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OSU Wrestling: Details of David Taylor’s Contract Released
PFB obtained details of new Oklahoma State wrestling coach David Taylor’s contract on Friday. Taylor, 33, was hired to replace John Smith, who retired after leading the Cowboys for 33 years. Smith made $500,000 in 2023, according to Tulsa World’s state employee salary database. According to the six-year...
‘There's Life Because They're Alive’: Barnsdall Woman Finds Hope In Town's Future After Sunflowers Bloom Amidst Debris
Two and a half months after a deadly EF-4 tornado went through Barnsdall, new symbols of hope are blossoming around town. "Everybody lost everything, and I just feel so guilty because my house is standing, but I thank God for it every day," said Lela Moles. Lela Moles lived in...
Get Real Ministries Presents Jesus Burger July 20
Get Real Ministries presents its montly Jesus Bruger event at noon on Saturday, July 20 at 411 West 14th Street in Bartlesville. Appearing on COMMUNITY CONNECTION, Pastors Rando and Shiloh Gamble invited everyone to Jesus Burger andbe fed spirituality and physically with others that have recovered from ALL kinds of addictions, and life struggles that have been healed or being healed. Shiloh said, "We will fight the fight with you! Come witness the Miracles on 14th Street."
Accused pedophile teacher cases highlights problem of school enablers
In October 2023, police officers met with Miami Public Schools officials regarding allegations that teacher/coach Kanyen Derris Cole had engaged in inappropriate conduct or relationships with female students. That investigation, which included interviews with three former student victims, resulted in charges being filed against Cole, who had moved on from...
4 dead in Broken Arrow in possible murder-suicide
Four people were found dead Friday at a home in Broken Arrow and the incident is being investigated as a possible murder-suicide, the Broken Arrow Police Department said. Dispatchers received a call from someone inside the residence in the 1600 block of W. Toledo Place about gunshots being heard and police arrived at about 10:55 a.m. to find the four people dead inside.
Bartlesville Man Arrested on Two Felony Counts of Animal Cruelty
A Bartlesville man was seen in Washington County Court on Friday on two felony counts of animal abuse. Braiden Wait was arrested after five dogs were found locked in various rooms at a homee he had previously been renting on the 300 block of N Oak St. with no air conditioning, water, or food for a week.
Charges filed in check fraud case
NEWKIRK — A warrant is issued for Travis James Milbourn, 32, and a court date set for Lacy Laverne Wilson, 35, both of Ponca City, in Kay Count District Court. Both are facing three felony counts of computer fraud, unlawful use of a computer system, uttering a forged instrument and conspiracy.
Yukon Veterans Museum honors military history and those who lived through it
YUKON, Okla. — The Yukon Veterans Museum offers visitors a glimpse at history, but much of it is about family. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. "There are a lot of stories that come in. I wish I could say all of them are positive. Some of them are negative,” said Jerry Icenhower, archivist at the Yukon Veterans Museum.
Oklahoma City man sentenced to 25 years for trafficking fentanyl-laced pills
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — An Oklahoma City man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for Fentanyl trafficking. Lammon Russell Blonner, 27, was involved in a conspiracy to traffic more than 46 pounds of Fentanyl-laced pills. According to an affidavit in a previously filed criminal complaint, law...
Tulsa Public Schools launches Bridge to Graduation program for at-risk students
TULSA, OK (KTUL) — Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) has announced a new program to help at-risk students graduate. Bridge to Graduation is a summer program for Tulsa students funded by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Students enrolled in credit recovery will work with TPS staff to recover missing...
Now-former Cache Ag teacher says she plans on appealing termination decision
CACHE, Okla. (KSWO) - The now-former Cache teacher who was terminated from her position after a lengthy board meeting Tuesday, July 16, is speaking out. Kelly Jenkins’ employment with the district was the subject of the contentious meeting that lasted the entire day. Testimony was heard from school officials...
Sallisaw wrestler makes national quarterfinals at Fargo
FARGO, N.D. — Sallisaw Black Diamonds wrestler Cason Craft is still in line to be a national champion. At the 2024 National Junior Wrestling Tournament, Craft won his third and fourth matches at 106 pounds in the Junior Freestyle Division of the event to make it to the quarterfinals. Craft, who won the Class 4A State Tournament at 106 pounds last February, defeated Virginia’s Jonathan French 10-0 in the round of 32 and beat California’s Elias Briones 10-0 in the round of 16 to put him in a quarterfinals match against New Jersey’s Charles Esposito.
New Roads Pave Way For Tulsa Homeless Housing Project
A new community is being built in Tulsa to help house people experiencing homelessness. While completion of the tiny home village is still months away, crews are making progress on unique roads at the development. When you think of roads being laid for a neighborhood, asphalt or concrete might come...
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