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The Faces of Wedding Events – Aspen Ranch
Aspen Ranch is a premier 160-acre venue nestled in the tranquil landscape of north Edmond. Breaking away from the ordinary, owner Tiffany Smith enlisted the expertise of industry leaders Blair Sims and Jennifer Rodriguez to craft a one-of-a-kind setting. The result is a modern space surrounded by picturesque lawns, trees, and serene ponds, evoking a sense of timeless beauty.
Diamond Sports Group May Drop Broadcasts For Mavericks, Pistons, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Thunder
If, and when, Diamond Sports Group finishes bankruptcy proceedings, they are considering dropping the broadcasts for up to five NBA teams. The teams that are being considered at the Dallas Mavericks, Detroit Pistons, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and Oklahoma City Thunder. Currently, games for those five teams have been carried under various Bally Sports networks.
Homeland Scholar Athlete of the Week — Blake Fuksa
ENID, Okla. (KFOR) — This school year KFOR is once again recognizing outstanding scholar-athletes. We are teaming up with “Homeland” to honor Blake Fuksa of Enid High School. Blake plays football for the Plainsmen. In the classroom he has a 4.25 GPA with all AP classes. He...
Claremore Residents Frustrated After Utility Bills Increase After Tornado
A Claremore woman is frustrated after she says her electric bill went up by $100 even though she wasn’t living in her house for more than a week after the tornado in May. She’s one of several people complaining about higher electric bills, but the City of Claremore says it’s happening because people use more electricity in the summer.
Nationwide Search For Next OKC Police Chief Down To Four Finalists
Oklahoma City's search for a new police chief is now down to four finalists, according to records obtained by News 9. The city is not revealing the identities of the finalists to protect their positions with current employers, but records indicate two of the top contenders are internal applicants. The other two are from New York and Ohio.
John Moreland and Turnpike Troubadours’ Kyle Nix Tussle in Tulsa
If you need any more validation about how fellow singers, songwriters, and performers feel about Jamie Lin Wilson, appreciate who showed up to Tulsa’s legendary listening room the Mercury Lounge to see her sold-out performance Thursday night, August 1st. Along with songwriter Kalyn Fay, you also had legendary Tulsa songwriter John Moreland in the house, and at some point Kyle Nix from the Turnpike Troubadours showed up as well.
City council to meet with CM candidates
The Yukon City Council will meet this weekend with candidates seeking the city’s top administrative post. Special city council meetings are set for 7:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3-4 inside the Centennial Building, 12 S 5th. Council members will consider convening into executive session both days to conduct...
Duke Softball Welcomes Lisa Maulden as Director of Player Development
Duke softball has hired Lisa Maulden as the new director of player development for the 2024-25 season. Head coach Marissa Young expressed excitement about Maulden’s extensive international experience and her role overseeing catchers while contributing to data analysis and game planning. Maulden, a former professional player with accolades in Japan, previously served as an assistant coach at Seattle University. She looks forward to fostering the growth of the program's student-athletes with her passion for the game.
Tulsa commission will study reparations for 1921 race massacre victims and descendants
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Tulsa officials announced the creation of a new commission to recommend how reparations can be made for a 1921 massacre that destroyed a thriving Black community in the city. The panel will review a 2023 report for the city and a 2001 report by a...
City Council To Discuss Golf Cart Ordinance for a Third Time
The Bartlesville City Council has a large agenda in front of them for Monday evening's meeting, including the possibility of an ordinance allowing golf carts to be driven on city streets. Oklahoma law prohibits driving golf carts on state highways, but city streets are not included in that prohibition. Ward...
Oklahoma Sooners running back named to Wuerffel Trophy watch list
Watch List season has begun in college football, and another offensive star is on award watch. On Friday, Oklahoma Sooners running back Gavin Sawchuk was named to the Wuerffel Trophy watch list. The Wuerffel Trophy is awarded to the player who best combines community service with academic and on-field success. Sawchuk, who took over midseason for the Oklahoma Sooners, closed 2023 with five straight 100-yard games. On the season, he carried the ball 120 times for 744 yards and nine touchdowns. He also caught 14 passes for 94 yards. Gavin Sawchuk » Wuerffel Trophy Watch List 🏆 https://t.co/NSVRqvHGSQ | #OUDNA pic.twitter.com/128atgNm3J — Oklahoma Football (@OU_Football) August 2, 2024 Two Oklahoma Sooners have won the award since its inception in 2005. Former Oklahoma offensive linemen Gabe Ikard (2013) and Ty Darlington (2015). Sawchuk is looking get off to a faster start in 2024 and with a healthy offseason, has a chance to have a big season for the Sooners. Contact/Follow us @SoonersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oklahoma news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow John on X @john9williams.
The City of Tulsa takes next steps in addressing housing shortage, homelessness
TULSA, Okla. — The City of Tulsa is working to establish a Pre-Approved Plans Program and hire a homeless program lead as work continues to address Tulsa's housing shortage and provide enhanced homelessness coordination services. Funding for the Pre-Approved Plans Program and the new position was approved this week...
Upbeat for ‘24, Gundy and the Cowboys face gentler-than-most travel, and Pressley on a watchlist
Oklahoma City -- Coach Mike Gundy's Oklahoma State Cowboys are upbeat about their 2024 football season prospects. A wave of pre-season honors for players, including this week's listing of Brennan Presley on the Hornung Award "watch list," adds to the hopes and dreams of the Cowboy faithful. Bookies.com study of...