Four days of in-person classes on the table for OKC schools
By Nuria Martinez-KeelStaff writernmartinez-keel@oklahoman.comOklahoma City Public Schools is mulling a return to four-day-a-week schooling, as COVID-19 rates decrease and surrounding districts leave...
View ArticleAfter racial justice protests, Oklahoma lawmakers push pro-police,...
By Carmen FormanStaff writer cforman@oklahoman.comFollowing the death of George Floyd, thousands of Oklahomans took to the streets last year to advocate for racial justice through a series of protests...
View Article'Vast majority' of Oklahomans eligible for COVID vaccine starting Tuesday
By Dana BranhamStaff writer dbranham@oklahoman.comThe “vast majority” of Oklahomans will be eligible for a vaccine beginning Tuesday, state health officials announced Monday.Oklahomans in Phase 3 of...
View ArticleJulius Jones' supporters in Oklahoma celebrate decision to move his...
By Carla HintonFaith editor chinton@oklahoman.comApplause and shouts of joy arose on Monday as people gathered at a prayer vigil learned that Julius Jones' commutation request had been moved to the...
View ArticleOklahoma County marriage, divorce records for March 9, 2021
MARRIAGES• Darreletha Joann Todd and Jason Travis Hatcher• Christina Simone De Jean and Jatorrio Lambrucso Brooks• Jessica Lynn Cowan and Brayden Michael Markwell• Maria Juana De Dios Medina Cordova...
View ArticleCDC offers new guidance for fully vaccinated people, easing restrictions for...
By Dana BranhamStaff writer dbranham@oklahoman.comOnce someone is fully vaccinated against COVID-19, they can gather indoors with other fully vaccinated people without wearing masks, according guidance...
View ArticleAchievers: OKC teacher recognized as an Elite 100 IXL Learning educator
IXL Learning, the K-12 personalized learning program, recently announced its seventh annual Elite 100 list.Read more on NewsOK.com
View ArticleAchievers: Former Moore student earns spot on 2021 UW-Whitewater gymnastics team
Emily North, a native of Oklahoma City and graduate of Moore High School, will compete for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater gymnastics team during the 2021 season.North, a junior at...
View ArticleApply for an Oklahoma State Fair Scholarship by March 26
Staff reportsOklahoma students have until March 26 to apply for a 2021 Oklahoma State Fair Scholarship.Graduating seniors attending an Oklahoma high school may apply for one of the one-time $2,500...
View ArticleAre you qualified to be a special agent for the FBI?
Staff reportsThe FBI Oklahoma City Field Office will be hosting a virtual Diversity Agent Recruitment event to attract qualified candidates for the special agent position.Read more on NewsOK.com
View ArticleOklahoma genealogy group to hear 'Letters from a Farm Boy'
Staff reportsGrowing up on a farm in Oklahoma in the 1930s and 1940s was a lot different from farming today. Yet, some might say it also was similar in many ways.The Oklahoma Home and Community...
View ArticleLearn about OKC bombing during spring break
Staff reportsThe Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum has planned a week of educational activities during spring break.Daily events will include museum tours, STEM labs, special speakers and...
View ArticleArcadia Round Barn continues virtual concert
Staff reportsARCADIA — Oklahoma City singer-songwriter Rachel Lynch will present a virtual concert at 8 p.m. Thursday to benefit the Arcadia Round Barn.Lynch has written songs about hangovers, life,...
View ArticleYou can learn more about Edmond's economic outlook during an upcoming virtual...
Staff reportsEDMOND — The Edmond Economic Development Authority (EEDA) will host a series of virtual Economic Preview events that will feature insights from experts on the city's various real estate...
View ArticleWhat was it like to travel in a covered wagon?
Staff reportsEDMOND — An authentic wagon from the 1889 Land Run will be making a two-day visit to the Edmond Historical Society & Museum.Visitors will have two opportunities to view and climb...
View ArticleOklahoma City Museum of Art's 37th annual Omelette Party goes virtual
Staff reportsThe 37th Annual Omelette Party benefiting the Oklahoma City Museum of Art will look a little different this year.While the in-person party has been canceled, the fan-favorite art raffle...
View ArticleJulius Jones commutation case moves forward, Pardon and Parole Board votes in...
By Josh DulaneyStaff Writerjdulaney@oklahoman.comThe state Pardon and Parole Board on Monday voted to further review the commutation application of Julius Jones, a death row inmate who claims he was...
View ArticleHow can you help OKC Animal Welfare save animals' lives?
By Jonathan GaryFor The OklahomanOklahoma City Animal Welfare is coming off its best year in 2020. It was able to save 89% of all the animals entering the shelter.In May 2019, it launched its “Alive in...
View ArticleCelebrate your 50th wedding anniversary with The Oklahoman
Go to Oklahoman.com/life/weddings to view Oklahoma couples celebrating 50 years or more of marriage.Publication of anniversary photos on The Oklahoman's anniversary web page is free.Read more on...
View ArticleAdopt a pet: Time to get a springtime buddy
Editor's note:Please contact area shelters before visiting. Some shelters may be closed, have adjusted hours of operation or only available by appointment due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Bethany Animal...
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