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Nowata Commissioners Discuss Boiler Bids and Private Property Agreements
The Nowata County Commissioners started their Monday meeting talking about courthouse improvements, including quotes on a replacement for a new boiler. No bids were selected, and the selection process will extend for another week. Commissioner Paul Crupper talked about an agreement to work on private property in reference to District...
Leaving Las Vegas was no easy task for Miller Kopp
Miller Kopp was not going to be denied. The waiting began in Las Vegas on Saturday at his final NBA Summer League game with the Oklahoma City Thunder. There, he was waiting to hear his name called for one more opportunity to prove his ability to compete at the highest level.
Musial title dream ends for Doenges squad, Legion tourney next
Former baseball legend Stan Musial — who knew how to dream big — has been gone 11 years. On Thursday, the Bartlesville Doenges Ford 19-and-under baseball team saw its Musial dream die at the hands of the Tulsa Sandlots, 7-2, in the summer season finale at renowned Bill Doenges Memorial Stadium and its showcase diamond, Rigdon Field. ...
CCFI Is Having Their Night At The Club In Norman On 8/2
Center for Children and Families, Inc. (CCFI) began in 1969 as a shelter for youth, from birth to 18 years old, who needed a safe and nurturing place to stay while waiting to be placed in foster care. Known then as Juvenile Services, Inc. (JSI), we met a vital need in the community while laying the foundation for our mission “to improve the lives of children.”
Man swims Chouteau Creek in an attempt to avoid arrest, faces multiple charges
MAYES COUNTY, OKLA. (KTUL) — One man is facing multiple charges after trying to flee officers by swimming in Chouteau Creek. Officers received a call about a suspicious person on Sunday around 11 a.m. The person was reportedly walking in traffic on State Highway 412 near the Chouteau Creek...
2 Twisted Couples Murder a Mother and Friend in Texas County
A grandmother, her boyfriend, and two others were caught up in a twisted conspiracy to murder 2 women who were on their way to pick up 2 children, who were in the custody of their grandmother. THE BODIES OF 2 WOMEN DISCOVERED IN TEXAS TOWN. Two weeks ago, Veronica Butler,...
The Porch Visits Local Swimming School To Learn New Swimming Moves
If your still looking for last minute summer activity ideas, it's not too late to sign you or your child up for an 8 week swim program that welcomes adults and kids alike. News 9's Jordan Ryan took the Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to Therafish to learn some new swim moves.
Children’s Book Exposes FBI Tactics Used During Civil Rights Era
Nationwide – Teenagers Autumn Kendall, 14, and Aurora Morgan, 15, are excited to announce the release of their children’s book, The Three Heroes, and their first book signing event in East Harlem, NY on June 4, 2024, at 6pm. The Three Heroes, developed under the 3E Program for Social Justice and Change, is a compelling tale featuring characters inspired by civil rights leaders Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and Chairman Fred Hampton. The story introduces a villain resembling J. Edgar Hoover, who led the FBI’s COINTELPRO operations aimed at undermining these activists. Though the characters are fictional, the book sheds light on historical events and the impact of COINTELPRO.
Town Hall Meeting Scheduled for Ward Two and Three
ENID, OK - City officials announced today that Ward 2 Commissioner Derwin Norwood and Ward Three Commissioner Keith Siragusa will host a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 25th at First Missionary Baptist Church, located at 467 East Owen K. Garriott Road. The Council and the staff...
Shaping OKC’s Future and Continued Growth
Oklahoma City is poised for a new era of economic growth and development, marked by a strategic partnership between the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, the City of Oklahoma City and the Alliance for Economic Development. This collaborative effort has culminated in a comprehensive economic development plan designed to guide the city's progress over the next three decades.
Oklahoma State sending a record 11 athletes to the 2024 Paris Olympics
STILLWATER – Oklahoma State is sending a record 11 athletes to the 2024 Paris Olympics. The list is comprised of men's golfers Wyndham Clark (USA), Viktor Hovland (Norway), Alex Noren (Sweden) and Kris Ventura (Norway), women's track and field athletes Ariadni Adamopoulou (Greece), Chase Ealey Jackson (USA), Gabija Galvydyte (Lithuania), Ieva Zarankaite Gumbs (Lithuania), men's track and field athlete Jacob Fincham-Dukes (Great Britain), men's tennis player Aleksandr Nedovyesov (Kazakhstan) and women's golfer Maja Stark (Sweden).
Novak, Wood Named ITA Scholar-Athletes
STILLWATER- Kristina Novak and Ava Wood of the Oklahoma State women's tennis team were named 2024 ITA Scholar-Athletes, as was announced on Monday. Novak, who just completed her fifth season of college tennis and second as a Cowgirl, earns the honor for the second consecutive season, while Wood, a freshman, is recognized for the first time.
Fort Cobb-Broxton's Eli Willits, Stillwater's Ethan Holliday make USA Baseball 18U team
A pair of Oklahoma high school baseball standouts are set to compete for Team USA next month. Fort Cobb-Broxton's Eli Willits and Stillwater's Ethan Holliday were named to USA Baseball's 18U National Team on Sunday and will compete in the World Baseball Softball Confederation 2024 U-18 Baseball World Cup Americas Qualifier in Panama City, Panama.
Thunder stud Chet Holmgren calls out media for altering quotes 'to get reactions'
For years, there's been a consistent level of disconnect and disdain for the media by professional athletes. Recently, OKC Thunder star Chet Holmgren provided fans and pundits alike with a straightforward reason why. During a July 16 appearance on the Road Trippin' podcast, the 22-year-old was asked to list the...
Tulsa Zoo's Mission Impopsicle Day combines enrichment with treats on July 27
TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — The Tulsa Zoo is hosting the Mission Impopsicle Ice Enrichment Day on July 27. Zoo care teams will be freezing healthy snacks in all shapes and sizes to provide enrichment activities for the animals. Humans can enjoy frozen treats too with Frio’s Gourmet Pops in...
Big 12 Conference Power Rankings Ahead of 2024
5-4, PAC-12 Key returners: Quarterback Cameron Rising, Tight End Brant Kuithe. The Utah Utes are the best addition to a league losing both the Sooners and the Longhorns. They are highly competitive, recruit game changing talent, and have a home field advantage that will be the best in the Big 12. The return of quarterback Cameron Rising gives a big lift to the Utes. Rising sustained a left knee injury in their Rose Bowl loss to Penn State, missing all of 2023. His 2022 season was an indicator of what could be this season, starting in 13 games and throwing for 3,034 yards and 26 touchdowns, while rushing for another six touchdowns. Wide receiver transfer Dorian Singer brings Rising and Utah another offensive weapon.
Afton town leaders appoint new police chief, judge and court clerk
AFTON, Okla. – For the first time in three months, Afton city leaders held a town meeting after swearing in their newest board member, Shasta Waggoner. The three-member board voted to convene for an executive session to discuss the employment of a town employee. The board returned 45 minutes and took no action.
West Nile Virus detected in Carter County mosquito pool
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - Dr. Andrew Hoelscher with Exceptional Community Health in Ardmore says the West Nile Virus is carried by infected birds and is most commonly spread from mosquito bites to humans and other mammals. “Its important to remember that its not transmissible from person to person,” Dr. Hoelscher...
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