the Cavalcade Queen contestants will judge the winners on Thursday. First place...
Cooling stations in Tulsa amid rising temperatures; heat safety tips
TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — With soaring temperatures in Oklahoma, it's important to know where to go to cool off. Tulsans can visit John 3:16 Mission at 506 N. Cheyenne, Tulsa, Okla. 74103. It's open 24/7. Senior Nutrition sites throughout the Tulsa area are also available as Cooling Stations. Dial...
Route 66 blocked in both directions as crews work to clear crash between Luther and Wellston
WELLSTON, Okla. — A crash involving a badly damaged vehicle has blocked both directions of traffic along Route 66 between Luther and Wellston. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Sky 5 showed that multiple ambulances and first responders were at the scene along Route 66...
Another (former) Sooner QB rising on 2024 Heisman Watch list
Oklahoma is tied with two other schools for the most Heisman Trophy winners with seven. Four of those recipients of the prized award as the best player in college football were Sooner quarterbacks, hence the OU designation as "Quarterback U." In addition to four Heisman winners, the Sooners have also...
Downtown sidewalk project completed, ensuring ADA accessibility
The downtown sidewalk project in Guthrie has been completed, enhancing accessibility and charm in the heart of the city. This initiative was funded in part by the Transportation Alternatives grant program through the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, with the City of Guthrie contributing 20% of the cost-share. Ellsworth Construction, based...
Main Street Duncan announces annual banquet nominees
DUNCAN, Okla. (KSWO) - Main Street Duncan has released the names of the nominees for their annual “Hats & Heels” banquet. According to Main Street Duncan, the nominees are:. Main Street Volunteer of the Year. Loisdawn Jones. Think Ability Inc. Varai Med. Kristi Howard. Jacobs. Board Member of...
5 rare Volcán Alcedo giant tortoises born at Oklahoma zoo
The Oklahoma City Zoo's family recently grew following the birth of five rare Volcán Alcedo giant tortoises. "We have five hatchlings that have moved out of the incubator," Katie Porth, the Oklahoma City Zoo’s senior herpetology caretaker, said in a news release. "There are eleven extant species of Galápagos tortoises. We’re the only AZA-accredited zoo in the U.S. with a breeding group of Volcán Alcedo giant tortoises."
City of Bristow launches Bristow C.A.R.E.S. to help people struggling with substance abuse
The City of Bristow started a new program called Bristow CARES to help people struggling with substance abuse. FOX23 spoke with Bristow Mayor Kriss Wyatt about how this idea came to life. Mayor Wyatt said the whole idea comes from her community-minded heart. This has been a community effort to make sure the Bristow community is equipped with resources to pursue a healthy life and to be successful. “The idea came about when I was trying to find resources for someone who needed help with substance abuse,” she said.
Oklahoma Native Set To Compete In Olympics
An Oklahoma native and Oklahoma University Sooner is set to represent Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Vernon Turner is from Yukon and will compete in high jumping at the summer games. "Finally being able to just support Oklahoma and support Sooner Nation and my family, and go over...
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