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Cherokee Nation Expands Casino Operations In Oklahoma, Arkansas
The Cherokee Nation is expanding its casino footprint, applying to build its 10th casino in Oklahoma near Bartlesville and another northwest of Little Rock, Arkansas. The gaming industry is competitive in Oklahoma, with 33 tribes using their gaming licenses. But industry advocates say there's still room for more. Oklahoma's Growing...
Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority cuts staff, citing short allocation, lower licensing
The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority cut its staff Tuesday by 10%, letting go between 25 and 30 employees, a reflection of the shrinking industry. "With commercial license numbers decreasing, it was imperative we find efficiencies in our operations to ensure we are nimble and ready for future endeavors," Executive Director Adria Berry said in...
Nominations deadline extended for 2024 Oklahoma Top Workplaces
There’s still time to earn recognition as a Top Workplace in Oklahoma. For the 12th year, The Oklahoman will honor quality workplace culture in the state. Any organization with 35 or more employees in the state is eligible to earn Top Workplaces recognition. The Oklahoman will feature the winners in December. ...
TIMELINE: Severe storm risk returns to parts of Oklahoma Tuesday night
Parts of Oklahoma could see severe storms with strong winds Tuesday night after a dangerously hot day. >> Check live radar | KOCO weather page | Get KOCO on the go. 9:30 p.m. Tuesday Update: Some severe thunderstorms with up to 60 mph wind gusts have popped up in northwest Oklahoma. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says storms could move towards the Oklahoma City metro around 11 p.m.
State Senate confirms new member to Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents
OKLAHOMA CITY – Gov. Kevin Stitt’s third nomination to the Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents stuck when senators convened Monday for a special session. Jennifer Callahan’s nomination was approved with a unanimous vote from the Education Committee Monday morning. The full Senate convened afterward and approved her appointment with another unanimous vote. Callahan will serve […] The post State Senate confirms new member to Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
2 Major Texas Grocery Store Companies Set To Merge, Prices Could Lower
It appears that two major chain grocery stores will be merging, and it might even have a positive impact on the cost of your grocery bill moving forward. A while back it was announced that Albertsons and Kroger would soon be merging, well it looks like that will certainly be the case. We've got everything you should know about the merger and what it could mean for your grocery bill moving forward...
Merle Haggard statue unveiling and tribute concert set for Oct. 10
MUSKOGEE, OK – A tribute concert and unveiling of a statue of country music mega-star Merle Haggard is scheduled for Thursday, October 10. Haggard is most famous for the “live” album called Okie From Muskogee, recorded fifty-five years ago in 1969. A statue of his likeness will...
Oklahoma weather experts help 'Twisters' film come to life
OKLAHOMA CITY — A red-carpet premiere of the new "Twisters" movie was held in downtown Oklahoma City on Monday night. Cast members and the director made appearances ahead of the film's debut, along with weather experts and scientists. "In Arkansas, where I grew up, we watched 'Twister' quite a...
'It wasn't a given': How the film industry's growth allowed Oklahoma to land 'Twisters'
Oklahoma City's Film Incentive Program is off to a whirlwind start, thanks to the summer event movie "Twisters." After spending months in Oklahoma making the movie last year, "Twisters" stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell and Anthony Ramos took the Sooner State by storm again at a special invitation-only screening and red-carpet event Monday...
'Third time's the charm:' Senate approves Stitt's newest nominee for seat on OSU/A&M board
Without dissent, the Oklahoma Senate on Monday approved the appointment of the widow of a former member of the OSU/A&M Board of Regents to a seat on that board, ending a weeks-long political drama between the Senate and Gov. Kevin Stitt. Jennifer Henderson Callahan was Stitt’s third appointee for an...
Oklahoma Health Leaders Raise Awareness For National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
July is National 'Minority Mental Health Awareness' month and Oklahoma health leaders are putting a spotlight on issues impacting minority communities. Health leaders said that there can be a disconnect between minorities and health agencies that can often affect their treatment. Stephanie Roberts with the Mental Health Association Oklahoma said...
SECMD24: Georgia, Tennessee, Oklahoma & Mizzou take the Tuesday stage
Press Conference video courtesy of the Southeastern Conference. Tuesday at SEC Media Days brings representatives from Georgia, Tennessee, Oklahoma and Missouri into the spotlight. Each head coach and three player representatives for each school took to the stage on Day 2, along with SEC Coordinator of Football Officials John McDaid.
Collinsville joins more than 50 other Oklahoma towns on list of historic downtown districts
Collinsville City Manager Chuck Ralls said this is exciting news for people living in Collinsville, especially for business owners because this means all these buildings that have been there for close to a century will begin restoration and preservation work.
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