OSBE suspends former Choctaw choir teacher’s license, delays discussion on former Ringling football coach

OKLAHOMA CITY -The future of several teachers' licenses lies in the hands of the State Board of Education. Two of those teachers face serious allegations outside the classroom, including sex crimes and abusive behavior.Samuel Melton is the former Choctaw choir teacher charged with several child sex crimes. Investigators said he admitted to school administrators... Read More.
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NJCAA delays sports seasons until Jan. 2021, NOC included

As per an NJCAA decision on Monday, Northern Oklahoma College and two-year institutions across the country are delaying athletic seasons until the spring semester.   All teams will prepare for their seasons during the fall semester.    Men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, and softball competition will begin Jan. 22, 2021.    Men’s and women’s soccer will begin competition April... Read More.

Delays expected to begin today north of Newkirk

Delays are expected to begin today, May 18, as road construction now underway for a widening and resurfacing project along U.S. 77 between Newkirk and E. Home Road south of the casinos.Motorists will notice workers in the right-of-way of US-77 between E. Home Rd. and E. Fork Rd. for initial work zone set up... Read More.