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Oklahoma awarded $124 million federal grant to replace Lake Texoma bridge
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is going to replace the US-70 Roosevelt Bridge across Lake Texoma using the largest federal grant in the agency’s history. The White House announced this week the project is approved for $124 million through the Federal Highway Administration’s Bridge Investment Program. The grant will pay for replacement of the bridge, which opened in 1945 and connected Kingston and Durant in southeastern Oklahoma.
How 'Twisters' Will Impact The Film Industry In Oklahoma
'Twisters,' the sequel to the 1996 movie 'Twister' premieres Friday to worldwide audiences. The 2024 movie stars Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar Jones, who are storm chasers following a swarm of tornadoes in Oklahoma. Both movies were filmed in Oklahoma, with the sequel utilizing many locations in downtown Oklahoma City,...
Ryan Walters responds to Oklahoma teacher's controversial Trump comment, calls for firing
An Ardmore teacher is under fire after Libs of TikTok reposted a comment made on social media about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Earlier this week, according to the Libs of TikTok post on X (formerly Twitter), the teacher replied to a Facebook post commenting on the unsuccessful assassination attempt, saying "Wish they had a better scope.”
Serial mail thieves sentenced after robbing USPS carriers and stealing over $500K
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — In March of 2023, we reported on an armed robbery of a USPS mail carrier in Stillwater. A month later, on April 17, 2023, the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) Inspectors tracked and observed an individual unlocking mailboxes with a stolen "Arrow Key," removing U.S. mail, and placing the mail in a trash bag in Edmond before attempting to get away.
Lankford’s Dropped Ball Enabled Trump Shooter
The headline certainly sounds like a wild accusation or a conspiracy theory. It’s neither. The Tulsa area has more space related technological expertise than most of us imagine. Tulsa, in union with Indian nations, also has a wealth of federal contracting capabilities greater than most areas of the United States outside of Washington, D.C.
Weekend Events: Porter Peach Festival, 'Twisters' In Theaters, And More
The weekend is finally here. Six In The Morning Weekend Anchor Kristen Weaver joins us to share all the fun and exciting things happening across Green Country. The Porter Peach Festival is happening this weekend. The Festival has already kicked off, but there is still plenty to do from concerts,...
Trio of Oklahoma Sooners earn All-SEC preseason honors
It’s been a banner week for the Oklahoma Sooners as they took part in their first Media Day festivities as official members of the SEC. SEC Media Days were held in Dallas, Texas, where the Sooners are quite familiar as they recruit the DFW area well but also play their biggest rival in the city. Brent Venables was accompanied by his two defensive leaders and the former five-star quarterback they recruited specifically to lead them into this new era of football. While the Media Days were a fun experience, the Sooners are now eagerly looking forward to fall camp, which is less than...
Norman Music Institute Shares Details Of Upcoming Seminar Featuring Well-Known Drummer On The Porch
Norman Music Institute is hosting a free drum seminar on Friday night with a high-profile drummer. Dean Brown, the owner of Norman Music Institute, said Gregg Bissonette, the drummer for Ringo Starr and other musicians, will teach the seminar and share insight into the music business. Brown said the seminar...
The Heart of Perry Wrestling: Honoring Leonard ‘Shorty’ Shelton
Oklahoma high school wrestling lost a coaching legend last week, but Leonard “Shorty” Shelton had an even bigger impact off the mat in the small town of Perry. Shelton led powerhouse Perry High School to 10 state championships and coached 41 individual gold medalists during a brief – though stunningly successful – 11-year stint as head coach (1970-79, 1995).
Cherokee Nation applies to Build New Casino Near Bartlesville
The Cherokee Nation is expanding its casino footprint as they apply to build another new casino near Bartlesville. Cherokee Nation applied to build a new casino on US-75 south of the Bartlesville city limits. The location is only a few miles from the Osage Casino, which opened less than a year ago. Construction on the project would begin in June 2025.
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.
ESPN drops new "SEC on ABC" graphics package
SEC media days in Dallas have wrapped, with all sixteen teams taking the podium one by one to talk about their programs. The Oklahoma Sooners spoke on Tuesday, as head coach Brent Venables, quarterback Jackson Arnold, linebacker Danny Stutsman and safety Billy Bowman represented the team well in Big D.
Altus residents voice sewer drainage trap concerns
ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - Several community members in Altus approached the city recently to voice their complaints about a hazardous sewer drainage trap. The drainage trap had a large hole in it, which posed an issue for a multitude of different reasons. It’s located on the west side of the city, near the corner of Joy and Frisco streets.
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