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UPDATE: Plea docket set for former Braman town clerk charged with embezzlement

NEWKIRK — Sandra Kay Barrows, 61, Wakita, waived her right to jury trial and is now set for a plea docket on Jan. 11 in Kay County District Court. Barrows is facing two felony counts of embezzlement by a public officer after the State Auditor’s office determined that over $60,000 was misappropriated from November of 2016 through April 17, 2019. (see story)

Braman, OK · 3d
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This Oklahoma Railroad Museum In Enid Lets You Walk Through Real Cabooses And A Restored Depot

I pulled off the road in northern Oklahoma expecting a quick stretch and maybe a vending machine snack. Instead, I found an old brick freight building with a row of bright cabooses parked out back like they were waiting for a crew. An hour later I was still wandering, hungry...

Enid, OK · 3d
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Oklahoma City’s GOP mayor: ‘Morally and intellectually bankrupt’ party deserved ‘rebuke’

Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt (R) criticized his own party Tuesday, saying the GOP deserved the “rebuke” of the American people amid the Democratic Party’s sweeping victory in the midterm elections. “A political party that is morally and intellectually bankrupt deserves the rebuke of the American people,” Holt wrote on social media Tuesday night. “It…

Oklahoma City, OK · 4d

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Oklahoma Humane Society breaks ground on $40 million campus

The Oklahoma Humane Society (OK Humane) broke ground Thursday, Nov. 5, on a new $40 million humane campus designed to expand animal welfare services throughout Oklahoma. Located at 4001 SW 15th St., the 53,000-square-foot facility will bring the organization’s adoption center, spay and neuter clinic, and animal care operations together under one roof for the first time.

Oklahoma City, OK · 3d
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Oklahoma Breaks Ground on Regional Airport Terminal

Officials in Oklahoma’s Ponca City gathered last Friday for the groundbreaking of a $14.3 million terminal at Ponca City Regional Airport (KPNC). Located in the Northern part of the state, midway between Oklahoma City and Wichita, Kansas, KPNC features a 7,200-foot runway and sees approximately 140 operations a day.

Ponca City, OK · 2d

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Oklahoma County voters reject sales tax for new jail, county officials determining what happens next

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma County voters shoot down the proposed sales tax to fund the new county jail, leaving county officials to determine what the future of the current jail will be. “We moved forward with a project that we did not have funding to complete, which was absolutely reckless,” said Oklahoma County Commissioner, […]

Oklahoma County, OK · 3d

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Averitt opens new Oklahoma City facility and warehouse

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Averitt will open its new Oklahoma City service center on Nov. 13, expanding transportation and warehousing capabilities in the region. "Our goal

Oklahoma City, OK · 3d

The Oklahoman

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Democrats flip 6 Oklahoma House seats, chipping at GOP supermajority

The Democratic Party made waves in the Oklahoma City metro , Tulsa and southwestern Oklahoma on Election Night Tuesday, Nov. 3, flipping multiple state House seats and chipping away at the GOP supermajority. Democrats hoped to flip at least three seats in the House before the Nov. 3 election. They doubled that number instead. Four seats in the Oklahoma City metro went blue, while a fifth flipped in the Tulsa area. Another Democratic upset happened in Lawton. More: Oklahoma Senate elections usher in new faces at the Capitol At the same time, several far-right, Freedom Caucus-aligned Republicans had already been ousted during their primary elections by more moderate competitors. While Democrats didn't flip those seats during the general election, many of them were filled by those new Republican senators who rebuked the incumbents on their right flank. Despite being unable to flip Senate seats, Democrats viewed their marginal gains in the House as an opportunity to build power. "These new Democratic legislators move us closer to breaking the Republican supermajority and give us more votes and voices to advance good policy,” said Oklahoma Democratic Party Chair Erin Brewer. But Oklahoma House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, said the results in the

Oklahoma · 3d

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City of Edmond hosts Veterans Day Ceremonies on November 11

The City of Edmond is preparing to honor the nation's veterans in a series of community events scheduled for Wednesday, November 11.

Edmond, OK · 2d

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Miracle on 2nd Street brings ice rink, lights and holiday fun to Edmond through Jan. 31

EDMOND, Okla. (KOKH) — The City of Edmond is bringing the holiday magic with Miracle on 2nd Street, the city's collection of seasonal events, experiences, and traditions. Miracle on 2nd Street is a community-wide holiday celebration with events starting on Nov. 7 and running through Jan. 31. The event is inspired by Route 66, which runs along 2nd Street in Edmond.

Edmond, OK · 1d

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Edmond Veteran's Family Gets Free $16,000 Home Fix After Years of Struggle

A volunteer crew worked on roof and paint repairs at Clay Gonzalez and Lori’s Edmond home after the city issued code violations tied to the property’s condition, according to News 9. The repairs were provided at no cost to disabled Army veteran Clay and his wife. Lori was...

Edmond, OK · 3d

Oklahoma Gazette

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Downtown in December celebrates 25 years of holiday magic in OKC

Downtown in December celebrates its 25th anniversary this year with more than 30 holiday events and attractions throughout Oklahoma City from November through January. Presented by Devon Energy and organized by Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership, the annual celebration features holiday lights, live performances, outdoor ice skating, shopping and family activities, many of them free.

Oklahoma City, OK · 3d

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'I'm gonna do what the people want': New council member elected as voters oust Yukon Mayor

YUKON, Okla. (KOKH) — Yukon is getting new leadership after voters ousted Mayor and Ward 3 Councilmember Brian Pillmore in Tuesday's recall election. Joe Phillips received more than 1,600 votes compared to 369 for Pillmore. "The people wanted him gone and to have that many people get out and...

Yukon, OK · 1d

Ponca City News

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Heathcare Town Hall to be held at PTC on Nov. 10

The subject of healthcare, especially where it concerns rural areas in the state, has become a prominent topic for Oklahomans, many with lingering questions on their own local hospitals and medical facilities. To this end, the Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce is putting on an event called “Healthcare Town Hall: Moving Healthcare Forward in Ponca City” which will be held at Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) in the Seminar Center on Tuesday, Nov.

Ponca City, OK · 1d

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Walmart brings new Supercenter to northwest Oklahoma City

OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — Walmart’s newest Oklahoma City Supercenter is scheduled to open Nov. 4, adding a major retail anchor near Rockwell Avenue and the Kilpatrick Turnpike. The store at 6805 NW 138th St. sits on the northeast side of the intersection in the Deercrest Marketplace development. City...

Oklahoma City, OK · 4d

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Vigil planned ahead of high-profile Oklahoma inmate's execution

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — After the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board denied clemency for a high-profile death row inmate in Oklahoma, a local organization is protesting his execution. James Pavatt was sentenced to death for the 2001 murder of Rob Andrew, a 39-year-old Oklahoma City advertising executive and father...

Oklahoma · 3d

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Inside Palomar's new $42 million headquarters taking shape in Oklahoma City

Construction is progressing on Palomar's new $42 million headquarters in Midtown Oklahoma City, a MAPS 4 investment designed to expand resources for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and other forms of abuse. Located directly across Hudson Avenue from Palomar's existing facility, the approximately 73,000-square-foot, three-story building is expected to...

Oklahoma City, OK · 3d

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New NW OKC Walmart Supercenter Debuts With Sushi Bar, Ree Drummond and Cowboys Cheerleaders

A sprawling new Walmart Supercenter opened Wednesday in northwest Oklahoma City, bringing a sushi station, a Hispanic bakery section, and an eight-pump fuel station to the Deercrest Marketplace development near Rockwell Avenue and Memorial Road. The 175,000-square-foot store at 6805 NW 138th St. drew a grand opening crowd that included Oklahoma native Ree Drummond, former Thunder player Nick Collison, and Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders.

Oklahoma City, OK · 2d