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If You Like Whiskey, This Fest Is For You This Weekend
Raise a Glass to the Biggest Whiskey Event in OKC! Calling all Oklahoma whiskey aficionados! Get ready for the 2024 OKC Whiskey Fest, the largest and most spirited event of its kind in the entire city! Mark your calendars for August 17th, 2024 from 6-9 PM at the historic HARN Homestead (1721 N. Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105).
New energy audit program available to some Stillwater residents
A new audit program for Stillwater's residents will help them conserve energy. The free Home Energy Audit pilot program is available to Stillwater Electric Utility customers who have houses that are at least 10 years old. The program will give customers tips to conserve energy and improve their houses' efficiency.
New Ada housing option for Chickasaw vets
ADA, Okla. (KTEN) — The Chickasaw Nation unveiled a series of homes, named “Tashka Inchokka', a complex for Chickasaw citizens, who have served our country. Navy veteran William Wright served from 1981-1985, spending a lot of time overseas. "I served in Okinawa, not the war, but I was...
‘Have you seen that guy?’: Inside OU defensive end Adepoju Adebawore’s offseason transformation
The August sun beamed down on Adepoju Adebawore’s 6-foot-4 frame as he stood on Oklahoma’s rugby field, a place that had become both a proving ground and a sanctuary for the sophomore defensive end. Here, everything felt different. Adebawore had faced the brutal training of OU’s fall camp...
Cherokee Nation hosting Job Fair Expo in Pryor for child care
PRYOR, Okla. — Cherokee Nation hosted a job fair expo for those interested in various jobs coming soon for 3 new childcare centers that will be located in Pryor, Catoosa, and Sallisaw. "Cherokee Nation Head Start and Child Development Centers are vital to the future of Cherokee children," Principal...
Tulsa Contractor Charged with Felony Embezzlement
A Tulsa-area contractor faces 17 counts of felony embezzlement following an investigation by the Oklahoma Attorney General's Office. The Oklahoma Consumer Protection Unit filed charges on Monday against Todd Douglas Briggs who operated T. Briggs Construction and Oasis Pools ans Outdoor Living. Briggs is accused of taking more than $1.2 million from 17 customers for home or pool construction that he never completed or for which he never paid sub-contractors.
White named Banner School superintendent
EL RENO – James White, the former Piedmont Public Schools’ superintendent, has taken over the top post at Banner Schools. White in July became the new superintendent at Banner School, 2455 N Banner Road west of Yukon. He succeeded Jamie Burtner. White most recently was an assistant superintendent...
West Chester Native, Former Eagles Owner Buys Full City Block in Miami
Former Eagles owner Norman Braman, the billionaire car dealer who spent his early years in West Chester, now owns an entire block in Miami. Former Eagles owner Norman Braman, the billionaire car dealer who spent his early years in West Chester before moving to Cobbs Creek, now owns an entire block in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, writes Brian Bandell for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Alva High School to play host to first Northwest Oklahoma Concert Series Event of 2024-2025
Helen Welch, internationally acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, producer and band-leader, will be performing at Alva High School on Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. as part of the annual Northwest Oklahoma Concert Series. The first Northwest Oklahoma Concert Series of the 2024 – 2025 season, “Helen Welch: The First Ladies of Song,”...
'I'm Staying Out Of It:' Tulsa Mayor Chooses Not To Endorse Any Candidates In Mayoral Race
Mayor Bynum joined News On 6 at 9 with LeAnne Taylor and Dave Davis to discuss the upcoming mayoral election and the Oaklawn Graves excavation. Dave: We're about two weeks away until voters in Tulsa decide who will be the next mayor. You've served in this role for eight years. Are you endorsing anyone for the position?
Latest on OSU’s Ollie Gordon injury rumors
OKLAHOMA CITY — As rumors swirl about Oklahoma State University’s star running back being seriously injured, KOCO 5’s Sports Director Bryan Keating said he’s not heard anything about any significant injuries. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Although nothing with the team...
Notebook: Stribling Under the Radar, OSU’s Third Corner and OSU’s Secondary Benefitting from OSU Receivers
STILLWATER — The Cowboys met with reporters on Saturday for the second time since the start of fall camp. Before Oklahoma State opens its season at 1 p.m. Aug. 31 against South Dakota State, here are three more storylines that stood out from that media availability. Stribling Flying Under...
City of Dewey Brief Water Shut Off Planned for Dewey on Thursday Night
Citizens of Dewey need to be prepared for a planned water shut off for Thursday night. Appearing on KWON's COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Lori Herron with the city of Dewey said the planned water shut off is scheduled for 9pm on Thursday, August 15. The reason for the shut off is to replace a fire hydrant.
City revokes cell tower permit amidst citizen complaints
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Lawton City Council approved a motion to revoke a permit for a U.S. Cellular cell tower sitting at 7990 NW Micklegate Boulevard during the Aug. 13 City Council meeting. This follows multiple complaints from the community and questions from the city on whether or not the...
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