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Oklahoma State men's golf wins Big 12 Championship; Preston Stout claims individual title
8+ hour, 27+ min ago (303+ words) The OSU men's golf team claimed the Big 12 Championship at Prairie Dunes Country Club in Hutchinson, Kansas winning by eight shots. The Cowboys finished at 10-under for the tournament, while second place Arizona shot 2-under. OSU standout Preston Stout became…...
Oklahoma lawmakers work to protect rural citizens from rising rates due to data centers
20+ hour, 24+ min ago (235+ words) The legislation moving through the state capitol would protect Oklahoma ratepayers from unjust costs connected to data centers. Details of House Bill 2992: New Senate Amendment to House Bill 2992: Response from Sen. Grant Green on the Senate floor: "This is who…...
EF-1 tornado hits Kiowa, Oklahoma; sirens fail due to storm damage
2+ day, 28+ min ago (194+ words) News On 6 tracker Von Castor captures damage on the SE side of Kiowa from a tornado. The National Weather Service has rated the tornado that touched down in Kiowa, Oklahoma, on April 24 as an EF-1 storm. In a social media…...
Industrial chemical detected in Oklahoma air, first known case in North America
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (375+ words) Scientists say medium-chain chlorinated paraffins were detected in air samples from north-central Oklahoma, though current levels do not pose an immediate health threat. Industrial chemical detected in Oklahoma air, first known case in North America Scientists say medium-chain chlorinated paraffins…...
Food Bank of eastern Oklahoma honors volunteers at appreciation luncheon
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (129+ words) The Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma celebrated its volunteers with an appreciation luncheon, recognizing the thousands who help keep its operations running year-round. About 120 people attended the event, which highlighted the contributions of both individuals and groups dedicated to fighting…...
Oklahoma tornado damage: DHS Director Mullin says FEMA on the ground
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (240+ words) Federal emergency teams are in Oklahoma after tornadoes caused damage across the state. Here's what Sen. Markwayne Mullin says about the response and ongoing storm threat. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says federal emergency relief teams are on…...
Tracking severe storms Thursday night in northeast Oklahoma
5+ day, 17+ hour ago (416+ words) A severe thunderstorm watch is now underway for part of northeastern OK, SE Kansas, and part of NW Arkansas until at least 4 a. m. A tornado watch remains for locations to the west until 11pm. Additional severe weather watches may be issued overnight....
Oklahoma hires Jared Boyd as first general manager in women's basketball program history
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (403+ words) The University of Oklahoma women's basketball program is adding a new leadership role as it continues to evolve in the modern college athletics landscape. Vice President and Director of Athletics Roger Denny and head coach Jennie Baranczyk announced Thursday the…...
Oklahoma sports betting bill advances with tribal support
1+ week, 1+ day ago (355+ words) Lawmakers say a new push to legalize sports betting in Oklahoma is moving forward this week. Oklahoma remains one of 11 states without mobile or in-person sports betting. Previous efforts have stalled amid disagreements between Gov. Kevin Stitt and tribal leaders....
Oklahoma Renaissance Festival returns April 25 for 6 weekends
1+ week, 1+ day ago (354+ words) The Oklahoma Renaissance Festival is set to return for its 31st season, bringing six weekends of themed entertainment, food and interactive experiences beginning April 25 at the Castle of Muskogee. The annual event invites visitors to step into a re-created 1569 England, complete…...