Oklahoma News
Oklahoma park accused of letting kids play with tigers Thu, 17 May 2012 19:37:39 -0700 OKLAHOMA CITY (Reuters) - The Humane Society of the United States is accusing an Oklahoma exotic animal park of allowing children to handle and pose for photographs with juvenile tigers in what they called "a petting zoo for carnivores." Joe Schreibvogel, owner of the G.W. Exotic Animal Park, 65 miles south of Oklahoma City, denies the allegations, and he said on Thursday that the humane society ... (Read Story).
Oklahoma City ties Western Conference finals with a 5-1 victory over Toronto Fri, 18 May 2012 20:57:52 -0700 OKLAHOMA CITY - A non-stop parade to the sin bin proved too much for the Toronto Marlies' stellar penalty killing unit. (Read Story).
Oklahoma welfare applicants to face drug screening Wed, 16 May 2012 16:27:47 -0700 OKLAHOMA CITY (Reuters) - Oklahoma will require welfare applicants to submit to screening for illegal drug use under a bill signed into law on Wednesday by Republican Governor Mary Fallin. Oklahoma became the fourth state this year to approve such a measure, joining Utah, Georgia and Tennessee. Fourteen other states had similar proposals pending, according to the National Conference of State ... (Read Story).
Oklahoma governor signs open-carry gun bill Tue, 15 May 2012 17:41:58 -0700 OKLAHOMA CITY (Reuters) - Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin signed into law on Tuesday a bill that will allow Oklahomans to openly carry guns if they pass a criminal background check and take firearms training. Fallin, a Republican, said the new law "sends a strong message that Oklahoma values the rights of its citizens to defend themselves, their family and their property." Oklahoma already issues ... (Read Story).
Oklahoma Native American Cultural Center faces fight over funding Thu, 17 May 2012 23:55:54 -0700 Opponents of a plan to put an additional $40 million state bond issue into a half-built Native American cultural center in downtown Oklahoma City think they have the votes to kill it. (Read Story).
Oklahoma's unemployment rate falls in April Fri, 18 May 2012 07:43:02 -0700 Oklahoma's unemployment rate continued to improve in April as it fell to 5.0 percent, according to information released Friday morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (Read Story).
State employment continues strong recovery Sat, 19 May 2012 00:09:54 -0700 Oklahoma's unemployment rate continued to improve in April as it fell to 5.0 percent, according to information released Friday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. (Read Story).
Park festival set Saturday at Will Rogers Gardens in Oklahoma City Thu, 17 May 2012 22:00:00 -0700 The Oklahoma City Council of Garden Clubs is holding its annual Festival in the Park on Saturday at Will Rogers Gardens. The festival will feature seminars on gardening, activities for children and a flower show. (Read Story).
Report: Receiver Jackson staying at Oklahoma Thu, 17 May 2012 19:18:47 -0700 Oklahoma wide receiver Kameel Jackson is staying at Oklahoma despite being suspended indefinitely last week by coach Bob Stoops, according to a report in the Daily Oklahoman. (Read Story).
LA Lakers beat Oklahoma City in NBA playoff series Sat, 19 May 2012 00:03:13 -0700 Kobe Bryant shot a perfect 18-of-18 from the free-throw line and had a game-high 36 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat Oklahoma City 99-96 to hand the Thunder their first loss of the 2012 playoffs. (Read Story).
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Businesses in Allen Oklahoma
- Allen Advocate - Newspapers (Publishers)
- Allen Alumni Assn Inc - Associations
- Allen Assembly Of God - Churches
- Allen Auction - Auctioneers
- Allen Camper Mfg Co - Trailers-Camping & Travel-Manufacturers
- Allen Church Of Christ - Churches
- Allen Church Of God - Churches
- Allen City Hall - City Government-Executive Offices
- Allen Elementary School - Schools
- Allen Feed - Feed-Dealers (Wholesale)
- Allen Fire Dept - Fire Departments
- Allen Food Ctr - Grocers-Retail
- Allen Health Clinic - Clinics
- Allen High School - Schools
- Allen Home & Auto - Automobile Parts & Supplies-Retail-New
- Allen Insurance & Real Estate - Real Estate
- Allen Police Dept - Police Departments
- Allen Public Library - Libraries-Public
- Allen Quick-Pic - Convenience Stores
- Allen Vet Clinic - Animal Hospitals
- B & K's Restaurant - Restaurants
- Bargain Box - Nonclassified Establishments
- Bethel Freewill Baptist Church - Churches
- C & C Country Store - Convenience Stores
- Carolyn's Flowers & Gifts - Florists-Retail
- Church Of God Of Prophecy - Churches
- Coin Bank - Coin Dealers Supplies & Etc
- Criswell Funeral Home - Funeral Directors
- David L Morris Law Office - Attorneys
- Don's Lazy S Jerky Mfg Co - Meat-Wholesale
- Farmers State Bank - Banks
- First Baptist Church - Churches
- Good Journey Home Health - Home Health Service
- GTT Resources - Stock & Bond Brokers
- Hughes County Rural Water Dist - Water & Sewage Companies-Utility
- Idle Time Rv Sales - Recreational Vehicles
- J P's Creations - Tailors
- Jane's Antiques & Flowers - Florists-Retail
- Jarrett's Barber Shop - Beauty Salons
- Jon King Bail Bonds - Bonds-Bail
- Larry's Muffler - Mufflers & Exhaust Systems-Engine
- Lepa Grinding Svc - Special Dies/Tools Fxtrs/Ind Molds (Mfr)
- Lula Fire Dept - Fire Departments
- Magellan Midstream Holdings LP - Pipe Line Companies
- Magellan Pipe Line Co - Pipe Line Companies
- Mary's Beauty Shop - Beauty Salons
- Masonic Lodge - Fraternal Organizations
- Mc Daniel Dwelling - Farms
- Methodist Parsonage - Clergy
- Mid-Continent Pipeline - Pipe Line Companies
- Moore's Fence Co - Fence Contractors
- Mustang Country Store - Restaurants
- Nutrition For Senior Citizens - Senior Citizens Service Organizations
- Oklahoma Cleaning Svc - Fire Damage Restoration
- PDM Drilling - Drilling & Boring Contractors
- Praire Notions Fabric Shop - Blankets Retail
- Pre-Mc Inc - Oil Field Service
- Prentice Oil Co - Oil & Gas Producers
- Richmond Ave Free Will Baptist - Churches
- Rocky Point Mssnary Baptist Ch - Churches
- Russell's Plumbing - Plumbing Contractors
- Second Hand Treasures - Second Hand Stores
- Sherrill Ranch - Ranches
- Something More - Beauty Salons
- Sparkle Shop - Gift Shops
- Steve's Heating & Air Cond - Air Conditioning Contractors & Systems
- T D J's Pharmacy & Gifts - Pharmacies
- United Pentecostal Church - Churches
- US Post Office - Post Offices
- Water & Parks Dept - Parks
- Woodland Hills Nursing Ctr - Nursing & Convalescent Homes
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Local Allen, Oklahoma News
Allen taking his shot at being the decoy Sat, 19 May 2012 05:17:05 -0700 PHILADELPHIA - Ray Allen?s reputation has caught up with him. The 76ers paid special attention to Allen in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, limiting him to one field goal attempt - a first-half layup. (Read Story).
Allen unveils legislation to fight teacher bullying Thu, 17 May 2012 14:58:17 -0700 TRENTON ? State Sen. Diane Allen wants to amend New Jersey?s tough anti-bullying law to speed the removal of teachers who bully or harass students. (Read Story).
Allen shines in place of injured Brand Fri, 18 May 2012 21:58:24 -0700 Before Friday's game, coach Doug Colling was emphatic. He was sticking with Elton Brand, if only at the beginning. (Read Story).
Cannes: Woody Allen's worst nightmare Wed, 16 May 2012 08:20:47 -0700 The red carpet glamour, the frenzied fans, the media: Cannes is Woody Allen's worst nightmare, the US filmmaker confides in an up-close documentary screened at the film festival Wednesday. (Read Story).
Allen stops Garnett Sat, 19 May 2012 00:33:05 -0700 Coach Doug Collins stuck with Elton Brand in the starting lineup, but it was Lavoy Allen who took out Kevin Garnett. (Read Story).
Allen Voters Guide 2012: Jason Shepard (Allen ISD Place 3) Fri, 18 May 2012 22:45:11 -0700 The Allen American sent identical questionnaires to this year's Allen ISD Board of Trustees candidates to find out where they stand on the most important issues facing the district. Below is Place 3 candidate Jason Shepard's response. (Read Story).
Allen ISD Class Notes, April 26-May 3 Fri, 18 May 2012 22:46:36 -0700 A student safety and drug information program for Allen parents is set for 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the Lowery Freshman Center cafeteria. "Parents Partnering with Police" is sponsored by Allen ISD and the Allen Police Department. (Read Story).
Did a Gatorade shower kill George Allen? Thu, 17 May 2012 11:02:44 -0700 George Allen with Long Beach State in 1990. ( Ken Levine / Getty Images / May 17 , 2012 ) (Read Story).
Gen. Allen to leave Afghanistan post Mon, 14 May 2012 17:07:47 -0700 Marine Corps Gen. John Allen, the top commander in Afghanistan , is expected to leave his post early next year and take over the U.S. European Command, officials said. Allen has spent much of his tumultuous year in Afghanistan helping to negotiate a long-term security agreement with the Afghan government and overseeing the initial drawdown of U.S. forces from the country. Read full article >> (Read Story).
New Allen PD program emphasizes awareness Fri, 18 May 2012 22:46:16 -0700 The Allen Police Department is launching a new initiative to teach residents how they can be their own advocates when it comes to keeping their neighborhoods safe. (Read Story).
Oklahoma Articles
Oklahoma group buys Dippin' Dots Sat, 19 May 2012 20:30:44 GMT A group of investors from Oklahoma City has completed a $12.7 million transaction to buy the Dippin' Dots LLC flash-frozen ice cream company out of bankruptcy. (More).
Seaway pipeline sends oil to Texas in historic reversal Sat, 19 May 2012 20:29:03 GMT The Seaway pipeline began pumping crude from Cushing, Oklahoma, oil tanks to the heart of the U.S. refining industry in Houston on Saturday, marking a historic shift in the way oil flows across the United States. (More).
NBA playoffs: It's (wide) open season Sat, 19 May 2012 20:25:53 GMT Kobe Bryant hopes to lead his Los Angeles Lakers to the NBA Finals and win his sixth championship ring. (More).
No. 10 Aggie Women Ready for NCAA Championship Sat, 19 May 2012 20:25:36 GMT After a second place finish at regionals and individual titles in its last two events, the No. (More).
Kobe says controlling the pace will be key for Lakers in Game 4 vs. Thunder Sat, 19 May 2012 20:19:40 GMT The Lakers' Game 3 win over the Thunder on Friday was gritty, hard-fought, and earned largely at the free throw line . (More).
UPDATE 2-Seaway pipeline sends oil to Texas in historic reversal Sat, 19 May 2012 20:19:24 GMT The Seaway pipeline began pumping crude from Cushing, Oklahoma, oil tanks to the heart of the U.S. refining industry in Houston on Saturday, marking a historic shift in the way oil flows across the United States. (More).
Records: Joplin twister was costliest since 1950 Sat, 19 May 2012 20:14:06 GMT The cost of 30 manhole covers that got sucked away: $5,800. A new concession stand at the destroyed high school: $228,600. Shelter and care for more than 1,300 homeless pets: $372,000. The tornado that tore through Joplin a year ago already ranks as the deadliest twister in six decades. (More).
Oklahoma City group buys Dippin' Dots for $12.7M Sat, 19 May 2012 20:10:26 GMT A group of investors from Oklahoma City has completed a $12.7 million transaction to buy the Dippin' Dots LLC flash-frozen ice cream company out of bankruptcy. (More).
Oklahoma lake patrols face staffing shortage Sat, 19 May 2012 20:06:30 GMT Staffing shortages will require some Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers in the marine enforcement division to patrol multiple lakes this season, but officials hope a new recruit class graduating soon will make more troopers available. (More).
Thunder vs. Lakers: Interior Dominance Key to Game 4 Victory for Each Squad Sat, 19 May 2012 20:03:33 GMT The winning recipe, and most contentious part of the court, should be extremely obvious to both Los Angeles and Oklahoma City. (More).
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