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Roland Rascals bring state title to Sequoyah County
The Roland Rascals brought a state title to Sequoyah County on Saturday as they defeated Stigler 9-7 in the state title game of the 2024 OK Kids Age 6-and-Younger Coach-Pitch State Tournament in Weatherford. In fact, of the four teams which were in the state semifinals, two were from Sequoyah County — the Rascals and Vian.
Roland Schools adding cross country, with girls track coach leading program
Roland Public Schools will add a cross country program this fall, and Lady Rangers track coach Tina Ramos will coach the newly-formed program. “It’s actually very exciting with this being the first year of starting it,” Ramos said. “I guess I am a part of making (Roland High School) history. I’m very excited about this opportunity.”
52nd Garrison Creek Riders Rodeo is July 19-20
When July hits, you know it’s getting almost time for it. The 52nd annual Garrison Creek Riders Rodeo will take place July 1920 at the Garrison Creek Riders Rodeo Arena, located three miles west of Roland, or a mile east of Muldrow, on U.S. 64. “We’ve been working hard...
Van Buren police 'urgently' searching for missing teen
VAN BUREN, Ark. — The Van Buren Police Department (VBPD) said they are "urgently" searching for a missing "runaway" 16-year-old girl. Police say Briana Adams was last seen on foot near Main Street on June 28 wearing a gray shirt, gray shorts, and brown slides. Adams is described as...
Eric Huber sworn in as new chief of police at Fort Smith Public Schools
Eric Huber, former lieutenant of the Fort Smith Public Schools Police Department, was sworn in Monday as the new chief of police for the school district at the Sebastian County Courthouse, Juvenile Courtroom. Huber replaces former chief Bill Hollenbeck, who left the district in May. ...
Heat Warnings To Continue For The Week But Some Relief Possible Soon
The hot and humid conditions are set to continue for the next few days. Excessive heat warnings and advisories will remain active at least until Thursday, with a forecast drop in heat and humidity Friday through part of the weekend as a frontal boundary moves southward through the region. What...
Here’s The Oklahoma Counties With The Warmest Summers
All Okies can agree that the entire state gets super hot during the summer. There's no corner of the state where you can find relief from the heat - not even in the shade! But there are some counties in Oklahoma that are warmer than others. Right now, summer 2024...
Heroes Ball Set for July 27 — Speakers Steele and Lewis, Choctaw Nation, Coach Switzer among announced honorees
Oklahoma City – The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) will hold its annual Heroes Ball on July 27 beginning at 6 p.m. at the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City. The event honors the state’s “Heroes for Children,” including advocates, activists, public servants, and organizations.
Oklahoma higher education chief announces retirement
OKLAHOMA CITY — The chief of Oklahoma’s higher education system announced on Tuesday she will retire from the position after three years in office. Higher Education Chancellor Allison Garrett said her retirement will be effective in January. She was hired to the role in November 2021, succeeding 14-year Chancellor Glen Johnson. In the months ahead, […] The post Oklahoma higher education chief announces retirement appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Our most incredible June moments captured on film 📸
🌞 Temperature check: Expect potentially dangerous heat conditions Wednesday, with a high of 100 and a low of 80, according to AccuWeather. Get the full forecast here. 📅 Today in History: In 1863, The Battle of Gettysburg ended as Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee tried to break the Union line with several attacks, including the disastrous last-ditch effort known as “Pickett’s Charge.” Over 7,000 Confederate soldiers were captured or killed within an hour of that charge. Lee retreated a day later. The Battle of Gettysburg was considered the turning point in the American Civil War.
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