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SouthernTech sues over $12 million aviation facility deemed unusable
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - A $12 million aviation training facility that served as a launching pad for aviation careers the last three years is now unusable, and SouthernTech is suing the companies that built it. The lawsuit claims the building has been defective from the start. “Right after they moved...
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Three southwest Oklahoma municipalities earn national utility reliability awards
ARLINGTON, Va. (KSWO) — Three southwest Oklahoma cities have been recognized for reliable utility service in 2025. The American Public Power Association has awarded a Certificate of Excellence in Reliability for 2025 to the cities of Marlow, Altus and Olustee. According to the APPA, the honor is granted to...
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Choctaw Nation Snaps Up Big Lots Warehouse After ICE Lockup Rumors Rock Durant
The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma has bought the former Big Lots distribution center and adjoining land in Durant, effectively slamming the door on months of chatter about an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention site on the property. The single-story warehouse spans roughly 1.2 million square feet and sits within sight of the tribe’s headquarters along with nearby services for children, elders and employees. Tribal leaders are casting the move as both a major economic play and a way to safeguard critical facilities on the Nation’s campus.
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Murray State College farm hub hosts first “Fund the Farm” event in Ardmore
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - A new resource center at Murray State College in Ardmore aimed at supporting small and urban agriculture hosted its first “Fund the Farm” event Thursday, giving farmers and prospective farmers a place to ask questions, get guidance and learn about potential funding opportunities. The...
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Vol 30 Issue 1,521 March 26, 2026
“Butch…that is an old Jet Commander. If it has 5 windows, it was the original Commander also known as the 1121 Westwind. Those were made at the Aero Commander manufacturing site that used to be at Wiley Post Airport in OKC. They were made between 1960 and 1968. In 1968, the Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI) acquired the Westwind line and in 1971 stretched them a bit. So if it has 6 windows it’s an 1123 Westwind. Then later they upgraded the engines and designated them the 1124. Those were ahead of their time. Today airworthy ones are worth a fortune. Still considered a Cadillac corporate jet. Later Gulf Stream Areospace, a subsidiary of General Dynamics, bought out Aero Commander. Today they make top-of-the-line Gulf Stream G650. Those are considered the Rolls Royce of corporate jets.” -Gary Henry.