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Emergency services at Porter Avenue will move to Norman Regional HealthPlex
The Norman Regional Health System announced it will move its services on July 29 from 901 N. Porter Ave. Hospital to 3300 HealthPlex Parkway. The Porter Avenue location will now be called Porter Heath Village and will no longer provide emergency services, according to a press release. The Emergency Department...
Edmond Sam's Club launches new recycling unit free to the public
EDMOND, OKLA (KOKH) — The Sam's Club located at 1117 W I-35 Frontage Road in Edmond just launched a new Community Recycling Unit in partnership with Walmart. The free, self-service drop-off container provides a free recycling location that can accept materials that may not be accepted in local curbside bins.
Kiddie Farm In Bartlesville Offers Farm Fun For Kids, Parents
A farm created for kids is introducing agriculture at a young age. Kiddie Farm is an 80-acre property in Bartlesville. Kelly Zimmerman opened it to the public about four years ago and runs the farm with Col. Ken Suggs's help. "They can come out here, and they can ride the...
State closes Gum Springs School
—The Oklahoma State School Board of Education voted unanimously at a special meeting Tuesday to deny Gum Springs School accreditation, Sandy Garrett, state superintendent of schools, said. This means Gum Springs will face mandatory annexation, she said. Garrett said it wasn’t a happy time for the state board, “We don’t...
Norman to shift recycling operations to the city starting in August
NORMAN, OKLA (KOKH) — The City of Norman will be taking over recycling operations beginning Aug 1. According to the City of Norman, utility customers will experience savings due to the shift from a third-party contractor to a city service. There will be no changes to what can be...
Idabel Cross Country Preview – Presented by Guacamole Brothers Mexican Restaurant of Idabel
Idabel hire Jason Barker aims to revitalize Warriors’ cross country program. Idabel track & field head coach John Harjo, who also led the school’s cross country teams before this year, would have been — in his words — “an absolute idiot” to not step aside and allow Jason Barker to take over cross country.
Idabel’s Mackylan Dixon – Football Spotlight – Presented Jennifer Broades State Farm
Idabel High School football player Mackylan Dixon is a rising athlete both on and off the field due to his commitment to his craft and leadership qualities. The Idabel Warriors had an impressive run last season, making it to the Class 2A Oklahoma Football State Semi-Finals, and Mackylan is hoping to help them get back there this year. Mackylan’s journey in football began when he was just five years old. “The moment I stepped on that field, I fell in love with the game and now football is the only thing I ever think about,” he shared.
Economist Reacts To Olympic Events Coming To Oklahoma City
As the world prepares for the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, Oklahomans are anticipating their own Olympic future in 2028. Officials announced in June that Oklahoma City would host the Canoe Slalom and Softball events during LA28. Economist Steve Agee said basic economic principles have made the practice of spreading events to other cities more widely accepted.
Is Brandon Miller a Franchise Player, Would OKC Welcome Back Kevin Durant, and Sophomore Projections
Tate and KOC react to Brandon Miller’s progression, discuss whether he will become the next franchise star for the Charlotte Hornets, and talk about Memphis’s decision to double up on bigs with Zach Edey. Then, Tate and Tyler discuss the Thunder’s ascension, whether it’s championship or bust for OKC, and whether the team would welcome Kevin Durant back. Plus, Kyle Mann and Tate share their observations about the top summer league players and performances and which sophomores are ready to make the leap.
Outstanding Performances Highlight 2024 Boy’s All-State Wrestling Duals
The 2024 All-State Duals took place Wednesday night in the new and very impressive Broken Arrow Event Center with the Large West winning 37-30 and the Small East winning by a 34-21 score. In the All-State events, everyone, of course, would like to end their high school career with a...
Edmond couple found alive after 38 hours at sea
EDMOND, Okla. — An Edmond couple who went missing off the coast of Texas was found by the U.S. Coast Guard around midnight, and family and friends say it’s nothing short of a miracle. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Nathan and Kim Maker...
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