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Saharan Dust Causes Air Quality Health Advisory In Oklahoma
A Saharan dust plume invaded Texas this week and the dust is now creeping into Oklahoma. This dust has lead the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) to issue an air quality health advisory for most of Oklahoma. What is a Saharan Dust plume?. Winds move dust from the Sahara...
Oklahoma air quality advisory issued, unhealthy for sensitive groups
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality health advisory. Data shows pollutants in central and southern Oklahoma are unhealthy for sensitive groups. People with respiratory diseases should limit prolonged activities outdoors. According to deq.ok.gov, fine particle matter like dust is in the...
'Twisters' coming back to 4DX: How to catch the blockbuster and 1996 'Twister' in Oklahoma
If you didn't get to experience "Twisters" in the viral, highly immersive format 4DX, you'll have another chance soon. Regal theaters will rerelease "Twisters" as well as the first 1996 installment "Twister" in 4DX for one week, starting Aug. 30. Tickets will be available to purchase starting today, Aug. 1. ...
Two arrested after stolen car found with FLOCK cameras
MAYES COUNTY, OKLA. (KTUL) — Two people were arrested after FLOCK cameras helped recover a stolen vehicle. On Sunday morning, July 25, Wagoner County deputies responded to a stolen vehicle report. The victim said they'd last seen the car the previous evening, and it was gone the following morning.
Deputy finds 21 grams of meth in vehicle during routine stop in Okay, Oklahoma
OKAY, OKLA (KOKH) — The Wagoner County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) arrested one man for narcotics possession after a traffic stop. According to WCSO, a deputy initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for affixing or improper tags or decals to a motor vehicle in Okay, Oklahoma. During the stop,...
1 Injured After Broken Arrow Rollover Crash
One person was injured after a rollover crash Friday morning in Broken Arrow, police say. Tulsa Police said a man was driving shortly before 2 a.m. along the Broken Arrow Expressway when he attempted to get onto Highway 169. TPD said while attempting to drive onto the onramp, the driver...
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.
Newton honored at the OCA All State football game
Eufaula head football coach Larry Newton and other high school football coaches was honored at the Oklahoma Coaches Association All State football game for achieving 90-plus victories. Newton was hired in 2012 at Eufaula as the Ironheads head football coach. Newton took over a program that went 3-7 in 2009, 3-7 in 2010 and 3-7 in 2011.
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.
Back to school tax free weekends around the ArkLaTex
SHREVEPORT, La. - Some parents in the ArkLaTex can save some money over the next two weekends, just in time for the kids to go back to school. The state of Oklahoma is having it's tax free weekend Friday through Sunday. During this time, the state sales tax of 4.5% will be completely waived, and even county and municipal taxes will be exempted, resulting in a higher overall discount for shoppers.
Democrats push for impeachment of Todd Hiett amid misconduct allegations
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma House Democrats are asking Gov. Kevin Stitt for a special session to impeach Corporation Commissioner Todd Hiett. The call is the caucus’ response to reports of Hiett’s sex...
High temperatures near 100 as hottest month of the year begins
On average, August is the hottest and driest month of the year. Thursday and Friday will get progressively hotter with heat advisories, with a slight chance of showers and storms on Saturday before temperatures slowly heat back up next week.
Nonprofit offers help and hope to abuse survivors through career training
A woman whose youth was spent in the "crossfire" of domestic abuse created a nonprofit dedicated to helping other abuse survivors. Antoria Gillon, of Dallas, founded an organization called From Ordinary to Extraordinary in 2013. Under her direction, the nonprofit has opened several centers in Dallas and other parts of Texas, offering free...
Judges give two thumbs up to 40th Annual Whole Hawg Days
Cook-off judges Eddie Hartwick and Robert Campbell had high praise for the 40th Annual Whole Hawg Days, and they weren’t just talking about the chefs but the whole hawg, the fans, the car show, the arts and crafts festival. “The whole event was great,” said Hartwick, a chef from...
Area softball teams shine in scrimmage action
Area softball teams shined in the Oktaha Scrimmage Festival on July 23. Checotah played Sallisaw and Stigler. Each team showed signs of great talent both on defense and at the plate. The Checotah Lady Wildcats will be under the helm of coach Levi Walker after Kory Bible took a similar...