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Oklahoma state parks are falling apart, and legislative funding is delaying inevitable failures
Oklahoma lawmakers had the perfect opportunity to hit a homerun by giving the green light to a comprehensive plan designed to fix our ailing state parks. Instead, they whiffed, and gave everyone who utilizes the parks the big fat “L.” As a result, our state parks and the millions of people who visit them each […] The post Oklahoma state parks are falling apart, and legislative funding is delaying inevitable failures appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Big 12 football running back rankings: Oklahoma State's Ollie Gordon II headlines the list
The Big 12 is loaded with talent, and the running back position is no exception. From upperclassmen such as OSU's Ollie Gordon II and Texas Tech's Tahj Brooks to up-and-comers such as West Virginia's Jahiem White and Iowa State's Abu Sama III, there are plenty of lethal ball carries in the conference.
Experts disagree on cause of Oklahoma’s rising rents
Housing shortages and rising rents go hand-in-hand with supply-demand economics. When supply is low and demand is high, one can reasonably assume costs will rise. Rising rents in Oklahoma have led to a surge in evictions. Oklahoma City is on track to top last year’s 17,868 eviction filings, and Tulsa is trending toward the same numbers as 2023.
Oklahoma-made movie 'Twisters' storms to $80.5 million opening weekend at the box office
The made-in-Oklahoma summer event movie "Twisters" has practically torn the roof off the North American box office. The long-awaited follow-up to the 1996 blockbuster "Twister" now looks to storm to a three-day domestic opening weekend of $80.5 million, Deadline reports Sunday. ...
Oklahoma Weather Update: Fog and Storms Expected in Tulsa and Surrounding Areas
Tulsa, OK – Patchy areas of reduced visibility are expected overnight into Tuesday morning, potentially impacting the morning commute across Eastern Oklahoma and Northwest Arkansas. The National Weather Service (NWS) Tulsa has issued a warning for drivers to prepare for rapidly changing visibility. According to the NWS, visibility may...
Grand opening set for Reasor’s south Broken Arrow location
Broken Arrow residents who’ve been eagerly waiting for Reasor’s new location to open in south Broken Arrow will get their day soon. Brookshire Grocery Co. announced the grand opening for the store is 10 a.m. on Aug. 8 at 1914 W. Norfolk Dr. The 65,000-square-foot store is the flagship property for the Aspen Ridge development on Aspen Avenue, just north of the Creek Turnpike.
Oklahoma authorities seize over 5,000 marijuana plants in Kingston raid
KINGSTON, Oklahoma — Authorities seized thousands of marijuana plants and processed marijuana during a raid on an unregistered grow operation in Kingston. On Friday, July 19, 2024, the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics' (OBN) Marijuana Enforcement Teams (MET) executed a search warrant at 17368 Fobb Bottom Road. The operation resulted in the seizure of 5,212 marijuana plants and 178 pounds of processed marijuana, according to a press release from the OBN. Arrests are pending.
‘Don’t give up, keep looking’: Missing Duncan man found safe in Texas months later
DUNCAN, Okla. (KSWO) - Jerry Buono’s family is breathing a sigh of relief knowing the 58-year-old is safe, after he was missing for over four months. In June, the Buono family got a call they spent months desperately hoping for. “His name was pastor James and he was essentially...
Oklahoma City metro school districts share if they will follow mandated Bible curriculum
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — We're working to learn which school districts across Oklahoma will follow State Superintendent Ryan Walters' mandate, and teach the bible in the classroom. Many districts around the Oklahoma City metropolitan area say they're evaluating the situation, and waiting for more information from the Oklahoma State...
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.
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.
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...
Three Bartlesville Junior High Golfers Excel
It looks like Bartlesville Junior High golf is in good shape for the upcoming season, and there should be a bright future for Lady Bruin golf at the high school level over the next several years, as well. A trio of Bartlesville middle school golfers made it through the first...
Booker favorable rating ‘strong’ in Lawton mayoral race
LAWTON – Mayor Stan Booker is in a comfortable position in his bid for a third and final three-year term, a recent survey commissioned by Southwest Ledger indicates. • Very favorable: 49.3%. • Somewhat favorable: 19.7%. • Heard of but no opinion: 5.6%. • Somewhat unfavorable: 7%. • Very...
A tribute to Barbara Curry
LAWTON – One day, photographer Chris Martin and community activist Barbara Curry were working on a photo project when Martin had an idea. The photographer, who was a friend of Curry’s, told her to take the pain she had experienced in her life, ball it up in her fist and let it go. Curry followed Martin’s instructions, and he captured her expression in a photo.
Tulsa Psychiatric Hospital Prepares Launch Of New Program To Help Children Process Emotions
A psychiatric hospital in Tulsa has launched a new program designed to assist children in understanding their own emotions, health officials say. Parkside Psychiatric Hospital and Clinic says the new program, called Mighty Makers, is free and is designed to support children's mental health. The 4-week program is designed for...
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