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Oklahoma Gov. Stitt appoints Alan Armstrong to fill open U.S. Senate seat

by News 9
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt is expected to appoint energy executive Alan Armstrong to the U.S. Senate. Here’s what to know about his background and views. OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt announced his pick to replace U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin, who will be vacating his congressional seat to serve as secretary of the Department of... Read More.
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Man turns himself in to McAlester police, confesses to 2020 murder

by News 9
  MCALESTER, Okla. - A man turned himself in to McAlester police and admitted to a murder that happened six years ago. Police say he admitted to shooting and killing Dustin Parker on New Year’s Day of 2020. The man who surrendered on Friday has been charged with Parker’s murder. Investigators say they were shocked when Deraje Jackson... Read More.

Mustang kindergartener collaborates with father to publish children’s book

by News 9
MUSTANG, Okla. - A young student from Mustang has collaborated with her father to publish a children’s book, bringing a family concept that had been in development for 15 years to fruition. The book, “Charlie’s Backyard Adventures,” features illustrations by 6-year-old Charlie Rogers and was written by her father, Justin Rogers. The project originated 15 years ago,... Read More.

Tulsa Community College launches cannabis certificate programs amid industry uncertainty

by KTUL
Tulsa Community College launches cannabis certificate programs amid industry uncertainty (KTUL) TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — Tulsa Community College has launched new cannabis certificate programs aimed at helping students who want to work in Oklahoma’s medical marijuana industry, offering training that can be completed in as little as eight to 16 weeks. The online, virtual programs are designed... Read More.
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7 ways to teach kids active listening skills at home

by News 6
Parents and caregivers often feel like their children are not listening, but experts say there is a difference between simply hearing and truly understanding. Kendra Morgan, founder of Building All Children and a child development specialist, says active listening is a skill that must be taught and practiced by both kids and adults. Morgan says in... Read More.

Meet the company reviving the U.S. rare earth industry

by News 9-CBS
CBS News About a decade after he bought a shuttered rare earths mine that was, literally, partially underwater, MP Materials CEO James Litinsky has transformed his business into a pivotal player in America’s national security. Since taking over the rare earth industry from the United States in the 1990s, China has dominated the... Read More.
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US State Department issues worldwide security alert regarding groups linked to Iran

by TNND
WASHINGTON (TNND) — The U.S. Department of State over the weekend issued a worldwide security alert to warn Americans to be cautious about threats from groups linked to Iran. “The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution. Americans abroad should follow the guidance in security alerts issued... Read More.

OSBI: Man arrested in deaths of twin sister, her daughter in Poteau

by KNWA/FOX24
POTEAU, Okla. (KNWA/KFTA) — A man has been arrested in connection with a double homicide that left a woman and her 17-month-old daughter dead in LeFlore County, according to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). The LeFlore County Sheriff’s Office and District 16 District Attorney’s Office requested OSBI assistance on March 21 after deputies... Read More.
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