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The Oklahoman's Super 30: Checotah's Elijah Thomas' confidence, dedication led to OU
Checotah’s Elijah Thomas has known from a young age where he’s headed in life. That was never as evident as when he respectively declined a camp invite from Alabama, arguably the most prestigious college football program of all time, after receiving an offer to play football for the Crimson Tide. His family raised him in a town of just over 3,000 people two hours east of Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and are lifelong Sooners fans.
40th Annual Hawg Days of summer July 26-27
We’re approaching the Hawg Days of summer – those few hot days during the middle of the six weeks of Dog Days of summer (July 3 – Aug. 11) that Eufaula has claimed as its own. It will be hot and sultry, but folks don’t seem to...
Doctors Explain Oklahoma County Alert: Young Adults Face Silent Sleep-Related Heart Threat.
In this article, The Medical Experts @ The Health Standard, share their expert insights on the findings and provide Oklahoma residents with evidence-based recommendations for protecting their health.Why This Matters to YouA recent study adds to the evidence that there is a solid link between sleep apnea and cardiovascular diseases. However, the findings of this study highlight an issue that many young people tend to ignore. They feel that sleep apnea does not apply to them. This finding is crucial for Oklahoma County, Oklahoma residents because the findings continue to highlight the heart health benefits of early detection and treatment...
City worker dies after incident while mowing grass outside Del City Water Treatment Plant, police say
DEL CITY, Okla. — Police say a city worker died after an incident while mowing grass outside the Del City Treatment Water Plant on Thursday. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Police told KOCO 5 that they received a call around 11:10 a.m. about an...
We need to boost child outcomes. Investing in Oklahoma’s adult mental health system would help.
Oklahoma’s dismal child welfare ranking opens the door to a variety of social problems including mental illness, high incarceration rates and failing schools. The recently released 2024 Kids Count data showed that Oklahoma ranks 46th worst. But a recently proposed mental health settlement offers reason for hope, even though the “landmark settlement agreement” faces resistance […] The post We need to boost child outcomes. Investing in Oklahoma’s adult mental health system would help. appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Five Tribes Agree to Hunting and Fishing Reciprocity
Tribal members and citizens of the Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Muscogee Nation and very soon the Seminole Nation can utilize their tribal membership to enjoy hunting and fishing in participating tribes’ treaty territories. The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes announced the Five Tribe...
Unicorn World coming to OKC Convention Center
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Unicorn World is coming to Oklahoma City!. The “family-friendly magical wonderland” is coming to the Oklahoma City Convention Center July 20 and 21. To learn more or purchase tickets, visit theunicornworld.com.
Oklahoma Wildcatters Win on Opening Night of First-Ever PBR Camping World Team Series Homestand, Beating the Texas Rattlers by Three Ride Scores
OKLAHOMA CITY – As the 2024 PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Camping World Team Series launched Friday evening in Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma Wildcatters made their home debut inside Paycom Center in dominant form, knocking off the league’s reigning champion Texas Rattlers by three ride scores. “Those guys were...
Here’s What It’s Like to See Oklahoma Film ‘Twisters’ In 4DX
One of the standout lines from "Twisters" comes from Glen Powell's character, a loose-cannon tornado wrangler, that has a callback to his followers, "If you feel it, chase it." Most Oklahomans have felt what it's like to be near tornadic weather, and for some, it becomes an addiction, which is why we have storm chasers and films like "Twisters" in the first place.
Here Are The Oklahoma Drive-In Movie Theaters Showing ‘Twisters’
It's "Twisters" weekend in Oklahoma! A majority of Okies are making plans to be at the movie theaters this weekend. And one of the best places to see "Twisters" is a classic Oklahoma drive-in theater. "Twisters" may not be considered a sequel to "Twister," but like its predecessor, "Twisters" is...
Bixby schools update policies: New cell phone restrictions and Bible clarification
BIXBY, OKLA. (KTUL) — Bixby Public Schools is preparing for back-to-school season and there are some policy updates parents and students should be aware of. Beginning in August, the district will prohibit cell phones and other communication devices for students through ninth grade. High school students, grades 10-12, can...
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