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Bartlesville Woman Accused of Biting Police Officer
A Bartlesville woman is accused of biting a police officer earlier this month, court documents say. 23-year-old Ashley Lindgren was in Washington County District Court on Friday afternoon on charges of felony assault and battery of a police officer. The arrest affidavit in the case states that on Aug. 5th...
2025 NFL Draft first impression: Deion Burks, WR, Oklahoma
Deion Burks is one of the top transfers in the country at wide receiver. Moving from Purdue to Oklahoma for the 2024 season could really raise BUrks’ draft profile, provided he can continue to produce and demonstrate the skills that make him appealing already. Burks led Purdue in receptions...
Broken Arrow football coach arrested on drug charges is fired
A Broken Arrow High School football coach who was arrested on drug charges is no longer employed by the school district. The Broken Arrow Public Schools confirmed Thursday that Pearlie Deshawn Graves had been released from employment. The district did not comment specifically about his dismissal but said earlier this month his future employment depended on the outcome of a criminal investigation and an internal review by human resources officials.
McAlester man gets 7 years for stolen firearms hidden in fridge
MCALESTER, OKLA (KTUL) — A McAlester man was sentenced to 7 years in prison for possessing stolen firearms. Carl Ray Holland, 35, pleaded guilty on Nov. 9, 2022, to the charge. According to investigators, on Aug. 1 of that year, law enforcement investigated the burglary of a local firearm...
Cherokee Nation EMS launches paramedic education program
Cherokee Nation Emergency Medical Services is launching a new paramedic education program to train new paramedic providers and help address the shortages being experienced across the United States, including within some Cherokee communities. The comprehensive education program spans approximately 18 months and includes both didactic and clinical opportunities. Students will...
BEWARE: Parvovirus B19 Spreading In Texas Here Are The Symptoms
According to News Week, residents of Texas need to be very mindful of Parvovirus B19 increasing and spreading not only through the great state but all through the US. This virus is a common child illness that can cause a rashing face, also known as "slap cheeks disease." ...
Fire at tornado-swiped Dollar Tree warehouse in Marietta, OK; no hazard, sheriff says
Firefighters battled a large fire Friday at the closed-down, tornado-wrecked Dollar Tree warehouse in Marietta that had southbound traffic on Interstate 35 shut down temporarily because of billowing black smoke. Love County Sheriff Andy Cumberledge told KXII-TV in Sherman, Texas, there was an "all call" for all fire departments in Love County...
Highs Near 100 On Sunday, Mild Cooldown On The Way
Muggy weather will remain noticeable Sunday, but we’ll experience a respite from excessive heat and humidity early next week. Monday morning lows will be in the upper 60s and afternoon highs between the upper 80s. After Friday night and predawn Sunday, most of the data does not support exceptionally...
Earthquake in Oklahoma shakes residents in Northwest Arkansas
Residents in Northwest Arkansas said they felt a 2.86 magnitude earthquake in Quinton, Oklahoma, according to reports. At approximately 10:20 a.m. on Thursday, the United States Geological Survey recorded an earthquake with a depth of 4.6 miles. People have reported feeling the earthquake in the following areas:. Fayetteville, Ark. Canehill,...
Patrons Bank Backpack Drive Benefits Schools
Patrons Bank representatives were busy this week delivering backpacks to local schools, thanks to the outpouring of support of the community. The public was invited to donate a new backpack at any Patrons Bank location, and for every backpack donated, Patrons Bank matched the donation. Above left, Patrons Bank representative Rae Lynn Hammer presents donated backpacks to Leslie Jones from Dewar Schools. Above center, Patrons Bank representatives Brittany Coates and Libby Mott are shown with Henryetta Elementary School Principal Kevin Williams as they deliver backpacks to the school. Above right, Wilson School staff member Tammy Thompson is pictured with Patrons Bank representative Marie Hawkins.
Homeland Scholar Athlete of the Week — Jackson Weibling
GARBER, Okla. (KFOR) — This school year KFOR is once again recognizing outstanding scholar-athletes. We are teaming up with “Homeland” to honor Jackson Weibling of Garber High School. Jackson plays football where he’s a three time All-District selection. He’s also a two-time state qualifier in the shot...
Cousins born hours apart in neighboring rooms at CCMH
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Some may share the same birthday as their cousin, but rarely are they born on the same day, in the same hospital, right next door to one another. “Their delivery room was right across the wall from mine,” shared Andrew Petro, father of newborn Olivia. “I could knock on the wall and be like, ‘Hey, y’all doing okay in there?’”
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