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Muskogee bond proposal indefinitely postponed
MUSKOGEE, Okla. (KTUL) — It was just a month ago that Muskogee officials held a public meeting to tout the benefits of voting yes for a $77 million bond initiative. "This is how we move forward as a community," said city manager Mike Miller. And putting the initiative to...
Miami Animal Alliance shoe drive ends August 1
MIAMI, Okla. — A shoe drive is being held to raise funds for medical care for more than 100 kittens and puppies at a Miami animal shelter. The Miami Animal Alliance shoe drive fundraiser ends on August 1. Those wishing to donate can bring gently worn, used and new shoes to 211 Pine, North Miami. […]
Plans set to revitalize Oklahoma City's oldest public housing complex, neighborhood
A two-year planning process to revitalize Oklahoma City’s oldest public housing complex and the area surrounding it is six months in. Will Rogers Courts opened in 1937 and lacks modern amenities like shower heads and central AC. The public housing apartments serve some of the city’s poorest residents and have made headlines for shootings.
97th Air Mobility Wing to conduct ‘Antiterrorism’ exercise on Altus AFB
ALTUS AFB, Okla. (KSWO) - The 97th Air Mobility Wing will be conducting “Antiterrorism” exercises on Altus Air Force Base on Wednesday, July 17. According to the Altus Air Force Base, exercises like the one they will be performing are used to evaluate the Department of Defense response actions.
Oklahoma Energy Costs Are Less Expensive Than Most States
With summer temperatures over 100 degrees, Oklahomans often have electric bills even higher. But according to recent study released by WalletHub, Oklahoma's energy costs are less expensive than most states. The study points out that last summer was the hottest on record while this summer is expected to break that...
‘Twisters’ Premieres Privately In Oklahoma Ahead of Release Date
"Twisters" finally swept through Oklahoma with an invitation-only premiere in Oklahoma City. Cast members, producers and the film's director attended the private premiere at on July 15 at Harkins Theatres Bricktown 16. The premiere was by invitation only and unlike typical movie premieres, members of the public were unaware and...
‘Entirely Contrary to the Law of the Land’: Total Wine Heads to Court Over This State’s Constitutional Law Prohibiting Big Box Retailers
The Oklahoman reported on Thursday that Total Wine & More is pushing back at Oklahoma’s constitution, which prohibits larger liquor retailers from setting up shop within the Sooner State. The big box retailer’s attorney, Mark Hornbeek, argued in front of a judge that the state’s residency requirement went against the federal constitution.
Oklahoma ranks high in food insecurity, local efforts intensify over the summer
Tulsa, Okla. (KTUL) — The fight to end hunger in Oklahoma is a daunting task given that Oklahoma is ranked as one of the worst states when it comes to food security. According to Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma is one of the hungriest states in the nation. One in...
Oklahoma minimum wage petition supporters submit nearly double number of required signatures
OKLAHOMA CITY – Supporters of an effort to hike the minimum wage on Monday turned in nearly double the required number of signatures to get the issue on the ballot. Supporters needed 92,263 signatures and turned in just shy of 180,000 to the Oklahoma Secretary of State’s office, said Amber England, a spokesperson for Raise […] The post Oklahoma minimum wage petition supporters submit nearly double number of required signatures appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Oklahoma Department of Commerce makes significant commitment to Sunset at Broken Arrow Amphitheater project
Up to $39.5 million committed through the Enterprise Zone Incentive Leverage Act. The Oklahoma Department of Commerce (Commerce) is partnering with the City of Broken Arrow and Wagoner County by providing up to $39.5 million in matching funds through the Enterprise Zone Incentive Leverage Act to help fund the necessary infrastructure improvements for the Sunset at Broken Arrow Amphitheater development.
Local Theatre Company Brings Classics To Life With A Modern Twist In OKC
Storyteller Theatre was started by the husband-and-wife team Justice and Brenna Wickstrom in 2019. “What we do here is we put on multiple shows, especially throughout the Summer. Every other week we’ve got another show going on,” said Justice Wickstrom. Enough shows to keep actors and actresses as...
Chat Pile announce new album 'Cool World' & tour, share "I Am Dog Now"
OKC noise rockers Chat Pile have announced that they’ll follow their 2022 breakthrough debut album God’s Country with their second proper album, Cool World, on October 11 via The Flenser (pre-order). It was mixed by Uniform’s Ben Greenberg, marking the first time the band worked with an outside mixer. “Cool World covers similar themes to our last album, except now exploded from a micro to macro scale, with thoughts specifically about disasters abroad, at home, and how they affect one another,” says vocalist Raygun Busch. “If I had to describe the album in one sentence, it’s hard not to borrow from Voltaire, so I won’t resist – Cool World is about the price at which we eat sugar in America.”
A bulked up Adepoju Adebawore could be a nightmare for SEC offenses
Day 2 of SEC media days featured Brent Venables and the Oklahoma Sooners. Venables, quarterback Jackson Arnold, linebacker Danny Stutsman, and safety Billy Bowman had plenty to say about this year’s team while on the mic. However, one note from the head coach before OU’s time at the podium was eye-opening. Venables shared with the media in attendance that true sophomore defensive end Adepoju Adebawore is over 260 pounds entering fall camp. The former five-star prospect in the 2023 Recruiting Class weighed 240 pounds exiting high school, according to Rivals. That means that the speedy pass-rusher has gained over twenty pounds since arriving...
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