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Oklahoma reaches top-five for 2026 offensive lineman William Conroy
The Oklahoma Sooners got some good news from the recruiting trail recently. Will Conroy announced via social media a list of his top-five schools at this point in his recruitment. The Crimson and Cream were able to make the cut. Oklahoma was listed alongside programs like Michigan, Miami, Arizona State...
Oklahoma Sooners boast number of difference-makers at safety
Billy Bowman was one of the best defensive players in the nation in 2023. His six interceptions and three interceptions returned for a touchdown put him on the map in Oklahoma’s final year in the Big 12. In year one in the SEC, Bowman, along with fellow defender Danny Stutsman, earned first-team All-SEC honors from SEC media.
Florida group helps Sulphur tornado victims with free clothing drive
It’s been three months since an E-F 3 tornado ripped through Sulphur. As they work to rebuild, a non-profit from Florida called Save The Closet stepped in to help. The founder said they travel to different states after natural disasters to give away free clothes to residents.
Oklahoma inside top-six for elite hoops prospect John Clark
The Oklahoma men's basketball program got some good news from the recruiting trail recently. John Clark announced via social media a list of his top-six schools at this point in his recruitment. The Crimson and Cream was able to make the cut. Oklahoma was listed alongside programs like Kansas, Texas,...
NEWS: JetBlue Adds 3 NEW Nonstop Flights to Orlando Airport
There are a lot of things you need to consider when planning a Disney World trip. You’ll need to figure out your budget. Then you’ll need to pick your hotel, decide what kind of park ticket to get, and figure out HOW you’re getting to Orlando. Now, the latter is starting to get a lot easier, especially if you plan on flying because Orlando International Airport is getting new nonstop flights all the time. Now, several new nonstop flights have been added to the airport.
Another North Texan is a millionaire after winning Choctaw promotion
DURANT, Okla. — Another North Texan won a million early Sunday as part of a summer promotion at Choctaw Casino & Resort. Carl Stone of Trenton, Texas was declared the winner of the competition's second grand prize $1 million drawing, the casino announced in a press release. He is one of three rewards club members who will win $1 million this summer, the release states.
Alumnus Tim Latimer is finding a way to expand geothermal energy
University of Tulsa mechanical engineering alumnus Tim Latimer (BS ’12) was dealing with drilling equipment that kept breaking from the high temperatures deep underground. “I had never even heard of ‘geothermal’ at that point,” Latimer says. “But it was where all the solutions for high-temperature drilling were, so I did more and more research.”
Chase McDermand Ends 20-Race Drought Day After 24th Birthday at Tulsa Speedway
TULSA, OK (July 27, 2024) — There was one thing Chase McDermand wanted for his 24th birthday; something he hadn’t experienced in 10 months. On Saturday night at Tulsa Speedway, albeit a day late, he got it – a win with the Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series presented by Toyota.
Man Shot, Killed In Tulsa Grocery Store Parking Lot
A man is dead after a shooting overnight in Tulsa, police confirm. Tulsa Police said a man was found dead with a gunshot wound in the Aldi's parking lot at E. 21st St. and S. 129th E. Ave. TPD and the Medical Examiner's Office are investigating at the scene. There...
Yukon Sunset mural hits big screen in ‘Twisters’
A unique tourist attraction painted on the side of a downtown Yukon office building can be seen in a summer blockbuster filmed in Oklahoma. The movie “Twisters” has taken box offices by storm nationwide since its July 19th release by Universal Pictures. A nighttime, driving shot was filmed...
Purcell Animal Shelter updates procedures for accepting animals
PURCELL, OKLA (KOKH) — The Purcell Animal Shelter sent out a notice to Purcell about new procedures about their abandonment policy and accepting animals. According to Purcell Animal Shelter, the number of dogs coming from outside city limits has been overwhelming, leading to the shelter prioritizing resources within city limits.
2025 NBA Mock Draft: Thunder Boost Frontcourt with Asa Newell; Clippers in Lottery Predicted
The OKC Thunder improved their frontcourt by signing Isaiah Hartenstein, addressing size and depth issues from the previous season. Despite this upgrade, there is still a need for another traditional big man to strengthen their rotation, as suggested by Bleacher Report's Jonathan Wasserman. With the possibility to land a top-14 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Thunder could benefit from their rights to swap picks with the Clippers, potentially receiving the 10th pick and selecting promising prospect Asa Newell.
Our triple-digit temperature stretch begins today | 7/28 AM
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Happy Sunday, Texoma! We are going to be seeing a ridge of high pressure building this week across our area, leaving us very dry and very hot. Afternoon highs today will reach the triple-digit mark across many locations under a mostly sunny sky. Southerly winds will blow between 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.
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