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LCT brings performances back to John Denney Playhouse following storm damages
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - After over a year of performing and rehearsing at the McMahon Memorial Auditorium, Lawton Community Theatre (LCT) is once again preparing to make its home at the John Denney Playhouse. However, the journey to getting back was a lengthy one. “Finding the contractors who had the...
Edmond family says gun was pointed at them while driving in an act of road rage
Nathan Pease and his wife were with their 10-year-old son driving East on Danforth St. in Edmond on July 20 when another driver pulled in front of them, leaving the family shocked with the events that followed.
Oklahoma mother says daughter's world history assignment pushes Christianity
Olivia Gray, a concerned mother from Skiatook, is questioning the appropriateness of a school research assignment her daughter received at Skiatook High School. The assignment titled "How did the world start?" asked questions like "Who started it?" "What does it mean to be a Christian?" and "Is God real?" ...
NBA trying to make up for Christmas Day slight with one major boost for Thunder
Despite finishing last season as the top seed in the Western Conference standings and with the second-best record in the entire league, the NBA deemed that the OKC Thunder were not worthy of partaking in this year's Christmas Day showcase. Over the years, December 25 has become the biggest date...
The NBA Has Bought Into the Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama Matchup
All games between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs will be nationally televised this season, proving the interest between a potential rivalry in a young state.
Fetus found in NSU campus bathroom, university says
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Northeastern State University said they found a fetus in a campus bathroom. The university said they found the fetus in a residence hall bathroom and contacted ambulance services and the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. Campus-wide welfare checks were then conducted in an attempt to locate...
Stillwater breaks ground on new high school, set to open in 2026
STILLWATER, OKLA (KOKH) — Stillwater Public Schools (SPS) broke ground on the new Stillwater High School site on Tuesday, Aug. 13. The new school will be north of the current campus at 1224 North Husband Street. Construction, backed by a $195 million bond, is set to begin this summer...
Several crews battling large fire at Dollar Tree warehouse in Marietta
MARIETTA, Okla. — Several crews are battling a fire that sparked Friday morning at the Dollar Tree distribution center in Marietta. >> Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Police said fire departments and law enforcement are working the fire at the warehouse off Interstate 35....
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.
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.
Ex-death row inmate exonerated after 50 years to receive more than $7million from city in Oklahoma
An Oklahoma city has agreed to pay more than $7 million to a former death row inmate who was exonerated after nearly 50 years in prison, making him the longest-serving U.S. inmate to be declared innocent of a crime
The 10-Game stretch that will make or break season for Thunder
The OKC Thunder are heading into the 2024-25 NBA season with the hopes of not only replicating their successes from last year but, ultimately, surpassing them. Even with the fact that they finished with the best record in the Western Conference and advanced to their first semifinal appearance since 2016, considering they were manhandled and, ultimately, downed by the physically superior and more experienced Mavericks in six games of the second round, heading into the summer it was evident that Oklahoma City still had holes in need of filling.
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...
Boone Pickens Stadium construction update
In January 2023, Boone Pickens Stadium was off-limits. This summer, it was off-limits for the same reason. Stadium construction. Renovations for which Oklahoma State University Athletic Director Chad Weiberg and Co. have remained cautiously optimistic will only bolster gameday atmosphere in a new era of college football highlighted by charm, facilities and success.
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.
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