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Big Lots stores closing nationwide. What we know about Oklahoma stores
Big Lots closing dozens of stores in 2024 Declining sales and plummeting stock prices are forcing Big Lots to close stores nationwide this year. At the start of 2023 Big Lots operated 1,425 stores. That number fell to 1,392 at the beginning of 2024. ...
New Exhibit at Oklahoma History Center Museum to Showcase 75 Years of Television in the State
OKLAHOMA CITY — A new exhibit, “75 Years of Television in Oklahoma,” opens on Thursday, July 25, at the Oklahoma History Center Museum in Oklahoma City. The exhibit will feature images showcasing WKY-TV, Oklahoma’s first television station. E.K. Gaylord submitted a permit application in 1948. Two...
Two Cold Fronts and Rain Headed for Oklahoma
Oklahomans are rejoicing at the upcoming forecast because the whole state will be getting a big break from the summer heat, plus multiple rounds of storms bringing in several inches of rain. Meteorologists across the state are enthusiastically sharing the extended forecast for Oklahoma. Usually around this time of year,...
Cleveland County deputies arrest two after chase at marijuana grow operation
CLEVELAND COUNTY, OKLA (KOKH) — On July 11, Cleveland County Sheriff deputies arrested two individuals who were caught fleeing a marijuana grow operation outside Noble. Around 3 a.m., the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) received a call from an alarm company that reported footage of two male suspects attempting to break into the grow operation.
Shane Beamer details how he applied the lessons he learned at Oklahoma into being a head coach
Shane Beamer applied a lot of lessons learned from Oklahoma at South Carolina when it came to recruiting. When it comes to traveling the country for the best players, you have to do just that. The facts are the facts, as Beamer pointed out. South Carolina and Oklahoma are as...
Six Sooners Taken on Day Two of MLB Draft
NORMAN — Six Oklahoma baseball players were taken on the second day of the 2024 MLB Draft on Monday. Junior outfielder John Spikerman was the first Oklahoma player off the board, going in the third round with the 100th overall pick to the Philadelphia Phillies. Junior left-handed pitcher Braden Davis was selected in the fifth round with the 142nd pick to the St. Louis Cardinals and junior right-handed pitcher Ryan Lambert was drafted in the eighth round (233rd overall) to the New York Mets. Three Sooners went in the 10th round with senior outfielder Bryce Madron going 291st overall (St. Louis Cardinals), junior RHP Brendan Girton being selected 293rd (New York Mets) and senior infielder Michael Snyder chosen 304th (Miami Marlins).
2024 Oklahoma Sooners linebacker preview: Kip Lewis
As the 2024 college football season approaches, Oklahoma fans have plenty to be excited about, especially when it comes to their defense. One player to keep a close eye on is linebacker Kip Lewis, who is poised to have a standout season after a strong showing in 2023. The Sooner...
Pontotoc Co. Sheriff’s Office looking for missing teen
PONTOTOC COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - The Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a missing 16-year-old. According to a social media post, Isaac Byrd, 16, was last seen leaving his home in Ada around 3 p.m. on Friday, July 12. Police said he is driving a dark green 1999...
TSET Health Promotion Research Center Awards FY25 Seed Grants
The TSET Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC) at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences has announced the awardees of the FY25 seed grant program. Each grantee will receive up to $100,000 to conduct an innovative research project over 2 years. FY25 seed grants will focus on 1) understanding and addressing factors related to obesity in Oklahomans; 2) promoting active living in cancer patients; and 3) simultaneously addressing tobacco cessation and physical activity.
TPD Lieutenant under investigation following Facebook post about Trump assassination attempt
TULSA, Okla. — A Tulsa Police lieutenant is currently facing an internal investigation following a Facebook post regarding the assassination attempt on Former President Donald Trump.
‘Freak accident’ between 2 state corrections employees leaves 1 dead, 1 injured
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections says two of its employees were involved in a shocking traffic accident near Oklahoma City. One man died in the early Sunday morning crash. Cpl. Robert Sumner worked at the John Lilley Correctional Center in Boley. He was on his way in a state van...
Live weather radar updates: Watch thunderstorms roll through Bartlesville, Pawhuska
The potential for thunderstorms in the region exists through the end of this week, according to the National Weather Service. With a heat wave hitting the area and humidity high, thunderstorms are move likely in the evening. It's hot Bartlesville and Pawhuska!Excessive heat warning issued for region. Oklahoma weather radar.
Alan Bowman using seventh season to polish legacy with Cowboys
LAS VEGAS — The quarterback led Oklahoma State all the way to the Big 12 Championship Game last season, but it wasn’t enough, and now he’s eager to finish the job this fall. Alan Bowman’s journey up to this point is nothing short of inspiring. After all,...
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