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Normal flight schedules to resume as FAA lifts shutdown limits

Tuesday, November 18 by CBS News

The Federal Aviation Administration said Sunday it was lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed at 40 major airports during the country’s longest government shutdown.Airlines were given permission to resume their regular flight schedules beginning Monday at 6... Read More.

Oklahoma returns to the top 10 of the AP Top 25, Alabama fall six spots

Tuesday, November 18 by AP

The latest AP Top 25 poll features new teams in its top spots: Georgia inched up to No. 4, Ole Miss cracked the top five and Oklahoma slid into the top 10 at No. 8.That’s Georgia’s highest ranking since the first week of September... Read More.

Trim a Tree Holiday Showcase Fundraiser is Saturday

Monday, November 17 by Ponca City Now

The countdown is ON — Trim a Tree Holiday Showcase is just ONE WEEK AWAY!Join Charity Angel Ambucs Saturday, November 22nd at Osage Casino for an unforgettable evening of Christmas magic — a buffet dinner, beautifully decorated Christmas trees (with gifts) that you could WIN and the perfect start to your holiday season!... Read More.

UCO forensic students join Midwest City police to reexamine decades-old murder cases

Monday, November 17 by News 9

MIDWEST CITY, Okla. -Midwest City police have an extra set of eyes working on unsolved murder cases. Police have partnered with the University of Central Oklahoma Forensic Institute in Edmond to review cold cases in hopes of solving them or at least generating new leads.The Midwest City Police Chief said his detectives are assigned... Read More.

‘Joy of Music:’L indsay High School student prepares for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade

Monday, November 17 by News 9

LINDSAY, Okla. -One Lindsay High School student will have her moment on a grand stage in New York City. Lindsay Band Director Shelby Lam marched in the parade two years ago. Her performance inspired freshman student Dylan Rains, forming a relationship that extended beyond the classroom.Lam remembered that day and the... Read More.

Shooter identified in Kansas incident that injured 4 officers and suspect’s grandfather

Monday, November 17 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — A 22-year-old man was identified on Sunday as the shooter involved in a Saturday shooting that left four Kansas law enforcement officers injured. The suspect’s grandfather was also hurt in the incident, according to authorities.The shooting suspect, Stephen M. McMillan, allegedly shot at officers who responded to a “domestic disturbance” call at... Read More.

U.S. students studying housing, health outcomes and sustainability win 2026 Rhodes scholarships

Monday, November 17 by AP

Five students at U.S. military academies and three each from Yale University, Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are among the 32 American winners named Sunday as 2026 Rhodes scholars.The group includes students focused on housing, health outcomes, sustainability and prison reentry programs. They include:Alice L. Hall of... Read More.

Post Malone to perform at Chiefs, Cowboys game on Thanksgiving Day

Monday, November 17 by FX4

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs took to social media on Sunday morning to announce the halftime show performer for the Thanksgiving Day matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.On Thursday, Nov. 27, Texas-native and multi-genre music star Post Malone will take to the stage at AT&T Stadium in Arlington,... Read More.

At least 7 victims remain hospitalized as Weatherford cleans up leak of ammonia gas

Saturday, November 15 by The Associated Press

By JOHN HANNA and HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH Associated PressWEATHERFORD, Okla. (AP) — At least seven people remained hospitalized on Friday from injuries they suffered from an ammonia leak in a small Oklahoma town as authorities focused on how the potentially deadly gas began spewing out of the tanker truck carrying it.The leak on Wednesday night... Read More.

Pioneer Tech Apprenticeship Program Delivers Real Results

Friday, November 14 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City, OK — Jerry Bakewell & Associates is celebrating the success of its partnership with Pioneer Technology Center’s Apprenticeship Program, highlighting the measurable impact it has made on their team and operations.According to Kayla Smith of Jerry Bakewell & Associates, the apprenticeship program has strengthened both the quality and efficiency of training within... Read More.

Todd Glasgow Scholarship award presented at Maverick Open

Friday, November 14 by Ponca City Now

The inaugural Todd Glasgow Memorial Wrestling Scholarship was presented Saturday, Nov. 8 at the Foster-Piper Fieldhouse to sophomore Jessie Chavez.Chavez is a sophomore Health, Physical Education, & Recreation major from Lawton, Oklahoma.Glasgow’s family was represented by his wife Shana Glasgow; their children, Max and Maggie Glasgow; Todd’s brother, Lance Glasgow; and Todd’s mother, Melinda... Read More.

OSU launches $2B ‘The Code Calls’ campaign: nearly half raised so far

Friday, November 14 by Beverly Cantrell

STILLWATER, Okla. -Orange cowboy cookies, frisbees with the words “The Code Calls,” and social media videos over the last week all lead to Thursday morning’s announcement about Oklahoma State University’s $2 billion dollar fundraising campaign.OSU President Jim Hess announced the campaign at the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts alongside member of the OSU... Read More.