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Offseason Report Card: Thunder get three As, three Bs and two Cs for summer moves
To whom much is given, much is required. The phrase originally uttered by Jesus Christ wasn't discussing basketball teams, but it certainly rings true for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Sam Presti and the Thunder front office have amassed an incredible warchest of draft picks and simultaneously built a young team that won the most games in the Western Conference last season.
OU football commit Floyd Boucard can move like a skill player
Not too long ago, Oklahoma football picked up a big commitment for its 2025 class. Floyd Boucard revealed his intentions of becoming a Sooners, choosing OU over a number of other options. It's an add that several are high on, and for good reason. 247Sports scouting analyst Cooper Petanga and...
Cowboy Linebacker Duo Selected to Nagurski Trophy Watch List
STILLWATER – Oklahoma State linebackers Nick Martin and Collin Oliver were both included on the 2024 Bronko Nagurski Trophy watch list, announced Tuesday by the Football Writers Association of America. With 75 total defensive players recognized, the Cowboys were one of 15 FBS teams to have multiple players on...
It’s about dam time: Big Dam Party set for Labor Day weekend
Tulsa is hosting the Big Dam Party, a four-day celebration of the debut of Zink Lake, the opening of Williams Crossing and the long-anticipated return of the Great Raft Race. The itinerary of free Labor Day weekend events includes a free concert on Aug. 31 by Hanson on Gathering Place’s QuikTrip Great Lawn, the world’s largest rubber duck floating in the lake and more.
Wacey Schalla of Arapaho, OK Wins Custer County Classic
The annual Custer County Bull Riding Classic entertained fans Monday night during the Custer County Fair. Wacey Schalla of Arapaho, OK took home the top prize. Schalla put together two qualified rides scoring an 83 on his first ride and then followed that up with a score of 86 in the short go. Schalla’s 86 was the top score of the night.
Oklahoma Adds Mountain West Program To Future Schedule
Oklahoma has added Utah State to its 2027 schedule and will host the Aggies on Sept. 4 at Memorial Stadium, according to FBSchedules. Oklahoma will host Utah State at Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2027. The Sooners will pay the Aggies a $1.5 million guarantee for the game, according to the copy of the contract obtained from Utah State University via a state public records request. The contract was executed on June 11, 2024.
Abilene PD K9 officers win awards at US Police Canine Association Region 25 certifications
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Abilene Police Department K9 officers received several awards at the United States Police Canine Association Region 25 certifications earlier this summer in Wichita Falls. Awards for APD K9 teams include:. K9 Barco with partner Officer Cox. Top 20 out of nearly 60 narcotics canines for...
Valenzuela, Sams get another chance to shine as Jacksboro football figures out starting QB
There’s an elephant in the room at Jacksboro: Who is going to replace Lando Belcher at quarterback? The recent graduate is coming off one of the most prolific seasons ever produced by a signal-caller from the Wichita Falls area, passing for 4,319 yards and 42 TDs in 2023. The short answer is, a...
Archer City discusses future of EMS contract
The Archer City Council discussed an update about creating a 501c3 nonprofit for the ambulance operation and whether to seek bids for the operation for the next fiscal year.Former Mayor and Ambulance Liaison Jake Truette gave the update to the board.“Initial paperwork has been submitted to create the 501c3,” Truette said. “(…) There is a tentative working name of Archer Ambulance Fund. (…) The…
Missing 12-year-old Texas girl’s credit card used in BR, family says
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - An Amber Alert has been issued for a 12-year-old Texas girl who is believed to be with a 26-year-old Louisiana man. The girl’s family says her credit card was recently used at a motel in Baton Rouge, Houston television station KPRC-TV reported. The girl,...
A Fetus Doesn't Need Its Own Medical Marijuana License, Oklahoma Court Says
Oklahoma resident Amanda Aguilar was arrested after using marijuana while pregnant. Though Aguilar had a medical marijuana prescription, prosecutors reasoned that her fetus did not. They charged the mother of five with child neglect, a felony. Now, the state's highest criminal court says prosecutors had no basis to do that.
Oklahoma Tourism Department praises “Twisters,” highlights key filming locations.
(Oklahoma City) – Following the release of “Twisters,” the highly anticipated standalone sequel to the 1996 blockbuster, on July 19, the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) is highlighting some of the key filming locations in Oklahoma. With a successful opening weekend of $81.2 million at the domestic box office, “Twisters” has solidified its place as a summer blockbuster.
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