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'Happened So Fast': 19-Year-Old Oklahoman Survives Shark Attack
An Oklahoma teen survived a shark attack at Galveston Beach over Memorial Day weekend. Damiana Humphrey, 19, of Durant, had the shark latch onto her hand while she was swimming. She said she fought off the shark, punching it and screaming until it let go. "I thought I was imagining...
Oklahoma woman says she punched shark that attacked her during trip to Galveston
GALVESTON, Texas — A young woman who was bit by a shark off Jamaica Beach in Galveston is sharing her story with KHOU 11 News anchor Rekha Muddaraj. Damiana Humphrey, 19, is back home in Durant, Oklahoma and she's expected to make a full recovery. She's still trying to...
Oklahoma woman says she punched shark that attacked her during trip to Galveston
GALVESTON, Texas — A young woman who was bit by a shark off Jamaica Beach in Galveston is sharing her story with KHOU 11 News anchor Rekha Muddaraj. Damiana Humphrey, 19, is back home in Durant, Oklahoma and she's expected to make a full recovery. She's still trying to...
Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant
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Man leads officers on motorcycle chase, arrested for endangering others
BRYAN COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - A man was arrested in Durant after allegedly leading officers on a high-speed chase on a motorcycle on Friday. According to court records, Json Jones, 26, hit speeds in excess of 100 mph while attempting to flee Choctaw Lighthorse Police. The case happened on Hwy...
Eufaula’s Carson Luna receives offer from Southeastern Oklahoma State
Eufaula standout offensive and defensive lineman Carson Luna has received his first collegiate offer from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Luna has played a pivotal role in the Ironheads’ success on the gridiron. The 6’4”, 250-pound lineman has the skill set to play both sides of the football. He has great form, power and the speed to make big plays.
Man jailed after series of attempted burglaries in Bryan County
(KTEN) — A man was charged with six counts of breaking and entering, three counts of burglary, and assault and battery with a deadly weapon in Bryan County. Deputies responded to reports of a home break-in in Bokchito, Oklahoma, shortly before 9:30 a.m. Tuesday. A 17-year-old awoke to a man deputies identified as Brandon Leslie allegedly breaking into his home.
Family upset after damage to Stringtown cemetery gravesite
STRINGTOWN, Okla. (KTEN) — Families often place mementos or flowers on their loved ones' gravesites to keep memories alive. But the Norris family says their visits to Stringtown Cemetery don't feel the same after they found their Mother's Day mementos broken. "It's heartbreaking," said Brianna Norris. "This is stuff...
What to expect at the pump this Memorial Day weekend
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - The unofficial start to summer is right around the corner, and according to AAA, the roads will be filled with travelers. “ Whether you’re going to be in Texas or across the country, we’re looking at one of the busiest Memorial Days on record,” AAA’s Daniel Armbruster stated.
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