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Oklahoma Veterans Commission appoints new executive director
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs has a new executive director. Retired Rear Admiral James Bynum was announced Monday as the agency’s new executive director. He begins Aug. 1. Brett Martin, Veterans Commission chairman, said Bynum is a qualified candidate. “He’s dealt with Capitol Hill in D.C., … working with our legislation […] The post Oklahoma Veterans Commission appoints new executive director appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Oklahoma Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Community Receive National Award for Improving Quality of Care
The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) has named twelve Oklahoma nursing homes and one assisted living community as 2024 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award recipients. The awards program recognizes organizations that meet progressively rigorous standards of performance to improve the lives of...
Wildlife officials spare Oklahoma-specific crawdad species from the endangered list
Wildlife enthusiasts will be excited to know the Kiamichi crayfish thought to live only in a 30-mile stretch of the Kiamichi River in Southeast Oklahoma has not been added to the endangered species list.
Area towns plan 4th celebrations
Stephens, Grady, and Caddo counties will each host a number of community Fourth of July celebrations from today through Saturday. Parades, fireworks, games, food and 4K runs are just a few of the activities planned. Duncan’s Red, White and Boom celebration was featured in last week’s Chisholm Trail News. Events...
19-year-old Oklahoma man arrested, accused of dragging 4 people with a car
ARDMORE, Okla. — A Ratliff City man was charged Wednesday, accused of dragging four people with a car in Carter County. Open the video player above to see some of the headlines KOCO 5 is following. Braidon Lloyd, 19, is currently being held in the Carter County jail, charged...
Fireworks Cause Oklahoma City Home To Catch Fire
A family is out of their home Friday morning in the metro after fireworks caused a fire at the home. Fireworks caused a dumpster to catch fire, and the flames spread to the home's attic. It happened at a house near SE 89th and Sunny Lane in Oklahoma City around...
Taste Of Oklahoma: Chef Andrew Black's Latest Addition To Oklahoma City's Food Scene
In a new addition to a Downtown Oklahoma City landmark, James Beard Award winning chef Andre Black opens his new restaurant in the Skirvin Hilton Hotel. Perle Mesta, a new restaurant named after the Oklahoma City socialite whose career took her from the White House to abroad, opened on June 24, but is already making a name for itself.
Caught On Camera: Groundhog And Fox Trying To Enjoy Snacks At Grand Lake Home
When it comes to food, a lot of folks can be protective. And it’s the same for wildlife. Video from Scott Gallagher's home in Grand Lake shows a groundhog trying to enjoy a snack when a fox shows up to do the same. It turns out groundhogs are pretty...
Potential Name Change At WRWA Brings Oklahoma Aviation History Into New Logo
A new name could soon fly over Will Rogers World Airport. Oklahoma City Airport Trust members have been discussing the airport's rebranding efforts since the beginning of the year. Following last week’s airport trust meeting, the likely name would be OKC Will Rogers International Airport. OKC Director of Airports Jeff...
Red River Rivalry earns high grade from CBS Sports
When the 2024 college football season begins, the SEC will look a little different. The conference now includes two former Big 12 powerhouses, Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners. As a result, the conference is home to one of the biggest rivalries in college football, which many fans will highlight on the schedule. CBS Sports ranked the top rivalries in the SEC, with the Longhorns and Sooners taking the top spot. Over the last decade, the rivalry has been full of fireworks because they are always competitive. Neither team has four in a row in the series since 2004. Eight of the...
NICU babies at Norman Regional Health System dressed up for Fourth of July
NORMAN, Okla. — The Fourth of July spirit spread at Norman Regional Health System as NICU babies were dressed up to celebrate. Photos from Norman Regional's Level Three NICU show the sweet babies dressed in red, white and blue and in outfits to celebrate Independence Day. Open the video...
Oklahoma high school football: Muskogee 2025 QB Jamarian Ficklin commits to Texas State
One of the top quarterbacks in Oklahoma high school football has made his college decision. Muskogee’s Jamarian Ficklin announced his commitment to Texas State on Thursday. Ficklin led Muskogee to the Class 6A-II state title as a junior last season and was named The Oklahoman’s All-State Offensive Player of the Year.
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