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Opioid settlement fuels treatment center
PARK HILL – The $25 million price tag for a new drug and alcohol treatment center is paid for by opioid manufacturers the Cherokee Nation sued in 2017. The tribe filed suit against drugmakers McKesson, AmerisourceBergen Drug Corp. and Cardinal Health, which led to a settlement of $75 million-plus in 2021. The Cherokee Nation also settled with e-cigarette maker Juul in 2022 over the company’s role in youth vaping. Those settlements were funneled into the Public Health and Wellness Fund Act of 2021 – amended most recently in 2023 – which dedicates $100 million for a variety of public health programs, including $76 million for drug treatment capital projects.
Barry Manilow Performs At BOK Center In Tulsa
Famous singer-songwriter Barry Manilow was at the BOK Friday night for his last Tulsa concert. A lot of fans were there excited to hear the 81-year-old perform his greatest hits live. Fans also got to hang out with our radio partner friends from 92.9 The River.
Jackson Arnold's high school coach gives insight into Sooners' new quarterback
DENTON, Texas — The University of Oklahoma has a long list of legacy quarterbacks winning the Heisman Trophy. There's a spot in OU's trophy room ready for the Sooners' next Heisman winner, possibly for the next quarterback. Jackson Arnold is set to take over Oklahoma's offense in 2024 after...
Healdton schools cancel classes Friday following targeted threat
HEALDTON, Okla. - Healdton Public Schools closed their doors Friday morning after what police say was a targeted threat towards the district. “We want to err on the side of caution, and we support the school and the decision that they made,” Healdton City Manager Gus Handke said. The...
‘From the classroom to the courtroom’: Former Norman teacher’s battle over banned books isn’t over
But Boismier said the fight isn’t over yet. “I see this as a much larger fight beyond just me versus [State Superintendent Ryan Walters] or me versus [the State Board of Education], kind of situation,” Boismier said. “So what our next steps would be, essentially, is to move this fight from the classroom to the courtroom.”
Tulsa-Based Construction Company Using Safety Helmets, Hopes Others Adopt Them
Tulsa based Flintco has adopted a new standard for the most basic construction safety gear: the hard hat. Flintco employees nationwide wear an updated safety helmet with a chin strap, that offers better protection from impacts on the side. OSHA recommends but doesn’t require employers to use the higher standard...
Edmond State Lawmakers Call On District To Reconsider Flag Policy
Four Edmond state lawmakers are calling on Edmond Public Schools to reconsider its policy regarding United States flags on school grounds. This comes after a student said he was told to remove the stars and stripes from the back of his truck. “Sounds like a lot of patriotic students there...
Mayor envisions Yukon as Oklahoma’s ‘live music capital’
Mayor Brian Pillmore delivered a compelling speech Aug. 13 to the Yukon Rotary Club at Johnny Carino’s, where he shared his vision for the future of Yukon, emphasizing the city’s potential to become the “live music capital of Oklahoma.”. Drawing inspiration from the multi-decade revitalization of Chattanooga,...
Pawhuska, Dewey Do Battle in Pioneer Woman Classic
The Pawhuska Huskies were hosting the Pioneer Woman Classic last night. Rejoice Christian, Sperry and Dewey all made it to Ormond-Beach Memorial Stadium for a final tuneup before Week Zero gets underway next week. While each team faced off against eachother, it was Pawhuska and Dewey doing battle in the...
OU football: What to know about Oklahoma Sooners' 2024 schedule, roster & more
Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 Oklahoma Sooners football team, all in one nice convenient place. The Sooners are entering Year 3 of the Brent Venables era in Norman, and they're entering a new league as well — bouncing from the Big 12 to join the Southeastern Conference. MORE: Buy tickets to Oklahoma...
Local school for kids experiencing homelessness needs more space
OKLAHOMA CITY — A school for children experiencing homelessness said it needs more space after having to turn some away. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Positive Tomorrows said they’ve had to turn away toddlers in recent years, which keeps parents from working and getting...
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