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FEMA to extend disaster relief funding in northeast Oklahoma
UPDATE/CLARIFICATION: FEMA issued two separate disaster declarations affecting residents in northeast Oklahoma. The one affecting Ottawa, Craig, and Nowata Counties, along with others outside of the area, has a deadline of July 31st. The other declaration for Delaware, Mayes, and Rogers Counties, along with others outside of the area, has a deadline of August 14th. […]
Many Oklahoma districts begin providing free back-to-school supplies for students
EL RENO, Okla. — Oklahoma students are about one month away from returning to classrooms, and that means many families are taking their annual back-to-school shopping trips. For just one household, back-to-school shopping can cost more than $870 for supplies and clothes, according to a study by the National Retail Federation. School districts across the state are pitching in to help with those costs, including those in the Oklahoma City area.
‘Twisters’ Premieres Privately In Oklahoma Ahead of Release Date
"Twisters" finally swept through Oklahoma with an invitation-only premiere in Oklahoma City. Cast members, producers and the film's director attended the private premiere at on July 15 at Harkins Theatres Bricktown 16. The premiere was by invitation only and unlike typical movie premieres, members of the public were unaware and...
Oklahoma Energy Costs Are Less Expensive Than Most States
With summer temperatures over 100 degrees, Oklahomans often have electric bills even higher. But according to recent study released by WalletHub, Oklahoma's energy costs are less expensive than most states. The study points out that last summer was the hottest on record while this summer is expected to break that...
Both sides appealing federal judge's ruling on law banning teaching some racial, gender topics
A federal judge’s ruling that limits enforcement of House Bill 1775, banning the teaching of certain racial and gender topics in Oklahoma classrooms, is being appealed to the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals — by both sides. Attorneys for the defendants in the case — including Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond, Gov....
Seminole receives $30 million from USDA for clean water and storm repair efforts
SEMINOLE, OKLA (KOKH) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the department is sending more than $30 million in funding for the Seminole Municipal Authority to provide safe drinking water. Rural Development Oklahoma State Director Kenneth Corn made the announcement that Seminole would be receiving funding to...
With micro-rebuild complete, Oklahoma confidently embraces SEC era and its bevy of new challenges
DALLAS -- Joe Castiglione hovered in the shadows Tuesday, content to blend into the crowd of 1,200 reporters as he watched Oklahoma take the stage for its grand debut at SEC Media Days. The longtime Oklahoma athletics director marveled at the scene in the familiar stomping grounds of Big D,...
Guymon resident becomes first Oklahoma Panhandle RNC delegate in 24 years
GUYMON, Okla. (KFDA) - The Oklahoma Panhandle’s voice has returned to the national stage. Larry Watson from Guymon, Oklahoma, is one of the voting delegates representing Oklahoma at the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His selection marks a significant milestone for the Oklahoma Panhandle, as it’s the...
Oklahoma Sooners Defensive Back Applauds SEC Stance On Horns Down Gesture
Oklahoma Sooners' defensive back Bill Bowman was the first member of the Sooners program to enter the media room on Tuesday at the SEC media days in Dallas, Texas, where he applauded the conference's stance on the Sooners' mock "Horns Down" symbol. Many Sooners fans mockingly display in front ...
Meteorologist with cancer, 33, shares message on body-shaming after 'hateful' comment about her wig
Meteorologist Laura Mock has received comments about her appearance before, but one that was recently sent to her entire team at work struck a nerve. Mock, 33, who works at Fox 23 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, typically brushes off such comments. But this one was jab at the wig she recently started wearing because she's undergoing chemotherapy.
Oklahoma City's Prairie Surf Studios makes conditions ripe for 'Twisters' to touch down in theaters
The natural disaster cult classic is back — but this time with a new plot featuring a meteorologist, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and a social media star, Glen Powell, who are on the hunt for the biggest tornadoes. It was a production Prairie Surf Studios CEO and Founder Matt Payne knew...
Peek inside the National Weather Center: Oklahoma's world-renowned hub for weather science
Virtually every weather researcher and forecast expert in the nation, if not the world, relies on science happening in a 244,000-square-foot building on the south side of the University of Oklahoma campus in Norman. It's hard to overstate how important the National Weather Center is to the safety and well-being of not just...
Tulsa City Council Discusses Potential Zoning Changes After Housing Report
The Tulsa City Council held its first of three meetings on Wednesday on how the city plans to handle potential changes to zoning. It comes after a report from the planning commission showed the city is split when it comes to the number of people who own their house or rent it.
The Porch Visits New Summer Camp From The Academy Of Contemporary Music At UCO
If you're looking for a summer camp that features loud and live music, "Rock Band Camp" from The Academy of Contemporary Music at the University of Central Oklahoma might be the one for you. ACM at UCO in Bricktown has put together a new summer camp for kids that is...
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