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Cold Case investigators from 3 states return to Oklahoma strip pit
CRAIG COUNTY, Okla. (KOAM) — Investigators from multiple agencies come together again at a strip pit in the southeast part of the county seeking to locate evidence regarding cold cases in different jurisdictions.
Conn's HomePlus, Nationwide Home Goods Seller, Files Bankruptcy; Several Locations Set To Close
Conn's HomePlus, a home goods seller with locations across the United States, filed for bankruptcy this week, with several stores set to close. There are four locations in Oklahoma, two in Oklahoma City and two more in Tulsa. Following the company's bankruptcy filing, all four stores will now close. Here...
Second Millionaire To Be Crowned For Choctaw Casino & Resort Promotion
This weekend, Choctaw Casino & Resort Durant will select another lucky $1,000,000 winner as part of the 2024 edition of the 3 Months 3 Millionaires promotion. This summer, three Rewards Club members will become instant millionaires, as Choctaw Casinos will give away a total of $5.8 million. The casino previously...
Construction Of New Hospital Building In Tahlequah Reaches Milestone
The Cherokee Nation marked a milestone on Thursday in the construction of a new hospital in Tahlequah. It's expected to help deliver major improvements in health care. A crowd gathered around the final steel beam—nurses and construction workers—to sign it, more than half of them Cherokee citizens. The...
Kansas firefighters head west to battle raging wildfires
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Firefighters from across Kansas are heading west to help battle wildfires in Oregon and Idaho. On Thursday, the Kansas Forest Service said a team of 10 firefighters from different parts of the state, including Wichita, Olathe, Ottawa, and Edwardsville, are on their way to assist the Oregon Department of Forestry with 34 large fires, almost all of them in the central or eastern part of the state.
New leaders share visions, goals
Editor’s Note: There are three new superintendents leading county schools this year: Clay Vinyard at Okmulgee, Jason Price at Henryetta and Becky Alexander at Morris. This week, we take a look at two of those leaders and their goals, and next week we’ll highlight MPS new Superintendent Becky Alexander, although she is no newcomer to that district. We welcome all!
Oklahoma: Muscogee Nation to break ground on $100 million casino project this September
Construction on an estimated $100 million Muscogee Nation tribe and Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises casino and hotel in Coweta, Oklahoma, is set to begin this September. “Investing in the City of Coweta represents a remarkable new chapter in our growing entertainment and hospitality legacy,” Muskogee Nation Principal Chief David Hill said in a news release. “The Coweta Casino Hotel will expand cultural tourism, create jobs and enhance the quality of life of our citizens.”
Oklahoma City Police seek three shoplifters at Dollar General
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Police Department (OKCPD) is seeking information on three individuals allegedly involved in a shoplifting incident at Dollar General. According to OKCPD, the three individuals captured by surveillance footage shoplifted from the Dollar General near Hefner and Western. The three individuals fled...
ALEXIS (LEXI) MILLER JOINS COACHING STAFF AT CASC
Poteau, OK — Carl Albert State College (CASC) is proud to announce the addition of Alexis (Lexi) Miller to its esteemed coaching staff. Lexi Miller, a 2X NJCAA National Champion and the first-ever CASC National Champion, brings a wealth of experience and accolades to the team. Her impressive career includes being a 2X OSSAA State Champion, U23 All-American, and Poland Open Competitor.
Republican Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance raises millions during OKC fundraiser
OKLAHOMA CITY — On Friday, Republican nominee for Vice President JD Vance flew to Oklahoma for a private fundraiser that netted millions in just a few hours. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Leading state Republicans, including Gov. Kevin Stitt and Sen. Markwayne Mullin said...
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