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Miranda Lambert Soaking up The Oklahoma Sun With Her Dogs

Clay Miller — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:30:06 +0000

Fresh off her appearance at last weekend’s CMA Music Festival, Miranda Lambert is enjoying a little downtime with her pets at home in Tishomingo, OK this week. She tweeted Tuesday, “It’s summer in Oklahoma. I guess me and the dogs should get some sun. They could use a tan!” We’re sure Miranda is taking precautions [...]

Oklahoma's Tornado Alley Among Top 8 Most Dangerous Places to Live in the World

James "Bubba" Meeks — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 19:42:08 +0000

The planet Earth has some exotic and unique places to live such as beaches, forests, desserts and even mountains. However some of these glamorous places contain dangers and some truly should not be habited by humans at all. If you have great resourcefulness and are willing to have regular bouts with Mother Nature then here [...]

Polling Places and Voter Information for Election Day 2012 in Lawton

Sasha Spielman — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 01:59:58 +0000

2012 is an important election year – November 6 comes around millions of us will be heading to the polling places to cast our votes not only for local and state officials, but also voting to re-elect or elect a new president. If you are not register to vote yet here are all the locations in Lawton where you can do that.

Oklahomans Help Vietnam Veteran's Dying Wish Come True

Sasha Spielman — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:58:47 +0000

Dennis Hall, 63, a Vietnam veteran has been diagnosed with terminal brain cancer and his doctors are saying he only has a few months left to live. When the word spread about his wish, fellow Oklahomans made sure to step in and help his wish come true.

Wildfire Still Not Under Control in Cleveland County [VIDEO]

Sasha Spielman — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 21:35:58 +0000

As Oklahoma continues to battle 110-degree weather and humidity and not a single drop of rain in sight, firefighters continue to evacuating people in Cleveland county, as the wildfire is still not under control.

Oklahoma's Finest- Books and Movies Featuring the Sooner State [VIDEO]

Sasha Spielman — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:40:45 +0000

A true Okie has seen these movies and read these books- find out if you are one of us! While many people falsely believe the great state of Oklahoma doesn’t have much to offer in the way of entertainment, the Sooner State is featured in several worthwhile books and movies. In light of recent weather [...]

What To Do If You Get Separated From Loved Ones During Tornado? [VIDEO]

amityritze — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:15:49 +0000

On Saturday night, hundreds of people across the Midwest were watching the local weather news tracking the several tornadoes reported to have headed their way! The National Weather Service reported on Sunday morning that they have recorded about 100 different tornadoes sweeping through the Heartland! The Associate Press reported that in Woodward, OK 5 were killed and more than two dozens were injured! We put together the best tips list on what to do in case you get separated with your family! Check it out!

Oklahoma Gets More Funds To Help Homeless Veterans

Steve Kelly — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:02:50 +0000

Much need it funding has been awarded to the State of Oklahoma to help with the housing of homeless veterans. Three housing agencies in Oklahoma will split $381,311. The Department of Housinig and Urban Development officials said the money will supply permanent housing and case management for 90 homeless veterans. The government also added that the number of vouchers now in use is up to 345.

Oklahoma, Texas Move Closer to Leaving Big 12, Could Head to Pac-12

Wes Glinsmann — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:55:17 +0000

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The demise of the Big 12 now appears closer than ever after officials at the University of Oklahoma on Monday gave OU President David Boren the green light to consider a potential move to the Pac-12.

Oklahoma Tops AP Football Poll for Record 100th Time

Wes Glinsmann — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:21:20 +0000

Oklahoma on Sunday became the first team ever to be ranked #1 in the AP football poll 100 times.

The Sooners were ranked #1 for the first time in 1954, the second year of Oklahoma’s NCAA-record 47-game winning streak, which lasted from 1953-1957. They have spent at least one week in the top spot in 19 different seasons.

Governor Mary Fallin Asks Oklahomans to Pray for Rain this Sunday

Clay Miller — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 15:46:05 +0000

In light of the sustained draught, Governor Mary Fallin has asked all Oklahomans to set aside time this Sunday, July 17, to pray for rain. Dry conditions have helped to contribute to over 140 wildfires this year, resulting in the loss of dozens of homes. The Governor also signed an executive order issuing a [...]

Oklahoma Voted # 3 In Survey About Worst Road In America

Steve Kelly — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:02:11 +0000

Every year when the snow melts, cities, states, and local municipalities make plans to remedy the havoc that winter snow plows and chained tires have wreaked on their roads. But all to often they never get fixed. In a recent survey by Main Street . Com Oklahoma didn’t Fair to well when ranked against all [...]