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Banana Ball returns to Oklahoma led by Latta, ECU grad
Banana Ball returns to Oklahoma led by Latta, ECU grad

The Savannah Bananas baseball team is led by Texoma sports standout Tyler Gillum.

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Pottsboro chef shares recipes that promote a healthy lifestyle

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Pottsboro chef shares recipes that promote a healthy lifestyle

Chef Cathy Zeis shares her passion for healthy eating through a recipe for Afternoon Delight. 

Collinsville woman reunited with her late mother's class ring

Gayla Rose returned a very special ring to Katie Brock.

Collinsville woman reunited with her late mother's class ring

Some online detective work brought a treasured family memento back to Texas.

Weather disaster inspires Sulphur native's new song

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Weather disaster inspires Sulphur native's new song

TJ Todd wrote 'This Ole Town' as a beacon of hope for the people of Sulphur.

Caney High School standout chooses military career

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Caney High School standout chooses military career

Leah Smith has embodied the spirit of courage as she prepares to enlist in the US Air Force after graduation.

Whitewright homeowners find tarantulas in their yards

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Whitewright homeowners find tarantulas in their yards

"I'm not a big spider fan ... but at least I can see where he's at and avoid him," said Whitewright homeowner Sean Dyar. 

Mentorship program finishes up first semester at Sherman school

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Mentorship program finishes up first semester at Sherman school

Blume Cernero, an Austin College junior and Sory Elementary School alumnus, came up with the idea of RooBuddies to help give back.

Preview: Denison's Doc Holliday Festival

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Preview: Denison's Doc Holliday Festival

Here's what to expect at the 2024 Doc Holliday Saints & Sinners Festival in downtown Denison on Saturday, April 27.

Surviving the Storm: How to shelter in place

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Surviving the Storm: How to shelter in place

It's what you do before, during and after a severe storm that can save lives.

The Empowered Closet offers help to young Texoma mothers

The Empowered Closet in Denison offers help to young mothers and their families.

The Empowered Closet offers help to young Texoma mothers

The Empowered Closet, a new Denison non-profit, aims to help pregnant women and young mothers.

A full scholarship for Davis High School senior

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A full scholarship for Davis High School senior

Lexy Poyner is one of 60 recipients of the Cooke College Scholarship, and the only Oklahoman.

Sherman entrepreneur receives Congressional Patriot Award

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Sherman entrepreneur receives Congressional Patriot Award

Bill Douglass, the man who founded Sherman-based Douglass Distributing, was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's Patriot Award.

Stonewall middle schoolers win national recognition at science fair

McLish Middle School students recently won national recognition at a science fair.

Stonewall middle schoolers win national recognition at science fair

"It was super fun and it felt rewarding," said one McLish Middle School student.

Swine sale proves lucrative for Wilson High student

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Swine sale proves lucrative for Wilson High student

Junior Parker Eubanks sold two pigs at the expo, raking in more than $40,000 in earning

Durant café offers opportunities for disabled workers

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Durant café offers opportunities for disabled workers

From cashier to host, to cook, each staff member at Integration Station is able to walk in each day with a new job of their choosing.

Wildflowers in bloom across Texoma

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Wildflowers in bloom across Texoma

The Denison Dam on the Red River between Texas and Oklahoma is one of the most popular spots to take pictures with the State Flower of Texas.

Cancer survivor gets a special surprise before Boston Marathon

Laura Giesler shares a special moment with her daughter Sadie.

Cancer survivor gets a special surprise before Boston Marathon

Laura Giesler got some special encouragement from the students and teachers at her daughter's elementary school in Bonham.

The Beach Boys headline Sherman summer concert series

The Beach Boys headline Sherman summer concert series

Hot Summer Nights is back for its 30th season with the legendary surf rock band headlining the premiere event.

Holocaust exhibit set for Ada library

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Holocaust exhibit set for Ada library

"This is going to focus on what was happening in the United States, as well as all the way down to what was happening in Pontotoc County and Ada during this time period," said Ada library director Jolene Poore.

Denison robotics students head to state competition

The Denison Robo Jackets are on their way to a state competition in Houston.

Denison robotics students head to state competition

The Robo Jackets believe their robot is up to the challenge at the four-day event in Houston.

Special Olympics athletes converge on Durant

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Special Olympics athletes converge on Durant

The Red River Area track and field competition is the biggest event of the year.

Easter Bunny flies in for a special visit to Durant kids

The Easter Bunny flew to Durant for a candy drop on March 29, 2024.

Easter Bunny flies in for a special visit to Durant kids

"Everybody can have an egg hunt, but candy from a helicopter is totally different," said Dr. Kinion Whittington, who provided the whirlybird for Friday's event.

Ada Jobs Foundation encourages young computer coders

Ada students take part in Youth Coding League events.

Ada Jobs Foundation encourages young computer coders

The Youth Coding League teaches kids the basics of computer coding through friendly competition.

Vietnam vet named Texoma Hero

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Vietnam vet named Texoma Hero

Retired Lt. Col Norm Erkie was honored Friday for his military service.

Durant VFW hosts drop box for retired flags

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Durant VFW hosts drop box for retired flags

There is a proper way to dispose of tattered or worn US flags, and the box outside the VFW post ensures that all retired flags are handled with care.

Atoka County family finds dinosaur bones in backyard

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Atoka County family finds dinosaur bones in backyard

The Keeler family has long had an interest in prehistoric creatures.