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Children’s Book Exposes FBI Tactics Used During Civil Rights Era
Nationwide – Teenagers Autumn Kendall, 14, and Aurora Morgan, 15, are excited to announce the release of their children’s book, The Three Heroes, and their first book signing event in East Harlem, NY on June 4, 2024, at 6pm. The Three Heroes, developed under the 3E Program for Social Justice and Change, is a compelling tale featuring characters inspired by civil rights leaders Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and Chairman Fred Hampton. The story introduces a villain resembling J. Edgar Hoover, who led the FBI’s COINTELPRO operations aimed at undermining these activists. Though the characters are fictional, the book sheds light on historical events and the impact of COINTELPRO.
Church of the Servant's new pastor talks about his new OKC post
The new leader of an Oklahoma City church remembered moving multiple times during his childhood due to his father's job in the oil industry. The Rev. Kyle Anderson, new senior pastor of Church of the Servant, said that he became familiar with the cycle of moving from place to place well before he...
Rain chances lessen, heat returns
Less hot temps remain as northerly winds stay through Monday. Since broad flow is from the north, we will continue with temps some 5 to 10 degrees below normal. The less hot weather lasts until midweek before the heat dome starts to shift eastward somewhat. Monday and Tuesday, we will...
American Red Cross Using New Movie "Twisters" To Educate Movie-Goers On Disaster Relief Resources
An organization that helped people with disasters got some help from Hollywood, thanks to the new movie, "Twisters." Cinemark Broken Arrow was one of four stops around the state for the Red Cross as it used the movie to teach people what it does when disaster strikes. Several first responder...
First responders hold Boots and Badges blood drive in downtown OKC
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City residents on Saturday donated blood during the seventh annual Boots and Badges blood drive. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Put on with help from the Oklahoma City police and fire departments, the annual drive has expanded to include other...
OKC Thunder’s Kenrich Williams teams up with Umoja Gibson for camp at University HS
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - University High legend and current Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams returned to Waco for his third annual free basketball camp. It’s an event that reminds Williams of his pride for his hometown. “It means a lot, a lot of pride in the city,” said...
Oklahoma Sooners Accuse The SEC Of Coddling Texas After Preseason Media Poll Release
The Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns are set to start Year 1 in the SEC after officially making the transition from the Big 12 this summer. The Sooners will have a much tougher path to the conference championship game according to the preseason media poll. The SEC wrapped up its annual media day event last […] The post Oklahoma Sooners Accuse The SEC Of Coddling Texas After Preseason Media Poll Release appeared first on BroBible.
'There's Always a Need:' Local Nonprofit Hosts School Supplies Giveaway For Teachers
The new school year is almost upon us. In less than a month, students will return to the classroom. Teachers like Cheryl Beese are feeling some pressure. “That's normal … just to get ready and make sure that you have a welcoming environment for those students,” Beese said.
Something old becomes new in customer's hands at Hope is Alive Ministries' Retreads Thrift
Amid colorful racks of clothing, shiny displays of jewelry and assorted odds and ends, a sign on the wall of a local store shares a message: "Old Stuff = New Life." Lance Lang said the signage has a dual meaning that is particularly fitting for Retreads Thrift Store, a new enterprise by Hope is Alive Ministries. The ministry, which opened on June 1 at 9470 N May in the The Village, was founded by Lang and his wife Allyson, and the couple currently serve as the nonprofit's co-chief executive officers.
Former Sooners DB Damond Harmon finds new home at Liberty
Former Oklahoma Sooners defensive back Damond Harmon has found a new home in the transfer portal. Harmon was a four-star prospect in the 2021 class, according to 247Sports, and signed with OU in December 2020. Harmon spent two seasons in Norman, his second with Brent Venables as his head coach....
Daily Bullets (July 21): Chad Weiberg on Blue-Bloods
Thanks for stopping by – here’s your daily dose of Oklahoma State sports news. • British Open update: Through three rounds, Alex Noren is T-15, Austin Eckroat is T-40, and Rickie Fowler is T-70 (TheOpen.com) • How OSU was able to hire Sean Snyder as another assistant on...
National High School Rodeo Finals: McKynlie Bowers Wins Barrel Racing Event, Top Performances Across States and Countries
National High School Rodeo Finals results are in, including top performers in various events like Barrel Racing and Bareback Riding. Barrel racing winner McKynlie Bowers from Woodward, Okla., clocked in at 17.545. In Bareback Riding, Quaide Skjonsberg from Bluffton, Alberta, Canada, scored 75 points for the lead. State of Play.
Tulsa Animal Welfare in crisis as shelter capacity reaches critical levels
Tulsa, Okla. (KTUL) — An urgent message to Tulsa county animal lovers. Animal shelters across the country are overcrowded and many believe it’s a situation that cannot be overlooked. On Monday, Tulsa Animal Welfare took to social media saying that last week, 181 animals entered their shelter, and...
'I'm Extremely Confident': Collin Oliver Ready For One Last Ride With Cowboys
Oklahoma State landed a pair of defensive standouts on the 2024 Preseason All-Big 12 team, linebackers Nick Martin and Collin Oliver. For Oliver, it's his last ride and it's been a good one so far for him. He's racked up 130 career total tackles to go with over 38 tackles for loss and 22 sacks.
Not Too Early Big XII Hoops Predictions: No. 12, Oklahoma State
Several Big XII teams may have depth problems this season. Oklahoma State will not be among them. In fact, it is possible the Cowboys could be the deepest team in the conference. The problem will be that there aren't any obviously high-level players on the roster. Sure, a bunch of them should be able to compete reasonably well in the league, but none will be all-conference. Still, Steve Lutz has done a quite respectable job of assembling his initial roster in Stillwater.
Greg McElroy evaluates Brent Venables comment on adjusting to SEC
Brent Venables knows Oklahoma‘s transition into the SEC won’t be easy. At the 2024 SEC Media Days, the Sooners’ head coach revealed his team’s mindset ahead of its debut campaign in the prestigious conference. “You’re not going to sneak up anywhere, any week, in any venue,...
TimberHogs take 3 from Marshals
WHITE OAK - The Piney Woods TimberHogs continued to score runs in bunches over the weekend, earning 81, 17-9 and 10-9 wins over the Fort Smith Marshals in Mid America League baseball action at Roughneck Field. Piney Woods, winners of four of its last five games, improved to 23-25 in...
Cannon McIntosh Charges from Eighth to Win Tom Knowles Memorial at Spoon River
LEWISTOWN, IL (July 20, 2024) – Lining up eighth on the starting grid, racing one of the fastest tracks on the schedule and a host of talent in front of him. No problem for Cannon McIntosh. The 21-year-old from Bixby, OK, put on a display of speed and racetrack...
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