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Oklahoma House approves study on 3D-printed homes for affordable housing
Could 3D-printed homes provide affordable housing in Oklahoma? Rep. Mickey Dollens, D-Oklahoma City, thinks they could. "Oklahoma is facing an affordable housing crisis, exacerbated by rising construction costs, supply-chain disruptions, labor shortages and a demand that exceeds the available supply," Dollens said in proposing a House Interim Study, which was approved Wednesday. ...
Hobart daycare workers charged with child neglect, caught on camera
HOBART, OKLA (KOKH) — Two Hobart daycare employees were arrested for child neglect following an investigation by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). Pamela Siesser, 40, and Crystal Edmundson were arrested on charges of child neglect. According to OSBI, its department's assistance was requested on April 23, 2024,...
Power restored after suspected drunken driver crashes, causing power outage in west Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY — Power has been restored to residents on the west side of the Oklahoma City metro after a crash caused an overnight outage. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Police say an SUV knocked out a power pole around 2 a.m. on Thursday...
Former Kingfisher head football coach to face prosecution after all in child neglect case
KINGFISHER — The former head football coach at Kingfisher High School will face trial after all on a child neglect charge. Jeff Myers, 57, was charged in October in Kingfisher County District Court after a lengthy investigation that began when a former player filed a hazing lawsuit. He denies wrongdoing. ...
Will Rogers World Airport offers on-site TSA PreCheck enrollment
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — Oklahoma City travelers can now enroll in TSA PreCheck at Will Rogers World Airport. CLEAR, an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider, is now available on-site to speed up the airport security process. The service is available at CLEAR kiosks, located at the security level...
Bartlesville Schools Gets New Pom Coach
Bartlesville Public Schools will have a new Pom Coach for the 2024-2025 season. Gloria Castillo has been appointed to that position. A press release states that Castillo served as an assistant pom coach last year and that Castillo has a lot of experience and knowledge that will serve well in this role.
Report: Oklahoma State Baseball Adds Missouri Transfer Infielder Drew Culbertson
After another successful MLB Draft for Oklahoma State baseball, the Cowboys are retooling. Oklahoma State had eight players taken in last week’s MLB Draft, but the Cowboys thus far have done a fine job at recouping those losses via the portal. That continues this week, as the Cowboys have added Missouri transfer infielder Drew Culbertson, according to The O’Colly’s Daniel Allen. Only a freshman this past season, Culbertson will have three years of eligibility remaining.
New York Times: Oklahoma State Should Get Over Its Hurt Feelings and Schedule OU in Football
One of the most notable drawbacks of conference realignment is the loss of the traditional rivalries that make college football so unique and captivating compared to other sports. Try to imagine a world where games like Michigan vs. Ohio State, Oklahoma vs. Texas, or Alabama vs. Auburn don’t happen every...
High school football schedules for Arkansas, Oklahoma teams in Fort Smith area
The middle of the summer is here, which means high school football isn't far behind. Teams can begin practice for the 2024 Arkansas high school football season on Aug. 5, with first games scheduled for Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29-31. The regular season goes into early November, with the playoffs scheduled to begin Nov. 15. ...
Oklahoma Narcotics Agents Seize Marijuana Plants, Processsed Pot
Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics agents seized 106,062 marijuana plants and 1,120 pounds of processed marijuana from a growing operation in Ardmore. They made two arrests during the raid who were 34–year-old Wen Bin Huang and 37-year-old Wen Zhang Huang. They placed them in the Carter County Jail for Aggravated trafficking of illegal drugs. The investigation is continuing, and more arrests are possible.
OSUIT, Muscogee Nation celebrate GED graduates
The community recently celebrated the most class of graduates during the GED Graduation Ceremony held July 11 on the campus of OSUIT. The program, sponsored by Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology and Muscogee Nation Employment & Training Adult Learning Programs, provides a second chance for adults looking to obtain their degrees, and helping them join the workforce.
Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado Brace for Intense Heat Wave
Tulsa, OK – The south-central Plains are set to experience dangerously high temperatures during the first week of August, according to the Climate Prediction Center. The forecast indicates a high risk of excessive heat, with maximum air temperatures ranging from 100 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat index values could surpass 110 degrees, posing significant health risks to residents in Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, and Colorado.
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