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Sip 'N Slide Takes Over Boulder Ave Bridge In Tulsa
The Boulder Avenue Bridge in downtown Tulsa just got a whole lot more slippery. It took two days for organizers of the 4th annual Sip 'N Slide to build a 500-foot slip-and-slide down the road. The slide is the highlight of the all-day party that goes from noon until 12 a.m. on Saturday, August 3rd.
Tulsa utility customers may opt in or opt out of EMSAcare during August
TULSA, Okla. — Each year during August, Tulsa utility customers have the option to change their enrollment status in the EMSAcare program. They may choose to opt in or opt out of the upcoming program year that begins billing October 1. From Aug. 1 through Aug. 31, an online...
A Greenwood summer camp is teaching kids about Black history before and after 1619
A group of elementary school students put on a series of performances Wednesday at the Greenwood Cultural Center to highlight what they learned during a summer program based on The New York Times’ 1619 Project. 1619 was the year the first enslaved Africans arrived in America. The project’s educational...
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.
College Football Analyst predicts shocking season for the Oklahoma Sooners
Fall camp is underway for the Oklahoma Sooners, which means we’re less than a month away from the start of the 2024 college football season. Talking season is just about over as OU and the rest of college football will begin to prove their worth on the field. After...
Generator too close to home ignites fire on NW 29th Street; no injuries reported
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Fire Department (OKCPD) responded to a house fire caused by a generator. According to OKCFD, the fire in the 1900 block of NW 29th Street was contained to the front porch area, and no injuries were reported. OKCFD also provided tips...
Cowen Construction hosts topping out party to celebrate new building in the historic Blue Dome DIstrict
TULSA, Okla. — Family owned and operated Tulsa construction company, Cowen Construction, is hosting a "topping out" party today as they finish a new building in Tulsa's historic Blue Dome District. The celebration is from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 2nd Street and Elgin Avenue. Cowen Construction has...
Homes by Taber Celebrates Grand Opening in Edmond
Homes by Taber recently held a ribbon cutting with the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce to celebrate their grand opening at 933 Hydrangea Way, OK 73034. Homes by Taber is proudly launching its newest staged model home in one of the newest, but already most coveted communities, Wild Rose Ranch. The model home is the popular Wesley floor plan with 5 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a bonus room, a 3-car garage, and 3,285 sq ft to spread out.
McKnight Center In Stillwater To Host Idina Menzel, Vince Gill & More This Season
We are just a few weeks away from the start of a very packed 2024-25 season at the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at OSU. We're happy to welcome Jessica Novak with the center with a preview. So big names are on the list on the schedules. What are some of those big names that fans can expect? We.
Okarche Schools will address Bible directives at next meeting
A list of directives from state school Superintendent Ryan Walters has been released to school districts statewide less than a month away from the first day of fall classes. As school districts react to developments, Okarche Schools Superintendent Josh Sumrall says it will be discussed at the next school board meeting.
Cherokee Phoenix racks up 25 total honors in the IJA, Arkansas SPJ awards contests
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Cherokee Phoenix won 22 journalism awards in this year’s Indigenous Journalists Association contest and three from the Arkansas Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. Winners of IJA’s 2024 Indigenous Media Awards were honored July 27 during the association’s annual conference held in...
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.
Oklahoma City Mayor Holt visits Paris Olympics as prep for his city hosting canoe, softball in ’28
VAIRES-SUR-MARNE, France (AP) — Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt is more excited than ever to bring Olympic canoe slalom and softball to his hometown. Holt’s behind-the-scenes work since 2018 played a pivotal role in the IOC executive committee’s decision to approve moving those sports to Oklahoma’s capital city for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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.
Edmond begins construction on new YMCA
Edmond began the building process on the city’s third YMCA branch Thursday with a kick-off celebration at Greater Oklahoma City YMCA’s Mitch Park location. The event took place inside the facility’s main lobby and featured speeches from various YMCA representatives, including Greater OKC YMCA president and CEO, Kelly Kay and district executive director Chris Berry. It was attended by Edmond community members as well as mayor Darrell Davis.