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'Class Matters,' nonprofit helping underrepresented students in the community, receives donations
OKLAHOMA CITY — A few months ago, KOCO 5 told the story of Dr. Darron Lamkin and his non-profit, Class Matters, which helps underrepresented students in our community with a focus on STEM. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Since then, he’s received tens of...
Bartlesville Schools Gets New Pom Coach
Bartlesville Public Schools will have a new Pom Coach for the 2024-2025 season. Gloria Castillo has been appointed to that position. A press release states that Castillo served as an assistant pom coach last year and that Castillo has a lot of experience and knowledge that will serve well in this role.
OSUIT, Muscogee Nation celebrate GED graduates
The community recently celebrated the most class of graduates during the GED Graduation Ceremony held July 11 on the campus of OSUIT. The program, sponsored by Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology and Muscogee Nation Employment & Training Adult Learning Programs, provides a second chance for adults looking to obtain their degrees, and helping them join the workforce.
Thunder rookie Nikola Topic undergoes ACL surgery, will miss 2024-25 season
Thunder rookie Nikola Topic undergoes ACL surgery, will miss 2024-25 season Oklahoma City Thunder rookie guard Nikola Topic officially underwent surgery to repair his torn ACL, the team announced Wednesday. As expected, he plans to miss the entirety of the 2024-25 NBA season. “We’re going into that extremely optimistic with what it is that we’ve […] The post Thunder rookie Nikola Topic undergoes ACL surgery, will miss 2024-25 season appeared first on Vendetta Sports Media.
Metro Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Allegedly Lighting A Couple On Fire
A metro man who’s accused of dousing a couple in lighter fluid and setting them on fire is charged with their attempted murders. Initially charged with arson last week, reports show police arrested Michael Madison when he returned to the scene of the crime. Witnesses said Madison was identified...
City of Elgin welcomes addition of new firetruck to fire department
ELGIN, Okla. (KSWO) - The City of Elgin has a new firetruck and at $375,000, Engine 2 is now one of the largest firetrucks in Comanche County. 7News caught up with Elgin’s fire chief, Mike Baker, who says it will mostly be used in the county, as it has a massive 3,000-gallon tank that’s perfect for fighting fires when there are no hydrants nearby.
Residents want Norman city officials to engage in the controversial turnpike plan
NORMAN, Okla. — A Norman City Council member and a group organized against the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority are introducing a resolution for the city to say they don’t want a controversial turnpike to go through the city. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. People...
Tulsa Nationals Go On To Represent Oklahoma In Little League World Series
The Tulsa Nationals has recently won the title to represent Oklahoma in the Little League World Series. The team won against the Edmond Deer Creek on July 1, earning them a spot in the World Series. This year, the Tulsa Nationals are led by Head Coach Arrick Klugh, Coach Austin...
Man from Apache shoots dog, throws body in trash can, authorities say
APACHE CO., Okla. (KSWO) - A man from Apache is facing multiple charges after investigators accuse him of killing a dog while he was intoxicated. Aldon Ray Pointer faces five charges in total, including felony animal cruelty, carrying a firearm under the influence, and threatening to perform an act of violence.
FOX23 learns new details about man who allegedly shot, killed another man in Bartlesville
UPDATE (7/24/24 : 8:38 p.m.) — FOX23 has learned new details about Thomas Conway who allegedly shot and killed another man in Bartlesville at the beginning of the month.
Paul Finebaum thinks the Sooners are on their way back to the top
The toughest conference in college football only gets more difficult in 2024. The Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns officially became members of the SEC on July 1. The SEC has long been the sports’ strongest league and now adds two of college football’s top ten programs of all time. The Sooners and Longhorns join an already impressive list of teams that the Southeastern Conference has under its umbrella.
Norman City Council don't come to decision on whether to close homeless shelter
NORMAN, Okla. — Norman's only homeless shelter will remain open for now after the city council failed to reach a decision during Tuesday night's meeting. While the Norman City Council did not decide on the future of the homeless shelter, there was a discussion on a new site for a shelter at Griffin Memorial Hospital. That site, however, is not a quick fix.
Potential NBA Battle: OKC Thunder Face Memph…
The Oklahoma City Thunder are positioned as strong contenders for the upcoming season after key roster changes by Sam Presti, being touted as a top team in the West, next to the Boston Celtics. With a 57-win season securing the No. 1 seed recently, the Thunder are set to dominate the conference again. The addition of Isaiah Hartenstein and Alex Caruso strengthens their lineup for early wins in the season.
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