The Criminal Justice Authority extended an offer of employment in early October 2019. Later in the month, the authority voted to rescind the offer and begin the search for a jail administrator anew.

The deeper I go into Christian faith, the more I understand it as a series of stark contrasts between what is considered desirable by the world’s standards, versus The Way of Christ. And there is perhaps no starker contrast between these realms than how we understand the concept of surrender.

With the Oklahoma Presidential Primary Election about six weeks away, local voters may be looking for ways to support their candidate of choice. Contacting political organizations and actively sharing candidates' platforms are among the suggestions.

Salvation Army bell ringers pulled in just over $65,000 for the organization's Muskogee branch over the holiday season, exceeding their goal of $55,000, said Lt. Rev. Charles Smith. 

Muskogee sixth-grader Myriah Synar learned on Thursday that early career planning can pay off.

Coming off a career-high 41-point night against McAlester on Tuesday, Conner Calavan scored 24 points and Jaxon Blunt added 18 as Class 4A No. 13 Fort Gibson defeated Tulsa Hale 70-53 in the opening round of the Old Fort Classic at Harrison Field House.

City of Enid CFO Erin Crawford also delivered a financial update that shows sales tax revenue is down compared to the previous fiscal year, and hotel and motel tax revenue has been decreasing as well.

Mass shootings have received increased national attention in recent years, as lawmakers, gun rights advocates, gun reform proponents, and the public have feverishly debated how to address the issue.

HULBERT – Shirley Teague has served as mayor of Hulbert for 14 years, but she's been on the Town Council since 2003.

GROVE, Okla. — When most think of vending machines, they envision vessels full of candy, chips and soda. But a new machine in Grove is different.

Last week, a Payne County jury awarded a Stillwater woman $5 million in a civil suit that followed her husband's death in a tractor accident. 

An engineer with more than 50 years of oilfield experience testified Thursday as National Oilwell Varco’s expert witness in the civil trial ongoing at the Pittsburg County Courthouse in McAlester.

A man who lead police on a chase through downtown in a stolen forklift last week was charged in connection with that incident Thursday, as well as in connection to a December theft of a truck belonging to Garfield County.

A convicted felon shot to death Wednesday by two Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers was identified as Adam Ray Hernandez.

A woman broke down in tears as she thanked volunteers handing her socks during an event working to connect homeless people with resources.

Three years and a few months after the murder of Linda Salazar, the man accused of her slaying is in custody of the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office.

An Enid High School student brought a BB gun to campus Thursday morning, according Enid Public Schools officials, who promised the incident "will result in both disciplinary and legal consequences."

Brian West of Rover Taxi says he is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for the death of taxi driver Dustin Parker.

The YouthBuild program offers education and training to low-income youth, ages 17 1/2 to 24, who need help completing their high school diploma or building job skills.

Traveling near or far, connecting with nature or people, learning history or discovering a talent are reasons for getting out of the house and exploring this corner of the world.

A Park Hill family is hoping someone with Type O blood will come forward to help 9-year-old Dakota Roe in his need for a live kidney donation.

U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Oklahoma Brian J. Kuester announced Wednesday that 12 people have been indicted for their alleged roles in distributing methamphetamine and other drugs through the U.S. Postal Service.  

Representatives from the Muskogee County Assessor’s Office will begin setting up shop Thursday at various locations during the remainder of the month to assist property owners with their annual assessments.

Downtown Fort Gibson business owner Noel Cox hopes to see plenty of feet at Saturday's Gathering on the Green.

State lawmakers are hoping to ease the health care burden during the legislative session to begin in February, as three representatives have announced their intention to end "surprise billing."

Oklahoma lawmakers may consider a bill this year that would bar people under 21 from buying tobacco products.

The Oklahoma State Election Board provides information on voting during the primary elections.

Worry is one of the most destructive habits we can have. Rid yourself of it, and you are sure to have a more useful, happy life

John Gray, who directs the Coach-A-Kid program, said Neville was selected for his dedication and his perseverance in overcoming his own learning disabilities to inspire children to stay in school.

People in the McAlester area want to help connect homeless people with resources.

State lawmakers are looking to rein in virtual charter schools.

Although it might not have the properties of a mythical elixir of life, tea could potentially prolong a person's time on earth, according to a recent study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.

Efforts of a committee formed by local government agencies, nonprofits and businesses to help “meet the long-term and unmet needs” of Muskogee County residents impacted by near-historic flooding in 2019 were bolstered by a $100,000 grant. 

Charlotte Neale made sure she showed up at the Relay for Life Kickoff event Tuesday night at Station 1.