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Oklahoma Schools Receive Fake Ryan Walters Packages
Mystery packages arrived at school districts across Oklahoma this week. Inside, nearly 100 pages of fake documents claimed to be from state Superintendent Ryan Walters. First reported by StateImpact Oklahoma, the strange packages were addressed to superintendents at various districts. It's unknown exactly how many received a copy. In the...
Alabama company recalls jerky because of lack of inspections
Hickory Hollow Jerky, a Eufaula, AL, establishment, is recalling 6,229 pounds of ready-to-eat jerky products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The beef jerky and bacon jerky products were produced on various dates...
Comanche Nation Casino Recognized as No. 1 Casino in Oklahoma
LAWTON, OK – Comanche Nation Casino has been recognized as the No. 1 Casino in the state at Oklahoman’s annual Community Choice Awards. The awards program recognizes destinations throughout Oklahoma that provide exceptional service and experiences to the community and guests. Award finalists were invited to an awards...
Oklahoma Republican lawmaker asks U.S. Dept. of Education to investigate OSDE
A Republican state lawmaker has formally requested the U.S. Department of Education investigate the Oklahoma State Department of Education for its handling of federal funds.
State Rep. Jason Lowe of Oklahoma conducts interim study on incarceration alternatives for juvenile offenders
Oklahoma City – State Representative Jason Lowe, D-Oklahoma City, held an interim study on the Youth Justice System to explore the rehabilitative nature of the juvenile justice system and how alternatives to incarceration can be utilized and implemented. “I am very excited to hear the stories of family members...
NOC Enid to Host Planetarium Show
NOC Enid is hosting its monthly Planetarium Show on Sep. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Mackie Planetarium. These shows are held on the first Thursday of every month and aim to teach the public about space. Planetarium Director Fritz Osell will show the night sky over Enid and show...
Oklahoma woman arrested for shoplifting after lookout husband ‘fell asleep’ on the job
The woman was apprehended trying to steal over $1,000 worth of merchandise from a Nordstrom Rack. Her husband, who was supposed to warn her if police arrived, was outside asleep.
Safety Guidelines Emphasized As Zink Lake Welcomes Visitors On Opening Day
Tulsa's new Zink Lake and Wave Park is opening today for people looking to spend some time on the water. Everything from kayaking and canoeing to surfing and tube floating will be available. Tulsa's River Parks Authority anticipates thousands of people will show up for the Big Dam Party to...
Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative seeks rate hike to keep service 'safe and reliable'
Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative is based in Vinita and serves more than 38,000 electric customers in the northeast corner of the state, according to its website. If the Oklahoma Corporation Commission approves the utility’s request, electric rates would increase by nearly 5%, boosting the cooperative’s annual revenue by about $4.5 million.
How to watch the Temple vs. Oklahoma NCAA college football game today
CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. The Temple Owls face the Oklahoma Sooners today for the teams' 2024 NCAA college football season debut. The Owls and the Sooners have not squared off since 1942. The all-time series is tied 1-1.Keep reading to find out how and when to watch the Temple Owls vs. Oklahoma Sooners game today, even if you don't have cable.How and when to watch the Temple vs. Oklahoma game todayThe Temple...
Claremore end of tornado debris cleanup
CLAREMORE, Okla. — The City of Claremore is still clearing debris months after being hit by a devastating tornado. Huge brush piles of debris gathered from District 3 in Claremore sit, as city officials continue the cleanup efforts from the tornado that hit the city in May. “Most developments...
Muskogee police release body cam footage of officer-involved shooting
MUSKOGEE, OKLA. (KTUL) — Muskogee Police released body cam video of a traffic stop that led to an officer-involved shooting. An officer initiated a traffic stop on a white pickup with four people inside Monday night, Aug. 26, nearNoth York Street and North Street. The truck was pulled over...
Black Diamonds kick off season tonight at home vs. Pryor
The wait is over for the Sallisaw Black Diamonds football team as the 2024 season finally has arrived. The Black Diamonds will get the new season underway against the Pryor Tigers at 7 tonight at Perry F. Lattimore Stadium. “Everybody is excited,” Sallisaw coach Brandon Tyler said. “I think we’re...
Cherokee Nation’s New Treatment Center Will Soon Build Hope and Healing
Opioids and other addictive substances have taken a heavy toll on Cherokee families and communities. The crisis is made even more difficult when we must send citizens far from the Cherokee Nation Reservation to receive desperately needed care. That’s about to change. Cherokee Nation recently broke ground on a...
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