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Community Meeting to Discuss New Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts in Oklahoma City's Adventure District
Business owners, residents and community organizers are invited to a community meeting to discuss the possibility of creating new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts in and around the Adventure District. The meeting will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. on Aug. 6 at Millwood High School, 6718 N Martin Luther King...
Brandon Marcello: The story has flipped between Oklahoma & Texas heading into the SEC
The start of the 2024 college football season is right around the corner. With it comes new look conferences and major changes to the landscape. Of course, part of all this is Oklahoma and Texas moving into the Southeastern Conference. The two newest members of the SEC bring plenty to the table, but both have changed their perception a bit prior to entry.
Tulsa Public Schools Ban Cell Phones, Wireless Devices For Upcoming School Year
Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) announced that cell phones, smart watches, and wireless headphones will not be allowed during the upcoming school year. TPS Superintendent Dr. Ebony Johnson said the goal is to remove distractions. Students are expressing concern about the new policy, while most parents are supportive. However, both students...
Blake Shelton’s Youngest Stepson Takes The Stage
Blake Shelton surprised fans in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, at his Ole Red bar. Dressed in a blue plaid shirt and a cowboy hat, he took the stage to perform for those lucky enough to be there. After a few songs, he brought Gwen Stefani’s 15-year-old son Zuma onstage to perform.
City of Bartlesville Announces Employee of the Month
The City of Bartlesville has announced its Employee of the Month for July. This month's honor goes to Accounting and Finance Fiscal Technician, Gina Vaught. Her co-worker, Kayle Amador had this to say in a nomination letter:. "She has worked for the City of Bartlesville for roughly 18 years and...
Common Good Tulsa aims to donate 200 uniforms to local students
The Common Good Tulsa is hosting a back-to-school uniform drive for the Northwest Tulsa community. Donations are being accepted right now to provide school uniforms for families in need. The current goal is to provide 200 new uniform tops to the local TPS school, Tisdale Elementary. “Many of our families...
Lawley Antiques House in Cookson sells a variety of items
COOKSON – In 2017, Cherokee Nation citizen Kayla Hanson wanted to have a yard sale, and due to a rainy forecast, she was forced inside the Lawley Antiques House in Cookson. Years later, she owns the business and has turned it into the place to go if you’re looking for Native fabric and ribbons.
Tulsa Library To Feature Oklahoma Artists, Artists, & Vendors For 2nd VERSES Event
The Tulsa Library will be holding its second"VERSES" event in September. It’s described as a fund-and-awareness raiser featuring local artists, vendors, poets, and authors. Event organizer Mandy Durham dropped by the Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to talk about how community members can apply to be a part of VERSES.
Fisher59 expansion coming to Lawton location, bringing more jobs in the process
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Beverage distribution company Fisher59 based out of Denton, Texas is investing over $16 million into their Lawton location for a new 110,000 square-foot warehouse. President of the Lawton Economic Development Corporation Brad Cooksey expressed his gratitude to Fisher59 for choosing Lawton as the location for the...
Tour of new coliseum at OKC fairgrounds shows construction's progress
OKLAHOMA CITY — Construction is on the fast track at the OG&E Coliseum, the newest arena being built at the OKC Fairgrounds. Construction on the coliseum is making progress, and builders said it will provide a one-of-a-kind experience. "This is the second largest project that MAPS has done," Jim...
Maureen Heffernan who transformed Myriad Gardens, opened Scissortail Park, set to say goodbye
Maureen Heffernan, the Maine transplant who oversaw the rebirth of the Myriad Gardens and the launch of Scissortail Park, is stepping down from that job after bringing national acclaim to Oklahoma City’s top park attractions. Heffernan was director of the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens when she accepted a job offer in 2011 to...
Broadway Soiree Takes the Stage at Pawhuska's Historic Constantine Theater
Get ready for an enchanting evening of musical theater as Broadway Soiree makes its grand debut at The Historic Constantine Theater on Saturday, August 10th at 7:30pm. This much-anticipated performance will feature the dynamic duo of Kelly Ford and Cathy Venable in a captivating concert of classic and contemporary Broadway hits.
New Independence principal ready for school year
University of Central Oklahoma alum Ryan McLaughlin is set to begin his first year as head principal at Yukon’s Independence Intermediate School. Having served as a classroom teacher in both Oklahoma and California, McLaughlin has 18 years of education experience behind him and no shortage of goals and aspirations for the new school year in front of him.
Cavett Kids Foundation holding summer camp for children battling chronic illnesses
ADAIR, Okla. — The Cavett Kids Foundation, a local nonprofit, is holding a summer camp for children and youth diagnosed with a chronic or life-threatening illness to help them experience traditional camp fun. The Cavett Kids Foundation is holding the five-day camp session for free. It kicked off on...
Oklahoma Sooners safety named to Jim Thorpe Award watch list
One of the best defensive backs in college football is taking the stage once again in 2024 as Billy Bowman opted to return to the Oklahoma Sooners for his senior season. In 2023, Bowman erupted for six interceptions, returning three of them for interceptions. He became a highlight reel waiting to happen, making quarterbacks pay for trying him in the passing game.
FHU’s inaugural Equip Ministry Camp trains young men for future ministry
For 19-year-old Tucker Cates of Durant, Oklahoma, it was an experience that he described as “one of the best weeks of my life.” With future plans to serve the Lord full-time through ministry work, Cates was thrilled to take part in a unique opportunity to learn from faithful Christian men who had plenty of wisdom, knowledge and professional advice to share. Freed-Hardeman University’s College of Biblical Studies hosted 12 young participants for the inaugural Equip Ministry Camp on campus May 28-31. The mission of the camp was to provide a learning environment for young men, ages 13-19, to study the Word of God, prepare and present lessons and enhance their ability to minister in a congregational setting.
Food Donation Helping People In Rogers County Still Affected By Tornado Damage
Claremore and Rogers County Disaster Assistance received a donation from the Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints Wednesday morning. Pallets of canned goods were unloaded at Catholic Charities and will go to replenishing the food pantries in Claremore. Once they are fully restocked, the rest will go to victims of the tornado that hit in May, who will be able to come by and take what they need.
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