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The Yukon Bike Man family hopes to carry on his legacy. Johnnie Ballard, also known as "The Bike Man", was well known for repairing and donating bikes to people who needed them. His family hopes to keep his legacy…

After guiding the Dewey High softball team to a 31-3 record and a berth in the state semifinals, Niki Keck has earned his stripes as one of the most successful head coaches in the league. history of the Lady Dogger diamond.But, his work…

OKLAHOMA CITY (Free Press) — Oklahoma City Public Schools are 98.6 percent staffed and have enrollment up from this time last year, according to OKCPS Superintendent Sean McDaniel. McDaniel included this information in his superintendent's…

If you are looking for money, it means you are having some kind of difficulty. Have you ever considered taking out same day installment loans from online direct lenders? It can be a reasonable solution to the critical financial…

Credit: United States Department of Agriculture In rural communities across America, the Cut Inflation Act will be a game-changer by accelerating the…

John Stamos and the Beach Boys travel to Oklahoma City for a benefit concert for the regional food bank. Stamos comes to OKC to play with the Beach Boys on Saturday. KOCO 5 is one of the sponsors of the event. The…

Authorities respond to cattle truck overturning in Oklahoma City On Sunday morning, officials responded to the scene of an overturned cattle truck in Oklahoma City near Interstate 44 and!-->!-->!-->…

Kristi Hill of the Northwest Domestic Crisis Services (NWDC) will be at the Woodward County Commissioners…

The Ponca City Chamber of Commerce Community Development Committee meeting was held on Thursday, September 15 at 10 a.m. in the chamber's council chamber. Mindy Meyer opened the meeting. The first Ponca Politics Forum is scheduled for…

SAND SPRINGS, Okla. (AP) — Three high school students in northeast Oklahoma were killed when the vehicle…

Hector Martinez Reyes Each year around this time ―Hispanic Heritage Month―, we collectively celebrate the heritage, diversity and social contributions of the Hispanic-Latino community and honor the hard work of past generations…

After being selected with the 32nd overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, also known as JRE, quickly became a fan favorite in Oklahoma City after averaging 7.5 points , 5.6 rebounds and one assist in about 22 minutes.!-->…

Tim Sowecke It's here, so might as well take advantage of it. On August 16, President Biden signed into law the Inflation Reduction Act. The IRA offers tax incentives and grants for solar, wind, hydrogen, nuclear, oil and gas,…

Jesse W. Beck, Jr was born on March 30, 1945, in Dalhart, Texas to Jesse W. Beck, Sr. and Catherine Mary Beck, née Priess. Jesse showed his determination and courage as a newborn baby as the doctor informed his parents that he wouldn't…

Inmates at a state prison in Lexington were able to view the interior of a brand new chapel. It was all paid for by a church in Oklahoma City. “Hello, my name is David Young and I have been in quarantine for 19…

Police are still looking for the person who drove through a cemetery and crashed into a front yard on Monday night. Oklahoma City's southwest neighborhood near SW 104th and Western Ave. woke up to destruction. Michael Glovik said he was…

After the success of this year's PGA Championship at Southern Hills Country Club, the last thing Bryan Karns wanted to see unfold was a fuss over who should cover security costs for the event.But that's exactly what…

Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation kicks off its fall family movie series from September 16 through October 14. Every Friday at 6:30 p.m., a different park will offer games and activities until sunset when an outdoor movie begins. Bring…

The Oklahoma City Thunder are gearing up for the 2022-23 NBA season, with a media day and training camp scheduled for the last week of September, and with a new season comes a new video game in the NBA 2k series. . The 2k23 edition of NBA…

Investing in libraries is key to growing literacyThe way to achieve Drew Dugan's goal of making up for lost time in literacy growth and even helping students move forward is simple: invest more time and (a few) more dollars in school…

This weekend marks 21 years since the September 11 terrorist attacks on American soil. KOCO 5 examined how Oklahomans honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost. "This story is one of the most historic days in American…

WHAT: Regular meeting of the Fort Gibson Board of Directors.WHEN: 6 p.m. Monday.WHERE: Municipal Building…

A family in southeast OKC are shaken after a man on a bicycle approached them with a gun shooting at them. Police said the man was behind bars. The Brown family said what happened Tuesday morning was traumatic. As the Brown family left…

It is not often that an employer is required to continue paying workers who have left the company. But it's an approach to restricting employee non-compete agreements that is worth considering and faces strong trade opposition in the New…

ATLANTA (AP) — A pastor, political operative and former high-ranking Atlanta city official was sentenced Thursday to 14 years in prison after a jury found her guilty of charges stemming from a lengthy federal investigation into…

Oklahoma Department of Commerce leaders and Representative Justin Humphreys visited Diamond T Trailer Manufacturing, recipient of the 2022 Oklahoma Innovation Expansion Program…

Like other parents across Oklahoma, I am concerned about disturbing trends in many public schools, including pornography in school libraries, the fact that boys have been allowed in girls'…

Go fishing with dad in Edwards ParkCentral Oklahoma Community Health Centers of Oklahoma Healthy Start Initiative will host its 7th annual “Fishing with Dad” event on September 10 at Edwards Park Pavilion, 15515 N Bryant. Registration…

Democrat Herald Priscilla Garcia scored twice for Austin College, but the 'Roos had to settle for a 2-2 draw against Howard Payne University in a non-conference home game. Garcia scored in the 19th minute and…

Date: Thursday, August 25, 2022Contact: [email protected] WASHINGTON - The Department of the Interior announced today that Oklahoma received an initial grant of $25 million from President Biden's bipartisan Infrastructure Act to…

OKLAHOMA CITY - Medal of Honor recipient and former Supreme Court of the Cherokee Nation Judge Dwight…

We were unable to send the item. The Arkansas Department of Commerce is examining internet service providers' concerns…

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness plan could ease the crippling debt burden of millions of borrowers, but the taxman could demand a reduction in relief in some states. This is because some states…

Editor's Note: This column is submitted by a candidate running for office. Her publication does not constitute The Oklahoman's endorsement of the contestant or her opinions. Oklahoman does not endorse candidates for public…

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) – The marine agriculture industry is poised to grow in Alaska thanks to the billion-dollar Build Back Better regional challenge.One of 21 winners, the Alaska Mariculture Cluster - led by the Southeast Conference -…

There is a new 14/15 year old International MMA Federation World Champion. The International MMA Federation (IMMAF) just wrapped up the 2022 World Youth Championships last month. Young MMA fighters from over 22 countries have gathered in…

Oklahoma's aviation community celebrates the construction of 10 new hangars at Claremore Regional Airport.People in the aviation community have said that space to store planes is hard to come by, which makes the new Claremore hangars very…

Two Green Country communities saw their economies grow thanks to The Killers of the Flower Moon film crew.Over the course of approximately 18 months, The Crew brought in nearly $40 million in economic impact to Pawhuska and Bartlesville…

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(The Hill) - Democrats are seeing new glimmers of hope in their chances of ousting Sen. Marco Rubio (R) in Florida after months of dithering over how aggressively they should pursue his seat. Until recently, the Senate race…

Lee Laws, 89, passed away peacefully in her own home on August 9, 2022 with her family by her side.Born in Oklahoma City on October 21, 1932, Lee Laws graduated from Texas Tech with a Bachelor of Arts. She then earned a master's degree in…

Written by Benjamin Freed August 30, 2022 | STATECOOP The National Telecommunications…

In her first keynote address since taking on the lead role on the Michigan softball team, new head coach Bonnie Tholl gave the softball world a first taste of what her tenure will mean for the Wolverines on Monday. After an…

El Paso's largest provider of adult cancer treatments is in the midst of a $34.5 million expansion and renovation project."El Paso needs more (cancer) care capacity" now and in the future, said Scott Orjada, practice operations director for…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An inmate escaped from a community correctional facility in Oklahoma City and was quickly found hiding in a nearby field. A woman in prison gear was seen crossing I-44 and North Kelley Avenue last week.…

Melissa Myers calls the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority's decision last week to lower the toll on a contentious section of the soon-to-open Gilcrease Turnpike "a good start in the right direction.""We still have a month," she…

NBA: Major blow for Oklahoma City Thunder as their star rookie Chet Holmgren is ruled out for the season after suffering a Lisfranc injury to his right foot, know his injury update, status and video On Thursday, Oklahoma City Thunder…

Panasonic is considering Oklahoma as the location for its next lithium-ion battery factory, according to a report published Friday by The Wall Street Journal. The proposed venture, which is expected to provide…

A stone's throw from the state capital, Oklahoma City, Edmond is a large city located in Oklahoma County, in the central part of…

17 states have filed a lawsuit in the Federal Court of Appeals, to stop California from banning sales of new ICE vehicles after 2035. California's Air Resources Board!--post-header-->…

Comment this storyCommentConsider the events of this month alone: ​​Members of a Michigan militia were convicted of a plot to kidnap the state's Democratic Governor, Gretchen Whitmer. We saw numerous threats and attempted violent attacks…

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Wednesday unveiled a settlement aimed at fending off legal challenges to a decade-old program that protects immigrants from deportation if they arrive at a young age. The rule is not…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Members of the metro community with questions about SoonerSelect have the opportunity to get the answers they seek at a town hall dedicated to discussing the healthcare plan. The Oklahoma Health Care…

Depending on where you look, the economic signs are either positive or downright worrisome. Some companies, like Walmart, have seen continued growth in transactions across all categories, while other companies, like Target, have had to…

A former mixed martial arts fighter who denied the election and was widely criticized for attempting a freelance mission last year to rescue Americans trapped in Afghanistan has won a shot at a US Senate seat since the 'Oklahoma.Sitting…

Online installment loans give you a helping hand when life challenges you with unexpected expenses. They are quick and easy to obtain. Their value generally ranges from $100 to $5,000 and more. Limits are set by state law and the direct…

Wagoner County American TribuneThe weekly meeting of the Wagoner County Board of Commissioners on August 15 lasted three hours and four minutes. While that fact might seem to describe a boring meeting, it was anything but…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Rising prices for almost everything these days have families looking for ways to fight inflation. That's why thousands packed the Oklahoma City Pavilion building on Sunday to save money where they can.…

The Cherokee Nation signed a $2 million loan agreement with the USDA on…

To top off the oddly organized Seattle Pro-Am that took forever to kick off and ended prematurely due to dangerous field conditions, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren appeared to have twisted his ankle. On a drive from LeBron James…

As primary elections are underway, an organization in Oklahoma continues its campaign to repeal the closed primary process to allow those registered as No Party to vote in any primary election.Margaret Kobos, founder of Oklahoma United for…

An Oklahoma City couple are facing second-degree murder charges following their son's fentanyl overdose. New information shows the 6-year-old boy could have been dead hours before he was taken to the emergency room. According to an…

Flying high after a SCOTUS win, Patrick Morrisey is back for more. | Raymond Thompson, File/AP Photo SENDING THE WOKE WAR FRONT — High on a victory in the Supreme Court against the Environmental Protection…

Oklahoma Attorney General John O'ConnorAn Oklahoma City couple have been charged with second-degree murder in the death of a 6-year-old boy, who investigators believe had fentanyl in his blood.The charges, filed Thursday by Oklahoma…

"I have a distinct feeling that the Democrats in the state, or people who lean that way, have kind of thrown in the towel," said Richard Friant, a retired oil and gas industry accountant who lives in the Yukon. “Republicans have…

The local chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity purchased Garden Oaks Elementary School just over a year ago in anticipation of a community center. "Most neighborhoods are stable, with an elementary school, where children have the…

CAE, Inc. (NYSE:CAE) today announced that it has entered into an exclusive 15-year agreement with Qantas Group to develop and operate a new state-of-the-art pilot training center in Sydney, Australia. "We are pleased to extend…

If you need money quickly, you can turn to loans. You can get a variety of loans: personal, payday, installment or same day loans. These loans can be used for large purchases and unforeseen circumstances, such as funerals, medical…

Friday is International Orangutan Day, and the Oklahoma City Zoo is marking it with a special occasion: an auction of 20 digitally painted artworks by Elok, the 21-year-old orangutan from zoo. The works are in the form of NFTs, a type of…

For Sasha Foster, a mother of two in Connecticut, the expanded federal child tax credit (CTC) was particularly welcome last year. Foster was pregnant in 2020, "so being able to have some relief the following year helped," she says,…

BURLINGTON, Vermont (AP) — A mural that was painted in a Vermont synagogue more than 100 years ago by a Lithuanian immigrant — and hidden behind a wall for years — has been called a rare work of art and has been painstakingly moved…

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Strict anti-abortion laws that went into effect in Oklahoma this year led to the rapid closure of all abortion centers in the state, but left questions for those who work directly with women who can seek advice or help…

TULSA, OKLAHOMA (Free Press) — Super PACs, some backed by black money, are pumping millions into competitive U.S. House and Senate races in Oklahoma this year. Some even spend more than the candidates themselves. The two main super PACs…

Michael Dalke not only plays a part in a modern take on a Cinderella story, but he also experiences his own version of it as a member of the nationwide touring company for "Pretty Woman: The Musical." "This is my first national Broadway…

In the early days of Muskogee, Broadway was called Agency Street because the Union Agency was located at the…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City metro high school football coaches and coaches are finding ways to keep their players cool on hot summer days. At NW Classen, Casey Seitz is the athletic trainer and watches football practice…

Super PACs, some backed by black money, are pumping millions into competitive U.S. House and Senate races in Oklahoma this year. Some even spend more than the candidates themselves. The two main super PACs pumping money…

WASHINGTON (AP) — The largest investment ever made in the United States to fight climate change. A hotly contested cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug costs for the elderly under the Medicare program. A new minimum corporate tax…

Arlen Schroeder is not from Great Bend. But after thousands of volunteer hours over the past 17 years, he knows his adopted home as well as any lifelong resident.Last December, Schroeder was recognized for 1,000 volunteer hours at the…

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THEY WANT TO MAKE GRIEVING A LITTLE EASIER FOR FAMILIES. MEGHAN: HE IS NAMED PAISLEY, A FIVE-YEAR-OLD WHO DIED IN 2020. AND HER FOUNDER, HER GRANDMOTHER, SAYS WHEN SHE SEE OUR STORY THIS WEEK…

Modernizing Oklahoma's sales tax structure will help create a more balanced tax environment and facilitate the end of Oklahoma's reliance on income tax. Oklahoma's sales tax was first enacted in…

Norman plans an all-inclusive playgroundNORMAN — The town of Norman has revealed plans for an all-inclusive playground at Andrews Park.The playground will be equipped with shade structures, mobility devices, ramps, elevated walkways and…

fizkes / Shutterstock.com Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder.An installment loan is a lump sum of money that you borrow and then repay at fixed intervals. Installment loans are often used to finance a major…

History links STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State offensive quarterback spencer sander is one of 63…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – 175 Oklahoma artists are gearing up for the 34th annual 12×12 Art fundraiser, to be held at a local brewery, where attendees can bid on artwork and other prizes while enjoying live entertainment, food and a…

Despite the continuing heat wave, a large wave of people from diverse religious communities and ethnic backgrounds -- and their allies from diverse political and theological persuasions -- participated in the Asian Community March for Peace…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The start of the school year is fast approaching. The Oklahoma City Police Department would like to remind you to be careful when crossing schools. Many Oklahoma children are returning to school this week.…

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