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From caves to caterpillars: How Oklahoma schools are working to beat the ‘summer slide’
It usually refers to learning loss in reading and math, though other areas of child development can be affected, like behavior. The term gained popularity in the 90s when researchers began studying how the summer break’s dip in learning snowballed into cumulative effects year after year. On average, students lose about 20% of their school-year gains in reading and 27% in math.
Alabama transfer Kris Parker to take official visit to Oklahoma State
As Steve Lutz looks to finalize his first roster at Oklahoma State ahead of the 2024-25 men's basketball season, he's still recruiting through the transfer portal. Alabama transfer forward Kris Parker is expected to take a visit to Oklahoma and Oklahoma State next week, he confirmed to Sooners Illustrated. Parker,...
KOCO 5 Team visits best that Guthrie has to offer during On the Road Tour
GUTHRIE, Okla. — On Wednesday, KOCO 5 brought out On the Road Tour to the city of Guthrie as we celebrate our 70th anniversary. The KOCO 5 Team got to experience a bunch of cool things Guthrie has to offer, including Twin Cedars, the Scottish Rite Temple and even Rick's Fine Chocolates. Guthrie is another Oklahoma town home to really rich history.
Councilman resigns after controversial comment following assassination attempt on former President Trump
A Guthrie city councilman has resigned after making a controversial comment on social media. Councilman Jim Case has resigned from his position, effective immediately, following a comment he made regarding the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania last weekend. Case regretted his remark in a public...
Worldwide IT outage causes cancellations, delays at Will Rogers World Airport in OKC
OKLAHOMA CITY — Hundreds of Oklahomans at Will Rogers World Airport on Friday faced delays and cancellations after a worldwide technology outage impacted airlines, banks, hospitals and media outlets. Multiple flights at the airport in Oklahoma City were canceled, and there have been several delays that have stemmed from...
Lawton, Oklahoma’s Walmart Among The First To Get New Restaurant
Some of Oklahoma's Walmarts are on the list for a new addition. After years of going without a sit, stay and pay place, a new restaurant is moving in. Mr. Gatti's Pizza, based out of Fort Worth, just partnered with Walmart to open 92 new locations in 4 different states in the U.S. and Oklahoma is one of them.
Yukon looking to preserve the mills as city continues to grow
YUKON, Okla. — If you’ve ever traveled to Yukon, you’re most likely familiar with “Yukon’s Best Flour” adorned on the side of one of their old flour mills, but as the city continues to grow, questions have come up about how long they’ll be around.
Global technology outage causes headaches for scouts at Tulsa International Airport
TULSA, Okla. — The global technology outage left passengers at Tulsa International Airport scrambling to figure out what to do after their flights were canceled. A group from Fort Smith is hoping they make it to a trip to the Bahamas.
Broken Arrow crash: Dump truck hits power poles, closes 111th and 161st East Avenue
BROKEN ARROW, OKLA. (KTUL) — Broken Arrow Police responded to a crash involving a dump truck and power poles Friday morning. It happened at the intersection of 111th Street and 161st East Avenue. All lanes of traffic were closed and drivers were asked to avoid the area. No word...
Major Oklahoma City hospital groups say they weren't affected by worldwide IT outage
OKLAHOMA CITY — Authorities with three of Oklahoma City's major hospital groups say they have not been impacted by a worldwide technology outage that has affected banks, airports, hospitals and media outlets. Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike experienced an outage overnight, causing disruptions to companies and services around the world. The...
Inaugural OKC Vegan Chef Challenge kicks off August 1
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Local chefs are gearing up to compete for votes with the latest. creative and tasty plant-based menu options throughout the metro for the The OKC Vegan Chef Challenge. Vegans or those who seek to be introduced into veganism will have one month from August 1...
Cherokee Nation applies to Build New Casino Near Bartlesville
The Cherokee Nation is expanding its casino footprint as they apply to build another new casino near Bartlesville. Cherokee Nation applied to build a new casino on US-75 south of the Bartlesville city limits. The location is only a few miles from the Osage Casino, which opened less than a year ago. Construction on the project would begin in June 2025.
Sooners add former Texas A&M pitcher Jason Bodin via transfer portal
The Oklahoma Sooners added to their pitching staff via the transfer portal on Wednesday, picking up a commitment from right-hander Jason Bodin. Bodin transfers in from Texas A&M, where he spent one season as an Aggie. He took to social media to announce his decision. A true freshman out of...
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