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Latter-day Saints temple in Tulsa will impact city socially, financially
TULSA — The construction of a second Oklahoma temple for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will have both an economic and social impact on the community, Erran Persley, econom...
Greer County provides trauma kits for classrooms in Mangum and Granite
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Authorities in Greer County are taking steps to provide potentially life saving care for countless students. The county sheriffs office, along with Greer County emergency management have provided trauma kits for every classroom in Mangum and Granite. The kits are aimed at providing critical support in...
Trio of Sooners among ESPN's top 100 players for the 2024 season
The Oklahoma Sooners have a number of talented players on both sides of the ball. If there’s reason for optimism heading into the season it’s that the defense is as talented or possibly more talented than the group on offense. And that’s a good thing. The Sooners...
Oklahoma Sooners predicted to land 2025 5-star offensive tackle
If there’s been a big fish in the 2025 recruiting class, it’s offensive tackle Michael Fasusi. As was the case for David Stone in the 2024 cycle, all eyes have been on Fasusi the last couple of years. He has been a priority target for OU and offensive line coach Bill Bedenbaugh. As we near Fasusi’s planned commitment date on Aug. 21, the process appears trending in a positive direction for the Oklahoma Sooners. Late Wednesday night, Brandon Drumm of OUInsider and Rivals dropped a futurecast predicting Fasusi to land with the Oklahoma Sooners. It’s the first prediction issued by one of...
Tulsa to spend $1 million in honor of Emmett Till: Here’s where the money is going
Tulsa is looking to use more than $1 million from the federal government earmarked for solving racially motivated cold cases. The city says it’s putting the funds toward education. Tulsa was awarded the money through the U.S Department of Justice’s Emmett Till Cold Case program. Till was a...
OSU Extension opens in Checotah
A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House was held Friday, August 2 for the new OSU extension office at 311 N. Broadway in Checotah. The office recently moved to Checotah from Eufaula and according to staff has seen an increase in their day to day interest in the county. “Since...
Oklahoma Sooners’ Preseason AP Rankings: A History of Exceeding Expectations
The University of Oklahoma's football program has long been a staple in the upper echelon of college football. Over the past 24 years, the Sooners have consistently entered each season with high expectations, as reflected in their preseason AP poll rankings. While some teams might struggle to live up to the hype, Oklahoma has often defied the odds, finishing the season ranked higher than their preseason standing. As the 2024 season kicks off with the Sooners ranked 16th, history suggests that this team could be on the verge of another remarkable run, with full playoff potential in sight.
Sherri Coale named to Oklahoma Christian University board
Former University of Oklahoma women's basketball coach Sherri Coale was among four people recently appointed to the Oklahoma Christian University board of trustees. In addition to Coale, other newly appointed trustees include: Danny Floyd, of Thomas; Dr. Brute Wolf II, of Broken Arrow; and Bill Zuker, of Mannford. ...
Brent Venables believes there’s no limit to what Sooners can achieve
Oklahoma Sooners head football coach Brent Venables answered many questions in 2023. After being hired to be the next head coach of the historic OU football program on Dec. 5, 2021, he had plenty of work to do to build the program in his image after his predecessor’s sudden and unexpected departure. At the time, Oklahoma fans didn’t know just how much of a rebuild it would be. Venables clearly believed the Sooners had slipped from the standard of toughness, physicality and discipline that made them one of college football’s premier programs. Venables’ inaugural season was a disappointment. OU went 6-7, its worst...
Weather Update August 16, 2024
From the national weather service in Tulsa Oklahoma 4:55am. Dangerous heat persists across the region today. An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect from noon until 9 PM for much of eastern Oklahoma and west-central Arkansas. A Heat Advisory is in effect from noon until 9 PM for parts of far northeast Oklahoma and far northwest Arkansas. Maximum heat indices between 110-115 degrees are expected within the warning area and up to 109 degrees in the advisory. Afternoon and evening storms may develop again today near a weak surface boundary. Some storms may become strong to severe, with damaging winds in excess of 70 miles an hour being the main severe weather threat.
Oklahoma Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency investigating State Department of Education
LOFT Chairman Rep. Kevin Wallace said the investigation is not about State Superintendent Ryan Walters, it is about, “the transparency of a State Agency and getting answers for our constituents.”
Oklahoma Heat Wave Continues: Severe Storms and Large Hail Expected Friday Night
Norman, OK – Oklahoma residents are in for a sweltering weekend as temperatures are expected to reach as high as 104°F, with the added risk of severe thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service in Norman, Friday’s forecast includes a low risk of severe storms primarily affecting areas north of I-40. The primary concerns are large hail and damaging winds, particularly in the late afternoon and evening hours.
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