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Muldrow golfer gets call to join All-State Team
It looked as if Muldrow Lady Bulldogs senior golfer Claire Tabor’s high school career ended at last May’s Class 4A State Tournament. Then, she got perhaps the most important call to date earlier this month. Due to a member of the Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State Girls East Golf...
At least eight large Oklahoma school districts rebuke Ryan Walters' order to teach Bible
Less than a month before Oklahoma school districts begin classes, state schools Superintendent Ryan Walters on Wednesday issued guidance for how they might incorporate his directive, issued in late June, that the Bible be taught in every classroom. “Immediate and complete implementation of these guidelines for the 2024-2025 school year is required,” Walters...
Dozens of Oklahoma counties are missing out on mental health and diversion grants. Why?
Millions of dollars are flowing across Oklahoma to bolster community-based diversion and treatment programs, but most counties have not applied for a share of the money. Thirty-six of Oklahoma’s 77 counties submitted grant applications for funds from the County Community Safety Investment Fund as of July 10, according to the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. The deadline to submit grant applications was June 30. ...
Oklahoma Is Now Building Texas Style Highways Across the State
It's no secret that Oklahoma and the Lone Star State share somewhat of a sibling rivalry type of relationship. Whether it be sports, attractions, riverwalks, or roads, it always boils down to competition. The Sooner State has been on an infrastructure kick for the last twenty years, ever since the...
Henyretta man pleads guilty to felony drug charge
HENRYETTA, Okla. — The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced Damon Lee West of Henryetta pleaded guilty to one count of distributing methamphetamine. On Sept. 20, 2023, West allegedly intentionally distributed 27.92 grams of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine,...
Owasso Hardware Store Cat On The Mend After Workplace Injury
A beloved hardware store employee was hurt on the job two weeks ago. At the Cornerstone Ace Hardware, general manager Katie Davidson seems to know most of the shoppers who walk into the store. "We see the same faces every day, every single day," she said. Since it's the same...
Tulsa Nationals Go On To Represent Oklahoma In Little League World Series
The Tulsa Nationals has recently won the title to represent Oklahoma in the Little League World Series. The team won against the Edmond Deer Creek on July 1, earning them a spot in the World Series. This year, the Tulsa Nationals are led by Head Coach Arrick Klugh, Coach Austin...
Former Manager of Family Crisis and Counseling Sentenced to Prison
The former manager of Family Crisis and Counseling Center in Bartlesville was sentenced to federal prison on Wednesday for bank fraud and tax evasion. 69-year-old Deanna Rachel Long will serve 12 months and one day in prison followed by three years of supervised release. She will also be required to pay nearly $280,000 in restitution and more than $96,000 to the IRS.
Social Security announces transition to authentication services
On Tuesday, the Social Security Administration announced that customers who created an online account before September 18, 2021, will soon be required to transition to a Login.gov account to continue access to their online services.
Elgin mayor takes mower to city’s overgrown alleyways
ELGIN, Okla. (KSWO) - Elgin’s mayor hit the streets Wednesday to do some community landscaping. Mayor JJ Francais, on a riding mower, trimmed down several overgrown alleyways in Elgin. In addition to this, the mayor says keeping the grass cut can prove vital, especially when it comes to warding...
Miami police chief placed on administrative leave pending investigation
MIAMI, Okla. — The City of Miami has placed its police chief on administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation. City Manager Tyler Cline issued a statement on social media today announcing Chief Thomas Anderson has been accused of official misconduct. The city is saying very little at...
Community Conversations: Leadership Lawton-Fort Sill Class 34
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Leadership Lawton Fort Sill is looking for applicants and they’re extending the deadline to apply until July 31. Joe Elkins and Daniel Pae, members of Leadership Lawton-Fort Sill’s board of directors, came by the studio and told us what applicants can expect if they join.
Oklahoma State gets former Missouri shortstop Drew Culbertson in the portal
Even after the MLB Draft, Oklahoma State head coach Josh Holliday isn’t done reeling in reinforcements for his team with sights on the 2025 season. Earlier this week, OSU garnered a commitment from former Missouri shortstop Drew Culbertson out of the transfer portal. Although Culbertson hasn’t publicly announced his pledge to OSU, a source close to the program has confirmed to The O’Colly of Culbertson’s commitment. He also added “OSU Baseball” to his social media bio on Instagram.
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