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The Oklahoman's Super 30: Checotah's Elijah Thomas' confidence, dedication led to OU
Checotah’s Elijah Thomas has known from a young age where he’s headed in life. That was never as evident as when he respectively declined a camp invite from Alabama, arguably the most prestigious college football program of all time, after receiving an offer to play football for the Crimson Tide. His family raised him in a town of just over 3,000 people two hours east of Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and are lifelong Sooners fans.
Global technology outage causes headaches for scouts at Tulsa International Airport
TULSA, Okla. — The global technology outage left passengers at Tulsa International Airport scrambling to figure out what to do after their flights were canceled. A group from Fort Smith is hoping they make it to a trip to the Bahamas.
Inaugural OKC Vegan Chef Challenge kicks off August 1
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Local chefs are gearing up to compete for votes with the latest. creative and tasty plant-based menu options throughout the metro for the The OKC Vegan Chef Challenge. Vegans or those who seek to be introduced into veganism will have one month from August 1...
Today is Deadline for OHI’s OHCE2024 Early Bird Pricing
OHI’s Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) is quickly approaching and time is running out for individuals hoping to take advantage of early bird pricing. Don’t pass up the chance to attend the industry’s premier event, which takes place Nov. 4-6 in Oklahoma City, Okla., at a discounted rate, according to a release.
Centennial Celebrations for Cain's Ballroom to Continue with Hot Club of Cowtown
Centennial celebrations for Tulsa's Cain's Ballroom continue Thursday, July 25 with a free, all-ages concert featuring jazz and Western swing trio, Hot Club of Cowtown, Chad Rodgers, co-owner and manager of Cain's Ballroom announced. Tulsa bassist Jake Erwin, who performed with the HCCT from 1998-2020, is back in the lineup for this centennial show. Cain's Centennial Ale, a collaboration between Cain's and local craft brewery Marshall Brewing Company, will be available for purchase (21+), along with commemorative Cain's Ballroom centennial merchandise.
Sooners add former Texas A&M pitcher Jason Bodin via transfer portal
The Oklahoma Sooners added to their pitching staff via the transfer portal on Wednesday, picking up a commitment from right-hander Jason Bodin. Bodin transfers in from Texas A&M, where he spent one season as an Aggie. He took to social media to announce his decision. A true freshman out of...
OCPD investigating after woman found dead at Oklahoma City pharmacy
OKLAHOMA CITY — Police say they are investigating a homicide after a woman's body was found in a drive-thru of a pharmacy Thursday afternoon. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Officers were called around 3:20 p.m. to a Walgreens, near Southeast 44th Street and Shields...
Will Rogers World Airport could see support for nonstop flights through state grant funds.
Airport officials are hopeful that state grants will continue supporting more nonstop flights out of Will Rogers World Airport ahead of a rebranding effort late this summer. Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Council authorized the allocation of $500,000 in limited-tax general obligation bond funding to the Alliance for Economic Development of Oklahoma City. But the decision comes with strings attached: The funds will only be allocated if the organization receives $2.5 million in state grant funding to bring new nonstop air service to the airport.
Oklahoma City Social Service Agency Seeking Volunteers To Help Kids As School Start Date Nears
As the start date for schools across the state nears, an Oklahoma City school and social service agency helping families out of homelessness says time can be the most precious gift of all. For those wanting to help kids get back to school but dealing with strained finances, Positive Tomorrows...
Antlers community reacts to arrest of 20 year-old charged with murder
ANTLERS, Okla. (KXII) - Pushmataha County Sheriff BJ Hedgecock says the Antlers community can rest easier now that 20 year-old Kristopher Coffelt is behind bars. Hedgecock says there wasn’t much 95 year-old Gladys Land could do to avoid the back glass door of her residence from being broken into, but that home safety should be a top priority for all, especially elders.
Yukon’s Best Dog Show comes to Kimbell Park
The sun was shining down on Yukon’s Kimbell Park as dog-owners, onlookers and prize pooches alike all began their preparations for this year’s first Friday Fun Day of July, “Yukon’s Best Dog Show.”. A sizable crowd gathered July 12 at the park to bring their competing...
World Series of Poker Circuit Begins at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant
DURANT, OK – The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit event began at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant this week. The tournament began on Wednesday, July 17 with a $130 buy-in seniors event. It will last until Sunday, July 28 with the $1 million championship event being held on Saturday, July 27. The circuit also features a ladies event, no-limit hold ‘em with a $50,000 prize pool, and a $200,000 prize pool, among others.
Yukon looking to preserve the mills as city continues to grow
YUKON, Okla. — If you’ve ever traveled to Yukon, you’re most likely familiar with “Yukon’s Best Flour” adorned on the side of one of their old flour mills, but as the city continues to grow, questions have come up about how long they’ll be around.
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