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Oklahoma baseball adds JUCO catcher/utility man Jeffrey Martz
The Sooners continue a big month of adding pieces in the transfer portal. Oklahoma gained a commitment from the junior college ranks on Saturday, as catcher/utility man Jeffrey Martz announced he would be heading to Norman to join the Sooners for the 2025 season. "Excited for this opportunity to play...
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.
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.
Historic downtown Oklahoma City building purchased, will be turned into housing
More upscale housing is headed for downtown Oklahoma City with Gardner Tanenbaum's purchase of Robinson Renaissance, vintage twin office towers at 119 N Robinson Ave., from the Commissioners of the Land Office state agency. Gardner Tanenbaum paid $10.25 million at auction for the 12-story, 174,140-square-foot, U-shaped office building, built in 1927. The Land...
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.
Current, former ESPN analyst warn don't sleep on OU, Sooner or later
From the moment official word came out that Oklahoma and Texas were leaving the Big 12 to join the Southeastern Conference, the public reaction was mixed. Some fans and college football experts were ready to christen the SEC as the ultimate superconference in the conference realignment era with the addition of two of the sport's superpowers. Others, however, were quick to turn to the idiom expression, "Be careful what you wish for."
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.
Oklahoma football 2024 fall camp position preview: Special teams
Fall camp is around the corner, and Oklahoma's inaugural SEC season is set to kick off in less than six weeks. As the first day of preseason practice approaches, it's time to take a closer look at each position group for the Sooners and where things stand for each unit entering Year 3 under head coach Brent Venables. The 11-part series continues with an examination of Oklahoma's safeties.
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...
Benefits planned for beloved retired ECHS teacher
Debbie Sisemore is currently battling stage 3 cancer. “Debbie was refusing a benefit because it is her nature not to put others out,” explained former student and long-time friend Jessica Nunez. “She didn’t want others to have to spend time organizing it, but that is just how Debbie is. She is always doing for others, but doesn’t want others to be put out helping her. She isn’t going to be able to work for at least two months as she goes through chemo, so I decided that we were doing this. I knew a lot of people in Elk City would be jumping to help her. Everybody loves Debbie.”
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.
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