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'Fix Our Fridge' campaign to help fix appliance Homeless Alliance uses to feed hundreds
A local nonprofit is raising money to help continue its mission to provide free meals for people experiencing homelessness. Funds from the Homeless Alliance's "Fix Our Fridge" campaign will be used to repair the walk-in refrigerator in the nonprofit's day shelter. Taylor Self, Homeless Alliance communications director, said the campaign...
Brent Venables' long-standing relationships fortify faith in new offensive coordinators: 'Leaders of leaders'
The move to the Southeastern Conference has begun for the Oklahoma Sooners. This transition comes at a time where the program is no stranger to change. From key roster turnover to major 'front office' style moves off the field and whatever in between, Brent Venables has had to embrace 'new'. But sometimes the old can shape the new and encourage evolution. That's where Brent Venables is as he navigates life with a new offensive staff.
Thunder legend slated to sign with direct conference threat, join forces with 3x MVP
Since departing from the OKC Thunder back in the summer of 2019, Russell Westbrook's career has seen a turn for the worse. Despite being an eight-time All-Star and an NBA MVP during his 11 year reign out in Loud City, during the five following his tenure the point guard has found himself suiting up for three separate organizations and, over time, lose his regular spot within a starting lineup.
Interactive children’s storytelling comes to Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center
VINITA – Enjoy an interactive day of immersive children’s storytelling July 27 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center. Children of all ages are invited to gather for “Ours to Tell: Cherokee Children’s Stories” at the 2023 Tribal Destination of the Year. The special event will feature performances throughout the day from celebrated Cherokee storytellers including Cherokee National Treasure Robert Lewis and Cherokee Nation citizens Traci Sorell and Candice Byrd Boney.
TRS approves reduction in monthly medical premiums for retired teachers
TEXAS (KMID/KPEJ)- State Representative Brooks Landgraf announced Friday that the Texas Retirement System of Texas has approved a long-awaited reduction in monthly premiums for TRS-Care Medicare Advantage. Landgraf, along with other lawmakers and retired teachers across Texas began fighting for this reduction several years ago. “The hard work has paid off,” Landgraf said. “The TRS health […]
Utility providers are helping customers with utility bills amid hotter temps
With hotter summer temperatures among us, it can lead many to see a higher utility bill. Xcel Energy and Atmos Energy are working to help their customers with these higher bills.
Stuff The Bus: Donate school supplies for kids who can't afford them
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Hundreds of Amarillo kids will start school on Aug. 15 without the proper school supplies because their family can't afford them. So we're asking for your help to change that by participating in our annual Stuff The Bus school supply drive. From July 29-Aug. 9,...
Actor Matthew McConaughey brings attention to Ruidoso by sharing donation link
A Hollywood actor joined the effort to help residents in Ruidoso by sharing a donation link with millions of followers on social media. Matthew McConaughey posted how to help those impacted by wildfires and flooding on Facebook and Instagram on Thursday, July 18. The actor has a combined 19.8 million...
Oklahoma awarded $124 million federal grant to replace Lake Texoma bridge
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is going to replace the US-70 Roosevelt Bridge across Lake Texoma using the largest federal grant in the agency’s history. The White House announced this week the project is approved for $124 million through the Federal Highway Administration’s Bridge Investment Program. The grant will pay for replacement of the bridge, which opened in 1945 and connected Kingston and Durant in southeastern Oklahoma.
How 'Twisters' Will Impact The Film Industry In Oklahoma
'Twisters,' the sequel to the 1996 movie 'Twister' premieres Friday to worldwide audiences. The 2024 movie stars Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar Jones, who are storm chasers following a swarm of tornadoes in Oklahoma. Both movies were filmed in Oklahoma, with the sequel utilizing many locations in downtown Oklahoma City,...
Ryan Walters responds to Oklahoma teacher's controversial Trump comment, calls for firing
An Ardmore teacher is under fire after Libs of TikTok reposted a comment made on social media about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Earlier this week, according to the Libs of TikTok post on X (formerly Twitter), the teacher replied to a Facebook post commenting on the unsuccessful assassination attempt, saying "Wish they had a better scope.”
Serial mail thieves sentenced after robbing USPS carriers and stealing over $500K
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — In March of 2023, we reported on an armed robbery of a USPS mail carrier in Stillwater. A month later, on April 17, 2023, the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) Inspectors tracked and observed an individual unlocking mailboxes with a stolen "Arrow Key," removing U.S. mail, and placing the mail in a trash bag in Edmond before attempting to get away.
Norman Music Institute Shares Details Of Upcoming Seminar Featuring Well-Known Drummer On The Porch
Norman Music Institute is hosting a free drum seminar on Friday night with a high-profile drummer. Dean Brown, the owner of Norman Music Institute, said Gregg Bissonette, the drummer for Ringo Starr and other musicians, will teach the seminar and share insight into the music business. Brown said the seminar...
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