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The frightening reason violent EF-5 tornadoes are so rare
Less than one-tenth of one percent of all twisters are scale-topping behemoths. Hundreds of homes vanished beneath the black cloud that descended on May 20, 2013. The violent tornado that forever scarred Moore, Oklahoma, took less than ten minutes to carve from one side of town to the other. That...
Stitt calls scathing state audit a political attack, supports tourism director
Stitt calls scathing state audit a political attack, supports tourism directorGov. Kevin Stitt on Friday called a recent state audit and demands for a member of his administration to resign a “frustrating” political attack. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Pull up a chair: Southern charm is on the menu at Isla’s, a new restaurant downtown
Isla’s is a bright, cozy, welcoming restaurant with a little something Southern for everyone. The menu ranges from Low Country to Creole and from classic Southern to new Southern dishes. It feels the most personal of Justin Thompson’s restaurants — this is the 12th he’s opened so far —...
County jail construction concerns, legislative action on abortion and OU softball
🌞 A calm after the storm is expected in the Oklahoma City area today. The high should be around 80 and winds will be brisk out of the southwest. A slight chance of rain. Lows tonight around 55. 📅 Today in History: In 1986 the Soviet Union notified the...
Oklahoma high school soccer: Santa Fe South, Heritage Hall chase state champion 3-peats
Santa Fe South has established itself as a dynamo in Oklahoma high school boys soccer. The Saints have won 16 district titles over the school’s 23 years of existence. Next, they’re pursuing a bigger goal: a state championship three-peat. ...
'A Walking Miracle': Oklahoma Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat Discusses Son's Role In Marathon Following Near-Fatal Crash
Oklahoma Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat and his son, Mason, were among the many Oklahomans at the finish line of the 2024 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon. Treat spoke about his son's recovery after a vehicle crash in January, and how far he had come to be able to participate in this year's race. Though not running, Greg and Mason stood at the finish line of the marathon to hand out medals to each person crossing the finish line.
Go Bananas: Gorilla Hill Welcomes Memorial Marathon Runners
The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon is partially known for the celebration at Gorilla Hill. Gorilla Hill is a neighborhood that supplies bananas to runners and has a 25-foot-tall inflatable gorilla. News 9's Colby Thelen and Lisa Monahan are joining the festivities.
I ran my first half-marathon. Here's why I can't wait for the next
Yesterday's 4:50 a.m. alarm had nothing on the 5:15 a.m. one I've woken up to for months. As I jumped in the car and sped-walked to my corral, there wasn't much time to think about why I was there or reflect on the reason the Oklahoma City marathon races exist.
Multiple School Proms Canceled, Rescheduled Due To Severe Weather
Edmond, Yukon, Putnam City and Oklahoma City Public Schools have cancelled their proms for April 27 due to the possibility of severe weather. Yukon is rescheduling their prom for April 28. Oklahoma City Public Schools has postponed the proms for Northwest Classen High School and Emerson North High School. Mustang...
Socially awkward? You're not alone! Here are some tips to get over anxiety in groups
QUESTION: Despite my outgoing demeanor, I am really shy. I don’t feel like I fit in at most social events. Is there a way for me to get over that anxiety?. CALLIE’S ANSWER: When I find myself feeling anxious at an event I ask the questions. You will realize people love talking about themselves and it helps you feel less anxious.
Run To Remember: Woman Remembers Mother Lost In Murrah Building Bombing
The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon honors the 168 lives lost in the Murrah Building Bombing. Blayne Arthur ran the half-marathon Sunday in remembrance of her mother, Peggy Clark, who died in the bombing. "This is very special for us, that everyone continues to run and remember all of those who...
Yukon Girl Scout among 13 Gold Award recipients
Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma has named its 13 Gold Award recipients for 2024. The group includes a Yukon Girl Scout among four Canadian County honorees. Each year, hundreds of Girl Scouts across the country earn Gold Awards — the highest honor a Girl Scout can receive — through commitment to a service project.
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