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Gans hires new girls basketball coach, will help with football for Grizzlies
Last month, Gans Public Schools hired a new football coach — former Muldrow assistant coach Gary Hixon. Now, not only does Hixon have a new assistant coach, but the Lady Grizzlies have a new basketball coach. Cameron coach Jason Henry was hired as Laney James’ successor as Lady Grizzlies...
Roland Rascals bring state title to Sequoyah County
The Roland Rascals brought a state title to Sequoyah County on Saturday as they defeated Stigler 9-7 in the state title game of the 2024 OK Kids Age 6-and-Younger Coach-Pitch State Tournament in Weatherford. In fact, of the four teams which were in the state semifinals, two were from Sequoyah County — the Rascals and Vian.
‘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.
Social services to embed with BA police, firefighters to address community mental health needs
Broken Arrow Police and Fire Departments are taking a collaborative approach to resolving emergency situations for people suffering from mental health and substance abuse issues. Beginning July 1, care coordinators from Family & Children’s Services and Grand Mental Health will be embedded with first responders. Family & Children Services...
OSU Wrestling: Two-Time California State Champion Ronnie Ramirez Commits to Cowboys
David Taylor continues to stack the deck for his first recruiting class. Oklahoma State on Tuesday picked up a commitment from two-time California state champion Ronnie Ramirez. He became the Cowboys’ ninth pledge of the 2025 class. From Walnut High School in California, Ramirez has made the finals every...
Water well collapse leads to Elgin’s water system emergency declaration
ELGIN, Okla. (KSWO) - The City of Elgin has released what led to the declaring of a water emergency for those living in the city. Elgin’s Mayor JJ Francais says the emergency is due to a water well collapsing. They’re looking to replace the well and return water usage...
Broken Arrow offers tips on handling increased door-to-door solicitors
BROKEN ARROW, OKLA. (KTUL) — Broken Arrow residents may see more door-to-door solicitors this time of year, and the city has some tips to help residents avoid them. City Manager Michael Spurgeon said solicitors are legally allowed to work in the community with the proper permit. However, for those...
NIGC Reports Record Gaming Revenue for 2023
Money keeps pouring in for the National Indian Gaming Commission, which reported record gross online gaming revenue for the previous fiscal year. The NIGC earned $41.9 billion in FY2023, according to the federal regulatory agency. That surpassed the record of $40.9 billion from the previous year, the results of which were produced from audited statements from 527 gaming operations within 245 tribes over 29 U.S. states. FY2022 was up 5% over 2021.
Thunder create 'superteam' in new blockbuster proposal for 7-foot All-Star
After clinching the top seed in the Western Conference standings and advancing to the second round of the playoffs all while being the youngest team in league history ever to accomplish both feats, the OKC Thunder seem to be in a prime position where they can build their way up to being the league's next great dynasty.
Blackjack Returns to Comanche Nation Casino
LAWTON, OK – Comanche Nation Casino has expanded its roster of more than 800 entertainment options with the return of blackjack. The casino’s blackjack tables will be open Sunday through Thursday from 10am-2am and Friday and Saturday from 10am-4am. “We listen to our guests, and they have spoken,”...
Multiple dead fish in Liberty Lake, city officials respond
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Citizens in Lawton have said they’re concerned after multiple instances of dead fish were found floating in Liberty Lake. While the sight and smell of this may be concerning, city and wildlife conservation officials said this is a natural occurrence -- especially in shallow water.
Anadarko man allegedly beat other man with pistol, shot at him
ANADARKO, Okla. (KSWO) - An Anadarko man is facing nearly a dozen charges, after Police accuse him of assaulting a man and firing a gun at him. Theodore Roughface faces nine charges in total, including shooting with intent to kill, domestic assault and battery, and more. According to court documents...
Owasso homeowners warned to avoid pond due to toxic algae bloom
Tulsa, Okla. — An Owasso homeowners Association is asking residents to stay away from the ponds in their neighborhood due to blue-green algae which is killing the fish. The Lake Valley Home Owner’s Association in Owasso took to social media asking residents to steer clear of one of several neighborhood ponds, saying there is blue-green algae present. that combined with the heat, shallow waters in the pond, and the chemicals caused the carp fish that lived there to die.
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