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Engage and express: New creative center builds upon private school’s artistic endeavors
Riverfield Country Day School continues to invest in its students’ artistic abilities with its new Center for Creativity, an art hotspot where the sky’s the limit. Head of School Jerry Bates beams with pride introducing the new facility. “When you transform your thinking into some form of expression, it really helps solidify your learning,” Bates says.
Beyond the bell: New program from The Opportunity Project supports the education workforce and families through after-school programs
This past academic year, Tulsa youth had access to 450 after-school experiences thanks to The Opportunity Project and its 80-plus community partners. The Opp Project is the lead agency for Out-of-School-Time in Tulsa, connecting youth, families, educators, program providers and municipal agencies. “Our mission is to ensure all Tulsa youth...
Comfort by design: The Dolphin Fine Linens relocates to new Utica Square location
For more than three decades, The Dolphin Fine Linens has been a cornerstone of the Utica Square shopping experience, offering Tulsans the finest in luxury comfort lines of towels, soaps, lotions and, of course, linens. In addition to retail, The Dolphin also offers full design services to its clients, and...
Man In Custody Following Standoff Along Highway 169 Near Collinsville
A 42-year-old man is in custody accused of leading law enforcement on a chase on Highway 169 north of Collinsville on Tuesday. Tulsa County Deputies say the call started as a check on a possibly armed suicidal suspect. That suspect has been identified as Donald Schnell. Deputies and the Oklahoma...
'Wrecked Our World': Family Grieving 3 Hospitalized, 1 Dead After Fatal Hit-And-Run
Family has identified the woman killed in a Norman hit-and-run Sunday as Lindsay Badger. Her mother-in-law, Denise Badger, says her family is coming together to support Lindsay's husband and children, who survived the crash. "In an instant, our lives changed. Someone's recklessness took away a part of our life," Badger...
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…
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