The Tourism Council reports increased lodging tax revenue and upcoming board elections as members prepare to step down Tourism Dollars Rise as Board Members Prepare to Term Out Tahlequah: At the recent meeting on January 16, the Tourism Council had some exciting updates. They talked about the lodging tax revenue for Tour Tahlequah and Explore…
A statue honoring Bass Reeves was unveiled in Muskogee, celebrating his significant contributions to local and Black history in Oklahoma Bass Reeves Statue Unveiled in Muskogee, Oklahoma to Honor Legacy Muskogee: On January 14, Jonita Mullins shared how the new Bass Reeves statue honors both Oklahoma’s history and its Black heritage. Reeves, who served as…
Beauvais balances his roles as a firefighter, gym owner, and community servant in Muskogee OKIE FROM MUSKOGEE: Beauvais a Man of Many Hats Muskogee: Steve Beauvais is a busy guy, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. By day, he’s a special operations officer at the Muskogee Fire Department. When the clock strikes 5…
A new bill could allow more Oklahoma children to access free or reduced-price school lunches, benefiting thousands of families across the state Proposed Bill Aims to Expand Free Lunch Eligibility for Oklahoma Kids Oklahoma City: A new bill could change the game for school lunches in Oklahoma. If it passes, more kids will qualify for…
Authorities apprehended a man and woman for allegedly luring a 13-year-old girl online, ensuring her safe return home Rogers County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Couple for Soliciting Teen Girl Collinsville: On January 11, the Rogers County Sheriff’s Office stepped in to arrest two individuals who reportedly lured a 13-year-old girl online. Thankfully, the girl, who lives…
Muskogee’s 2024 news features city council changes, a bond election cancellation, and celebrations of its rich musical heritage Muskogee News Highlights: Leadership Changes and Celebrations in 2024 Muskogee: In 2024, the city saw some big changes and events. The City Council’s decisions led to a canceled bond election, a city audit, and the departure of…
An 8-year-old girl is still missing after a tragic flood incident in Oklahoma, while her father has sadly passed away. Oklahoma Girl Missing After SUV Swept Away in Floodwaters Sherman: The search is still on for an 8-year-old girl from Oklahoma who went missing after her family’s SUV was swept away in floodwaters on Christmas…
The Angel Tree program brings joy to children of incarcerated parents, fostering connections and hope during the holiday season Prison Fellowship’s Angel Tree Links Incarcerated Parents with Kids Oklahoma: Tammy Franklin knows firsthand how tough it is for kids with a parent in prison, especially during the holidays. She’s been there. Having been incarcerated herself,…
An Oklahoma man has been arrested for a child abduction and assault case from 1991 in Texas, bringing new hope to the victims. Texas Police Arrest Oklahoma Man in 1991 Child Abduction Case Plano: An Ardmore man has been arrested in connection with a child abduction case that dates back to 1991. This guy, who’s…
Rogers County Commissioners decided to delay action on several agenda items until future meetings, including employee benefits and infrastructure repairs. County Commissioners Postpone Decisions on Key Agenda Items Rogers County: So, the county commissioners had a meeting on Monday, and they decided to push a bunch of items to future meetings. One big topic was…
