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The Porch: 'Hope's Hollywood Christmas' Filming In The Heart Of Oklahoma
It must be Christmas In July! "Hope's Hollywood Christmas" is a romantic comedy that is being shot in the heart of Oklahoma amidst the season’s extreme summer heat. The L.A. production company made sure to hire a University of Oklahoma alumni to direct and a native Tulsan as the lead actress.
Longtime OSU donors funding a scholarship program for students in rural northwest Oklahoma
Two longtime donors to Oklahoma State University will fund a new scholarship program designed to benefit rural students from northwestern Oklahoma, west Texas and eastern New Mexico, the OSU Foundation said Wednesday. The Thoma Scholars Program will be paid for through a donation from the Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation....
New Documentary Highlights Storytelling From Black, Indigenous, And People Of Color Across Oklahoma
The Tulsa based radio news broadcast ‘Focus: Black Oklahoma’ has a new film that they are hoping inspires people to get more involved in their movement. Focus: Black Oklahoma uses citizen journalists to gather and deliver the news specifically for black, indigenous, and people of color in communities across Oklahoma using a fair, fact-based approach.
Indigenous Oklahoma woman paves the way for a beautiful tomorrow
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — According to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, homicide is one of the top 10 causes of death for Native American females under the age of 45. Native America women experienced the second highest rate of homicide in 2020, but there are efforts to stop it. Join News Four’s Joleen Chaney and First Fidelity Bank to Pay it Forward.
Bixby High school is banning cell phones | Spartans also respond to Walters' Bible memo
Bixby, Okla. (KTUL) — The first announcement from Bixby public schools is that cell phones will be prohibited starting this fall. This means elementary, middle school, and junior high school students will no longer be able to use cell phones and other communication devices. 10th through 12th grade, which...
Early Morning Shooting in Muskogee
One man is dead and a woman is injured following an early morning shooting in Muskogee. Around 1:30 this morning, Muskogee Police responded to a call of shots fired. They arrived on the scene to find a man and woman inside a car. Both had multiple gunshot wounds. They were each taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The man – identified as 38-year-old Reon Bell – later died from his wounds.
Tulsa Public Schools launches Bridge to Graduation program for at-risk students
TULSA, OK (KTUL) — Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) has announced a new program to help at-risk students graduate. Bridge to Graduation is a summer program for Tulsa students funded by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Students enrolled in credit recovery will work with TPS staff to recover missing...
Norman Music Institute Shares Details Of Upcoming Seminar Featuring Well-Known Drummer On The Porch
Norman Music Institute is hosting a free drum seminar on Friday night with a high-profile drummer. Dean Brown, the owner of Norman Music Institute, said Gregg Bissonette, the drummer for Ringo Starr and other musicians, will teach the seminar and share insight into the music business. Brown said the seminar...
The Heart of Perry Wrestling: Honoring Leonard ‘Shorty’ Shelton
Oklahoma high school wrestling lost a coaching legend last week, but Leonard “Shorty” Shelton had an even bigger impact off the mat in the small town of Perry. Shelton led powerhouse Perry High School to 10 state championships and coached 41 individual gold medalists during a brief – though stunningly successful – 11-year stint as head coach (1970-79, 1995).
Edmond Police Sgt. fights to restore quality of life after nearly losing life on the job
In September of 2022, an Edmond police officer was violently run over on the job by a suspect who was fleeing from police in a high-speed chase. Since then, Sgt. Joseph Wells has defied odds and has made unbelievable strides in his recovery. He survived, but he says his quality of life may not.
Brent Venables' long-standing relationships fortify faith in new offensive coordinators: 'Leaders of leaders'
The move to the Southeastern Conference has begun for the Oklahoma Sooners. This transition comes at a time where the program is no stranger to change. From key roster turnover to major 'front office' style moves off the field and whatever in between, Brent Venables has had to embrace 'new'. But sometimes the old can shape the new and encourage evolution. That's where Brent Venables is as he navigates life with a new offensive staff.
Interactive children’s storytelling comes to Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center
VINITA – Enjoy an interactive day of immersive children’s storytelling July 27 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center. Children of all ages are invited to gather for “Ours to Tell: Cherokee Children’s Stories” at the 2023 Tribal Destination of the Year. The special event will feature performances throughout the day from celebrated Cherokee storytellers including Cherokee National Treasure Robert Lewis and Cherokee Nation citizens Traci Sorell and Candice Byrd Boney.
Altus residents voice sewer drainage trap concerns
ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - Several community members in Altus approached the city recently to voice their complaints about a hazardous sewer drainage trap. The drainage trap had a large hole in it, which posed an issue for a multitude of different reasons. It’s located on the west side of the city, near the corner of Joy and Frisco streets.
Delayed reports of abuse continue to plague troubled Greer Center in Enid
An incident report said a resident at a troubled center for people with developmental disabilities in Enid fell in the shower. But a staff member thought it looked like the man had been kicked in the face. The resident at the Robert M. Greer Center appeared to have the imprint...
How Ryan Walters went from ‘excited’ to ‘disgusted’ over education standards he helped create
Bob Blackburn can still picture the room where he helped decide how Oklahoma students would learn their history. Six years ago, the then-executive director of the Oklahoma Historical Society sat at the head of a table with five other members of a committee spearheading the next state academic standards for social studies education.
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