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Shift in command: Retired admiral to take over embattled Oklahoma veterans department
The Oklahoma Veterans Commission announced Monday the selection of another retired admiral to head the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs, an agency embroiled in controversy since 2023. Retired Rear Adm. James (Jay) Bynum will assume his duties Aug. 1, succeeding retired Rear Adm. Greg Slavonic, who will be leaving after leading the veterans...
Senators say they weren't involved in prison contract negotiations despite DOC claim
Although Oklahoma Department of Corrections Director Steven Harpe told members of the corrections board last week that several state lawmakers were part of the team that helped negotiate a new contract with the GEO Group, at least two of those lawmakers said they had no knowledge of any meetings and were not involved in any negotiations with the GEO Group. ...
Young Oklahoman leaves behind a legacy of understanding, joy
If you think of a spokesperson, it’s hard not to hear a voice. After all, it’s right there in the word itself: spoke, the past tense of “to speak.” But every once in a while, there’s someone who becomes a spokesperson without ever saying a word. That was Sam Weyrich. ...
OG&E donates 1,800 fans to seniors and families with low income
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma Gas & Electric Company (OG&E) recently donated 1,800 electric fans to seniors and families with low income across its service area to help residents stay safe and cool during the hot summer months. Throughout May and June, OG&E volunteers handed out fans to residents in...
Two Injured in Mayes Co. Motorcycle Crash
A Colorado Man and a Vinita woman were injured in a motorcycle crash Tuesday afternoon at about 4:30pm on County Road S 4465, half a mile from County Road S 350 and about 1.5 miles north of Langley in Mayes County. OHP reports: a 2019 Harley Davidson Motorcycle driven by...
The Oklahoman’s Super 30: Owasso OL Ryker Haff's childhood led to Oklahoma State pledge
Orange and black were routine colors present throughout Ryker Haff’s childhood. Each morning, Haff began his day walking past a child-sized Oklahoma State jersey hanging proudly from his bedroom wall. Then he went to Boone Pickens Stadium on Saturdays. “I just loved the crowd energy there as a kid,”...
‘You're Really Ruining The Holiday For Other People Around You’: City Of Muskogee Cracking Down On Fireworks Violations
The City of Muskogee is cracking down on people shooting off fireworks this Fourth of July. The city council voted to implement new penalties for those who violate city ordinances for fireworks. The ordinances state you can't shoot off fireworks within 500 feet of a public building or church. You also can't shoot off fireworks at people or property.
Norman UTV Accident Claims Lives Of 2 Brothers, Ages 2 And 8 Months
A 2-year-old boy who was placed on life support following a UTV accident Sunday, died on Tuesday. “He's tough--the toughest kid I know. He’s hanging on but we just don’t know if it's enough,” said RJ’s uncle, Dylan Clark. RJ’s 8-month-old brother also died. Now their...
Tulsa Man Arrested, Accused Of Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses
A Tulsa man is out on bond after police say he received almost $1 million from fraudulent checks. Police say it all stemmed from one company getting an email about updated banking information for another company. Officers say the company found out that the email was hacked and the account...
Event raised $1K for children’s hospital
On Saturday, June 22, Bristow’s Walmart held a car show in its parking lot to raise money for The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis in Tulsa. The event also included additional attractions: an array of food trucks, first responders, a disc jockey playing music, goody giveaways, and the opportunity for children and adults to paint a Bristow police car.
Former Students Now Teach At Eisenhower International School
Eisenhower International School has two teachers this summer who attended Eisenhower themselves as kids. Now, they are full-time teachers who are giving back to their grade school. While many classrooms across Green Country are quiet during the summer months, Grace Elbon's room at Eisenhower is filled with sound--the sound of...
Man Arrested, Accused Of Robbing Sand Springs Gas Station Clerk
A Sand Springs gas station clerk says a man with a knife robbed him, then took off with cash and cigarettes. It happened Monday morning at the Sav A Trip near Highway 412 west of town. Surveillance video helped Sand Springs Police arrest James Matlock within 12 hours. Records show...
Tulsa Salvation Army Asking For Bottled Water Donations
The Salvation Army in Tulsa is asking for bottled water donations to help people in need keep cool this summer. Donations can be brought to the nonprofit's central command center near 11th and Sheridan. Volunteers have been passing out bottled water to the city's homeless population. The Salvation Army also...
Jordon Mallett Wraps Up Successful Stint at Tulsa Speedway with Brandon Anderson Motorsports
Jordon Mallett expressed gratitude for the opportunity to drive for Brandon Anderson Motorsports, showcasing strong performance with one win, three top fives, and seven top 10s in eight feature races at the ASCS National Tour doubleheader at Tulsa Speedway. Yes, But. Mallett faced challenges with a disappointing qualifying performance and...
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