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Enid Public Schools Announces Schedule Pickups for Different Grades
Enid Public Schools announced some key dates that will be coming up as we get closer to the start of school. Elementary: 5:30-7:00 p.m. Secondary: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Schedule Pick up for Middle School Sites (6th to 8th Grade) 6th Grade Schedule Pick Up/Boot Camp, August 7, 9:00-11:00 a.m. 7th Grade...
New Gaming Center In Bartlesville Making Great Headway
Mainstream gaming. The pinnacle of adolescents, young adulthood, and elderly achievements of today's fast pass society. From video games, to board games, to games on your phone, gaming has created many hobbies, cultures, interests and entertainment; something that adds to a host of strings that connects one part of the world to another.
Bixby Superintendent Responds To Criticism From State Superintendent Walters
Bixby Superintendent Rob Miller is responding after State Superintendent Ryan Walters called him a liar at Wednesday's state Board of Education meeting. The back-and-forth started over the weekend when Bixby Superintendent Rob Miller went to social media to talk about schools not getting Title I funds yet from the State Department of Education. Title I is a federal program that helps low-income students.
Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma wins National Affiliate of the Year
The Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma (DSACO) was awarded National Affiliate of the Year by the National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) at their annual convention in Phoenix held from July 26-28.
Pioneer Tech hosts Youth Firefighter Academy
PONCA CITY — Pioneer Tech hosted the Youth Firefighter Academy for students entering eighth through 10th grades. The academy provided an exciting opportunity for students to gain valuable knowledge and hands-on experience, discovering how to perform essential firefighter tasks, including understanding fire dynamics and conducting search and rescue operations with Pioneer Technology Center Firefighter/EMT instructor Gary Vap.
City of Bartlesville Making Sure the Water is Safe
Nearly a month and a half ago, employees with the Bartlesville Water Department noticed the water being sent to the Wal Mart distribution center wasn't up to the standards it needed to be. This water line also served the communities of Ramona and Ochelata and Water Utilities Director Terry Lauritsen said they needed to take action to keep residents safe.
Businesses in Norman say they're worried about an upcoming construction project downtown
NORMAN, Okla. — Businesses in Norman have raised concerns about an upcoming construction project downtown. The City of Norman alongside the Oklahoma Department of Transportation are changing Gray Street in the downtown area from a one way to a two way street. Watch video above to learn more.
Pittsburg County resident sentenced to 22 years for federal drug and gun crimes
MUSKOGEE, Okla. — The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that Richard Allen Rollings, age 57, of McAlester, Oklahoma, was sentenced to 210 months each for two counts of Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, and 180 months for one count of Felon in Possession of Firearm and Ammunition, to be served concurrently.
Yukon charter change election called Nov. 5
When Yukon voters head to the polls this November to cast their ballots in the general election, they also will decide on five proposed city charter changes. Only registered voters in Yukon city limits will be eligible to vote on the charter amendments. There are 15,382 registered voters in the city of Yukon, according to Canadian County Election Board data.
Expectations High for Oklahoma Freshman Running Back Taylor Tatum Entering 2024 Fall Camp
As the 2024 college football season approaches, all eyes are on Oklahoma's incoming freshman running back, Taylor Tatum. The anticipation surrounding Tatum’s arrival in Norman is palpable, and for good reason. The number one running back recruit from Longview, Texas, is poised to make an immediate impact on the Sooners’ offense, adding depth and potential added receiver ability to an already talented backfield.
OG&E Linemen Compete In Skills Contest
It’s a job most of us don’t appreciate until we need them and when we need them, it sure feels good to see the big orange trucks. “People are frustrated with the situation, but they know that we are there to help,” said OG&E lineman Austin Berg.
Last chance for dream home bonus prize while supporting St. Jude's lifesaving mission
EDMOND, OKLA. (KOKH) — St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a place where many have found their calling as its mission stretches across the globe. Dr. Gabriela Maron, who works in the Infectious Diseases Department said, "El Salvador was one of the first sites that St. Jude worked with in Latin America so because of that, because St. Jude shares all of its findings with other places, there was a lot of awareness, there was a lot of contribution between the hospital where I trained and St. Jude."
Oklahoma’s tax-free weekend gearing up to be busiest weekend for clothing stores
NORMAN, Okla. — Tax-free weekend is upon us, and businesses are getting ready to see customers coming in droves to buy jeans, backpacks and shoes for the upcoming school year. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. "It's crazy busy. It's a lot fun,” said Ella...
This company promised to improve health care in Oklahoma jails. Patients in its care have died
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Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs sees success with music therapy program
TECUMSEH, Oklahoma (KOCO) — The Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs said they’ve seen great success with their musical therapy program and have expanded to three new cities with new therapists. “A music therapist might give them a drum, and say, ‘think about the way your week has gone,...
4 Oklahoma tribes receive federal funding for housing needs
The funds will be used for new and existing housing projects across the four reservations. Wichita citizen and Executive Director of the Wichita Housing Authority Jesse Jones said the grant “means a lot,” due to his tribe's small size. According to him, it’s a testimony to the difference they’re making for Indigenous families.