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Oklahoma City's Prairie Surf Studios makes conditions ripe for 'Twisters' to touch down in theaters
The natural disaster cult classic is back — but this time with a new plot featuring a meteorologist, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and a social media star, Glen Powell, who are on the hunt for the biggest tornadoes. It was a production Prairie Surf Studios CEO and Founder Matt Payne knew...
Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra selects OU Music student as second-chair trombone
OU announced on Wednesday that an OU student earned a seat in the Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra. Psychology junior Hope Bellows was selected through an audition process as the second-chair trombone for the orchestra, a prestigious position for a college student, according to an OU press release. Oklahoma City Philharmonic...
FDA approves first ever medicated feed for wild quail created by Texas Tech professor
A Texas Tech professor's nine-year effort research effort to develop an anthelmintic drug for parasite control in wild quail populations has gotten the final nod of approval from the FDA. According to a release from the FDA, the drug will be integrated with feed and is effective in controlling parasites in wild quail in their natural habitat. For example, eyeworm parasite infection levels in the Rolling Plains region of West Texas and cecal worms throughout Texas. ...
Owls will host Riley, Jourdain, Reynolds, Ademokoya in 2024-25
Temple announced its American Conference men's basketball pairings and a neutral site game against Rhode Island on Thursday, putting 80 percent of the 2024-25 schedule in place for Coach Adam Fisher's second season on North Broad Street. While AAC game dates won't be announced until a later date, the Owls...
Jeremiah Fears commits to Oklahoma, will reclassify
Top-25 guard Jeremiah Fears has committed to Oklahoma and plans to reclassify into the 2024 class, he announced Saturday, allowing him to suit up for the Sooners next season, though he later admitted to ESPN that "I know the SEC will be tough."
Oklahoma lands commitment from defensive lineman Floyd Boucard
Oklahoma’s journey into the SEC is complete, and in less than two months, the Sooners will take the field as SEC members. To prepare for the challenges ahead, Oklahoma had to become a better defensive unit. The most important part of this process was improving how the program recruited along the offensive and defensive lines. Brent Venables and his defensive line coach, Todd Bates, have entirely different views of what their defensive lines need to look like, and their view matched the defensive lines you see across the SEC. Teams need size up the middle at the point of attack to disrupt...
Organic transition: Theraganics closes its longtime location but will continue to provide customer favorite skincare
After 14 years natural skincare company Theraganics is closing its retail location at The Farm Shopping Center, but Theraganics as a company continues and will provide the same great products as ever, says Stephanie Roudabush, who co-owns the company with her sister, Jennifer. "We found a new manufacturing facility and...
Comanche Nation celebrates 71st annual Homecoming Powwow
WALTERS, Okla. (KSWO) - Friday was a big day for the Comanche Nation, as they began their 71st annual Homecoming Powwow. The three-day event is taking place at Sultan Park on East Colorado Street in Walters. The public is invited to come out and watch the tradition of the Comanche...
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.
KOCO 5 General Manager Brent Hensley reflects on station’s service to Oklahoma communities
MOORE, Okla. — As KOCO 5 wrapped up its On the Road tour in Moore on Friday, we looked back at the 70 years we’ve been serving Oklahoma communities. The tour gave KOCO 5 staff the opportunity to engage and celebrate with the people and places that make Oklahoma so great.
Save on clothing, footwear, and school supplies during Texas tax-free weekend
Taxpayers are encouraged to take advantage of this year's tax-free weekend, which runs from Friday, August 9 through Sunday, August 11.The video above is from ABC13's 24/7 livestream.During this special weekend, most clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks under $100 can be bought without paying sales tax.Items must be purchased from an in-person or online Texas store, or a catalog seller doing business in Texas.In most cases, you do not need to give the seller an exemption certificate to buy qualifying items tax-free. The sales tax exemption applies to qualifying items you buy during the sales tax holiday.Qualifying items:List of Clothing, Footwear, and Other ItemsList of School SuppliesItems that do not qualify:Items sold for $100 or moreClothing subscription boxesSpecially designed athletic activity or protective-use clothing or footwear Clothing or footwear rentals, alterations (including embroidery), and cleaning servicesItems used to make or repair clothing, such as fabric, thread, yarn, buttons, snaps, hooks, and zippersJewelry, handbags, purses, briefcases, luggage, umbrellas, wallets, watches, and other accessoriesComputersSoftwareTextbooksFramed backpacksLuggageBriefcasesAthletic, duffle or gym bagsComputer bagsPurses
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee dead at 74
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas), who served in Congress for nearly three decades, has died at the age of 74, her family announced Friday evening. “Today, with incredible grief for our loss yet deep gratitude for the life she shared with us, we announce the passing of United States Representative Sheila Jackson Lee of the…
OKC Homelessness Outreach Teams Helping People Seeking Shelter In Storm Drains
Oklahoma City first responders have noticed people seeking shelter in storm drains. Earlier this week, OKC firefighters rescued a woman from a flooded drain. People will seek shelter in storm drains because they provide security. However, city homeless leaders work daily to give these people another option. Unlikely places can...
Oklahoma baseball adds Liberty Flames’ Brayden Horton via transfer portal
The Oklahoma Sooners added to their roster via the transfer portal on Friday, picking up a commitment from utility player Brayden Horton. Oklahoma stayed hot on the portal trail after adding pitcher Jason Bodin earlier this week. Horton, who transfers from Liberty, announced his decision to join OU on social media. Horton played two years with the Flames, and he has has two seasons of eligibility to work with as he makes his way to Norman. Last season, he hit .274 with an on-base percentage of .403 to go with 11 home runs and 39 RBIs. Next Chapter… Go Sooners!! pic.twitter.com/VvnauH9jTZ — Brayden Horton (@BHort21)...
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