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1+ hour, 11+ min ago (299+ words) Cory Nightingale, a former sportswriter and sports editor at the Miami Herald and Palm Beach Post, is a South Florida-based freelance writer who covers Alabama for SaturdayDownSouth.com. This article/post contains references to products or services from one or more of our advertisers or partners. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products or services. Oklahoma wants to help its football team beat SEC rival Alabama in any way possible on Dec. 19 in Norman, and so the school announced earlier this week that it's going to try to help its student body in that pursuit. With No. 8 seed Oklahoma getting ready to face the 9th-seeded Crimson Tide in a primetime clash on ABC and ESPN that will kick off at 8 p.m. ET, the school didn't waste any time in announcing some very important changes that should…...

10+ hour, 28+ min ago (215+ words) The holiday season brings more gatherings, travel, and end of year celebrations. It also brings a higher risk of impaired driving, according to the Oklahoma ABLE Commission. Agents say December consistently sees an increase in drivers who get behind the wheel after drinking, and law enforcement statewide is preparing for stepped up enforcement. The ABLE Commission says impaired driving typically climbs throughout December as people attend office parties, family events and other festivities. Many celebrations involve alcohol, and officials say too many people still choose to drive afterward. ABLE agents are working with local police departments and state troopers to identify high traffic corridors and nightlife hotspots. Officers will be looking for signs of impairment and will be increasing patrols throughout the month. Because ABLE regulates alcohol distribution, officials say they are also checking that businesses and customers are serving…...

20+ hour, 48+ min ago (170+ words) District Attorney and Lawton native Dan Jacobsma announced his candidacy for election to continue serving the people of Oklahoma's 3rd district. LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - District Attorney and Lawton native Dan Jacobsma announced his candidacy for election to continue serving the people of Oklahoma's 3rd district. The district includes Jackson, Greer, Harmon, Kiowa, and Tillman Counties. His term as District Attorney initially began in 2024 following an appointment by Governor Kevin Stitt. In a statement, Jacobsma says "his mission is to protect our communities, uphold justice, and ensure that every citizen's voice is heard." LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - District Attorney and Lawton native Dan Jacobsma announced his candidacy for election to continue serving the people of Oklahoma's 3rd district. The district includes Jackson, Greer, Harmon, Kiowa, and Tillman Counties. His term as District Attorney initially began in 2024 following an appointment by Governor Kevin Stitt. In a…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (554+ words) Alabama football played well in many areas against Oklahoma, but issues in a few crucial spots made the difference in the game. As a result, No. 8 Oklahoma beat No. 9 Alabama 23-21 in November at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Now, the College Football Playoff will provide the Crimson Tide (10-3) with the opportunity to avenge the loss. Alabama will face Oklahoma on Friday, Dec. 19 (7 p.m. CT, ABC/ESPN) in Norman, Oklahoma in the first round of the 12-team playoff. For Alabama to beat the Sooners (10-2) this time around and advance to the Rose Bowl, here are three areas the Crimson Tide needs to fix from the loss in November. Eli Bowen made Ty Simpson pay. Bowen picked off the Alabama quarterback and took the interception 87 yards to the end zone. That became one of only two touchdowns the Sooners scored all day. That's the thing. Alabama's…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (162+ words) AFTON, Okla. (KAKE) - Authorities in northeastern Oklahoma say a 4-year-old girl was accidentally shot and killed by her older brother last week." Afton Police Chief Ernie Shelby says he responded at around 2:30 p.m. to the report of a shooting. He said Fire Chief Brad Jones informed him that the gun belonged to his brother, the father of the shooter and victim, identified by her obituary as Hayzel Jones." The fire chief's brother said he kept the gun, a Ruger .380, in a holder on a shelf, according to a police report. He "thought (the gun) was too high for the children to reach and he believed the gun was unloaded." EMS took Hayzel to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead." Hayzel's obituary says she loved animals and the color purple. She was laid to rest on Friday. Afton is about 75 miles…...

1+ day, 7+ hour ago (341+ words) A longtime destination for climbers in Oklahoma City has announced it will close its doors before the end of the month. The Silos, located south of Bricktown, first opened in 1999. Its first owner reimagined the site of old grain silos, when the area had heavier agricultural influence. More than 25 years later, its current ownership announced it can't pay its bills and is not profitable. The current owners of The Silos, who also own Stratus in Norman, purchased the iconic Oklahoma City business in 2023. They continued to lease the property; same as the predecessors before them. General manager Matthew Merideth says the decision to close has been hard on the community. "Broken hearts," he said. "It's really difficult to just think about this place being gone." Every operator has faced unique challenges in maintaining the facility. Inside the facility, there's a…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago (146+ words) (KXII) - The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to honor veterans with two "Wreaths Across America" ceremonies this weekend, including one in Ardmore. The events will be held at two state veterans" cemeteries in Oklahoma on Saturday, December 13, including the Seaman First Class Billy Turner Veterans Cemetery in Ardmore at noon and another at Union Soldiers Cemetery in Oklahoma City. "These ceremonies are meaningful reminders of the service and sacrifice of Oklahoma"s veterans," said Jamee Cassity, ODVA Director of Memorial Affairs. "Wreaths Across America brings communities together in a shared mission to honor our nation"s heroes during the holiday season. We are grateful for the sponsoring organizations and the volunteers who make these events possible each year." Both ceremonies will feature wreath placements, guest speakers, and moments of reflection to honor Oklahoma veterans. The wreath ceremonies will…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (440+ words) OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) " Oklahoma agencies are joining together to urge winter weather preparedness across the state. Dec. 8-14 is recognized as Winter Weather Preparedness Week. "Although the weather this week will be mild, Winter Weather Preparedness Week reminds all of us to start thinking about the hazards that winter weather can bring," said Annie Mack Vest, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management. "Use these sunny days to prepare your home and your family so you can stay safe and warm throughout the season." The National Weather Service in Norman and Tulsa remind Oklahomans to take the danger of ice, heavy snow and extreme cold seriously to keep families safe. It's important to prepare and stay tuned to forecasts for the latest weather updates. "When our agencies work together, we're stronger," said Oklahoma Department of Transportation Executive Director Tim…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago (471+ words) In the closing moments of his introductory news conference, new Oklahoma State coach Eric Morris gave a nod to the "university south of here" and conveyed his enthusiasm for reviving the Bedlam rivalry with Oklahoma. "I'd love to get on the phone with anybody that we know that could help us bring that game back," Morris said Monday of the 121-year-old football rivalry that has remained dormant since Oklahoma left the Big 12 for the SEC after the 2023 season. "If they're asking if Coach Morris welcomes that game, I'd welcome it with open arms." Conversations surrounding the future of the in-state rivalry game have bubbled since Oklahoma State closed the annual series with a win over the Sooners in 2023. This fall, the Tulsa World reported that Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione contacted the Cowboys earlier this year about scheduling a nonconference…...

2+ day, 11+ min ago (19+ words) CheapInsurance.com reports on minimum auto insurance coverage requirements in Oklahoma, highlighting risks of underinsurance and state-specific limits....