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Oklahoma City nonprofit gives out dozens of suits to those in need
OKLAHOMA CITY — On Saturday, Custom Suits and Life Skills gave suits to those in need of a helping hand. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The Oklahoma City-based nonprofit partnered with Perry Publishing & Broadcasting to give back to those who might be struggling financially, experiencing homelessness or who were previously incarcerated.
Purcell Animal Shelter updates procedures for accepting animals
PURCELL, OKLA (KOKH) — The Purcell Animal Shelter sent out a notice to Purcell about new procedures about their abandonment policy and accepting animals. According to Purcell Animal Shelter, the number of dogs coming from outside city limits has been overwhelming, leading to the shelter prioritizing resources within city limits.
El Reno businesses reflect on impact of ‘Twisters’
EL RENO – With the release of the new “Twisters” movie, downtown El Reno business owners are hopeful it will attract new customers after closing their shops to allow film crews to use their spaces. Scenes filmed in the downtown area in the summer of 2023 forced...
Stoppin’ Steers at the Hackamore Classic
Our Mars Hackamore Classic event coverage is proudly brought to you by Bimeda, makers of Equimax and Polyglycan. The 2024 Mars Hackamore Classic continues to pick up steam as we head into the weekend. Friday, July 26th, following the World’s Greatest Non Pro Steer Stopping, contestants entered up for a Steer Stopping Jackpot. The steer stopping is also part of the World’s Greatest Non Pro, being held at the Mars Hackamore Classic, and sponsored by Bimeda.
Former Senator On 2028 Olympics Events In Oklahoma City
We're still learning just how Oklahoma City landed the honor of becoming a host site for the 2028 summer Olympics. We know that, as this deal was gaining momentum a few years ago, Casey Wasserman, the head of LA-28, the organizing entity for the games, solicited the help of a DC lobbying firm with a strong Oklahoma connection.
Alumni reunite to celebrate the legacy of Douglass High School
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - Douglass High School opened in Ardmore in 1919 during segregation. It was more than just a school. For many, it was a cornerstone of the African American community. “To come together and recognize our joint heritage, and what we have accomplished not only as Douglass High...
Dennis Furr, longtime Oklahoma high school softball coach, dies at 49
Longtime Oklahoma high school softball coach Dennis Furr died Friday morning surrounded by his family and friends after a battle with cancer. He was 49. Furr's coaching career spanned nearly 20 years as a head coach, with experience at both the high school and college level. He appeared in the state championship game nine times at the high school level and won six fastpitch state titles. ...
Prairie dogs moved to safe haven
The prairie dog colony is just five feet from a gravel road south of a car wash. A prairie dog chirped loudly. His hole in the ground was not far from State Highway 66. So far, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation has relocated 38 prairie dogs from the Yukon area to a new home in northwest Oklahoma.
Pawhuska's Streetscape project contract approved
After almost a decade and a half, Pawhuska city government is perhaps just weeks away from the beginning of actual work on a downtown beautification effort known as the Streetscape project. The preparation for the project dates back to 2010, when city government applied for a state Department of Transportation...
Oklahoma Dog Goes On First Walk After Spending Her Life In A Shelter
After spending the first year of her life within the confines of an animal shelter, a “loving and sweet” dog named Daphne finally experienced her very first walk. The black Labrador mix was just a puppy when she and her siblings were found roaming Seminole, Oklahoma, in early 2023. They were all taken to the Seminole Humane Society where Daphne’s good luck took a turn.
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