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No. 16 Oklahoma Sooners vs. Temple Owls: Sooners Wire Staff Predictions
The Oklahoma Sooners kick off the 2024 college football season on Friday night when they welcome the Temple Owls to Norman. The Sooners come into the contest No. 16 in the nation in both the US LBM Coaches Poll and the AP Top 25. The Sooners are No. 13 in...
Key games for in-state OU commits in Week 0
The Oklahoma high school football season is here, which means OU football commits will be performing under the lights once again. Recently, we looked at the OU targets who will take the field (which you can read here). We'll look at the OU commits who will take the field in Week 0.
Annual Blues Festival Happening in Medicine Park This Weekend
Every Labor Day weekend is a big ol' party in Medicine Park. Somehow, this place has still remained one of Oklahoma's best kept secrets, but once you attend one of their annual music festivals, you won't be forgetting the experience any time soon. Also known as the "Mayor's Blues Ball,"...
Central Oklahoma’s impact immeasurable on Team USA Paralympic sitting volleyball team
Paralympian and two-time sitting volleyball gold medalist Monique Burkland Matthews said it was “fate” that she ended up in Oklahoma. Born in Nevada, Matthews’ family followed her grandfather to Oklahoma after he received a transfer to the state. She grew up active and athletic, graduating from Plainview High School as a three-sport athlete. ...
Yukon High School Cancels Remainder Of Thursday Classes Due To Power Outage
Yukon Public Schools has canceled class at Yukon High School for the remainder of Thursday after a delay in power restoration efforts, the district said. The district said a blown transformer in a nearby neighborhood caused the school to lose power, and a delay in restoration efforts has lef district leaders to cancel class for the remainder of the day.
OBN launches new campaign to help human trafficking victims
The goal is to make information about human trafficking more accessible and provide victims resources through a QR code that will be displayed in businesses and schools throughout the state. The code will take you to the human trafficking section of OBN’s website.
How much will Oklahomans save at the grocery store with the elimination of the state grocery tax?
OKLAHOMA – Beginning Thursday, Oklahomans should see a minor cut in their grocery receipts. The state cut the 4.5% state sales tax on some groceries after Gov. Kevin Stitt signed House Bill 1955. The bill eliminates only the state portion of the sales tax on groceries or $3.83 on an $85 grocery bill, according to OKpolicy.org. […]
Dennis Quaid says 'Reagan' is his new favorite of his movies. Oklahoma is one reason why
For four decades and counting, Dennis Quaid regarded the 1983 historical space epic "The Right Stuff" as his favorite movie of his prolific acting career. But the two-time Golden Globe nominee now has a new favorite among his cinematic credits — and he credits the time he spent in Oklahoma making it as...
Headlines: Mental health settlement, Oklahoma wildlife conservation & Golden Hurricane home opener
A mental health lawsuit from Attorney General Gentner Drummond faces pushback. (KOSU) The mental health department appoints its first Chief Medical Officer. (Oklahoma Voice) Governor Stitt appoints the head of Juvenile Affairs to run DHS. (Oklahoma Voice) Stitt names House Speaker’s aide as executive director of OMES. (Tulsa World)
Oklahoma mental health class action lawsuit settlement faces pushback
OKLAHOMA CITY – Efforts to settle a class action lawsuit against the state appear to have hit a brick wall. The Contingency Review Board on Wednesday voted 2-0 to send the federal judge overseeing the case a letter outlining concerns about a potential settlement agreement between the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse […]
County Democrat returns from national convention
Sarah Carnes has returned from last week’s Democratic National Convention riding a wave of energy for the 2024 presidential election. Carnes is the Oklahoma Congressional District 3 Democratic Party chair, representing 32 counties in Oklahoma. The Yukon woman represented the state as a delegate at the 2024 national convention...
Oklahoma physician settles prescription fraud claims
Tuan Nguyen, MD, a physician in Oklahoma City, agreed to pay $165,000 to settle civil penalty claims that he issued invalid prescriptions for Schedule III controlled substances. The Justice Department alleged Dr. Nguyen violated the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act by issuing prescriptions without being properly licensed, according...
Landlord won't fix A/C: Tenant told to move out
TULSA, Okla — Brandi Maynard's central A/C went out in June, so she put in work orders for her landlord to fix it. When weeks went by and it was still broken she called The Problem Solvers for help and learned tenants have the right to call 311 to ask for help from Tulsa Code Enforcement.
American Auto Trail-Western Oklahoma Grasslands (Shattuck to Cheyenne OK)
This American auto trail traverses the grasslands of Ellis and Roger Mills counties in western Oklahoma. The route follows U.S. Highway 283 south from Shattuck to Cheyenne. For more of our Auto Trails and Slow Travels guides, available in print or eBook format, use one of the links below:. Follow...
Panelists call on Biden-Harris administration for 'justice' for survivors of Tulsa Race Massacre
Stories of injustice were kept alive at an event during the Democratic National Convention last week. A panel discussed the intersection of goals for victims of racial violence. The panel took place during the Democratic National Convention. The timing of the event made sense to President of the Emmett and Mamie Till Mobley Institute Christopher Benson.
OKC Pastor Combating Gun Violence Through Ministry And Faith
Leaders on Oklahoma City's east side are calling for peaceful responses amid a string of gun violence. A peace walk will take place this weekend in the metro. A Northeast OKC pastor lost a friend to gun violence, and he makes it his mission to stop the violence and help people affected.
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