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Economist Reacts To Olympic Events Coming To Oklahoma City
As the world prepares for the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, Oklahomans are anticipating their own Olympic future in 2028. Officials announced in June that Oklahoma City would host the Canoe Slalom and Softball events during LA28. Economist Steve Agee said basic economic principles have made the practice of spreading events to other cities more widely accepted.
Two separate incidents in Granite lead to drug trafficking charges for 4
GRANITE, Okla. (KSWO) - Two separate incidents in Granite have led to the arrest of four individuals who are now facing charges of trafficking. In the first incident, James Kenneth Ford III and Ajalein D’Undre Tyrik Monroe both face three counts of trafficking a controlled and dangerous substance as well as conspiracy. Ford faces an additional charge of driving without a driver’s license.
Tulsa Nonprofit Assisting Immigrants On Path To Citizenship
A Tulsa nonprofit has added a new free service to help immigrants in the city on their path to becoming a U.S. citizen. Leaders from the Tulsa Immigrant Community Development Corporation said their new naturalization program helps provide financial assistance to cover the citizenship process. TICDC executive director Luis Flores...
From dining spot to learning center: Potential new purpose for Ardmore building
ARDMORE, Okla. (KTEN) — The building at 127 West Main Street in downtown Ardmore has been sitting vacant since December after Sunset Grill had to close its doors for good. "It's a large building. It's a beautiful building. It's fully sprinkled, and so it's just been sitting vacant. It needs a large tenant," Ardmore community development director Jessica Scott said.
Program To Provide TPS Students With Free School Meals
Students at Tulsa Public Schools won't have to worry about paying for breakfast and lunch starting this fall. TPS is taking advantage of a USDA program to provide all 34,000 students in their district with free school meals. Cafeteria staff say this program will go a long way in helping...
Midstream associations select top executive
Sarah Miller will replace Joel Moxley as the top executive for GPA Midstream Association and GPSA Midstream Suppliers when Moxley retires in September. “The GPA Midstream Executive Committee is excited to have someone with Sarah’s mix of skills, intellect and experience to lead the organization into its next chapter,” says GPA Midstream Chair Micheal Dunn, who is COO of The Williams Companies. “Her strategic vision for the organization and familiarity with the midstream business will serve member companies and help us all navigate the future of energy.”
Jefferson Starship celebrates its 50-year legacy in Tulsa Nov. 23
TULSA – Jefferson Starship, renowned as “the road-conquering heroes,” will ignite the stage, singing their epic catalog of rock classics at the Hard Rock Live stage inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa on Nov. 23. Tickets start at $29.50 and go on sale July 26. Best...
The Griffin Antique Mall Celebrates Grand Opening in Edmond
The Griffin Antique Mall recently held a ribbon cutting with the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce to celebrate their Grand Opening. Get ready for an unforgettable shopping experience at The Griffin Antique Mall located at 1381 Fretz Drive. Their antique mall is a celebration of all things vintage, antique, and...
SIX KHS GRADS PARTICIPATE IN OCA ALL-STATE
The recent news about all-state nominations for some of our KHS grads has sparked a wave of excitement and pride in Kingfisher. The Oklahoma Coaches Association has recognized the incredible talent of six outstanding students. Each student was nominated by their coaches and selected by the Oklahoma Coaches Association to participate in their All-State programs. They are Peyton Walker, Damien Haynes, Gant Browning, Jace Johnson, Jake Reagan, and Libbie Barnett. On July 24th, Peyton Walker participated in the All-State girls’ basketball game at Sapulpa High School, she represented the Large West team. Damien Haynes, Gant Browning, and Jace Johnson participated in All-State Wrestling at Broken Arrow High School. These recent graduates will be representing the Small West Wrestling team. Damien will be wrestling in the 150-weight class, Gant in 132, and Jace in 144. Today, July 26th, Jake Reagan is participating in the All-State Football game at Oklahoma Baptist in Shawnee, representing the west team Lastly, at halftime of the football game, Libbie Barnett as well as other All-State Queen Candidates will be recognized and one will be chosen as the OCA All-State Queen.
Norman Leaders Consider Moving Downtown Homeless Shelter To Griffin Memorial Site
The City of Norman is considering a new location for an emergency homeless shelter after a scathing audit of the current facility. The current shelter location in downtown Norman off James Garner Avenue & West Gray Street has drawn the anger of area business owners and criticism from a city audit that found 19 deficiencies with the current setup.
Legal battle over new jail site brewing between OKC, Oklahoma County commissioners
OKLAHOMA CITY — A battle is brewing the county and the city of OKC over where to build the new Oklahoma County jail. In the latest court filing from Oklahoma County commissioners, they're asking a judge to dismiss an order from the city that went after the county's sovereignty case for the jail.
Oklahoma Doubleheader Features Home-State Stars at Arrowhead, Tulsa
CONCORD, NC (July 24, 2024) – Midget racing is headed for the “Sooner State” during the summer this year as the stars of the Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series presented by Toyota visit Oklahoma for a two-race event this Friday and Saturday night. The trip begins with a...
Balance of power in Oklahoma football has shifted for 2024 and beyond
Throughout Oklahoma's illustrious football history, the Sooners have been more often associated with offensive greatness than anything else. This doesn't mean that OU hasn't had some outstanding defensive teams. The Sooners had some very good defensive teams with All-American talent on that side of the ball in the Barry Switzer coaching era, despite the fact Switzer was more of an offensive-minded coach.
Oklahoma receives commitment from Northern California multi-star athlete
Porter Moser and Skip Johnson picked up a commitment from a Northern California student-athlete Alec Blair on Tuesday. Blair is a multi-star athlete who has excelled not only on the hardwood but also on the diamond and plans to play both sports once he sets foot on the Oklahoma University campus in the fall of 2025.
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