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Dozens of murals showcase creativity and innovation in Enid
KOCO 5 is back On the Road to celebrate our 70th anniversary, starting where it all began — in Enid. We walked around Enid all Monday morning and learned about the history and culture that makes it unique, including how the town has around 80 murals. KOCO 5 couldn't scratch the surface of all the beautiful murals throughout Enid, but we got to stop by three that were recently finished.
Her hearing implant was preapproved. But she still received multiple $139,000 bills
Caitlyn Mai woke up one morning in middle school so dizzy she couldn't stand and also deaf in one ear, the result of an infection that affected one of her cranial nerves. Though her balance recovered, the hearing never came back. Growing up, she learned to cope — but it...
Historic Oklahoma vs. Tennessee College Football SEC Game: Date, Tickets, and More
The SEC matchup between Oklahoma and marks a historic weekend in Norman, with the Sooners hosting the Volunteers for just the second time in their history. Last time the two teams faced off was in 2015 with Oklahoma securing a double-overtime win. Josh Heupel's Vols, after an 11-2 season in...
The Porch Visits Edmond Theatre Company To Learn Trendy New Dance Moves
A local kids theatre company is putting on a series of concerts this summer that will showcase a variety of different routines and dance moves. News 9's Jordan Ryan took the Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to Stage 405 in Edmond to take a peek into their new summer shows. While...
Muskogee bond proposal indefinitely postponed
MUSKOGEE, Okla. (KTUL) — It was just a month ago that Muskogee officials held a public meeting to tout the benefits of voting yes for a $77 million bond initiative. "This is how we move forward as a community," said city manager Mike Miller. And putting the initiative to...
National High School Rodeo Finals Barrel Racing Results: Kloe Nichols Takes Victory!
National High School Rodeo Association Barrel racing results from the National High School Rodeo Finals on July 15, including top performers like Kloe Nichols and McKynlie Bowers. 1. Kloe Nichols, Boulder, Wyo., 17.478. 2. McKynlie Bowers, Woodward, Okla., 17.566. State of Play. Top contestants from various locations across the USA...
Buckskin Horse Show Brings Hundreds Of Riders To Tulsa Fairgrounds
A prestigious horse event is back at the fairgrounds this year. The American Buckskin Registry World Show has been in Tulsa since the year 2000. Riding horses has been a constant in Dusty Moore’s life, but he only started competing at shows in 2019. “Kind of new to the...
Illuminating Christmas attraction helps put Enid on the map each holiday season
ENID, Okla. — One of the attractions that has put Enid on the map in recent years is its newest holiday phenomenon – a giant Christmas tree. At one time, Enid was the home to the world's tallest Christmas tree. The 122-foot Christ Tree brings tens of thousands of people to Enid each year.
350,000 records of American Indian history made public through Tulsa Public Library System
(MUSCOGEE NATION) Thanks to research, reporting and a generous donation from Verified News Network (VNN) Oklahoma, for the first time ever, an extensive digital collection of American Indian history is now available at no cost to the public through the Tulsa Public Library System. As of July 12, anyone with...
Mullet over: Norman boy aims for best hair
A local Norman boy Cameron Nutt is going for best mullet in the country for ages 0 to 4. Cameron was born with a full head of hair but with a gnarly cowlick in the front... as the son of a hairstylist, getting a toddler to sit still for a haircut was quite a challenge in itself.. on top of a cowlick... so what does one do? business in the front and party in the back... fast forward to halloween,... they decided that he should be the former ou football player brian bosworth "the boz" and added the lines to the sides. needless to say, his hair compliments his personality!
Under-the-radar offseason move tabbed as 'fantastic piece of business' for Thunder
Though the signing of Isaiah Hartenstein in free agency has been the move that has drawn the most attention from fans and news cycles, Dan Devine of Yahoo Sports seems to believe there's one particular "under-the-radar" move made by this OKC Thunder team that could prove to be just as beneficial.
Miami Animal Alliance shoe drive ends August 1
MIAMI, Okla. — A shoe drive is being held to raise funds for medical care for more than 100 kittens and puppies at a Miami animal shelter. The Miami Animal Alliance shoe drive fundraiser ends on August 1. Those wishing to donate can bring gently worn, used and new shoes to 211 Pine, North Miami. […]
The Porch: Tulsa Mentorship Program Hosts Bowl For Kids' Sake Fundraiser
A Tulsa mentorship program is having one of its biggest fundraisers of the year. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma is asking the community to Bowl For Kids' Sake. "It is teams of six working together to collaboratively raise $900," said Abi Sutherland, Tulsa Area Director. Teams that meet that...
Thunder vs Heat recap: Ajay Mitchell shines, but OKC falls to 0-2 in NBA Summer League
LAS VEGAS — The Thunder fell to 0-2 in Las Vegas Summer League, falling to the Heat in a 102-73 loss Monday. Here are three takeaways: More: Where does OKC Thunder's Big Three rank in the NBA for 2024-25 season? ...
97th Air Mobility Wing to conduct ‘Antiterrorism’ exercise on Altus AFB
ALTUS AFB, Okla. (KSWO) - The 97th Air Mobility Wing will be conducting “Antiterrorism” exercises on Altus Air Force Base on Wednesday, July 17. According to the Altus Air Force Base, exercises like the one they will be performing are used to evaluate the Department of Defense response actions.
Mike Roters Named Women’s Golf Coach at The University of Tulsa
TULSA, Okla. – The University of Tulsa Vice President and Director of Athletics Justin Moore announced the appointment of Mike Roters as the school's head women's golf coach. A former golf professional, Roters has spent the past three seasons at South Carolina as an assistant coach on the women's golf team under Head Coach Kalen Anderson.
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