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Oklahoma Sooners play old foe in CBS Sports preseason bowl projections
All eyes are on the Oklahoma Sooners entering their first year in the SEC. Unlike the Texas Longhorns, everyone’s preseason pick to make a smooth transition into their new league, the Sooners have much to prove to SEC and national observers in 2024. Oklahoma was picked to finish eighth in the SEC preseason media poll. While it is the No. 16 team in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll and AP Top 25, the Sooners are still eighth among SEC teams in the preseason rankings. The hesitancy to pick Oklahoma to finish better is largely related to its schedule, which includes six...
Cherokee Phoenix Editorial Board to meet Aug. 30
The Cherokee Phoenix Editorial Board will meet at 10 a.m. CST, Aug. 30, at the Tribal Services Conference Room at the W.W. Keeler Tribal Complex in Tahlequah. It is an open meeting and the public is welcome to attend. Agenda:. 1. Welcome:. 2. Roll Call. Lauren Cusick, Chairperson. Tim Landes,...
Who owns Swinging Bridge? Pawhuska council discusses accepting donation of landmark
The Pawhuska City Council voted 5 to 0 on Aug. 13 in favor of determining conclusively who owns a local landmark and tourist attraction known as the Swinging Bridge. The pedestrian bridge, one end of which is located at Kihekah Avenue and East 2nd Street, dates back nearly a century, to 1926. It spans Bird Creek and was originally the primary option for people who wanted or needed to cross the creek into and out of the Pawhuska downtown area. According to a sign placed near the bridge, it was designed by J.M. Buckley, who was the city engineer. The bridge was refurbished in 1970.
Former Cowboy Jordan Oliver Wins PFL Debut
Jordan Oliver started his time in the PFL as a winner. Oliver, who wrestled at Oklahoma State in 2008-13, made his debut in the PFL on Friday night and beat Braydon Akeo via unanimous decision in the featherweight bout. He’s now 2-0 in his professional MMA career after going 1-0 in Bellator. His PFL debut was delayed twice, forcing him to wait over a year between fights.
Students return for first day of school in Ardmore
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - With excitement and anticipation filling the air for the new school year, Ardmore City Schools opened their doors to welcome students back from summer break on Thursday. “Every new year is exciting, just making sure that we’re doing everything we can for our students,” Interim Superintendent...
Bartlesville City Council Calls for Special Meeting on Grant Funding
The Bartlesville City Council has called a special meeting for Monday to address grant opportunities that are available to the city. According to an agenda, the council will discuss and possibly approve a $120,000 contract with Grand Mental Health over a two year period, providing two specialists who would work with the Bartlesville Police Department’s Crisis Intervention Response Team. The funding would be provided by the Opioid Abatement Grant awarded by the State of Oklahoma.
Headlines: Ryan Walters lawsuit, summer food program & Super Cao Nguyen
State Superintendent Ryan Walters faces a defamation lawsuit. (Oklahoma Voice) A legislative agency plans to probe the State Department of Education’s finances. (Tulsa World) Lawmakers express frustration over SDE delay in teacher pay reimbursement. (NewsOK) Judge overseeing Epic case rejects call to recuse. (Oklahoma Voice) Governor Stitt again denies...
Kinzie Hansen returning to Oklahoma City Spark in 2025
Former Oklahoma Sooners softball catcher Kinzie Hansen will be back with the Oklahoma City Spark for the 2025 season, the team announced on Thursday. Hansen was a member of the most decorated senior class in college softball history, winning four national titles during her time in Norman. Hansen and the Spark had a successful summer as an independent squad, rolling through the competition to a record of 20-7. Hansen had a strong year in her rookie season and will look to build off of that next year.
Casady receives $12 million gift to help fund dining center
Casady School has received a gift of $12 million for a $23 million Upper Division Dining and Engagement Center. In response to this generous gift from Gay and Ed Kirby and their family, the school has secured additional fundraising commitments from donors for nearly 95% of the total project. "Casady...
Animal activist, community leader Louisa McCune passes away
Kirkpatrick Foundation Executive Director Louisa McCune, who passed away over the weekend at 54, leaves behind a legacy of community leadership, particularly in animal advocacy. In a November 2023 interview with OKC FRIDAY, Louisa said that when animals fare well, people fare well. "Animals of all kinds will tell the...
Debby Hampton to speak during HeartLine’s Festival of Hope
Long-time Oklahoma City nonprofit leader Debby Hampton is to deliver remarks during HeartLine, Inc.’s 22nd annual Festival of Hope Gala Aug. 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Skirvin Hotel in Oklahoma City. Retired Homeless Alliance Executive Director Dan Straughan and the Homeless Alliance are to be honored with Champions...
Oklahoma coach helps Nigerian basketball team make it to quarterfinals in 2024 Summer Games
EL RENO, Okla. — An El Reno High School girls basketball coach just came back from Paris after helping on the coaching staff that led to the Nigerian women’s basketball team making it to the quarterfinals. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. “I had...
Video: FOX23 Investigation: Vietnam Veteran visits daughter after finding the father he never knew
We've been telling you about the ongoing saga with a local Vietnam Veteran who was searching and found his birth father. He's also been fighting cancer, but as Tulsa's Investigative Reporter Janna Clark told you, he recently found out he's healthy enough to travel.
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