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Are sister tornadoes real? What to know about twin weather phenomenon in 'Twisters'
Though some elements of "Twisters" are a little far-fetched, others are wholly rooted in science. In one scene of the summer blockbuster, the crew of storm chasers following a tornado see a second twister spawn from the same storm, leading one character to shout: "We've got twins!" ...
Feds give $124M to help replace bridge over Lake Texoma
OKLAHOMA CITY– A $124 million grant from the Federal government will allow Oklahoma to replace a bridge built in 1947 spanning Lake Texoma. The Oklahoma Department ofTransportation announced the funding from the Federal Highway Administration’s Bridge Investment Program will allow replace of the historic US-70 Roosevelt Memorial Bridge that connects Kingston and Durant in southeastern Oklahoma.
Lawton Goodwill reopens with new look after being closed for over a year
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Goodwill located on SW Lee Boulevard has finally opened it’s doors on July 23 after over a year of being closed. And the store was packed. It closed not too long after the infamous 2023 summer hail storm that damaged a lot of homes and vehicles in the area.
38 Prairie Dogs In Yukon Moved To Natural Habitat In Northwestern Oklahoma
The ultimate fate of a prairie dog colony in Yukon is now known. These wild animals have been a hot topic for years as new developments kept forcing them to migrate to the Northwest near Route 66. Last week, many people noticed cages at the location off of Sara Road, wondering what was happening.
Oklahoma Temperatures To Soar Back Into 100s
Oklahomans will want to enjoy these below average warm summer days while they can. The heat is about to crank back up in the Sooner State. Temperatures are expected to return to 100 degrees by next week. According to the National Weather Service in Norman, temperatures in Oklahoma will begin...
Wildfire Smoke from Pacific Northwest and Canada Impacting Oklahoma
It may be looking a little hazy in Oklahoma this week, and that's because smoke from wildfires in the Pacific Northwest and western Canada are impacting skies in the Sooner State. Areas of Oregon, Washington and California are currently experiencing massive wildfires. An article from the Associate Press stated that...
Merle Haggard Statue and Tribute Concert Coming To Oklahoma
A statue of the late country music legend Merle Haggard will be unveiled on October 10 followed by a tribute concert to the "Okie from Muskogee" The Merle Haggard Statue Committee has been working on the project for about 15 years. Executive Director of the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Tony Corbell dropped by the Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to talk about the concert and this historic event.
Whole Hawg Days Coming Back To Eufaula
The 40th annual Whole Hawg Days is coming to Eufaula this week. It kicks off on Thursday with a rodeo and arts and crafts festival. Jeanette Smith of the Eufaula Chamber of Commerce and Hambone joined News On 6 to tell us more and help us with some delicious-looking sliders.
People Saw ‘Twisters’ At Oklahoma Theater That Survived EF-5 Tornado
"Twisters" blew into Oklahoma movie theaters over the weekend. The action-packed movie that was filmed in Oklahoma was a blockbuster success in its first weekend with over $80 million garnered. As thousands of Oklahomans made their way to theaters this weekend, several saw the film at a movie theater that famously survived an EF-5 tornado.
Oklahoma landscapes and resilience shine in summer blockbuster 'Twisters'
Maira Gus, director of Visit Bartlesville, attended the Oklahoma premiere of "Twisters," the highly anticipated summer blockbuster, on Monday, June 15. The film, produced by Steven Spielberg and Universal Pictures and directed by Academy Award-winning director Lee Isaac Chung of "Minari," showcases Oklahoma's stunning landscapes, utilizing Osage County for various scenes. ...
Signatures submitted for measure that would raise Oklahoma’s minimum wage
Welcome to the Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day:. Signatures submitted for measure that would raise Oklahoma’s minimum wage. Two Democrats resign from Pennsylvania House, Democrats maintain majority despite numerical minority. A closer look at the Democratic...
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