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This Tiny Oklahoma Town Began With A Railroad Station Made From A Boxcar

It began as a nickname, a railroad switch known around the boiler rooms as “Happy Jack.”. A simple boxcar was rolled onto the tracks to serve as the first depot, and when the inaugural train arrived on a crisp November day in 1907, the tiny settlement officially came to life.

Frederick, OK · 09-11
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Construction starts on Oklahoma’s Roosevelt Bridge

First constructed in 1942, the bridge connects an estimated 11,000 vehicles daily over Lake Texoma. With the 80-year-old structure at the end of its design life, it is also a chance to improve safety and mobility in this important corridor. At the groundbreaking event, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT)...

Oklahoma · 09-14
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Heartland Flyer funded through 2027, will need Oklahoma lawmakers' support beyond

Passenger rail running between Oklahoma City and Fort Worth will continue at least through the end of next year.

Oklahoma · 09-14

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Roosevelt bridge groundbreaking held at Lake Texoma

The replacement of the historic Roosevelt Bridge that spans Oklahoma’s Lake Texoma was formally launched with a recent groundbreaking ceremony at the large lake that also reaches into Texas. Oklahoma Transportation Department leaders along with its design-build team and federal and local officials were on hand to mark the...

Oklahoma · 09-13
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Rail plan will likely boost homeless problems, crime

In multiple states, failing large-scale public transit projects have produced demands for state-taxpayer-funded bailouts. This has happened in California, New York, Illinois and Pennsylvania, to name just a few. That’s why all Oklahomans should be concerned about Oklahoma City metro officials’ efforts to create a $1.8 billion commuter rail system...

Oklahoma City, OK · 09-10

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Oklahoma weekly gas price update

Average gasoline prices in Oklahoma are unchanged in the last week, averaging $3.65/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 2,294 stations in Oklahoma. Prices in Oklahoma are 12.9 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 92.4 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has increased 29.7 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $5.867 per gallon.

Oklahoma · 09-09

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This Overhyped $220 Train Trip From Oklahoma to California Doesn’t Live Up to the Hype

A $220 train trip from Oklahoma to California sounds like a simple way to trade a highway journey for a comfortable seat and changing scenery. An all-rail itinerary is possible from Oklahoma City to Los Angeles, but it involves more than boarding a westbound train in Oklahoma. You first travel south to Fort Worth, then continue through San Antonio toward California.

California · 09-06

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ODOT director says funding is needed for Heartland Flyer

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The future of the Heartland Flyer may soon rest in the hands of Oklahoma lawmakers. The state provided a big update on the passenger rail line Tuesday. “We are fully committed to continuing the operation of the flyer,” said ODOT Executive Director Tim Gatz.

Oklahoma · 09-09

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Diesel prices hit record high in Oklahoma as drivers feel the squeeze at the pump

TULSA, Okla. - Diesel prices are at a record high in Oklahoma, while gasoline prices remain elevated, leaving drivers and organizations that rely on fuel facing higher costs. AAA says the national average for diesel reached $5.90 per gallon, an all-time record. In Oklahoma, diesel is averaging $5.45 per gallon, also a record high.

Oklahoma · 09-09

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Heartland Flyer will run through 2027 with new funding

OKLAHOMA CITY - The Oklahoma Department of Transportation says the State of Texas has approved funding to keep the Heartland Flyer running through 2027, but warns additional funds will be necessary to keep it running afterward. In an Oklahoma Transportation Commission meeting on Tuesday, ODOT Executive Director Tim Gatz provided...

Oklahoma · 09-08

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Parts of State Highway 29 closed in Stephens County due to grass fire

STEPHENS COUNTY, Okla. - Both directions of State Highway 29 are closed near Duncan Lake Road in Stephens County because of a large grass fire, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. OHP said smoke from the fire is causing low visibility over the highway. The eastbound and westbound lanes closed...

Stephens County, OK · 09-07

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Oklahoma Mobility Plan Seeks Public Input on Transit Needs

Oklahoma Mobility Plan Seeks Public Input on Transit Needs Across the State. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is asking residents to help shape the future of public transportation by sharing their experiences with transit and mobility services across Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Mobility Plan public survey is part of a statewide...

Oklahoma · 09-08

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Oklahoma Transportation Commission to provide update on Heartland Flyer

Oklahoma · 09-07

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ODOT director says funding is needed for Heartland Flyer

Oklahoma · 09-09

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OKC Rail Plan: Questions & Crime

In multiple states, failing large-scale public transit projects have produced demands for state-taxpayer-funded bailouts. This has happened in California, New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania, to name just a few. That’s why all Oklahomans should be concerned about Oklahoma City metro officials’ efforts to create a $1.8 billion commuter rail system...

Oklahoma City, OK · 09-07

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ODOT and OTA launch 2026 snowplow naming contest

Back by popular demand, K-12 students statewide are invited to submit names for 24 of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s winterweather fleet in its second Snowplow Naming Contest. Additionally, this year partners at the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority will also be joining in the fun, offering 11 more snowplows to name in 2026.

Oklahoma · 09-08

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ODOT looking for input in their Oklahoma Mobility Plan

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation wants to improve transportation in the state and is asking people for their help. The organization is using their Oklahoma Mobility Plan to gather input to help better understand transportation needs in urban, rural and tribal communities. They says the information they gather will help identify solutions for those communities.

Oklahoma · 09-07

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Oklahoma Transportation Commission to provide update on Heartland Flyer

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – On Tuesday, the Oklahoma Transportation Commission will meet and provide an update on the Heartland Flyer. The train service running from Oklahoma City to Texas was in jeopardy earlier this year because of funding issues. The meeting is set for tomorrow at 11 a.m.

Oklahoma City, OK · 09-07

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ArkLaTex average gas prices for Labor Day

Louisiana · 09-08

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Labor Day fuel prices expected to climb higher

Heading into the Labor Day weekend, it appears gasoline prices across the U.S. will possibly increase over the growing exchanges of strikes between the U.S. and Iran in the Middle East. Experts predict rising prices as a result of the resumption of attacks, despite a decline in the past week...

Oklahoma City, OK · 09-03