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IJA and SJN announce newsrooms selected for 2024-25 Health Equity Initiative cohort
TAHLEQUAH – The Solutions Journalism Network and Indigenous Journalists Association have partnered to launch the 2024-25 Health Equity Initiative, a project to support newsrooms in covering issues of health equity through a solutions lens. Over the course of a year, these newsrooms will gain a deep understanding of solutions...
Dombrowski part of River City Players in Oklahoma
A familiar name to Stanly County is acting in Oklahoma this summer. But it is not the musical “Oklahoma!” The River City Players at Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is celebrating its 41st season of performances at the NSU Playhouse with a nostalgic lineup. The 2024 summer series is titled “River City Players: As […] The post Dombrowski part of River City Players in Oklahoma appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Dean of NSU College of Optometry announced
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – After a nationwide search, Northeastern State University has selected Dr. Nathan Lighthizer as the Dean for the NSU Oklahoma College of Optometry. Lighthizer officially took over his new position July 1. Lighthizer previously served as the associate dean of NSUOCO, where he worked to promote the...
Oklahoma food donation law making small impact
OKLAHOMA CITY– Watching students throw leftover cafeteria food away each day, a Clinton woman’s heart broke. Sally James, 70, who used to work in a public school cafeteria, said the amount of food she saw tossed every day was hard to watch. It was especially difficult as a senior citizen who has to pick between […] The post Oklahoma food donation law making small impact appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
UPDATE: All southbound lanes open at I-35 and I-44
OKLAHOMA CITY — UPDATE: As of 11:45 a.m., all lanes of southbound Interstate 35 at Interstate 44 are now open. As of 8:45 a.m. Friday, southbound Interstate 35 at Interstate 44 is narrowed to one lane after a crash in a work zone, according to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation.
Oklahomans are getting disaster recovery help thanks to this nonprofit group
Like many disaster survivors, a Slaughterville woman found her path to recovery fraught with financial concerns, insurance issues and other obstacles. Carolyn Shockey and her son faced some of these roadblocks after two storms damaged their mobile home but they are currently on the right "ROAD" due to the efforts of a group of nonprofit agencies.
Cellphones in schools, vaping and vouchers: Oklahoma Senate to study 39 issues in interim
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma senators during the interim are expected to take a deep dive into cellphones in schools, voucher costs and other topics. Senate President Pro Tem Greg Treat, R-Oklahoma City, approved 39 interim study requests. The requests have been assigned to committees. The committee chairperson will determine whether or not the study...
Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail financed, awaiting action from governor
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma’s 13 original Black towns will soon be connected on the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail. The trail will link towns that are significant to civil rights history through a grant program with the Oklahoma Historical Society. Because the towns cover a vast geography, the trail will allow visitors to pick and choose […] The post Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail financed, awaiting action from governor appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Artificial intelligence degree programs to be available at Oklahoma universities
OKLAHOMA CITY – Students at some of Oklahoma’s public colleges and universities will soon be able to pursue undergraduate degrees in artificial intelligence. The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education approved artificial intelligence degree programs at Rose State College, Southwestern Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma on June 4. While some universities have […] The post Artificial intelligence degree programs to be available at Oklahoma universities appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Oklahoma Weather Update: Showers Taper Off by Evening
Tulsa, OK – Light rain is expected to shift southward this morning, with chances diminishing by the evening. According to the US National Weather Service in Tulsa, severe weather is not anticipated. The forecast for today includes a 10-20% chance of showers in the Tulsa area, with temperatures peaking at 87°F.
Oklahoma Czechs seek royalty contestants
Oklahoma Czechs, Inc, is now accepting applications for their 2024-2025 Oklahoma Czech-Slovak Royalty. They are looking for individuals to represent and promote Yukon’s Oklahoma Czech Festival and Oklahoma Czechs. Candidates must be Oklahoma residents of Czech or Slovak descent or legally adopted by a parent of Czech or Slovak...
Oklahoma women robbed of critical resources, entry point into politics
Stacey is a political science professor and program coordinator for political science at Rose State College. Stacey is a member of Scholars Strategy Network. The University of Oklahoma’s recent decision to shutter a longstanding program intended to encourage, empower and educate female Oklahoma college students to pursue civic and political service careers has deeply unsettled me.
Oklahoma judge creates new large poultry farm requirements for Agriculture Department
A district judge in Delaware County ruled that the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry must give greater public notice, and consider public input and pollution issues prior to authorizing the construction of large poultry farms. Judge David Crutchfield issued the order in a case against the Agriculture Department....
Watch Now: The Folds Of Honor Freedomfest Fireworks Show, With Music!
Fireworks shows lit up the skies across Green Country last night as Oklahomans celebrated Independence Day. The Folds of Honor Freedomfest fireworks show was earlier than planned due to rain, so News on 6 aired the show at 9:30 p.m., pairing the dazzling display with the synchronized music. Families and...
OHP: Several Drownings Thursday, Lake Thunderbird Drowning Victim Identified
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has responded to several reported drownings in Oklahoma. One of which was at Lake Thunderbird. OHP identified the Lake Thunderbird drowning victim as 53-year-old Sean Mooney, from Harrah. OHP confirmed that Mooney was working on his boat and fell overboard for an unknown reason on Wednesday,...
St. Louis Closer And Tahlequah Native Ryan Helsley Named NL Reliever Of The Month
St. Louis Cardinals closer and Tahlequah native Ryan Helsley has been named the NL Reliever of the Month for June. This is the 2nd time this season the former NSU Riverhawk has earned the honor. He picked up his 1st NL Reliever of the Month in April. Helsley pitched in...
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