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Fayetteville man accused of capital murder enters plea, gets trial date
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A Fayetteville man has pleaded not guilty to capital murder for the shooting death of 48-year-old Weston Miller, according to court documents filed on July 2. The Washington County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) said on May 26 at around 8:13 p.m., deputies responded to an address on...
Washington County inmate pleads guilty to threatening to murder U.S. judge and federal officer
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A Mississippi man and current inmate at the Washington County Detention Center pleaded guilty to threatening a United States judge and a federal law enforcement officer on July 1, according to the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas Jonathan Ross. Joshua Goodin, 40, pleaded...
New bills spell bright future for industry in Blackwell ; rural communities
Two bills that rethink the way Oklahoma approaches and executes economic development were signed into law earlier this month, changing the way that rural Oklahoma can benefit from business opportunities in the state. SB 1447 creates two divisions within the Oklahoma Department of Commerce: one focused on. community development and...
Norman UTV Accident Claims Lives Of 2 Brothers, Ages 2 And 8 Months
A 2-year-old boy who was placed on life support following a UTV accident Sunday, died on Tuesday. “He's tough--the toughest kid I know. He’s hanging on but we just don’t know if it's enough,” said RJ’s uncle, Dylan Clark. RJ’s 8-month-old brother also died. Now their...
CLAY HENRY: Barry Switzer knew when to look away
The Hogs+ cameras were rolling as I set the stage for Barry Switzer to confirm a curfew break the night before Oklahoma thrashed Arkansas, 42-8, in the 1987 Orange Bowl. As was often the case, I was a tag-along for a dinner with Switzer at a bowl game. Bill Connors, my boss at the Tulsa World, generally dined with the Oklahoma head coach several times during the week’s festivities. They were extremely close, a relationship that reminded of the way Frank Broyles hung out with my father, Orville Henry.
Keys To Victory With Hellas in Northeast Oklahoma | Park Hill, OK
Keys High School in Park Hill, Oklahoma has new Matrix Helix® synthetic turf and an S200 epiQ track® installed by Hellas. Keys Elementary School has new Kickabout® turf installed by Hellas at two playgrounds as this Northeastern Oklahoma community enjoys the fruits of Hellas labor. Keys H.S. Principal/Athletic Director Steven Goss says, "We're super excited about the safety, durability, and sustainability of the turf."
Man Arrested, Accused Of Robbing Sand Springs Gas Station Clerk
A Sand Springs gas station clerk says a man with a knife robbed him, then took off with cash and cigarettes. It happened Monday morning at the Sav A Trip near Highway 412 west of town. Surveillance video helped Sand Springs Police arrest James Matlock within 12 hours. Records show...
Cherokee Nation providing artists with business development support
TAHLEQUAH – Cherokee Nation is offering a new series of workshops to provide artists with key business development support. The workshops are led by Cherokee National Treasures Vivian Garner Cottrell and Troy Jackson, as well as Cherokee artist MaryBeth Timothy. Hosted at the Cherokee Arts Center in Tahlequah from...
Tulsa car dealership criticized for hosting elderly elephants in high heat
Tulsa, Okla. (KTUL) — An unusual report of animal abuse after a group took to social media with complaints that a Tulsa car dealership had elderly elephants in their parking lot in temperatures close to 100 degrees. NewsChannel 8 reached out to CompassionWorks International, the animal advocacy organization who...
Bartlesville Man Arrested for Possessing Firearms and Cocaine
A Bartlesville man was arrested Monday after 11 p.m. on the felony charges of possession with intent to distribute, and possession of firearm while committing a felony. Julius Young was pulled over Monday night for speeding on Frank Phillips Blvd near the Hilton Hotel. After being stopped, police smelled marijuana...
AAA, TSA Warns Of Heavy Traffic For Fourth Of July Travels
Millions of Americans across the country will be traveling for the Fourth of July holiday. Tulsa International Airport is encouraging all travelers to arrive at least 90 minutes before your flight. TSA said workers screened more than 11 million people just last week alone, and that number is expected to...
Retail expansion in the works again where Academy Sports backed out
The Bartlesville Development Authority (BDA) is injecting new life into revitalizing a long-dormant development project in town. On Monday, the BDA board voted to execute a purchase contract and provide $95,000 in non-refundable earnest money for approximately 15.52 acres of land located at the southeast corner of Adams Boulevard and Lake Village Trail, also known as Silver Lake Village Phase II.
Gans hires new girls basketball coach, will help with football for Grizzlies
Last month, Gans Public Schools hired a new football coach — former Muldrow assistant coach Gary Hixon. Now, not only does Hixon have a new assistant coach, but the Lady Grizzlies have a new basketball coach. Cameron coach Jason Henry was hired as Laney James’ successor as Lady Grizzlies...
‘You're Really Ruining The Holiday For Other People Around You’: City Of Muskogee Cracking Down On Fireworks Violations
The City of Muskogee is cracking down on people shooting off fireworks this Fourth of July. The city council voted to implement new penalties for those who violate city ordinances for fireworks. The ordinances state you can't shoot off fireworks within 500 feet of a public building or church. You also can't shoot off fireworks at people or property.
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