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Legionella Found in Lawton Federal Building Drinking Water
Legionella bacteria detected in Lawton’s federal building raises concern, though health officials report no current public health investigation

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Aug 211 min read


Pawnee County Parents Charged With Murder in Toddler’s Death
Christopher and Kourtany Johnson face first-degree murder and child neglect charges after their 1-year-old daughter died from alleged methadone exposure

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Aug 211 min read


Oklahoma Considers Eliminating Property Taxes in Tax Reform Push
As state income tax elimination gains traction, lawmakers propose ending property taxes too. Counties warn this could devastate school and city funding.

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Aug 202 min read


Lawton Opens Applications for City Council Vacancies in Wards 1 and 2
Lawton city officials announce applications are open to fill two council seats. Ward 1 has one applicant so far, Ward 2 has four. Apply online.

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Aug 201 min read


$16 Million in Grants Awarded to Fight Oklahoma’s Opioid Crisis
$16 million in opioid settlement grants awarded to Oklahoma schools and cities to fund treatment, recovery, and prevention programs.

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Aug 201 min read


U.S. Fish and Wildlife Seeks Input on Peppered Chub Recovery Plan
Once common in Oklahoma rivers, the endangered peppered chub now survives in only one small stretch of the Canadian River. Officials seek public input on recovery.

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Aug 201 min read


Senator James Lankford Calls Putin a “War Criminal,” Urges Sanctions
Oklahoma Senator James Lankford calls Vladimir Putin a “war criminal and thug,” supports sanctions on Russian oil buyers, but rejects U.S. troop involvement in Ukraine.

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Aug 201 min read


Walmart Recalls Great Value Frozen Shrimp in Oklahoma Over Radiation Risk
Frozen shrimp under Walmart’s Great Value label recalled after batch tested positive for cesium-137. Customers urged to discard or return.

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Aug 201 min read


Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols Creates Office of Health and Well-Being
Backed by Community Care and the Kaiser Family Foundation, Tulsa’s new health office will align resources and improve health outcomes citywide.

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Aug 201 min read


Gentner Drummond Highlights Education Plan in Governor Campaign
AG Gentner Drummond calls for respect and support for teachers in new education plan unveiled during campaign event for governor.

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Aug 201 min read


Former Choctaw Choir Teacher Receives Record Sentence for Sexual Abuse
Ex-Choctaw choir teacher Samuel Melton sentenced to 17 years in prison, 25 years probation, in Oklahoma’s longest school predator case.

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Aug 201 min read


Campaign Launched to Give 111-Year-Old Tulsa Race Massacre Survivor a Home
A new fundraiser aims to provide Tulsa Race Massacre survivor Viola Ford Fletcher with a home, medical equipment, and 24-hour care. Goal: $1 million.

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Aug 201 min read


Pioneer Library System Sues City of Norman Over Central Library Closure
Pioneer Library System files lawsuit against Norman and its Municipal Authority, citing breach of contract over Central Library closure due to mold infestation.

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Aug 191 min read


Jennettie Marshall Announces Run for Oklahoma State Superintendent
Former Tulsa School Board member Jennettie Marshall enters race to replace Ryan Walters as Oklahoma’s State Superintendent, pledging to restore trust with educators.

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Aug 191 min read


Oklahoma AG Joins National Coalition Against Net-Zero Investment Standards
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond, with 22 GOP counterparts, pushes back against Net-Zero investment standards, citing risks to agriculture and energy producers.

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Aug 191 min read


Security Officer Killed in Enid Hospital Shooting
A gunman opened fire inside Integris Hospital in Enid, killing 72-year-old security officer J.W. Bode. Police shot and killed the suspect at the scene

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Aug 191 min read


Oklahoma Turnpike Worker Killed in Semi Crash
Zac Rinehart, 36, was killed and another worker injured when a semi-truck struck a construction zone on the Will Rogers Oklahoma Turnpike near Miami, Oklahoma

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Aug 191 min read


Oklahoma Boy Mauled by Newly Adopted Dog | Shelter Responds
A four-year-old Noble boy was mauled by his family’s adopted dog just 48 hours after bringing it home. The shelter says the animal showed no prior aggression.

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Aug 191 min read


Oklahoma Covid-19 Positivity Rate Climbs Above 11%
Oklahoma’s COVID-19 positivity rate climbs above 11% as new variants Nimbus and Stratus spread. Experts urge updated vaccinations for high-risk groups.

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Aug 191 min read


Tammi Didlot Announces Run for Oklahoma State Senate
Farmer, business leader, and community advocate Tammi Didlot announces her run for Oklahoma State Senate, pledging integrity, service, and strong values

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Aug 182 min read
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