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Polk: Lessons learned from previous superintendent will help her avoid high turnover rate in OKCPS job
New Oklahoma City Public Schools Superintendent Jamie Polk said lessons learned from working for, and watching, her predecessor will be important if she is to avoid the high turnover rate that’s plagued that position for the past four decades. One of her primary goals, she told The Oklahoman in a wide-ranging interview, is...
FBM opens a brand-new office in Oklahoma
The 22,000-square-foot facility will enable the local team to deliver the company’s games and cabinets to American casinos. Press release.- FBM has announced the opening of its new office in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. According to the company, the transition to its dedicated building is “a significant milestone for the group operations in the US and a step forward in the brand’s journey to expand and strengthen its presence in the market.”
Kaul retires after 17 years of service to OSU-CHS
Media Contact: Sara Plummer | Communications Coordinator | 918-561-1282 | sara.plummer@okstate.edu. With years of working in global and public health, including taking a leading role in Oklahoma’s COVID-19 testing services, Dr. Anil Kaul, clinical professor and program director of Global Health at Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, recently retired after 17 years of dedicated service.
Carter County man arrested, accused of indecent exposure at Ardmore restaurant
CARTER COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - A Carter County man was arrested for indecent exposure after he allegedly exposed himself while at an Ardmore restaurant. According to court records, Christopher Hogg, 45, was accused of exposing himself at least twice while he sat in a booth across from a group of children inside a Braum’s in Ardmore on July 3.
Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System to host PACT Act VETFEST at OSU Tulsa
TULSA, Okla. — The 2024 Summer VETFEST by the Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System will host a PACT Act Presumptive Claims Event. The Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System (EOVAHCS) will host a PACT Act Presumptive Claims Event on August 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the OSU Tulsa Campus (Main Hall), located at 700 North Greenwood Avenue.
Lawton Police Department K9 suits up with new armored vest
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A dog in armor sounds like something out of a dream, but for a K9 officer with the Lawton Police Department, it’s a reality. Our 7News team paid a visit to K9 officer Gwiazda, who was given an armored vest. It was donated from a fundraiser and embroidered with a message that honors K9s who have served and fallen last year.
Chaney, Blonien lead WOGA State Am qualifier
University of Oklahoma golfer Reagan Chaney of Ardmore fired a 4-under 66 to lead championship qualifying Monday for the Women’s Oklahoma Golf Association State Amateur Championship. Match play begins Tuesday with two rounds that day and Wednesday. The two finalists will meet Thursday morning for the championship. Natalie Blonien...
Walters man allegedly assaults another with pair of scissors
WALTERS, Okla. (KSWO) - A man from Walters is accused of assaulting someone with a pair of scissors. Aaron Beasley faces a felony charge of assault and battery with a sharp weapon, a crime that carries a maximum punishment of up to 10 years in prison. Court documents allege a...
Police seek help to identify debit card fraud suspect in Stillwater
STILLWATER, OKLA (KOKH) — The Stillwater Police Department is requesting public help in identifying the subject pictured for a fraud investigation. According to SPD, the subject pictured made unauthorized use of a debit card on Thursday, July 18. The suspect is a white male with a beard and eyeglasses....
Lawton Public Schools helps parents gear up for back to school season
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - It’s almost August, which means it’s time for families to get ready for the back to school season. Lawton Public Schools will hold check-in days for parents and kids to get information, schedules, supply lists, and more. For those of you with elementary school...
The Social Order Appoints Kindt Myers as Vice President of People
Oklahoma City-based dining collective, The Social Order, announced the appointment of Kindt Myers as Vice President of People. In his new role, Myers will oversee the hiring process across the portfolio, training consistency, quality management of The Social Order concepts, and ensure the well-being of the brand’s rapidly growing team.
Young sisters from Bartlesville set to compete in MMA world championships
BARTLESVILLE, Okla. — Two sisters from northeastern Oklahoma are set to compete in the world championship for mixed martial arts fighting in Indonesia. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The Bartlesville sisters, 9-year-old Jasmine Stout and 10-year-old Alaina Stout, are coached by their dad who...
Osage County Commissioners Standing With Barnsdall
The Board of Osage County Commissioners convened for a regularly scheduled meeting at the fairgrounds on Monday morning for a brief and productive meeting. Monday's meeting was the first one since the Board had hired Stacey Brace to be a commissioner's assistant. From now on, Brace will put the agenda together for the meeting. County Clerk Robin Slack, who had been responsible for doing these things, was absent from Monday's meeting.
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