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Local group recreates Middle Aged competitions in Elmer Thomas Park
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - One local group that’s all about the Middle Ages invited the public to join them in Elmer Thomas Park. The Barony of Eldern Hills Chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) hosted “A Day in the Park.”. Members of the group and locals...
Dozens Of Vinita Residents Unsure What's Left Of Their Belongings After A Fire Destroys Much Of Their Apartment Building
Nearly 50 residents in Vinita tried to figure out what to do after a fire destroyed their apartment building. One woman said Burroughs Manor was the last place she lived with her husband before he died, and she just wanted to know if some of their family heirlooms survived the fire.
Prairie dogs moved to safe haven
The prairie dog colony is just five feet from a gravel road south of a car wash. A prairie dog chirped loudly. His hole in the ground was not far from State Highway 66. So far, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation has relocated 38 prairie dogs from the Yukon area to a new home in northwest Oklahoma.
Two arrested for meth trafficking in Johnston County
TISHOMINGO, Okla. (KXII) - Two people have been arrested in Johnston County, accused of trafficking meth. The Johnston County Sheriff said someone called his office last week, apparently concerned about an argument with a gun. Deputies said both Larry Benton and Amanda Cornelison appeared to be high on meth when...
OKC Thunder Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Reveals What Caused Late Game Scuffle
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was involved in a scuffle at the end of Team Canada's thrilling win over Greece in Group play. The superstar guard explained what happened at the buzzer.
Oklahoma baseball adds JUCO catcher/utility man Jeffrey Martz
The Sooners continue a big month of adding pieces in the transfer portal. Oklahoma gained a commitment from the junior college ranks on Saturday, as catcher/utility man Jeffrey Martz announced he would be heading to Norman to join the Sooners for the 2025 season. "Excited for this opportunity to play...
Purcell Animal Shelter updates procedures for accepting animals
PURCELL, OKLA (KOKH) — The Purcell Animal Shelter sent out a notice to Purcell about new procedures about their abandonment policy and accepting animals. According to Purcell Animal Shelter, the number of dogs coming from outside city limits has been overwhelming, leading to the shelter prioritizing resources within city limits.
It's the unknown about Jackson Arnold's SEC readiness that has experts wary about OU
Jackson Arnold was the top recruit in Oklahoma's 2023 class, a top-four quarterback nationally and the No. 10 player overall in the class. The former National Gatorade Player of the Year came to the Sooners with a five-star rating and extremely high expectations. The Denton, Texas, native played sparingly as...
Oklahoma City nonprofit gives out dozens of suits to those in need
OKLAHOMA CITY — On Saturday, Custom Suits and Life Skills gave suits to those in need of a helping hand. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The Oklahoma City-based nonprofit partnered with Perry Publishing & Broadcasting to give back to those who might be struggling financially, experiencing homelessness or who were previously incarcerated.
El Reno businesses reflect on impact of ‘Twisters’
EL RENO – With the release of the new “Twisters” movie, downtown El Reno business owners are hopeful it will attract new customers after closing their shops to allow film crews to use their spaces. Scenes filmed in the downtown area in the summer of 2023 forced...
‘We want to make sure we have some humanity to it’: City of Lawton works on ‘anti-camping ordinance’
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Lawton city officials are working on an anti-camping ordinance following the Supreme Court ruling of Johnson v. Grants Pass. The ruling, in short, now views sleeping outside on certain lands a criminal offense, which many say mainly affects the homeless population. “These sorts of ordinances cause...
Former Senator On 2028 Olympics Events In Oklahoma City
We're still learning just how Oklahoma City landed the honor of becoming a host site for the 2028 summer Olympics. We know that, as this deal was gaining momentum a few years ago, Casey Wasserman, the head of LA-28, the organizing entity for the games, solicited the help of a DC lobbying firm with a strong Oklahoma connection.
Alumni reunite to celebrate the legacy of Douglass High School
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - Douglass High School opened in Ardmore in 1919 during segregation. It was more than just a school. For many, it was a cornerstone of the African American community. “To come together and recognize our joint heritage, and what we have accomplished not only as Douglass High...
Current, former ESPN analyst warn don't sleep on OU, Sooner or later
From the moment official word came out that Oklahoma and Texas were leaving the Big 12 to join the Southeastern Conference, the public reaction was mixed. Some fans and college football experts were ready to christen the SEC as the ultimate superconference in the conference realignment era with the addition of two of the sport's superpowers. Others, however, were quick to turn to the idiom expression, "Be careful what you wish for."
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