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Big Lots stores closing nationwide. What we know about Oklahoma stores
Big Lots closing dozens of stores in 2024 Declining sales and plummeting stock prices are forcing Big Lots to close stores nationwide this year. At the start of 2023 Big Lots operated 1,425 stores. That number fell to 1,392 at the beginning of 2024. ...
Two Cold Fronts and Rain Headed for Oklahoma
Oklahomans are rejoicing at the upcoming forecast because the whole state will be getting a big break from the summer heat, plus multiple rounds of storms bringing in several inches of rain. Meteorologists across the state are enthusiastically sharing the extended forecast for Oklahoma. Usually around this time of year,...
Downtown sidewalk project completed, ensuring ADA accessibility
The downtown sidewalk project in Guthrie has been completed, enhancing accessibility and charm in the heart of the city. This initiative was funded in part by the Transportation Alternatives grant program through the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, with the City of Guthrie contributing 20% of the cost-share. Ellsworth Construction, based...
Dirt work underway with expansion of Owen Field Sports Complex
Dirt is being moved and prepared for baseball and softball games at Owen Fields. In May, the City of Guthrie hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction. The project is part of the original Land and Water Conservation Fund’s $1M grant, which the City of Guthrie matched...
UCO public health students place first in national competition
OKLAHOMA CITY - A team of three undergraduate students majoring in public health at the University of Central Oklahoma recently took first place in the 2024 National Case Study Competition in Health Education (NCSCHE). Twenty-two teams from across the nation competed in the event. UCO team members included Araceli Saeed,...
Guthrie FFA members attend leadership camp
The Guthrie FFA chapter attended the 52nd annual Oklahoma FFA Alumni Leadership Conference, held at the Cedar Hills Baptist Youth Camp in Binger, Oklahoma. More than 1,650 Members from over 300 Oklahoma FFA chapters have registered to participate in one of the six 2 ½ Day sessions scheduled from June 30th to July 13, 2024. The following Guthrie FFA members attended sessions Four and Five of this camp:
Warrior's Rest Foundation Shares Importance Of Frontline Support On The Porch
A non-profit foundation located in Edmond is dedicated to ensuring that first responders and frontline employees are receiving support and care during the difficult times. The Warrior's Rest Foundation sat down with the News 9 team on the Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to share why it's important to provide care and support to our city's frontline employees.
Cleveland County deputies arrest two after chase at marijuana grow operation
CLEVELAND COUNTY, OKLA (KOKH) — On July 11, Cleveland County Sheriff deputies arrested two individuals who were caught fleeing a marijuana grow operation outside Noble. Around 3 a.m., the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) received a call from an alarm company that reported footage of two male suspects attempting to break into the grow operation.
This week's 'cold' snap could keep OKC temps below 90
After days of "dangerously hot" weather, including temperatures breaking 100 degrees in some parts of the state, a cold front will move into Oklahoma this week bringing much-needed summertime relief. A weak front will arrive from the north on Tuesday evening and some rainfall and possible thunderstorms may come with...
Fight for $15: Supporters deliver signatures to raise minimum wage
There was a major step forward in an effort to raise Oklahoma's minimum wage. For months, Raise the Wage Oklahoma, the group leading the push, has been gathering signatures as they hope to gain enough support to get the measure on the ballot.
Experts disagree on cause of Oklahoma’s rising rents
Housing shortages and rising rents go hand-in-hand with supply-demand economics. When supply is low and demand is high, one can reasonably assume costs will rise. Rising rents in Oklahoma have led to a surge in evictions. Oklahoma City is on track to top last year’s 17,868 eviction filings, and Tulsa is trending toward the same numbers as 2023. Local and national experts discussed the reasons…
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