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Oklahoma weather experts help 'Twisters' film come to life
A red-carpet premiere of the new "Twisters" movie was held in downtown Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on Monday night. Cast members and the director made appearances ahead of the film's debut, along with weather experts and scientists. "In Arkansas, where I grew up, we watched 'Twister' quite a lot as well,...
These Are The Years Oklahoma Saw The Most Tornadoes
In the new summer blockbuster "Twisters," the characters are gearing up for a massive tornado outbreak in Oklahoma. That plot of the movie isn't necessarily off base. Oklahoma has seen some of its biggest tornado outbreaks over that past couple of decades, and the possibility of more tornadoes in the years to come is expected to increase due to climate change.
Storm Chances Increase For Oklahoma This Weekend
As "Twisters" blows into theaters, actual storm chances will increase for Oklahoma this weekend! Strong storms are expected to enter the Sooner State on Saturday, July 20. Although "Twisters" is set during the spring time in Oklahoma, which is the prime season for tornadoes in the state, Oklahoma gets strong to severe thunderstorms throughout the year. As for the storms on Saturday, these storms are expected to be strong, not severe, bringing in gusty winds and a lot of rain.
Here’s What It’s Like to See Oklahoma Film ‘Twisters’ In 4DX
One of the standout lines from "Twisters" comes from Glen Powell's character, a loose-cannon tornado wrangler, that has a callback to his followers, "If you feel it, chase it." Most Oklahomans have felt what it's like to be near tornadic weather, and for some, it becomes an addiction, which is why we have storm chasers and films like "Twisters" in the first place.
Review – ‘Twisters’ an insult to science, people of Oklahoma
Review – ‘Twisters’ an insult to science, people of OklahomaOne of the biggest film productions OK has ever seen, blockbuster "Twisters" rains down moronic psuedo-science on top of a bland, ultra-predictable story. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Okla. Gov. Stitt says GOP is 'clearly behind Trump' and has 'never been more unified'
Gov. Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma endorsed former President Trump after his first choice, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, dropped out of the primary race earlier this year. Stitt joined Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett at the Republican National Convention to discuss the presidential race.
Army Community Service celebrates 59th birthday
FORT SILL, Okla. (KSWO) - The Army Community Service (ACS) celebrated its anniversary as an organization Friday, July 19. The ACS has a wide range of free programs they offer soldiers and their families, which is why Friday was a big cause for celebration. The group turned 59-years-old and no...
Fifteen organizations come together for Lawton aerospace, aviation STEM events
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The FISTA innovation park, Lawton Teamwork makes the Dream work, and the Next Step are coming together for the Simon Berry project: “All Things Aviation” event next week. A total of 15 different organizations are coming to the FISTA complex to present different aerospace...
Cameron’s Master of Education degree gets new concentration option
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Students in Cameron University’s Master of Education degree program now have the option of a School Counseling concentration. The concentration is set up to give educators a pathway to receive training and eventually certification in Pre-K through 12th grade school counseling. In a press release,...
Two Southwest Oklahoma men sentenced in federal court for separate crimes
OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) - Two men from Southwest Oklahoma have been sentenced in federal court for separate crimes they committed. A man from Lawton learned his fate, after he was sentenced in federal court for drug and firearm charges. Skyler Lee Pasley will spend the next 11 years behind bars...
Fatal Collision on I-44 Claims Life of Nowata Man
A tragic collision on Interstate 44 east of 193rd E Ave has resulted in the death of Jason L. Hurd, a 50-year-old resident of Nowata, Oklahoma. The incident occurred around 8:56 PM within the city limits of Catoosa, in Rogers County. According to authorities, Hurd was riding a 2018 Kawasaki...
Lawton, Oklahoma’s Walmart Among The First To Get New Restaurant
Some of Oklahoma's Walmarts are on the list for a new addition. After years of going without a sit, stay and pay place, a new restaurant is moving in. Mr. Gatti's Pizza, based out of Fort Worth, just partnered with Walmart to open 92 new locations in 4 different states in the U.S. and Oklahoma is one of them.
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