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FANNIN COUNTY, TX -- A retrial is scheduled to begin Monday morning for a former Bonham youth pastor accused of sexually assaulting one of the children he ministered. The Fannin County District Attorney says 43 year
GETTING FIT: Personal Trainer Shea Davis from Nautilus Fitness talks about the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and how adults can take small steps to make a big difference in a child's life. According to the CDC: Obese youth are more likely to have risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure. In a population-based sample of 5- to 17-year-olds, 70% of obese youth had at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease. ...
STEPHENS COUNTY, OK -- A Texoma woman is dead after a car crash in Stephens County. It happened just after 12 a.m. Sunday morning on State Highway 7 West of Velma. Troopers say 28 year old Glenda
BRYAN COUNTY, OK -- At least one person is in custody after an overnight drug raid in Bryan County. According to the Bryan County Sheriff Office's Facebook page, investigators served a search warrant
SHERMAN, TX-- A high speed chase through multiple towns in Texoma ended after lasting an hour and a half. Fannin County Sheriff Donnie Foster says it all started when police got a call of a robbery at a convenience store in Bonham. He says when officers responded, a man in a white ford pickup sped off and started throwing money out of the window of his Ford Ranger along with a rifle.
DENISON, TX- A small fire this afternoon in an old building just outside of Denison was intentionally set according to the Grayson County fire marshal. Luckily it was spotted before getting out of hand. Just after 2p.m. Sunday afternoon, Michael Palmer and is family were driving down Farm Road 120 when he saw the flames. He first thought someone was burning old stumps but quickly realized that wasn't the case. "I was kind of frantic and just motioned the neighbor guy to call...
STRINGTOWN, OK -- People in a small Texoma town are left wondering what happened after a body was found early Saturday morning near city hall. Just months after moving to Stringtown, Oklahoma, Pastor Hal Corbett says it's not often, that something becomes the talk of the town. "You just hear from the people right up the road and stuff I never hear of any trouble here in town. its one of the quietest places I've ever been around." But when he woke up early...
ARDMORE, OK -- Cages filled with dogs and cats waiting to be fixed, a better scene than cages filled with homeless animals waiting to be euthanized...
SHERMAN, TX -- It was beers and barks at a Texoma brewery today.
SHERMAN, TX -- TAPS continues to drive forward, looking for ways to steer out of their money troubles. On Friday, they accepted several bids from transit management companies hoping to take over their operations. Earlier this month TAPS issued a request for proposals, hoping a strong and stable transit company would take the wheel. Five companies originally showed interest, but on Friday three agencies, First Transit, Trans Dev, and McDonald Transit all submitted a bid. On April 4... More>>
SHERMAN, TX -- The Sherman Police Department says an officer who broke up a fight at the high school last month acted appropriately and responsibly.
DENISON, TX -- A helicopter that was on a sight-seeing tour in Hawaii, crash landed in the water of Pearl Harbor Thursday morning, sending a 16-year old boy to a hospital in critical condition.
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- If you have an outstanding warrant, deputies in Grayson County say now is the time to take care of it. The Great Texas Warrant Roundup starts next month. Statewide, law enforcement make arrests or collect fines. In Grayson County, deputies say there are 66-hundred active warrants out that together total millions of dollars owed to the county. Anyone with a warrant is asked to call or visit a county office now to avoid a... More>>
The Sherman School Board had Genesis Partnership conduct an analysis to give the board a ranking based on the schools building conditions and enrollment. The study found that close to ten buildings needed to be re-built or re-vamped in the coming years. "You have to do something. So we're in the planning phase to determine what are the conditions of our facilities and where do we need to go going forward." Two of the main buildings on the list were the Sherman High Sc...
A 16 year-old is fighting for his life in a Hawaii hospital after a helicopter came down in the waters of Pearl Harbor. NBC reports, the 16 year-old was on board with four other people for a sight-seeing tour when the Genesis Aviation Chopper crash landed Thursday morning.
SHERMAN, TX-- Highway 75 is back open tonight after a semi truck flipped over earlier today. Police said it happened because of an unstable load on the truck.
ARDMORE, OK-- APD had some taxing physical training this week, teaching and brushing them up on techniques... to keep themselves and the public safe "Stop fighting me!" Hands-on training... and they didn't take it easy on each other. "Get off my gun!"
ARDMORE, OK-- Ardmore Police say a man is now sitting in the Carter County jail, after breaking into his ex-girlfriends apartment and assaulting her. Officers say Nathan Tyler Landeros was arrested for sexual battery, domestic assault by strangulation, and first degree burglary...
SHERMAN-- Nautilus Sport & Fitness is hosting a workout event Saturday for a good cause!
UNITED STATES (AP) - Harper Lee, the elusive author whose "To Kill a Mockingbird" became an enduring best-seller and classic film with its child's-eye view of racial injustice in a small Southern town, has died. She was 89.
ACHILLE, OK – The mayor of Achille, who's been in legal trouble with his town before, is back in the hot seat, but this time in connection with his job as a Bryan County Sheriff’s Office deputy.
DENISON, TX -- Families in one Texoma town are hoping to lace up their skates next holiday season.
For more than thirty years an old swing set and an out dated merry go round were the only things that graced the gunter playground. "More swings because we always fight about the swings when we come out." Parents from the community began noticing the awful conditions of the playground forcing them to kick around some different ideas and start raising funds for a new one. "I think it helps them learn better if they get out there and play and e...
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX – Relay for Life is months away, but people in Grayson County have already raised thousands of dollars in the fight against cancer.
OKLAHOMA-- Texoma school districts are feeling uneasy with a multi-million dollar budget cut after the Oklahoma State Board of Education had to make some changes. Texoma superintendents we spoke with today said they're just trying to keep their heads above water this year, but fear more cuts are on the way for 2017. Oklahoma schools have been forced to make some big changes. State funding was cut by almost 50-million dollars for pre-k through 12th grade. Kingston superintendent, Ron...
We're entering peak storm season which goes from the middle of February until the end of July. James Dalton with the Durant/Bryan County Emergency Management, says it's a perfect time for a refresher on what to do in emergency situations.
LOVE COUNTY, OK-- A stoic face for 35 year old Fount Duston Thursday afternoon after learning his fate of life, life without parole and an additional 140 years behind bars. "Just this case in and of itself standing on its own was certainly egregious enough to warrant such a tough and stiff punishment," District Attorney Craig Ladd said.
Tom Bean Police went to their Facebook Thursday to warn of reports of child predators. They posted the photo below to their Facebook page. TOM BEAN FACEBOOK PAGE More>>
CARTER CO., OK -- A potentially deadly virus has threatened the lives of many dogs in the U.S., and doctors say it may be on its way to Oklahoma. "Hopefully she doesn't come down with it but yea, it is something to be worried about,” dog owner, Linda Gutierrez says...
The El Reno Oklahoma police department has issued an Amber Alert for an 8 year old and her mom. Police say they are looking for 39 year old Arcenio De Jesus who they believe is traveling to Mexico with Mario Lopez or Maria Ramierez and 8 year old Mabel Lopez. He is driving a green 2005 Explorer with Oklahoma license plate 689LHD. If you see this SUV you are asked to call police.
DENISON, TX -- This weeks pet of the week is a very loving male kitten. For now he and his two brothers are staying at the Morton St. Animal Clinic in Denison.
DENISON, TX – The City of Denison is hoping to get people around their community to roll up their sleeves, and volunteer to keep their parks beautiful.
ARDMORE, OK -- Police in Ardmore need help finding a man they say swiped a debit card, stealing hundreds of dollars.
DENISON, TX-- A new housing project could be in the works for one Texoma town that will help those in need.
DENISON, TX-- Texoma schools gathered together this morning to kick off their Second Annual Special Olympics Basketball Meet.
HUGO, OK -- Usually you'd hear laughter filling the air at the Boys and Girls Club in Hugo... But soon....it might just stay this silent. "It's shutting down?!" "Next Friday" "Why?!" "We're looking at maybe $80,000 a year..." That's money that the club just doesn't have... Without it...families will be shut out. "I don't know what now, what they're going to do now." "The kids need something to...
From Albertsons to Walmart Sherman has a variety of grocery stores. And even though you can find around 15 different stops to pick up your cooking needs, Sherman decided Tuesday night to add another to their cart. "I’m really excited they're going to put something like that here in Sherman." Sherman's communication manager Nate Strauch says within the next month construction for a new Kroger Marketplace will begin right off highway 75. "It really is an awe...
WILSON, OK- A Carter County couple accused in connection to the death of their 2 year old son was in court today. Alice and John Bailey entered a not guilty plea in court Wednesday morning in the death of their two year old son Jakob Bailey.
PAULS VALLEY, OK-- After investigating for more than two months Pauls Valley Police along with multiple outside agencies shut down three suspected drug houses. "We just noticed that there were cops pulling up down the street and there were quite a few of them so we started looking out the windows," Katy Williams said.
OKLAHOMA -- Delis Bryant says, because of what she sees as a rising crime rate in the U.S., she doesn't even feel safe in her own home anymore. Today, she decided to do something about it, she filled out an application for a concealed handgun license.
DENISON, TX -- It was about as good an ending as you could hope for when a semi rolled over in Grayson County Wednesday morning. First responders say the driver lost control on southbound Highway 75
BRYAN COUNTY, OK -- A Bryan County Man is dead after getting hit by a car while walking down the road. It happened just before 7:30 Tuesday night on Highway 70 about a tenth of a mile east of Durant.
SHERMAN, TX -- Sherman first responders can now provide even faster and safer care to their patients. The Sherman Fire Department recently upgraded two of their essential life saving devices.
SHERMAN, TX -- "We're gonna do this for about ten seconds.." Texoma seniors are on the move... "If I didn't exercise I'd be stiff and probably unable to walk!" William Johnson knows there's another important benefit to staying active as he gets older. "We're at the age where people fall and um that's catastrophe at this age." It's a catastrophe that Logan Cunningham says can be prevented. "The older that you get and the more act...
DENISON, TX -- Representative John Ratcliffe recognized a group of Texoma teenagers for their contributions to engineering.
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- Texas voters started to hit the polls ahead of next month's primary.
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX-- Two Texoma students will be getting the opportunity of a lifetime after high school. Both seniors told us they will be attending the Air Force Academy, and that they got there with the help of one congressman.
HUGO, OK- A recent increase in child molestation has one Texoma sheriff's office working to try and keep kids out of harm's way. The Choctaw County Sheriff's Office is sending a warning out to parents on what they can be on the lookout for. For two years Choctaw County Investigator Jeff Epley has been part of the sex crimes unit. The number of cases he's worked is going up. "Absolutely. It is definitely a crime that is climbing," said Epley. In the last ...
COALGATE, OK -- 3 Texoma families got a wakeup call no one ever wants, the sound of fire alarms alerting them their home was on fire, leaving neighbors speechless...
For more than 40 years people have traveled from all over to the small town of Tioga to get their fill of Clark’s barbeque. But now instead of seeing a friendly building filled with people they're met with caution tape and burned debris. "What I really miss from Clark's is the smell of barbeque." Last month the popular restaurant was overtaken by flames forcing the owners to pick up the pieces and start from square one. "We're working on it but it&rsquo...
For more than 100 years, the former Central Ward Elementary School has sat on the corner of Main Street and Woodward in Denison. Neighbors say after the final bell rang in the 1980s the building started falling apart. "If they can’t renovate it, as much of a history buff as I am, I think it just needs to be tore down." Denison City Manager Jud Rex says for years now they've been trying to get the building demolished. But the owner James Roa has fought back with...
DURANT, OK -- After months of anxious anticipation, a Durant baby in need of a heart transplant received her long awaited heart on Monday.
DENISON, TX -- Winter may not be over, but a Texoma town is already planning their summer with the big screen.
DURANT, OK- On this Presidents Day the First United Bank held its annual stakeholders meeting with hundreds of employees from different locations. This year it was held right here in Texoma at the Choctaw Casino and Resort in Durant. The theme was "spend life wisely." They talked about the what their company stands for, and recognized employees that have been with the company for a number of years. One of them 40 years. "We had 80 folks there in 1992 the first...
COLBERT, OK- Storm season is right around the corner and a Texoma pastor is working to make sure people in his town have a safe place to go when bad weather hits. Pastor Joe Beshirs is working to get not one, but two community storm shelters placed just in time before mother nature unleashes her fury. Light House pastor, Joe Beshirs is no stranger to acts of God. His sister lost her home twice, including last year during a tornado in Bridge Creek, Oklahoma. That's when Behsirs knew...
MARSHALL CO., OK -- People who drive on the Willis Bridge between Marshall and Grayson County know the fears some have when crossing over state lines... "Occasionally I picture myself falling into the water..." "She put a life jacket in her truck...she wouldn't come across...her husband finally made her drive across and he had a life jacket in the truck constantly." The Willis Bridge on State Highway 99 and US 377 is more than 60 years old. "Do y...
ARDMORE, OK -- From Ardmore, all the way to Sulphur, Interstate 35 has been invaded by bright orange cones. "It’s really going to suck because I take those exits every day so it's going to take a lot longer to get to Ada,” driver, Nicki Duncan says.
DENISON, TX- A Denison man who severely crushed his hand in a work accident earlier this month is back home. Some of the images in this story are somewhat graphic. On February 3rd 21 year old Dylan Herd's hand was crushed in a machine while working at Champion Coolers. Vice President Brian Aspell not only works with Herd, but is a close family friend. "Dylan, as close as he is to us, that's like my son," said Aspell. Aspell's son along with Dylan were high school b...
Moody Gardens visited with Meredith Saldana about two new exhibits coming just in time for Spring Break. More information can be found at: http://www.moodygardens.com/ More>>
BRYAN COUNTY, OK -- There's a warning out for people living in a small part of Bryan County. Managers with Bryan County Rural Water District 2 say a scammer may try to take your money. They say someone
MURRAY COUNTY, OK-- An accident Sunday evening on I-35 in Murray County that had traffic backed up for miles, sent two people to the hospital. OHP troopers say it was a single vehicle crash and happened around 4:30 near mile marker 51. They say a woman was driving northbound on 35 and fell asleep.
DURANT, OK-- A Texoma teen is taking the next big step in her life. According to an Oklahoma Army National Guard Recruiter, this Southeastern student is the first woman in Oklahoma to enlist in the field artillery battalion.
WHITESBORO, TX -- After a tragic car accident took the lives of two Whitesboro children over the weekend, friends and family members paid their respects during visitations on Friday.
SHERMAN, TX -- Visiting a doctor is about to get easier for workers at a local manufacturing company.
Just about everybody likes Valentine’s Day but Paulette Wade the owner of Country Florist in Sherman really loves it, it's her busiest day of the year. "It’s crazy!"
GUNTER, TX-- A Texoma school district is increasing the safety of their students and bus drivers with security cameras this year.
RINGLING, OK-- People in Ringling say they're frustrated with limited shopping choices, but city officials say... fortunately that's about to change. "It's a big step for Ringling, we're really thrilled," Mayor Terrie Blackwell said. The blue prints are in! "I just think it would be awesome,
MADILL, OK-- Madill Police say three men are behind bars after they resisted arrest and even one of them threatening to kill a police officer. Madill police say Jesus Reynaga, Jovann Tovar, and Farid Martinez, were booked into the Marshall County Jail.
JOHNSTON COUNTY, OK-- An overnight fire destroyed a barn in Johnston County. Pictures shown were sent to us by Jason Bryant. The Tishomingo Fire Department says they arrived on scene Friday morning around 7:30 to an engulfed barn in Milburn off of H street.
Durant, OK - You don't have to make an appointment for a massage when you can get the same results at home. KTEN's Meredith Saldana talked to the folks at the Choctaw Casino Spa Resort about low to no cost treatments you can do in your living room at home.
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Police say two teens have been shot at a high school in the Phoenix suburb of Glendale, but there is no more danger to the rest of the campus. Glendale Officer Tracey Breeden told reporters Friday that she doesn't know whether the victims at Independence High School are students. She didn't discuss the conditions of the teens. She didn't say who fired the shots but said there is no active shooter situation now. The school i... More>>
LOVE COUNTY, OK -- A large grass fire that destroyed nearly 600 acres of land in Love County is finally under control and investigators believe it's arson. They say they found pieces of foil on the property, possibly
NORTH TEXAS, SOUTH OKLAHOMA -- Gas prices have been dropping all across the nation, including in Texoma, but filling up may soon get even cheaper.
BRYAN COUNTY, OK -- A Durant man lost his life Thursday night after he crashed his motorcycle.
DENISON, TX -- People looking to move into Texoma will soon have even more options in Grayson County.
HUGO, OK -- A convicted killer from Choctaw County will not get a new trial after
DENISON, TX-- A Texoma family who saw their neighbor's house catch fire acted as good Samaritans in fear for their friend's life.
DENISON, TX- A pricey piece of art work was stolen last weekend, but tonight it's back in the right hands. We first shared the story of the missing piece called "Cabrito" on Monday. The $2,000 piece was taken from Summit Oaks Ranch and a deer decoy was put in its place. A Texoma man found the piece in the common area at Fountain Creek in Pottsboro. No word on who actually stole the goat, but he's back home tonight.
BRYAN COUNTY, OK- It's almost time to start thinking about setting our clocks an hour ahead, but one Oklahoma representative is hoping to do away with day light saving in the sooner state all together. Since the year 1918 the United States has sprung forward and fell back as the seasons change. "I think it's wonderful. I think we need to keep it," said Loyd Barnett. Oklahoma Representative Harold Wright proposed House Bill 2557 to get rid of daylight saving in...
ARDMORE, OK-- After their former pastor was arrested for writing bogus checks, a Texoma congregation says, they're now using this time of hurt to make the church stronger. "He made a mistake he's gotta live by it," Purvy Frank said. Forgiveness has been the attitude from a congregation healing as they were blindsided when their former pastor was accused of wrong doing.
GRAYSON CO----While Texoma has long been known for its farming a new type of farm could lead to a brighter future. "That would be great!" Grayson county commissioner
GETTING FIT: Personal Trainer Shea Davis shows us the proper way to do lunges and how to stay healthy. More>>
ADA, OK-- The 2 Hip Chicks Road Show will be in Ada on Saturday, February 13th at the Pontotoc County Agri-Plex in Ada from 9am - 5pm! More than 100 vendors will be set up selling things like boutique clothing, furniture and even metal art. To learn more about 2 Hip Chicks go to http://www.2hipchicksroadshow.com/index.html#hometop
The Sherman Service League is celebrating 60 years of Charity Ball and Ruiz Foods has become the Presenting Sponsor. The league is still looking for donations, if you would like to donate you can find more information at: http://shermanserviceleague.org/charity-ball/ More>>
CARTER COUNTY, OK -- A former Ardmore pastor has been arrested after being accused of writing bogus checks. The Carter County District Attorney says Willie Tiller faces ten counts of forgery. He
ARDMORE, OK -- This is Rowdy. He is a two year old pointer type. He is good with children and loves giving hugs. He has a husky that is his best friend here at the Ardmore Animal Shelter which means he is
ATOKA, OK -- Voters in Atoka passed a one percent sales tax increase by a narrow margin on Tuesday to fund a new multi sports stadium. But even after the elections, public opinions vary as to how and where the money collected will be going, and the long term effect this increase will have on residents, and those shopping in Atoka. City officials say money raised from the new tax hike will not only go towards building a new multi-sports stadium but it will also help fund future proje...
DENISON, TX -- A long standing chiropractor's office is expanding its building to offer patients with more services.
DENISON, TX -- With storm season right around the corner, the National Weather Service wants to make sure you're storm ready
DENISON, TX -- "Ash Wednesday is something very precious because of course it leads into lent and then it leads into the resurrection of our savior." Local Christians began the 40 day Lenten season by attending Ash Wednesday Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church. "Well this day begins a period of fasting and prayer." "Perhaps we will give lent, and leave behind to him a blessing." Over the next 40 days many Christians will use this time to ref...
DURANT, OK-- A Texoma hospital said heart disease is one of our nation's most common health problems and the leading cause of death for Americans 35 years old or older. That's why Alliance Health Durant has a new state of the art device to help people facing heart problems.
LOVE / CARTER COUNTY, OK-- Love County EMS says crews started controlled burns Wednesday afternoon in the Cross Timbers, Oswalt area near County Lines... hours into the burn, smoke carried at least 15 miles and created clouds of smoke in various parts of Ardmore. People we talked to say they're shocked to see the smoke has impacted such a large area.
Brick by brick buildings along Main Street in Durant were built during the city's early days laying a foundation for the future. Today City leaders are working to make sure those
DENISON, TX- What started as a trash burn in Denison this morning quickly turned into an emergency when flames spread to a nearby shop. "It just went bad quick," said Barney England. Barney England was in the back of his shop getting rid of garbage. The fire he started quickly spread to an area where he didn't intend on igniting. "It was jumping in the other room a little bit and getting my saddles in the saddle room," said England. Thinking on his feet....
DENISON, TX- A little over a week ago one Texoma man lost everything in a house fire but he's getting some help from the ones he works with. Back on January 31st Billy Smith's home went up flames and killing two of his beloved dogs. Smith has worked at "Grandpappy Point Marina" for almost 30 years. Employees there have been working to help get Smith back on his feet, and even have him moved over to property he has in Hendrix. "A place like Grandpappy's, we're a fa...
DENISON, TX -- If you were planning on hiring a contractor to fix up your home any time soon, Police in Denison are warning you to watch out for scammers.
Whether you're buying or selling a house the process can be long and scary. But 2015 was definitely worth it for sellers as average sales prices in both Texas and Oklahoma hit record highs. "We had to put in an offer really quickly and within 2 to three weeks we got the results we wanted." Despite the high prices first time home buyer Taylor Evangelist says after a lot of thinking he and his family decided to go for it. Knowing other families ...
ATOKA, OK -- Voters in Atoka passed a tax hike Tuesday that will help build a new multi-sports complex in their city.
SHERMAN, TX -- Victims of domestic violence will continue to receive help year round thanks to a local grant.
MARSHALL COUNTY, OK-- A Texoma man who local deputies said has a troubled past is behind bars in another state, this after he allegedly robbed an armored car security guard.
CALERA, OK -- Just after 9:30 Tuesday morning, smoke filling the air had people wondering what was going on... "We actually went out and investigated, we talked with the local police chief and he told us at this time there was no danger." The Cherokee Telephone Company warehouse was on fire. "My wife come in yellin' that we needed to get out..." But as the fire grew neighboring Calera Elementary took action. "We evacuated our students to the old...
BONHAM, TX- Captain Tim La Vergne Sr. with the Bonham Police Department died a year ago February 9, 2015 from a heart attack. His son organized this blood drive to keep his dad's legacy alive. For 33 years Tim La Vergne Sr. suited up in black and blue and served the city of Bonham as an officer, and later a police captain. This time last year is the day that changed officer La Vergne's son forever. "That was really a heart beak moment for not just our family, but for the po... More>>
ARDMORE, OK -- "We're very sad and disappointed that anybody would do anything like that." After 10 years of working for her local park, Teresa Ervin says she is shocked to hear a woman was attacked where she takes her family almost every day. "We want you to have fun and the park has so many things you can enjoy and we want people to come out and feel safe and have a great time,” Ardmore Regional Park Director, Teresa Ervin says. It happened around 1 o clock ... More>>
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX-- St. Mary's Catholic School is putting the finishing touches on Casino Night 2016. This is their 16th annual fundraiser and will be held Saturday, February 27th at the Hilton Garden Inn in Denison. For more information visit: http://stmarys-sch.org/sms-casino-night/ More>>
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX-- "Parent Tours 2016" is a partnership created by Workforce Solutions Texoma, Sherman Economic Development Corporation & the Denison Development Alliance as they try to create their own workforce by encouraging young people to look at manufacturing as a career opportunity.
MARSHALL COUNTY, OK -- A fugitive wanted in Texoma has been captured out of state. The Marshall County Sheriff's office says 24 year old Brenden Griffith has been captured in Gold Beach, Oregon. They say
GAINESVILLE, TX -- Gainesville Police need your help gathering information about several robberies that happened over the weekend. The first one happened early Saturday morning in the 200 block of Harvey Street.
SHERMAN, TX -- If you've ever been frustrated by a long standing red light in Sherman, city officials are hoping to fix the problem and better regulate the flow of traffic by taking over all of Sherman’s traffic lights from TxDOT.
DURANT, OK – There’s officially a new police chief in one Texoma town.
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX- a Texoma man is wanting some help getting an art piece of a goat made from horseshoes back after it was taken off his property over the weekend. Summit Oaks Vineyards is a tranquil setting just west of US 75 in Denison. Designed to allow people who live in the upscale community to enjoy nature. The trails that run through the park are adorned with art work until this weekend. Developer Jon Gaulding says on Saturday he noticed something was missing. "Wel...
In just a few seconds the De Luna families life was changed forever on Saturday after a speeding driver took the lives of two of their children. "Times are hard right now and we can't
ARDMORE, OK -- A family brought closer together by tragedy... On January 29th, these two 7 year old twins were in a head on car accident that took the life of Michael Clevenger, a close family friend, and left them with broken bones and a long road to recovery...
WHITEWRIGHT, TX -- Witnesses say a mid-air collision with another jumper is what sent a 54-year old Dallas man to the hospital Sunday afternoon... "A gentleman was with some more skydivers after they exited the plane, and they were about to break off from each other a couple of them collided in the air which caused one gentleman to start spinning." It happened at Skydive Dallas in Whitewright. The company's website says.. The typical jump starts more than 2-...
VAN ALSTYNE, TX -- A Soft Lock Out placed on Van Alstyne Elementary School was lifted just a little after 12 pm Monday, after determining a general threat made on Facebook, not specific to the campus, wasn’t credible. The district says they were placed on the Soft Lock Out only as a precaution to insure the safety of their students and staff. Van Alstyne Police say the threat was brought to their attention Monday morning by one of their residents. They say a man in ... More>>
WHITEWRIGHT, TX- A parachuter is injured and was flown to an area hospital after accident at Skydive Dallas in Whitewright this afternoon. A 54 year old man from Dallas was life flighted to the Plano Medical Center. Around 3p.m. this afternoon the man's parachute deployed but according to Skydive Dallas officials the deployment had some kind of issue. A statement from Skydive Dallas says the man has 13 years of sky diving experience. Police say the man's injuries are c...
DENISON, TX- Tonight a man is thankful for his life after a man pointed at a gun at him and demanded his wallet. This all happened in the early hours on Saturday morning. "I thought I was going to die. I thought I was gone," said Joe Cortez. Joe Cortez was sitting on his front porch at this home on West Crawford, smoking a cigarette when another man walked up asking if he could have one. When Cortez went to hand the man a cigarette that's when things quickly changed. ...
BRYAN COUNTY, OK -- It’s been a nightmare for the family of a local veteran after someone stole his grave marker from a small cemetery in Hendrix, OK. But since Friday, deputies say vandals are haunting
DURNAT, OK-- Hundreds of people put on their best costumes and prepared themselves to take the plunge in cold water this morning in support of Oklahoma's Special Olympics.
DENISON, TX -- The cost of getting therapy can rack up pretty fast. So a local community is offering
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- Soon thousands of people in need in Grayson County will get a hot meal all thanks to a local food plant.
SHERMAN, TX-- When soldiers return to Texoma from the military some find it hard to get used to everyday life again. Today PTSD veterans with the Bonham VA had the chance to learn how to ride, groom and care for horses.
From college football legend to scrambling just to hang on. "It’s sad to see that they make that turn in life after they've been given such an awesome opportunity.
GENE AUTRY, OK-- Valentine's Day is a time to share the love, but with a piece of history needing cupid's arrow, it's a time to share what's in your wallet. "This museum is definitely the heartbeat for this community," Mayor Kyle Lawson said. Next Friday evening from 5:30 - 9:00 the town of Gene Autry will host...
PAULS VALLEY, OK-- Just about the only good reason to jump into freezing water this time of year, is when it's for a fund raiser going to a good cause. The Pauls Valley Police Department has started raising money for their annual polar plunge coming up next month, officers say...
SHERMAN, TX -- Two different angles, one from a cell phone, the other from a school surveillance video captures a heated fight between two Sherman High School students during their lunch hours.
DENISON, TX -- A local group is offering a plan to people who aren't insured.
BRYAN COUNTY, OK – A Bryan County family will have to find a new place to call home after their trailer home went up in flames Thursday afternoon.
DENISON, TX-- In case of an emergency they are sometimes your first call. And this afternoon several dispatchers in Denison were honored for their hard work.
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- Charges will not be filed against a Sherman police officer accused of being too physical when he broke up a fight at the high school last month.
Rachel Morris is 33 weeks pregnant with her second baby girl. She says when she heard about the Zika virus popping up in nearby Dallas she wanted to know more.
BRYAN COUNTY, OK- Officers in Bryan County are gearing up for a busy weekend raising money for the Special Olympics. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Durant PD, Calera PD, Durant Fire and the sheriff's office will be at area restaurants in Durant serving the public and taking tips that goes to the Red River Special Olympics. The Tip-a-Cop event is a preview of the polar plunge that will be happening Saturday morning at 10 at the Oasis Pool at the Choctaw Casino. "I...
DENISON ,TX- Vandals are ramping up busting out windows of businesses across Denison. Discount Floors on Morton Street just had one window replaced a few weeks ago, and now they are faced with having to replace a second one. Discount Floors has fallen victim to vandals not once. "I think this is about number three or four," said Manager Cody Brogan. For seven months Discount Floors has been open on one of Denison's main streets. After replacing a window th...
CARTER COUNTY, OK -- A woman and her two small children are bruised and beaten after deputies say they were assaulted by a neighbor inside their Ardmore home...
MARSHALL COUNTY, OK-- Record rainfall in 2015 that breached a levee between Marshall and Bryan Counties is still causing a headache for some drivers. Several roads, bridges, and highways in the Marshall, Bryan County area were overtaken by water after floods caused the Cumberland Levee to break back in June... and now 8 months later, parts of Highway 199 are still under almost 15 feet of water.
A wisp of wind, a smile in the hall and a picture, those three things friends of Patty Mitchell say let them know she's still around. "She would go out of her way to make sure every kid had what they needed. If kids needed clothes we got
SHERMAN, TX – A better turn may be ahead for TAPS. On Wednesday, the transit company held a board meeting to discuss the possibility of another transit agency taking the wheel.
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- Denison firefighters say a small grass fire may to be to blame for a massive blaze a sawmill.
SHERMAN, TX -- A Texoma blood bank has reached critical levels and they're asking for your help to get them back on track.
ARDMORE, OK-- Bittersweet hugs outside of a Carter County Court room, after the family of Stormy Lusk watched 46 year old Robin Faulkenberry being walked out in handcuffs. "I'm just glad that the ball is rolling to get justice for storm and for the friends and family who donated to the GoFundMe," Shea Tanner, Lusk's mom said.
DURANT, OK -- For some Oklahoma architects.. It's more than just drawing up plans for a building. They're learning more about the people who'll be using it... This is what you can expect to see just east of highway 75 when you drive into Durant... "When people come from Texas into Oklahoma those are going to be some of the first things people see." Just north of the Choctaw Casino will stand a new facility combining more than 30 departments currently spread acro...
DENISON, TX-- It was anything but a normal day at work for a Denison man this morning when he was severely hurt in an accident.
WAPANUCKA, OK- Two men who escaped while be transported to the Johnston County Jail yesterday are still on the loose tonight. The Johnston County Sheriff tells me he suspects the two fugitives had pre planned a way to exit the van in a quick fashion and were successful. "They are just still at large. My deputies have been looking last night and today as well," said Sheriff John Smith. The Johnston County Sheriff says Kelvin Cannon and Larry Russell managed to escape ... More>>
Valentines Desserts and Comedy Show. Parkside Baptist Church starting at 6 P.M on February 14th. Tickets are $12 and you can order them here.
DENISON, TX-- Today Grayson College students voiced opinions about what they want to see built on their campus. Grayson College is looking to add on to their campus and they're turning to students for help.
SHERMAN, TX -- After months of uncertainty, TAPS may soon be up and running again. TAPS mangers met Tuesday morning with five potential transit management agencies interested in taking over their operations.
SHERMAN, TX -- The fate of a Sherman man who pleaded guilty to injury to a child is now in the hands of a Grayson County judge.
SHERMAN, TX -- The executive director of a local government agency is in the hot seat tonight
GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- A Texoma county is joining forces with other counties in the area to help our local veterans.
DENISON, TX -- "Can you sit?! Can you sit?! No you're gonna stand up instead." Cindy Huth volunteers at the D.A.W.G. House almost everyday…finding time whenever she can while working a full time job. "Most of our volunteers do have full time jobs. So that means when our dog house shifts are open which is 6 to 9 in the morning, 12 to 2 in the afternoon and 5 to 7 at night, they're fitting in their time either before or after work or even on their lunch...
SHERMAN, TX- Three people are without a place to call home after a fire that started from the back porch and ripped through their home this morning. "It was flaming pretty bad," said Clyde Luke. Neighbors living by this home on South Gribble Street witnessed dozens of fire fighters battle a fire in the home on the corner as it went up in flames. "I looked out my door and seen it was smoking. I heard the sirens and it was smoking, and big flames was coming out o...
DAVIS, OK -- Three ribbons cut for three dedications, introducing three brand new facilities. The Falls Creek Baptist Conference Center in Davis had a special ceremony on Tuesday to dedicate their 13 million dollar expansions...
GUNTER, TX -- It was a big shake up in the world of high school athletics on Monday, including at our Texoma schools, when the UIL (University Interscholastic League) announced its new district realignment plan. The new schedule will help solidify several Texoma school’s sports schedules, including football schedules for the upcoming season. But realignment often comes with its fair share of obstacles, such as the longer driving distances team members, parents, and fans have to... More>>
SULPHUR, OK -- A Sulphur man is dead, after the car he was in went airborne and hit a tree.
SHERMAN, TX -- A local non-profit kicked off its newest program today.
NORTH TEXAS, SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA -- While all eyes were on Iowa for Monday night’s caucuses, if you're not registered for the Oklahoma or Texas primary, you're running out of time.
ADA, OK -- Parents of students at one Texoma elementary school are upset after finding out their kids have been cleaning bathrooms at school. The school in Ada says it was all part of a contest designed to encourage kids to pick up after themselves. But it seems to have failed with parents. Two moms of first grade students at Hayes Elementary in Ada say their children came home and told them students have been cleaning the bathrooms to win a contest that would give them e...
With every buzz and every snip 6 year old Anthony Morin let go of something that's been a part of him since the day he was born. "I’m happy." Anthony's mother Melissa Salis
SHERMAN, TX- A fire in Sherman that has left one man without his home has been ruled accidental. Not only did the fire leave him without his home, but two loving pets. The homeowner has several dogs, but two of them were inside the home when the fire started late last night. Billy Smith has lived here in this home on Travis Street in Sherman for 11 years. He's watched the city grow from his front porch, now the view has changed. "It's been amazing," s...
CARTER COUNTY, OK -- A son's reaction to devastating news, his mother didn't survive after her house burned down Monday morning...
FANNIN COUNTY, TX- A fire in one Texoma town has left members of a local church without a place of worship, but that didn't stop the congregation from having Sunday morning service. The small congregation of the Marvin United Methodist Church gathered to worship, read scripture and reminisce of what was once the little white church they all gathered in. "It was good, because the sun was shining. It was a very melancholy, bittersweet yet joyous meeting. We sang together, we...
SHERMAN, TX-- The Sherman Fire Department says a home burned to a total loss this evening... smoke could be seen for miles. It happened around 6:00 in the 4200 Block of North Travis Street in Sherman. Division Chief Chris Olsen says at this time they don't think anyone was home at the time except for two dogs that escaped without any burns. He says the fire is believed to have started in the attic.
ARDMORE, OK-- Ardmore Police say two men sit in the Carter County Jail after robbing a man at gunpoint. Officers say Herald Ervin and Joe Stevenson were arrested for armed robbery and possession of stolen property Saturday.
DURANT, OK-- About a dozen people came out to learn self-defense with Bryan County deputies this afternoon. The "John Haislip for Bryan County Sheriff" campaign sponsored the class. Investigator Haislip said he's teaching the class to help people who may find themselves in danger one day. And for people who still want to have a way to defend themselves without having to carry a concealed weapon. "We learned back hair pulls, front choke holds. We learned how to throw p...
DURANT, OK—A special night of fun kicked off in Durant to help raise money for their Boys and Girls Club.
CHOCTAW COUNTY, OK-- Two people are dead and two others are in the hospital after a three vehicle crash in Choctaw County Friday night. Oklahoma Highway Patrol says it happened just after 7 when 58 year old Gaylen Branton of Soper was slowing down on US-271 to make a left turn...
DENISON, TX-- Dozens of volunteers and local church members have come together this weekend to help one organization feed the homeless in Grayson County. Share Taking it to the Streets is an organization that finds and feeds hundreds of homeless people each week.
MARSHALL COUNTY, OK-- A Marshall County woman is behind bars after police say she crashed her car while under the influence. Madill Police say Faith Roach is charged with transporting an open container of liquor, possession of marijuana, and unlawful possession of paraphernalia.
THACKERVILLE, OK -- Gamblers had some extra excitement at the Winstar Casino Friday afternoon.
DENISON, TX -- A Texoma fire department is one step closer to naming their new chief.
SHERMAN, TX -- Sherman is painting the town Cajun this weekend with the first annual Mardi Gras Bead Crawl.
BRYAN COUNTY, OK -- A convicted killer from Bryan County will remain behind bars after the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals rejected
VAN ALSTYNE, TX-- A Texoma town just off highway 75 is bustling with more people and new developments. The town's mayor said it’s all because more families are moving in, so more homes are being built.
CALERA -----Calera Police say Charla Moore and Kathy Barton will be off the streets for a long time, after they were charged with trafficking illegal drugs out of their home with 2 children living in the house.
ARDMORE, OK-- Ardmore Police say one man has died after a head on collision Friday morning. Captain Eric Hamblin says it happened around 9:00 on Plainview Road. A woman driving a white BMW and a man driving a in the opposite direction with a seven year old boy and girl in the back seat crashed head on.
ARDMORE, OK-- A Texoma high school student is heading straight for the Golden State after graduation, and he's not just putting on an act -- actually he will be... Ardmore High School Senior Riley Dobson has been accepted into the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Los Angeles.
FANNIN COUNTY, TX -- A retrial is scheduled to begin Monday morning for a former Bonham youth pastor accused of sexually assaulting one of the children he ministered. The Fannin County District Attorney says 43 year
More >>FANNIN COUNTY, TX -- A retrial is scheduled to begin Monday morning for a former Bonham youth pastor accused of sexually assaulting one of the children he ministered. The Fannin County District Attorney says 43 year
More >>GETTING FIT: Personal Trainer Shea Davis from Nautilus Fitness talks about the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and how adults can take small steps to make a big difference in a child's life. According to the CDC: Obese youth are more likely to have risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure. In a population-based sample of 5- to 17-year-olds, 70% of obese youth had at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease. ...
More >>GETTING FIT: Personal Trainer Shea Davis from Nautilus Fitness talks about the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and how adults can take small steps to make a big difference in a child's life. According to the CDC: Obese youth are more likely to have risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure. In a population-based sample of 5- to 17-year-olds, 70% of obese youth had at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease. ...
More >>STEPHENS COUNTY, OK -- A Texoma woman is dead after a car crash in Stephens County. It happened just after 12 a.m. Sunday morning on State Highway 7 West of Velma. Troopers say 28 year old Glenda
More >>BRYAN COUNTY, OK -- At least one person is in custody after an overnight drug raid in Bryan County. According to the Bryan County Sheriff Office's Facebook page, investigators served a search warrant
More >>SHERMAN, TX-- A high speed chase through multiple towns in Texoma ended after lasting an hour and a half. Fannin County Sheriff Donnie Foster says it all started when police got a call of a robbery at a convenience store in Bonham. He says when officers responded, a man in a white ford pickup sped off and started throwing money out of the window of his Ford Ranger along with a rifle.
More >>DENISON, TX- A small fire this afternoon in an old building just outside of Denison was intentionally set according to the Grayson County fire marshal. Luckily it was spotted before getting out of hand. Just after 2p.m. Sunday afternoon, Michael Palmer and is family were driving down Farm Road 120 when he saw the flames. He first thought someone was burning old stumps but quickly realized that wasn't the case. "I was kind of frantic and just motioned the neighbor guy to call...
More >>STRINGTOWN, OK -- People in a small Texoma town are left wondering what happened after a body was found early Saturday morning near city hall. Just months after moving to Stringtown, Oklahoma, Pastor Hal Corbett says it's not often, that something becomes the talk of the town. "You just hear from the people right up the road and stuff I never hear of any trouble here in town. its one of the quietest places I've ever been around." But when he woke up early...
More >>ARDMORE, OK -- Cages filled with dogs and cats waiting to be fixed, a better scene than cages filled with homeless animals waiting to be euthanized...
More >>SHERMAN, TX -- It was beers and barks at a Texoma brewery today.
More >>SHERMAN, TX -- It was beers and barks at a Texoma brewery today.
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