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Ryan Walters responds to Oklahoma teacher's controversial Trump comment, calls for firing
An Ardmore teacher is under fire after Libs of TikTok reposted a comment made on social media about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Earlier this week, according to the Libs of TikTok post on X (formerly Twitter), the teacher replied to a Facebook post commenting on the unsuccessful assassination attempt, saying "Wish they had a better scope.”
Arkansas AG approves language for two 2026 ballot initiatives
Supporters of measures addressing government transparency and eliminating the sales tax on feminine hygiene products can begin collecting signatures for the 2026 ballot following the Arkansas attorney general’s approval of their proposals Thursday. Groups behind both ballot initiatives refiled their proposals with the attorney general’s office last week for the 2026 ballot after failing to […] The post Arkansas AG approves language for two 2026 ballot initiatives appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Oklahoma narcotics bureau seizes over 36,000 marijuana plants in Tyrone raid
TYRONE, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN) seized 36,591 marijuana plants from a cannabis grow on July 18 in Tyrone. According to OBN, the search warrant of Boomer Buds Cannabis Company LLC was part of an ongoing investigation into marijuana trafficking. In addition to the 36,591...
Lawton, Oklahoma’s Walmart Among The First To Get New Restaurant
Some of Oklahoma's Walmarts are on the list for a new addition. After years of going without a sit, stay and pay place, a new restaurant is moving in. Mr. Gatti's Pizza, based out of Fort Worth, just partnered with Walmart to open 92 new locations in 4 different states in the U.S. and Oklahoma is one of them.
Cherokee Nation Honors Three Veterans in July
TAHLEQUAH, Oklahoma ~ The Cherokee Nation honored three veterans with the Medal of Patriotism during the July meeting of the Council of the Cherokee Nation. Larry R. Richardson Sr. of Claremore; Clarence Wesley “Sonny” DeGraw of Jenks; and Michael William Smith of Sallisaw were recognized by Deputy Principal Chief Bryan Warner and Secretary of Veterans Affairs S. Joe Crittenden for their service and sacrifice to the country.
Sallisaw football player ending prep career in All-State Game
Sallisaw Black Diamonds senior football player Cole Stephens will end his prep career in the 2024 Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State Football Game next Friday night at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee. In his senior year alone, he rushed for 1,040 yards and 16 touchdowns, while catching 12 passes for 115...
QuikTrip on 11th Street near University of Tulsa to close
QuikTrip is closing one of its locations along Route 66. The QT at 3008 E. 11th Street, across from the University of Tulsa campus, will be shutting its doors at the end of the month. That’s according to employees who would not speak on the record. A spokesperson for...
OKC Homelessness Outreach Teams Helping People Seeking Shelter In Storm Drains
Oklahoma City first responders have noticed people seeking shelter in storm drains. Earlier this week, OKC firefighters rescued a woman from a flooded drain. People will seek shelter in storm drains because they provide security. However, city homeless leaders work daily to give these people another option. Unlikely places can...
‘They Love Doing It’: Bartlesville Sisters Heading To World Championships In Indonesia For MMA Fighting
Two Bartlesville sisters are heading to the world championships for Mixed Martial Arts fighting this December in Indonesia. Ten-year-old Alaina Stout and nine-year-old Jasmine Stout are hoping to take home the gold. News On 6 first introduced you to Alaina and Jasmine Stout last year when they qualified for the...
Clayton Kershaw allows 3 runs in 4 innings in Triple-A rehab start
LOS ANGELES — Clayton Kershaw pitched four innings in his second rehab start for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday night and allowed three runs. Now the question is whether the left-hander’s next start will be in the minors or at Dodger Stadium. Kershaw allowed three runs on six...
Legendary quarterback Peyton Manning coming to Norman for Tennessee game
One of the most anticipated games on the 2024 schedule for the Oklahoma Sooners comes on September 21. It’s the first conference game in the SEC for OU and one of the most storied programs in college football comes to town. The Tennessee Volunteers will be in Norman, and one of their most famous alums will aparanetly be there as well.
One brings home title after Drill Sergeant competition ends on Fort Sill
FORT SILL, Okla. (KSWO) - Friday, July 19, saw the conclusion of a Drill Sergeant competition on Fort Sill. From fitness tests, obstacle courses and a ruck, the competition pitted Drill Sergeants against each other to figure out who’s the best of the best. At the end, Staff Sergeant...
Bixby Public Schools to maintain curriculum amid statewide changes
In his message, Superintendent Miller stated “The district agrees with Mr. Walters on the importance of studying the role of religion in historical and cultural contexts. However, we also maintain that teaching any specific religious doctrine or ideology is not part of the current state standards.”
Tickets on sale now for Cherokee musical featuring Academy Award-recipient Wes Studi
TULSA – “Nanyehi – The Story of Nancy Ward,” featuring Academy Award-recipient Wes Studi, makes its return Oct. 11-12 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa. Studi is set to play the principal role of Attakullakulla, Nanyehi’s uncle. As a direct descendant of Nanyehi, Studi has been very vocal about his participation in the production.
Rising Oklahoma high school football player forced to miss Elite 11 camp due to global IT outage
OKLAHOMA CITY — A rising Oklahoma high school football player was forced to miss his trip to a prestigious quarterback camp after a global technology outage caused travel delays and cancellations at Will Rogers World Airport on Friday. Hundreds of people at the Oklahoma City airport had to make...
Yes, it's happening: Multi-million dollar film studio coming to Bartlesville
After almost a year of delay, Buffalo Roam Studio will take ownership of one of Bartlesville's historic sites and transform it entirely. In October of last year, the Bartlesville City Council unanimously approved $2 million in city investments and other measures, paving the way to repurpose the former First Christian Church into a "cutting-edge" film studio and film school.
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