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Popular Family Friendly Events Happening This Weekend in Oklahoma
It's Labor Day weekend this coming weekend! In Oklahoma, it's an official marker of the end of summer; workers celebrate the (hopefully) soon-to-be end of those summer temps and families take a breather after getting back in the groove of school. If you're a hard worker, this weekend is meant...
Lady Bulldogs face tough stretch of games
The Okmulgee Lady Bulldogs softball team recently encountered a tough series of games, showing resilience and determination despite facing formidable opponents. In their matchup against Kiefer JV, the Lady Bulldogs started strong, tying the game 4-4 in the bottom of the third inning, thanks to key plays by Tiah Harjo and Makiya Hill. However, Kiefer JV took control in the fourth inning, scoring eight runs to secure a 12-4 victory. Despite the loss, Harjo led Okmulgee with two RBIs, and the team put up a solid fight until the end.
Oklahoma mom receives probation for shooting, killing daughter
TULSA, Okla. — A Nowata County woman was sentenced to three years probation for shooting her daughter. Amanda Moffett, 44, of Nowata, pleaded guilty in October to involuntary manslaughter. Her 16-year-old daughter, Laramie Moffett, died six years earlier on Oct. 5, 2018. On Tuesday, she appeared in District Court in Tulsa for her sentencing before District […]
Lawsuit between tribal member, Broken Arrow Public Schools settled
According to court documents, Black says in 2022, two Broken Arrow High School faculty members attempted to remove an eagle feather attached to her graduation cap before she walked onto the field for the ceremony. Broken Arrow Public Schools refute Black’s claims, stating that while two employees did speak to...
Mother wants answers after son comes home from school with hair cut
A family in Red Rock, Oklahoma, wants answers after their son, who is autistic and non-verbal, came home from school with his hair cut. The family said long hair is part of their Native American culture and they want to know what happened.
MHS Band impresses at Community Preview Night
Bronco Stadium was overflowing with optimism, excitement and music throughout Community. Preview Night this past Friday. The event featured the Mustang High School Marching Band, and showcased the first part of its. new Marching Show “Surely, You Jest” to the public for the first time. Ryan Edgmon, the...
Gillespie emerges victorious in state Senate runoff, Davis toppled
In an election that will be crucial to the future of Broken Arrow, Christi Gillespie won the Republican runoff election Tuesday for the District 33 state Senate seat. Gillespie, who is Broken Arrow’s vice mayor, defeated opponent Shelley Gwartney with 55% of the vote compared to Gwartney’s 45%, after the two emerged from a four-way primary election in June.
Thursday Night Cruisers make donation to Mustang Fire Department
Members of the Thursday Night Cruisers were on scene at the Mustang Masonic Lodge this past. weekend and made a significant contribution to the Mustang Fire Department while there. MFD Chief Craig Carruth accepted a donation through a check totaling $1,000 from the club. Steve Rose, the Thursday Night Cruisers...
Will I be taxed on this? Grocery tax cut breakdown
On Thursday, a price break at the grocery store goes into effect as Oklahoma is dropping the state grocery tax. It's important to know that municipal grocery taxes remain and many items in your grocery store are not included in the new tax break.
Arvest Foundation Supports Special Olympics Oklahoma
The Arvest Foundation recently announced a $5,000 contribution to Special Olympics Oklahoma. The funds will support the upcoming Special Olympics by providing general operational support in facilitating outreach and programmatic support through statewide initiatives for over 10,000 athletes. Arvest loan manager Jay Dyer presented the check to chief operating officer...
Oklahoma Is The Site Of the Country’s Largest Carbon Removal Plant
A startup says that Osage County, Oklahoma, is the home to the largest carbon capture project in the United States. Project Bantam is a collaborative effort between Heimdal and carbon capture firm CapturePoin and recently opened on Aug. 13 in Shidler, Oklahoma. CapturePoint is using the facility’s captured carbon dioxide (CO2) to remove more oil from a nearby well.
Pre-registration a must for Sept. 26 Community Baby Shower
A Drive Through Community Baby Shower will take place on Sept. 26 from 5-7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Eufaula, 400 Foley. Participants who wish to take advantage of the program will need to register ahead of time. For information call 918-689-7505. McIntosh County Coalition for a Healthy...
Webbers Falls offense scores four TDs in first scrimmage of season
ARKOMA — The Webbers Falls Warriors football team got its first game-like situation against Tulsa’s Crossover Prep and two Arkansas schools — Cornerstone Christian Academy from Kennett, Ark., and Southwest Christian from Little Rock, Ark. — last Thursday night at Mustang Field. Brutus Robinson threw two...
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