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Saline County Jail Bookings, Aug. 25
Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. NAME: Ardis,Brittany NicoleREQUESTED CHARGE(S): Domestic battery: Knowing/reckless bodily harm, Robbery. NAME: Baker,Alyssa Sara...
Vote for the best Oklahoma high school football team in Class 2A-I for 2024 season
The Oklahoma high school football season is right around the corner but while you wait for Week 0 kickoff, we're asking readers to vote on their favorite team in each class. Washington has played in the last four Class 2A championship games, winning the past two over Millwood. This year the class has split into two...
Two candidates vie in runoff election for Rep. Rhonda Baker's seat
Mike Kelley and Ron Lynch run are in the primary runoff election to fill the seat of outgoing state Rep. Rhonda Baker, a Republican from Yukon. Lynch said the ranking of Oklahoma’s schools overall was disappointing, adding, “Our school system is a trainwreck.” He said he wants students to be taught better so...
Coaching legend Nick Saban expresses concerns over Oklahoma's physical adjustment to the SEC
Former Alabama head coach and legend of the game Nick Saban is enjoying his post-retirement media opportunities (and we're all better off with him still staying with the game). Making an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show live from Dublin, Ireland, Saban remarked on Texas and Oklahoma's ...
The path to OU: Michael Fasusi looks back on timeline that led to the Sooners
The biggest addition of the 2025 recruiting cycle for Oklahoma was secured this week as five-star Michael Fasusi revealed his pledge. The Sooners landed their kingpin of the class, a highly ranked prospect with an incredibly high ceiling at a premium position. But how did we get here? Fasusi took...
Pawhuska, Dewey Do Battle in Pioneer Woman Classic
The Pawhuska Huskies were hosting the Pioneer Woman Classic last night. Rejoice Christian, Sperry and Dewey all made it to Ormond-Beach Memorial Stadium for a final tuneup before Week Zero gets underway next week. While each team faced off against eachother, it was Pawhuska and Dewey doing battle in the...
Bruins Tie in Scrimmage Against Bishop Kelley
The Bartlesville Bruins were getting some scrimmage action last night, as they were hosting Bishop Kelley. That game ended in a 7-7 tie. Bartlesville had a chance to win it with less than a minute remaining, but threw an interception in the endzone. The lone scoring drive for Bartlesville came...
OU football: What to know about Oklahoma Sooners' 2024 schedule, roster & more
Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 Oklahoma Sooners football team, all in one nice convenient place. The Sooners are entering Year 3 of the Brent Venables era in Norman, and they're entering a new league as well — bouncing from the Big 12 to join the Southeastern Conference. MORE: Buy tickets to Oklahoma...
Report: Big 12 Looking to Possibly Add UConn to Conference
STILLWATER – Could we see the Big 12 expand once again in the near future? It certainly seems possible based on a report from Brett McMurphy. McMurphy states the Big 12 is considering adding UConn into the league, with football not joining until 2031 and all other sports possibly as early as 2026.
Missouri Highway Patrol Warns About School’s Most Dangerous Hour
It's hard to believe that we're so far through the summer months that Missouri is within a couple of weeks of back-to-school activities. That's one reason why the Missouri Highway Patrol has issued some stern reminders about the best ways to keep your kids safe and the "most dangerous hour" during that time.
Kansas man hospitalized after rear-end crash
SHERMAN COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 8p.m. Saturday in Sherman County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Chrysler Town & Country driven by Domingo Perez, 79, Kanorado, was westbound on. Old U.S. Highway 24 at County Road 5. The van rear-ended a trailer pulled by 2016 Ford F550 driven by Taylor Thomas Scott, 23, Burlington, Colorado.
Missouri Southern Baseball Hosts Annual Prospect Camp
JOPLIN, MO – Missouri Southern baseball is getting the ball rolling early on their upcoming season. The team hosted its annual prospect camp for high schoolers around the area to showcase their talent. Position players were evaluated in the morning, while the pitchers were evaluated in the afternoon. The...
Structure fire in Joplin sends black smoke visible for miles
JOPLIN, Mo. — Black smoke could be seen for miles from a large structure fire in Joplin. It happened at 2nd and High Avenue in Joplin this evening. The home, along with a shed in the backyard and several cars, became fully engulfed in flames. Nearby residents said they...
Traffic Alert: Expect delays as MoDOT starts I-44 bridge restoration
JOPLIN, Mo. — Here’s a heads-up for drivers in Joplin. Starting tomorrow, MoDOT crews will begin restoration work on the westbound bridge at the intersection of I-44 and Highway 86 – at Exit 6. Crews will build crossover lanes in the medians before closing the westbound bridge...
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