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'Wrecked Our World': Family Grieving 3 Hospitalized, 1 Dead After Fatal Hit-And-Run
Family has identified the woman killed in a Norman hit-and-run Sunday as Lindsay Badger. Her mother-in-law, Denise Badger, says her family is coming together to support Lindsay's husband and children, who survived the crash. "In an instant, our lives changed. Someone's recklessness took away a part of our life," Badger...
Texas Man Instantly Becomes a Millionaire During Morning Giveaway
North Texas Man Becomes Millionaire Overnight in Casino Draw. A Texas man became a millionaire in a matter of seconds after a casino called his name for a giveaway. Carl Stone from Trenton, Texas was enjoying his day at Choctaw Casino & Resort, in Durant, Oklahoma when his life would forever change. Sunday morning his name was called as the second winner in the casino’s "3 Months 3 Millionaires" giveaway.
Chickasha mayor nominated for seat on OML board
CHICKASHA – Mayor Zach Grayson was nominated by the City Council for appointment to the District 9 seat on the board of directors of the Oklahoma Municipal League. The city “realizes many benefits from the policy and legislative work” of the OML and supports its mission, “which is to provide services and programs to its members to assist them in better serving their citizens,” the council declared in a resolution.
Excitement Builds as the 2024 Oklahoma Sooners Fall Camp Gets Underway
Excitement Builds as 2024 Oklahoma Sooners Fall Camp Approaches. The countdown is nearly over. The 2024 Fall Camp for the Oklahoma Sooners is just around the corner, and the anticipation is palpable as players, coaches, and fans prepare for what promises to be an electrifying season of college football. As...
Redlands names Student Services director
EL RENO – Redlands Community College has named Kacey Daniels executive director of Student Services, leading a team dedicated to assisting and advising prospective and current students. A first-generation college graduate and Redlands alumna, Daniels has been a cornerstone of the Upward Bound program at Redlands Community College, initially...
Planned Water Outage on East Cherokee
ENID, OK (July 30, 2024) WHEN: Wednesday, July 31st from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: East Cherokee Avenue between North 12th Street and South 20th Street. DETAILS: City of Enid Utility Maintenance officials announced there will be a. planned water outage in the area of East Cherokee Avenue between...
Three Former Oklahoma Players Named to ESPN's 'Top 25 CFB Players of the 21st Century'
Oklahoma fans remember the year 2000. Not only was that year the turn of the century, but it was also the last time an Oklahoma football team hoisted up a National Championship trophy. In those previous 24 years, countless All-American players on both sides of the field have made an impact on their respective college campuses. Since 2000, the Sooners' football program hasn't slowed down when it comes to individual accolades and has produced 46 All-Americans and four Heisman trophy winners in that time span.
Heeding the call: Musician Kyle Nix adopts the Tulsa lifestyle after recent move
“I’d been looking quite a few other places, but I felt like Tulsa was calling me,” says musician and new Tulsa resident Kyle Nix who performs with his own band, Kyle Nix and the 38’s, when he’s not touring as the fiddle player for the immensely popular Turnpike Troubadours. Personal challenges, including the loss of his long-time musical mentor and close friend Byron Berline in 2021, made the Perry native reconsider his living situation after a decade in Tahlequah.
Beyond the bell: New program from The Opportunity Project supports the education workforce and families through after-school programs
This past academic year, Tulsa youth had access to 450 after-school experiences thanks to The Opportunity Project and its 80-plus community partners. The Opp Project is the lead agency for Out-of-School-Time in Tulsa, connecting youth, families, educators, program providers and municipal agencies. “Our mission is to ensure all Tulsa youth...
Comfort by design: The Dolphin Fine Linens relocates to new Utica Square location
For more than three decades, The Dolphin Fine Linens has been a cornerstone of the Utica Square shopping experience, offering Tulsans the finest in luxury comfort lines of towels, soaps, lotions and, of course, linens. In addition to retail, The Dolphin also offers full design services to its clients, and...
Engage and express: New creative center builds upon private school’s artistic endeavors
Riverfield Country Day School continues to invest in its students’ artistic abilities with its new Center for Creativity, an art hotspot where the sky’s the limit. Head of School Jerry Bates beams with pride introducing the new facility. “When you transform your thinking into some form of expression, it really helps solidify your learning,” Bates says.
Solo turn: Native Tulsan Arthur Thompson releases new music
Drummer, vocalist and native Tulsan Arthur Thompson may have left the city six years ago, but his heart still firmly remains here. Thompson, who recently moved to Nashville after time in both LA and San Diego pursuing his solo career, released his third single, “Oasis,” this spring. Recorded in his hometown at Jung Jacob Song’s Black Box Studio, Thompson’s joyful cover of the original song made famous by Roberta Flack features Tulsa musicians David John (guitar), Cortez Johnson (bass), Melody Dunlap (backing vocals), John Gilutin (keyboard and mixing) and the group Monkey Fist Horns. Thompson’s son, Arthur Thompson Jr., shot the accompanying video in Nashville.
Get pumped: New Kendall Whittier neighborhood hangout offers food, drinks, live music and more
After a two-year permitting and construction process, owners Jackie and Chad Potter opened The Pump, a former service station turned funky eclectic spot that is already gaining a community. “We’re really excited for the area and excited to be here,” Chad says. On any given day, Jackie says people are...
OU football commit Floyd Boucard can move like a skill player
Not too long ago, Oklahoma football picked up a big commitment for its 2025 class. Floyd Boucard revealed his intentions of becoming a Sooners, choosing OU over a number of other options. It's an add that several are high on, and for good reason. 247Sports scouting analyst Cooper Petanga and...
Cowboy Linebacker Duo Selected to Nagurski Trophy Watch List
STILLWATER – Oklahoma State linebackers Nick Martin and Collin Oliver were both included on the 2024 Bronko Nagurski Trophy watch list, announced Tuesday by the Football Writers Association of America. With 75 total defensive players recognized, the Cowboys were one of 15 FBS teams to have multiple players on...
Edmond warns Lake Arcadia visitors to keep an eye out for blue-green algae
The algae was identified near Lake Arcadia’s dam. City officials say this won’t affect Edmond’s drinking water, which comes in part from the lake. But the algae could cause problems for people trying to cool down in and on the water. The toxins produced by blue-green algae can irritate the skin, cause stomach troubles, and at high doses lead to difficulty breathing.
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