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Amari Whiting scored a double-double against her former team BYU, where her mother once coached, in an emotional homecoming that proved she's exactly where she belongs. Oklahoma State won 67-51 in a game that celebrated fresh starts over past heartbreak.
A former Barren County student is being celebrated for her academic success at Oklahoma State University. Mollie Webb earned scholarship support for her dedication to agricultural leadership studies.
Oklahoma State University's student-athletes are proving that championship performance happens in the classroom too. The athletic department just matched its all-time record with a 92% graduation rate.
Oklahoma just closed a dangerous loophole that allowed children to marry with parental or court permission. Starting November 1st, every person getting married in the state must be at least 18 years old, no exceptions.
Tessa Saxe from Morrisonville earned a prestigious Oklahoma State University scholarship worth thousands. She's one of hundreds of students receiving support from the university's $1.8 million scholarship program.
Oklahoma has earned recognition as one of the top five states to launch a small business in 2026, fueled by entrepreneurial spirit and strong community support. Local business leaders are sharing proven strategies to help new ventures thrive for the long haul.
Fifth-seeded Michigan State overcame a halftime deficit and survived a last-second three-point attempt to edge 12th-seeded Colorado State 65-62 in the NCAA Tournament's opening round. Grace VanSlooten's double-double and Kennedy Blair's clutch shooting powered the Spartans' comeback despite facing an inspired underdog playing without their leading scorer.
Oklahoma City Public Schools celebrated 79 students who earned some of the state's highest academic honors, including two who received Oklahoma's top distinction for high school seniors. The May ceremony recognized achievements from multilingual skills to Advanced Placement excellence.
South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.
A massive solar energy project in Oklahoma is bringing $1.5 billion in investment, creating over 2,000 construction jobs while powering Google's data centers and strengthening the state's electricity grid. The 725-megawatt solar fleet shows how clean energy can drive economic growth while supporting growing tech infrastructure.
A new Oklahoma library will house 59 affordable apartments on its upper floors, creating the state's first mixed-use public library. The Owasso project solves two problems at once: outdated infrastructure and the need for more housing.
Winston-Salem State's softball team is heading to the championship game after a thrilling 7-5 comeback victory over Bowie State. The Rams held off a fierce seventh-inning rally to secure their spot in Saturday's title game.
Oklahoma's aerospace and defense industry just created over 1,300 new jobs and attracted $450 million in investment, a 300% jump from last year. The state's strategic support program has delivered a 216% return on investment since 2018.
Alaska lawmakers are considering making the giant green cabbage the official state vegetable, honoring a farming tradition that produced a world record 138-pound head. The proposal celebrates the state's thriving agricultural community and its oversized produce champions.
When wildfires scorched 300,000 acres of Oklahoma ranchland, volunteers from across the state grabbed their trucks and trailers to deliver hope by the bale. What started as one man's mission tripled in size within a week.
For the first time ever, a historically Black college's flag waves over South Carolina's State House. The honor celebrates South Carolina State University's thrilling championship victory and marks a powerful moment of recognition.
South Carolina State University made history twice this week: winning the HBCU national championship and becoming the first historically black college to fly its flag over the State House. A victory parade Wednesday will celebrate both milestones.
Down by five entering the fourth quarter, Fayetteville State women's basketball stormed back to defeat Bowie State 49-46 and earn a spot in Saturday's CIAA Championship. The Broncos held their opponents scoreless for the final four minutes in a defensive masterclass.
The Oklahoma Humane Society is inviting the community to help save animals through adoption, volunteering, and events like the upcoming Poochella festival. One shelter dog named Albi will even represent Oklahoma in the national Puppy Bowl airing February 8.
Kaduna State has earned Nigeria's third-best state ranking and a four-star rating from an independent performance assessment. The recognition reflects real improvements in governance, healthcare, education, and citizen services across the northern Nigerian state.
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