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His life was transformed through faith and education. Now he aims to give back to others
A Stillwater veteran who spent more than 45 years in and out of prison aims to help others now that his life has been transformed through faith and education at a local Christian university. Keith Barton, 67, said he became connected to a prison ministry while he was incarcerated and he began studying...
Jenks Public Schools Extends School Day By 15 Minutes
Teachers and students are returning to the classroom Thursday morning in Jenks, according to Jenks Public Schools. Faculty at Jenks West Elementary School said what parents need to know most for the new school year is a new start and end time for the school day. JPS said every school...
Oklahoma police, citizens hope Washington, D.C. trip can help foster communication at home
For five days in July, a group of Oklahoma residents and police officers discussed the often tense relationship between Black communities and law enforcement. The sensitive topic has been the focus of forums, small-groups, news conferences and town halls across the country, but people who took part in a recent OK Justice Circle...
Oklahoma city to pay over $7 million to cleared death row inmate who spent almost half a century in prison
Edmund, Okla. — An Oklahoma city has agreed to pay more than $7 million to a former death row inmate who was exonerated after nearly 50 years in prison, making him the longest-serving inmate to be declared innocent of a crime. The Edmond City Council voted without comment on...
Sherri Coale named to Oklahoma Christian University board
Former University of Oklahoma women's basketball coach Sherri Coale was among four people recently appointed to the Oklahoma Christian University board of trustees. In addition to Coale, other newly appointed trustees include: Danny Floyd, of Thomas; Dr. Brute Wolf II, of Broken Arrow; and Bill Zuker, of Mannford. ...
Tulsa couple in solar panel limbo
TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — This story begins back in February when a door to door salesman came knocking in this south Tulsa neighborhood. "I’m an environmentalist so I wanted the solar panels to help the environment out," said Rita Sparks. They bought their solar panels from Aveyo, based...
Hooker Bulldogs Sniffing a Gold Ball
They were close. They are close. Hooker is looking for an elusive first football championship. Last year, only district rival Fairview stood in their way as Hooker finished runner up in Class A going 12-3. Hooker is loaded for bare in 2024 looking for more hardware after winning the past two track titles.
Tulsa contractor took more than one million from residents | One victim speaks out
TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — One Tulsa area contractor is now facing 17 counts of embezzlement. A felony offense and one count of engaging in a platter of criminal offenses. This comes after the attorney general’s consumer protection unit team did some bigger diving. I got in contact with...
County leases out 145 acres of ag property
EL RENO – A quarter section of vacant farmland just east of Canadian County’s juvenile facilities will finally be put to good use. Canadian County Commissioners have approved leasing 145 acres of county-owned property next to a lagoon at the Gary E. Miller Canadian County Children’s Justice Center, 7905 E U.S. Highway 66.
Comanche Nation Casino Recognized at Community Choice Awards
(August 14, 2024) — Comanche Nation Casino has been recognized as the No. 1 Casino in the state at the Oklahoman’s annual Community Choice Awards. The popular awards program recognizes destinations throughout Oklahoma that provide exceptional service and experiences to the community and their guests. Award finalists were...
City code, lack of housing variety punctuate Tulsa's home shortage
On a Friday morning in August, Amy Behar waters her garden in front of her midtown Tulsa home. The front garden is full of flowers. The one in the back has vegetables, which Behar harvests with her mom and her aunt. “We all live here together, and we just make...
New Hutton Pharmacy opens August 19 thanks to Blackwell's spirit
Hutton Pharmacy will officially be opening at their new Doolin location on Monday, August 19 with their hours being from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Friday and Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. The last year has been rough for the Blackwell staple, but owner, manager, and...
Smith, Heindselman Earn Gautt Scholarship
NORMAN – University of Oklahoma women's gymnast Ragan Smith and wrestler Josh Heindselman are among 28 student-athletes from Big 12 Conference schools named recipients of the 2023-24 Dr. Prentice Gautt Postgraduate Scholarship, the league office announced Thursday. The total amount of each scholarship is $10,000. Smith is the sixth...
Show Review: Alice Cooper at Paradise Cove in River Spirit Casino in Tulsa, OK
The Godfather of Shock Rock made his highly anticipated return to Tulsa for an unbelievable show at Paradise Cove in River Spirit Casino. Alice Cooper’s sixty year career has brought him to Tulsa more than a handful of times—the last being as support for Motley Crue and Def Leppard last August. It’s fair to say T-town was more than ready for another dose of Cooper’s one-of-a-kind macabre theatricality.
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).
Fact-checking the Tulsa mayoral debate
The Frontier fact-checked Tulsa mayoral candidates Karen Keith, Monroe Nichols and Brent VanNorman after their debate at Cain’s Ballroom hosted by NonDoc and KJRH. Casey Bradford; Kaleb Hoosier; John Jolley and Paul Tay are also candidates in the race but didn’t meet polling requirements to participate in the debate.
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.
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