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OU's freshman class sets new records with class size and first-generation students
NORMAN, OKLA. (KOKH) — The University of Oklahoma welcomed its largest freshman class ever, making this the fourth consecutive record-breaking class. OU has seen a 20% increase over the last two years. The new class celebrated the annual Class Kickoff event at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Sunday night.
Gore, Webbers Falls compete at Weleetka Tournament
WELEETKA — The Gore Lady Pirates and the Webbers Falls Lady Warriors represented the area at last week’s rain-shortened Weleetka Tournament. The Lady Pirates went 1-1 for the first two days of the tournament before Saturday’s action was rained out. Gore edged tournament-host Weleetka 5-4 but lost 6-0 to Porum.
Central Lady Tigers get first win for new coach
New Central Lady Tigers softball coach Victor Pierce won’t go winless in his inaugural campaign. The Lady Tigers edged the Vian Lady Wolverines 5-4 on Friday afternoon in the Muldrow Softball Festival to claim the first win for Pierce as new coach and the first victory of the season for the Lady Tigers (1-3).
New season, new coach for Roland softball team
With the arrival of a new fast-pitch softball season will come a new coach for the Roland Lady Rangers as Alibis Ramos will take over the program for Mason Wiggins. Ramos, who was an assistant coach for Wiggins last fall, will inherit a team that went 9-18 in the fall of 2023.
Second White Coat Ceremony celebrates growing OSU nursing program
Media Contact: Christy Lang | Manager, Marketing and Communications | 405-744-9740 | christy.lang@okstate.edu. Oklahoma State University's nursing program celebrated the start of a new academic year on Friday, Aug. 16, with its second White Coat Ceremony, which recognized 85 students beginning the professional nursing program, the largest cohort yet for the growing department.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa to host pop icon Debbie Gibson for ‘Acoustic Youth’ tour
TULSA – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa will welcome pop sensation Debbie Gibson to the Hard Rock Live stage at 8 p.m., Dec. 28, as part of her “Acoustic Youth” tour. This intimate performance promises to showcase Gibson's timeless hits and new material in a stripped-down, acoustic setting. Tickets start at $29.50 and go on sale 10 a.m., Aug. 23.
Former Oklahoma State Wrestler Nick Piccininni to Compete on Dana White’s Contender Series
Former Oklahoma State wrestler Nick Piccininni could be a win away from a UFC contract. Piccininni will compete on Dana White’s Contender Series at 7 p.m. Tuesday on ESPN+. He was a late addition for the flyweight (125 pounds) bout, replacing Jose Ochoa to fight Jack Buffy. Although not...
Oklahoma State's offensive line depth cements the unit as the roster's heart and soul
Just one offseason after getting ravaged by the transfer portal, Oklahoma State flipped the script. First to pledge his return was starting center Joe Michalski, and then it was the pair of starting linemen Dalton Cooper and Cole Birmingham. After those three, the crux of an offensive line that allowed only 13 sacks in 2023-24, announced their intentions to return to the Cowboys for one final season, the rest followed suit.
Cherokee Nation To Celebrate National Holiday
TAHLEQUAH, OK – The Cherokee Nation will be celebrating the 72nd annual Cherokee National Holiday at the end of August, including longstanding cultural favorites, as well as new events such as a youth livestock show and the second annual two-night concert at One Fire Field. The Cherokee National Holiday typically draws more than 100,000 visitors from across the country. Main holiday activities will be held Aug. 30 through Sept. 1 in Tahlequah, the capital of the Cherokee Nation.
Must eats and places to stay during Cherokee National Holiday
TAHLEQUAH – When visiting Tahlequah to attend the Cherokee National Holiday, attendees might need a place to eat and rest their heads for a couple of nights. Tahlequah has several hotels and other accommodations available, along with plenty of restaurants. Call for reservations soon. They fill up quickly before Cherokee National Holiday.
Big Country Meat Market Announces Permanent Closure
Big Country Meat Market announced on Monday that it would be closing its doors permanently. Describing itself as an old fashioned butchery, meat market and slaughterhouse, Big Country Meat Market had been a staple in the Enid community for over fifty years, hosting and participating in numerous local programs. The...
RIVERSPORT to host 'Barbie' Floating Film this Saturday
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — This Saturday, RIVERSPORT will host a Floating Film featuring the movie "BARBIE" at the McClendon Whitewater Center. The evening will start at 6:30 p.m. with games, Big Water Grill specials, and a costume contest. The film will begin at 7 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to...
Remember When: Demand for Garth Brooks Tickets Led to a Tragic Lawsuit
In the summer of 1992, exorbitantly high demand for Garth Brooks tickets led to a tragic lawsuit between Dr. Homer D. Hardy Jr. and the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. The lawsuit might not have panned out in the plaintiff’s favor, but it served as a shocking testament to the ways in which ticket sale culture can affect an entire population, regardless of who is buying or selling.
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