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Enjoy the Cool Oklahoma Summer This Weekend, The 100s Are Returning
July has been unseasonally enjoyable this year in Oklahoma. While it started out very hot, it cooled off by Independence Day and the cool temps have lingered on. It hasn't been this cool of a summer since 2020, but as with everything in life, all good things must come to an end.
Will the Saharan Dust impact the chance of rain in Oklahoma this summer?
It's about to get really hot in Oklahoma again, and many are wondering, watching and hoping for rain. Experts, however, say we may be out of luck with one specific factor. Heading into August, one of Oklahoma's tickets to rain comes in the form of tropical systems that ride into the Gulf of Mexico and roll up through Texas and into the Sooner State. One thing the last couple of weeks and looking ahead, however, may get in the way of this ticket to rainfall: the Saharan Dust.
Local nonprofit says Oklahoma has 6th highest eviction rate in U.S.
OKLAHOMA CITY — According to Shelterwell, an Oklahoma City nonprofit, Oklahoma ranks in the top ten in the U.S. for evictions, a stat that was the focus of a meeting by the Oklahoma City Human Rights Commission Wednesday night. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here.
Washington County Health Department Back To School Bash
The back to school rush is on. Stores are stocked and dealing sales. As you’re checking off your kids’ back to school survival checklist you might think that you’re missing something…Oh right, vaccines!\. The Washington County Health Department (also serving Nowata County) is hosting a Back...
Oklahoma Doubleheader Features Home-State Stars at Arrowhead, Tulsa
CONCORD, NC (July 24, 2024) – Midget racing is headed for the “Sooner State” during the summer this year as the stars of the Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series presented by Toyota visit Oklahoma for a two-race event this Friday and Saturday night. The trip begins with a...
Midstream associations select top executive
Sarah Miller will replace Joel Moxley as the top executive for GPA Midstream Association and GPSA Midstream Suppliers when Moxley retires in September. “The GPA Midstream Executive Committee is excited to have someone with Sarah’s mix of skills, intellect and experience to lead the organization into its next chapter,” says GPA Midstream Chair Micheal Dunn, who is COO of The Williams Companies. “Her strategic vision for the organization and familiarity with the midstream business will serve member companies and help us all navigate the future of energy.”
$2 million approved to support Kirkpatrick Heights-Greenwood Master Plan
TULSA, Okla. — The Tulsa Development Authority (TDA) approved $2 million in funding to support of the creation of a community development corporation for the Kirkpatrick Heights-Greenwood Master Plan (KHGMP). An Advisory Committee and PartnerTulsa will work on behalf of the TDA to organize a 501(c)(3) Community Development Corporation...
Stillwater woman convicted of neglecting her three children
(Stillwater, Okla.) — A Payne County jury took only 90 minutes to convict a 27-year-old Stillwater woman of neglecting her three young children, who were found living in shockingly deplorable conditions in a feces-filled trailer where they lived with their mother, her husband, grandmother and multiple animals, according to trial testimony last week.
Business junior receives CREW Scholarship
University of Tulsa junior Tulsi Patel has been named one of 40 female college students selected to receive a CREW Network Foundation Grant for the 2024-25 academic year. This award includes $5,000 for tuition and books for undergraduates or $10,000 for graduate students, along with valuable network and career-building opportunities.
UTulsa alumna shares deep affection for science, education
Carrie Hall has a deep love for Tulsa. From her days attending The University of Tulsa (UTulsa) to encouraging UTulsa to apply for more grants, she believes in the university and the city. Hall graduated from UTulsa with bachelor’s degrees in biology and chemistry in 2006. She went on to...
Bartlesville woman charged with assault for 2nd time
A Bartlesville woman was back in Washington County Court on Thursday on charges of Domestic Abuse, just three months after facing the same charge. 24-year-old Terra Carter was arrested shortly after midnight on Thursday morning after court documents say that it is alleged that began pulling the hair of her cousin and began scratching him.
Chief Larsen targets officer recruitment to boost police presence in Tulsa
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Tulsa Police Department's new Chief of Police, Dennis Larsen was sworn in on Tuesday, after the ceremony he shared his plans for the department's future as he steps into this new role. During the ceremony, both former police chief, Wendell Franklin, and Mayor G.T. Bynum...
Oklahoma City restaurants set to vie for your vote in Vegan Chef Challenge
OKLAHOMA CITY — Several restaurants are set to take part in the second annual Oklahoma City Vegan Chef Challenge. >> Related Video Above: Air Fryer Tofu Is A Great Way To Go Meatless For Dinner. During the monthlong event that kicks off on Aug. 1, chefs from across the...
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