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Corporation Commissioner Bob Anthony blocked from new discussion of utility rate audits
Two Oklahoma Corporation Commissioners clashed in a heated argument Tuesday with one accusing the other of being dishonest in a debate over whether state laws regarding audits were followed in the aftermath of harsh winter storms of 2021 when electricity and natural gas companies requested rate assistance. Commissioner Bob Anthony submitted a request...
Collin's Corner: Quick defensive line recruiting notes for OU football (7/24)
Defensive line recruiting has completely changed for Oklahoma football over the last few years. It's a credit to this current staff in-place. Direct reflection of that, the Sooners are already up to five pledges up front. Oklahoma's set to bring in yet another strong defensive line haul. Some notes on...
Residents want Norman city officials to engage in the controversial turnpike plan
NORMAN, Okla. — A Norman City Council member and a group organized against the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority are introducing a resolution for the city to say they don’t want a controversial turnpike to go through the city. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. People...
New mural at Oklahoma Territorial Museum in Guthrie unveiled
GUTHRIE, Okla. — A new mural has been unveiled at the Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library in Guthrie. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The museum held a dedication ceremony on Wednesday to commemorate the painting. Dr. Bob Palmer and artists from Palmer Studios started working on the "A New Day..." mural last week.
Power restored after suspected drunken driver crashes, causing power outage in west Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY — Power has been restored to residents on the west side of the Oklahoma City metro after a crash caused an overnight outage. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Police say an SUV knocked out a power pole around 2 a.m. on Thursday...
Tower Theatre in Oklahoma City hosting 'Toast to Toby Keith' tribute concert
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Tower Theatre in Oklahoma City's Uptown District is hosting a tribute concert in honor of the late country music legend Toby Keith. The Oklahoma native died in February due to complications from stomach cancer. On Friday, "Toast to Toby Keith: A Tribute Concert" will feature...
Local Museum Shares Their Unique Summer Camp Experiences On The Porch
Oklahoma Contemporary is hosting summer art camps for all kids to get involved in. Each camp’s focus is different, and what kids can learn changes from week to week. All campers also participate in a guided tour of the Main Gallery to learn more about contemporary art and artists.
Overlooked Opportunities: Sticking With Stickers in Oklahoma
Oklahoma City Community College in Oklahoma City serves more than 18,000 students, making it the fourth largest educational institution in the state. Providing almost all of the printing for the community college is its four-employee in-plant. This includes everything from quick copy work, to name badges, to door signage. One new service that has proven to be lucrative for the operation is stickers.
Don't try this at home: 'Twisters' director, NOAA discourage film fans from trying storm chasing
In the new movie "Twisters," Glen Powell's colorful Tornado Wrangler character Tyler Owens and his ragtag team of "extreme meteorologists" out of Arkansas come storming into the picture with loud country music, theme T-shirts and schemes to thrill their YouTube subscribers with wild weather-related stunts. After blasting a funnel cloud with fireworks,...
Oklahoma House approves study on 3D-printed homes for affordable housing
Could 3D-printed homes provide affordable housing in Oklahoma? Rep. Mickey Dollens, D-Oklahoma City, thinks they could. "Oklahoma is facing an affordable housing crisis, exacerbated by rising construction costs, supply-chain disruptions, labor shortages and a demand that exceeds the available supply," Dollens said in proposing a House Interim Study, which was approved Wednesday. ...
Woman behind bars after going on chase with niece in car
OKLAHOMA CITY — An Oklahoma City woman is behind bars after leading Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers on a wild chase with her niece in the car. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Troopers said the woman was driving under the influence. Dashcam footage of the...
Do you have the GUTS to try these two Olivia Rodrigo-inspired desserts this week?
Pop princess Olivia Rodrigo is set to take over Oklahoma City's Paycom Center with her GUTS World Tour Saturday, but "Livies" can start getting their fix now with two limited time desserts available at locations across town. Oklahoma City's craft ice cream purveyor Boom Town Creamery is serving up a flavor called GUTS, inspired by Rodrigo at all three of its locations. ...
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