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'Where else could we go?': Bacone College alumni, staff discuss historic college's past and future
Johnnie Diacon remembers his college days with nostalgia. “I’ve got so many Bacone stories to tell,” the Muscogee, Thlopthlocco Tribal Town and Deer Clan citizen said. “After I got there, it just became real dear to my heart.”. Bacone College, known historically as “Indian University,” opened in...
International Drum Corps Competition Takes Over Broken Arrow High School
People from all over the country were in Broken Arrow to perform in the annual Drums of Summer Drum Corps competition. After hours of making sure they hit every note and got every step on point, the Ohio Bluecoats were ready to compete in the Drum Corps International Drums of Summer.
Marietta secures grant to repair inoperable tornado sirens
MARIETTA, Okla. (KXII) - Marietta city administrator Scott Chaney says a $50,000 emergency grant with the Southern Oklahoma Development Association has been approved to repair Marietta’s tornado sirens. “Right now I just sent in the paperwork to OmniWarn out of Yukon, Oklahoma who is going to be taking care...
New Details Emerge In Investigation Of Grady County Mother's Death
More details are coming out about what may have led up to the murder of a Grady County wife and mother. Investigators say Holly Miller was found dead inside her Chickasha home on July 8. An affidavit for a search warrant reveals more about what happened that day as Miller’s daughter files a protective order against her mother’s husband.
Marlow woman convicted of 2nd degree murder appears in court for sentencing hearing
STEPHENS CO., Okla. (KSWO) - The Marlow woman convicted of second degree murder and more than 100 counts of animal cruelty appeared in court Tuesday, July 16, for a sentencing hearing. Karen Pritchard was found guilty on all counts in early May. In 2021, police found the body of Pritchard’s...
Bartlesville HS Alum Drafted by Twins
A former Bartlesville High Bruin had his name called during the 2024 MLB Draft. Right-handed pitcher Jakob Hall was selected in the eighth round of the draft by the Minnesota Twins, out of Oral Roberts University. Hall was the leader of the ORU pitching staff the past two seasons, emerging...
The Tulsa Drillers are bringing Bluey to ONEOK Field!
The Tulsa Drillers are ending their season with a very special guest visiting ONEOK Field for Fan Appreciation Night on Sunday, September 8: Bluey!. Fans can meet their favorite character, Bluey, and take photos throughout the game with fireworks bringing the night to a close!. If you want to skip...
The Oklahoman's Super 30: Douglass WR Jaden Nickens has shown 'dog mentality' with Trojans
Douglass High School football coach Damon Turner recently struggled to answer a question from a coaching buddy. Is Jaden Nickens, the Trojans’ new star receiver, better than Talyn Shettron, another dynamic receiver Turner coached at Edmond Santa Fe? ...
State Seeks Dismissal of Lawsuit Alleging Inhumane Conditions at Hinton Prison
Seven state prisoners suing the Oklahoma Department of Corrections over their prolonged confinement in small shower stalls have not exhausted the agency’s grievance process and should have their lawsuit dismissed, two state attorneys wrote in a federal court filing last week. The 1996 Prison Litigation Reform Act requires incarcerated...
Nick Saban heaps praise on the Oklahoma Sooners
Day 1 of 4 at SEC media days in Dallas featured plenty of influential figures in the conference making their opinions known. One of the biggest voices in SEC country had high praise for the Oklahoma Sooners and their head coach. Former LSU and Alabama head coach Nick Saban complimented...
Jail bookings July 3-15
The following information is provided by the Kay County Detention Center. Those booked in the county jail July 3-15 include:. Hope Gail Adkins, 24, conspiracy, felony check charges. Whitney Elaine Arkeketa, 35, Ponca City, BIA hold. Hayley Dean Baum, 27, Winfield, Kan., stolen property charge. Weston Mitchell Barrett, 33, Duncan,...
Jordan’s Way to host fundraiser for Tucumcari animal rescue
TUCUMCARI, N.M. (KFDA) - Jordan’s Way will host a fundraiser Thursday to benefit a Tucumcari animal rescue. Organizers say Jordan’s Way will host the fundraiser to raise awareness for Paws and Claws Animal Rescue of Quay County. The event will feature challenges for volunteers and community members. Jordan’s...
Update: Man dies in head-on crash on I-40 and Eastern, Amarillo police report
The Amarillo Police Department (APD) said a man driving down the wrong way of the interstate died when his vehicle crashed head-on into a semi on Interstate 40 and Eastern early Wednesday. At about 2:40 a.m. July 17, Amarillo officers were sent to the 4400 block of East I-40 on a reported head-on collision involving a vehicle and semi, APD said. ...
Be Aware: In Texas It’s Not The Heat…
It's sweaty weather in Texas. Bundle up in your lightest weight, white t-shirt and be prepared to sweat anyway. If you are in Texas this time of year without air conditioning, it is comparable to being in Antarctica without a heater. We perspire so we don't expire, but when is enough enough?
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