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Retiring Northeastern State University Professor establishes endowed scholarship for counseling
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Dr. Kenny Paris, a professor in the Northeastern State University (NSU) Department of Psychology and Counseling, has established the Dr. Kenny Paris Endowed Scholarship for Counseling in honor of his retirement after 28 years of service. Paris and his wife, Tammie, established the endowed scholarship for...
KRMG In-Depth: Tree services in Tulsa unregulated, unlicensed - but essentially subsidized
While the city doesn't require tree services to be licensed, bonded, or insured - nor does it require any training, education, or certification - it does provide green waste disposal at almost no cost to the businesses, paid for by taxpayer money.
Tulsa man charged with multiple felonies after selling stolen items online
TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — On Tuesday, the Tulsa County Sheriff responded to a larceny call about stolen items being advertised on Facebook. The victim contacted TCSO with a video of his Xbox and PlayStation being stolen. A Facebook post was made with the gaming systems for sale by someone the victim knew.
Sapulpa native helps launch Inaugural Nutcracker Festival in Tulsa
Hannah Oswalt is a business owner and mother of six with an obviously busy life. When you discover that she’s the interior designer for the Inaugural Nutcracker Festival launching in Tulsa this December, your first question is undoubtedly, “How?”. Unsurprisingly, the gig didn’t come to Oswalt by accident....
Cherokee Nation to celebrate topping-out ceremony for new W.W. Hastings Hospital
The Cherokee Nation will celebrate the topping-out of the new W.W. Hastings Hospital. Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Leaders from the Cherokee Nation will gather Thursday to hold a topping-out ceremony in celebration of the placement of the final steel beam for the future, state-of-the-art W.W. Hastings Hospital.
The Porch: Martha's Task Celebrates 'Christmas In July' To Boost Holiday Sales
Christmas may be 154 days away, but it is never too early to start holiday shopping. The ladies of Martha's Task are hard at work making items to deck the halls for Christmas in July. "We work with low-income women, federal poverty level and below, and we teach them to...
At least eight large Oklahoma school districts rebuke Ryan Walters' order to teach Bible
Less than a month before Oklahoma school districts begin classes, state schools Superintendent Ryan Walters on Wednesday issued guidance for how they might incorporate his directive, issued in late June, that the Bible be taught in every classroom. “Immediate and complete implementation of these guidelines for the 2024-2025 school year is required,” Walters...
Dozens of Oklahoma counties are missing out on mental health and diversion grants. Why?
Millions of dollars are flowing across Oklahoma to bolster community-based diversion and treatment programs, but most counties have not applied for a share of the money. Thirty-six of Oklahoma’s 77 counties submitted grant applications for funds from the County Community Safety Investment Fund as of July 10, according to the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. The deadline to submit grant applications was June 30. ...
Chat With The Chief: Summer Speeders
With an increase in traffic in an ever-growing city, the Oklahoma City Police Department is changing how they approach traffic safety. News 9 spoke with OCPD Chief Wade Gourley about how his department is keeping the roads safe this summer.
Oklahoma City enacts 180-day moratorium on new Airbnbs
The Oklahoma City Council voted overwhelmingly for an emergency moratorium on new applications for short-term home-sharing, like Airbnbs, last week. Only Ward 4 Council Member Todd Stone voted against the measure. Ward 2 Council Member James Cooper supported the moratorium. He said residents in his ward complain home-sharing leads to...
Men’s Health Awareness Summit information
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The 2024 Men’s Health Awareness Summit is happening on July 27. The event happens from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Northeast Health and Wellness Center, located at 3748 Lincoln Blvd. Call (405) 271-8001 ext. 40141 to register. Schedule. 10:30 – 11 a.m....
Guthrie Chamber opens applications for Leadership Guthrie class
The Guthrie Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the next Leadership Guthrie Class, a program dedicated to identifying and motivating emerging community leaders and fostering their development. Leadership Guthrie aims to stimulate interest and knowledge in the community by providing a common meeting ground for leaders from all...
Chickasaw Nation eligible for federal aid after March storms damage facilities
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — FEMA announced the Chickasaw Nation can receive federal disaster aid. Federal funding is available on a cost-sharing basis for the replacement of facilities damaged, as well as emergency work. The funds will be used to supplement recovery efforts in areas affected by severe storms...
Tower Theatre in Oklahoma City hosting 'Toast to Toby Keith' tribute concert
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Tower Theatre in Oklahoma City's Uptown District is hosting a tribute concert in honor of the late country music legend Toby Keith. The Oklahoma native died in February due to complications from stomach cancer. On Friday, "Toast to Toby Keith: A Tribute Concert" will feature...
Whiskey Riot: October festival set to bring more than 200 whiskeys to OKC
If whiskey is your spirit of choice, then this October, the Whiskey Riot festival may be exactly the event you're looking for. With entry to the festival Oct. 12, guests can try more than 200 whiskeys and bourbons from local, regional, national, and international brands, plus sip on whiskey cocktails, meet master distillers, and more. ...
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