Christmas in July: Oklahoma City honors hippo-themed song in bronze

The Oklahoma City Zoo unveiled a statue commemorating Gayla Peevey, the singer behind “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas,” ...

The Oklahoma City Zoo unveiled a statue commemorating Gayla Peevey, the singer behind “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas,” ...

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Oklahoma sports are driving destination tourism – and economic growth | Opinion

From bull riding to competition at Riversport OKC and Women’s College World Series, Oklahoma is staking its claim as a ...

From bull riding to competition at Riversport OKC and Women’s College World Series, Oklahoma is staking its claim as a ...

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How shopping locally owned businesses can benefit small business owners, community

Shopping locally owned businesses helps small businesses thrive, benefits cities and towns, said Cléo Nash with Independent ...

Shopping locally owned businesses helps small businesses thrive, benefits cities and towns, said Cléo Nash with Independent ...

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Paul McCartney is bringing his 'Got Back Tour' to Oklahoma in fall: What you need to know

The music icon, who turned 83 in June, announced Thursday, June 10 that he is bringing his acclaimed "Got Back Tour" to North ...

The music icon, who turned 83 in June, announced Thursday, June 10 that he is bringing his acclaimed "Got Back Tour" to North ...

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Oklahoma City Zoo immortalizes 'I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas' with statue

An Oklahoma Christmas music legend is getting some permanent recognition, as the OKC Zoo is honoring Gayla Peevey with a statue of her and her beloved Christmas gift.

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After deadly Texas floods, why Oklahoma's emergency managers 'think of the worst' when preparing for storms

Flooding is the deadliest natural disaster facing Oklahomans, a threat far greater than tornadoes. In the United States, ...

Flooding is the deadliest natural disaster facing Oklahomans, a threat far greater than tornadoes. In the United States, ...

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Red Dirt musician Kaitlin Butts heads back to Oklahoma with Texas country band Flatland Cavalry

Busy Tulsa native Kaitlin Butts is opening for her husband Cleto Cordero's band Flatland Cavalry in concert July 12 at OKC's ...

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On the Town: Bull riding, ESPN spotlight Oklahoma City in July

Wildcatter Days brings pro bull riding to OKC July 11–13 with ESPN coverage and Hall of Fame honors kicking off the weekend.

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Michael Dean, longtime Oklahoma radio broadcaster, dies at 77

Oklahoma radio broadcaster, producer and engineer Michael Dean died on Monday at the age of 77, following a multiyear battle ...

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Drake removes LeBron tattoo for another NBA star (photo)

Drake made it unequivocally clear that this once-close friendship with LeBron James is over permanently by covering the tattoo he had of Lebron ...

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Stillwater's Block 34 set to open as a new community park

Stillwater is preparing to unveil Block 34, a new park and gathering space, offering residents and visitors a place to ...

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Social media fuels rise in OKC street takeovers, police target primary accounts

The Oklahoma City Police Department is cracking down on street takeovers in the city by arresting suspects for incitement to ...

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Shooting investigation underway after victims show up at hospital, police station separately overnight

Police are now investigating a shooting after two people showed up at a hospital and a police station separately with gunshot ...

Police are now investigating a shooting after two people showed up at a hospital and a police station separately with gunshot ...

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Oklahoma sports are driving destination tourism – and economic growth | Opinion

From bull riding to competition at Riversport OKC and Women’s College World Series, Oklahoma is staking its claim as a ...

From bull riding to competition at Riversport OKC and Women’s College World Series, Oklahoma is staking its claim as a ...

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UPDATES: Flash flood warnings issued as storms track across Oklahoma

Along with a flooding risk, storms could produce isolated 50-60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail. The tornado risk is extremely low because of a cold front boundary to our north and a couple of ...

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Jalen Williams agrees to 5-year max rookie contract with Oklahoma City Thunder, deal could reach $287 million

After this past season, Jalen Williams is a household name. The first-time All-Star and NBA champion has the contract ...

After this past season, Jalen Williams is a household name. The first-time All-Star and NBA champion has the contract ...

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Alex Caruso on Thunder motivations to win championship: 'If you win, everybody gets paid'

As the lone player on the Thunder roster to have a championship before June, Alex Caruso talked about the behind-the-scenes ...

As the lone player on the Thunder roster to have a championship before June, Alex Caruso talked about the behind-the-scenes ...

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Oklahoma City Forecast Shows Warm Days Ahead with Possible Evening Showers and Thunderstorms

Oklahoma City's weather forecast includes sunny days with potential evening showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures ...

Oklahoma City's weather forecast includes sunny days with potential evening showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures ...

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News 9 radar damaged in apparent attack by anti-government militia group

Oklahoma City television station News 9 is reporting an anti-government militia group targeted its weather radar system.

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Oklahoma City welcomes Andretti Indoor Karting and Games

There’s a new ‘bonus’ tax deduction worth $6,000 for older taxpayers — here’s who qualifies The Hottest 2000s Dress Trends to ...

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2025 Salt Lake City Summer League: Ajay Mitchell, Nikola Topić lead Thunder past 76ers

SALT LAKE CITY – The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Philadelphia 76ers, 89-78, at Jon M. Huntsman Center in the 2025 Salt ...

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NBA 2K26 Summer League: Thunder shut down Nets

LAS VEGAS — Ajay Mitchell’s crisp 20-point performance spearheaded a solid collective offensive effort that propelled the ...

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Seven Oklahoma lawmakers score 100% on pro-growth report

Oklahoma lawmakers earned a 73% pro-growth score for 2025, according to the State Chamber’s new Prosperity Tracker tool.

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Oklahoma City to deploy more resources for Texas flood response

Oklahoma City to deploy more resources for Texas flood response ...

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