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Hidden history: Looking at the remains of a 125-year-old amusement park in Denison
DENISON, Texas (KXII) - One hundred and twenty five years ago, in 1901, a little lake tucked on the Sherman-Denison line was the place to be. A ‘Six Flags’ before ‘Six Flags,’ the Woodlake Amusement Park was a main stop along the old interurban train line.
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Duncan Public Library celebrates Star Wars Day
DUNCAN, Okla. (KSWO) — The Duncan Public Library celebrated Star Wars Day, May 4, with a “May the Fourth Be With You” event for the community. Guests gathered to watch a Star Wars movie while also taking part in themed crafts and activities. “We’re watching a Star...
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A Famous Texas Saloon Still Holds On To Its Wild West Battle Marks
Wild West history has never felt more alive. Texas holds onto a frontier-era landmark that has been standing strong since 1873, carrying the scars, stories, and raw character of a time when cowboys ruled the open trail. Sitting right on a small-town Main Street, it looks exactly like a time...
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This 1906 Oklahoma Landmark Just Brought Its Mineral Spa Back to Life With Full Gilded Age Glamour
I have walked through plenty of hotel lobbies designed to feel historic, but few pull it off like this one in Sulphur. The current hotel was rebuilt to honor the original 1906 landmark, and it captures that old-era grandeur with polished details, tall ceilings, and classic style. The return of...
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Artist creates Earth Day mural at Durant’s Rocket Park
DURANT, Okla. (KXII) - Artist Art Jones created a mural at the Earth Day Festival at Rocket Park in Durant last weekend. The mural sticks with the theme of the festival, “Our Planet, Our Power,” and includes personal touches like Oklahoma’s state tree, the redbud, according to Jeremy Spence.
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Artesian Arts Festival celebrating First American Tribes on May 2nd
The 13th annual Artesian Arts Festival takes place from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., May 2, 2026, in Sulphur, Oklahoma, on the Artesian Plaza. The festival includes a market featuring stunning works of art by talented artists from federally recognized First American tribes, lively music, dance demonstrations and delicious food from local food trucks.
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“He was a lovely man”: Sherman Community Players mourns death of longtime managing director Ron Cassady
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - Ron Cassady, the managing director of Sherman Community Players for almost 40 years, has passed away. “He was the theater, he was the face, he was the director,” said Darrah Dunn, the current artistic director. “He was a lovely man.”. Cassady’s death has left...
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Maysville Trustees cut hours at library, Town Hall
The Maysville Board of Trustees approved several cost-cutting measures during an April 23 special meeting. The action taken included altering the hours of operation for Town Hall and the public library, cutting hours for specific employees and the termination of at least one municipal authority employee. Though not specifically addressed...
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WBU Men's Golf Takes 5th at SAC Championships, Bocquillon Finishes Top 10
DUNCAN, Okla. – The 17th ranked Wayland Baptist men's golf team earned 5th place at the 2026 SAC Championships played at The Territory GC. Sophomore Etienne Bocquillon shot even Par to earn a Top 10 finish. The Pioneers earned 5th place after shooting 299-298-299-896, showing consistency but not able...
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Soh Earns 6th at SAC Championships, Pioneers Place 3rd Overall
DUNCAN, Okla. – The Wayland Baptist women's golf team took 3rd place at the 2026 SAC Women's Golf Championships. Freshman Isabelle Victoria Soh was the top finisher for the Pioneers, earning 6th place. The Pioneers earned the Top 3 finish after scoring 334-315-318-967 across three rounds of action. The...
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Artesian Arts Festival returns to downtown Sulphur this weekend
SULPHUR, Okla. - The annual Artesian Arts Festival returns to downtown Sulphur this weekend, bringing together more than 160 First American artists along with live music, food vendors and family-friendly activities. The event showcases the culture and diversity of tribes from across the country, offering both education and celebration. Organizers...
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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten offered at local library
Help your little one get ready for one of life’s biggest milestones: starting kindergarten – with a little help from the Southern Oklahoma Library System. The idea is simple, but the benefits are priceless. All you need to do is read a book – any book – to your newborn, infant, or toddler. The goal? Read 1,000 books together before your child enters kindergarten.