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UCO Rowing names Jimmy Francis interim head coach
Assistant coach Jimmy Francis was named Central Oklahoma rowing’s interim head coach Friday. Francis will temporarily take over the program for Jen Gilbert, who held the position for the last two years, until a permanent head coach is hired. He has been on the Bronchos’ staff since August 2021.
Oklahoma Swim Academy Expands to Edmond, Bringing Survival Swim Lessons to the Community
Oklahoma Swim Academy is excited to announce the opening of its second location in Edmond, OK, on Tuesday, September 3. The new facility, located at Bryant Square, 420 S. Bryant Avenue, just around the corner from Burlington, will continue the swim school’s mission of promoting drowning prevention and fostering water confidence from an early age.
In Oklahoma, hydration is front and center for high school football practice
With football practice beginning to take the field over the last two weeks, states such as Oklahoma are putting a greater emphasis not just on proper hydration but smart practice habits. Three days out of the next nine days in Oklahoma are forecasted to be in the triple digits. The...
Sweeping lawsuit challenging Oklahoma's teen parole policy inches toward trial
Dwain Thomas has appeared on the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board’s violent offender docket five times since 2010. At every hearing, the 44-year-old prisoner had a positive recommendation from parole investigators and a superb behavior and employment history. But the parole board has consistently declined to advance Thomas to a more intensive stage-two...
Additional suspects charged in a $100 million bidding scheme in Oklahoma
A federal grand jury in Oklahoma City has indicted a Weatherford-based erosion control company and its top executive for participating in a price-fixing conspiracy that impacted over $100 million in publicly funded transportation contracts throughout the state. Sioux Erosion Control Inc., along with its Vice President BG Dale Biscoe and...
Eufaula edges Checotah in fast-pitch scrimmage
The Checotah Lady Wildcats and Eufaula Lady Ironheads will have to wait a little longer as rain forced delays on Oklahoma high school softball games Monday. Eufaula tops Checotah in scrimmage action Tuesday 6-2. Kate Pippenger and Maddie Ballard each hit home runs in the game. Freshman Leah Green started...
What the ale: Kochendorfer Brewing Co. expanding to Bixby
One of the fastest-growing towns in Oklahoma is about to grow a brewery and taproom. Kochendorfer Brewing Co., based in Duncan, is opening a taproom next spring in downtown Bixby at 21 E. Dawes Ave. Chris Kochendorfer was raised in Glenpool and Bixby and brings his love of beer to...
New Hutton Pharmacy opens August 19 thanks to Blackwell's spirit
Hutton Pharmacy will officially be opening at their new Doolin location on Monday, August 19 with their hours being from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Friday and Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. The last year has been rough for the Blackwell staple, but owner, manager, and...
Jacobe Johnson: Oklahoma’s Emerging Cornerback Ready to Make His Mark
As Oklahoma continues to prepare for the challenges of the upcoming season, one name has been steadily climbing the depth chart—Jacobe Johnson. The sophomore cornerback from Mustang, OK, is turning heads with his performance in fall camp, and his standout showing in the recent scrimmage is evidence that he’s ready to make a serious push in the Sooners’ defensive rotation.
Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Parts Of Green Country
More rain is expected for Friday evening in Green Country, with a severe thunderstorm watch being issued for many counties. A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Adair, Cherokee, Craig, Creek, Delaware, Kay, Mayes, Noble, Nowata, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Payne, Rogers, Tulsa, Wagoner, and Washington Counties until 11 p.m.
What books have been banned or challenged in Oklahoma? It's complicated.
According to PEN American's Index of School Book Bans, these books have been banned or have been proposed to be banned over the years at various Oklahoma public schools. In addition, a second list shows the books "investigated" by then-Attorney General John O'Connor. O'Connor's investigation, however, was short, and he later said...
Ford Issues Dire Warning and Urgent Recall to Drivers Across Oklahoma
In an update to a massive multi-manufacturer airbag recall, Ford is sounding like your average Oklahoma grandpa and urging people to stop driving their Ford vehicles. As the marketing department in Detroit swings statements around as "Built Ford Tough" and "Military Grade," cheap imported parts are to blame. The now-infamous Tanaka airbag debacle is still ongoing and seems to be affecting several manufacturers worldwide, but Ford seems to be taking this the hardest.
Study: Nearly half of Oklahoma's Section 8 vouchers expire before they can be used
For people who can't afford their own place to live, getting a Section 8 housing voucher can be a relief or even a cause for celebration. The realities of the housing market, however, mean nearly half of those vouchers expire before they can be used. ...
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