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Alva Fire Department pays tribute to 9/11 victims
Alva firefighters on Sept. 11, 2020 displayed a large American flag on the end of the fire department’s ladder truck in memory of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York.
Troubled bridge over water: Hubbard Road bridge still years away, officials say
More than a year and a half after a series of May floods washed away parts of the bridge system, county officials have received a $10.9 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration to build a new bridge across the Chikaskia River on Hubbard Road, Kay County District One Commissioner Jack Godberson said Friday. However, that bridge won’t be opened for four or five years while several studies – including an environmental study – are conducted.
Protesters at OKC rally say it’s time for change
Protesters at an Oklahoma City rally protesting the death of George Floyd say it’s time to improve race relations in the United States.
‘Back from death’s door’ — Pauls Valley man battles COVID-19 for 30 days
A Pauls Valley man battled COVID-19 in an Oklahoma hospital for 30 days and nearly lost his life, his doctors said.
Edmond extends mask mandate until Oct. 12, but again fails to pass emergency
The Edmond City Council voted to extend the city’s mask mandate but did not vote to immediately implement the measure.
Oklahoma railroad traffic slows with economy
Like cars in a parking lot, dozens of idled locomotives are sitting in a railroad yard along Interstate 235 in Oklahoma City, waiting for the day when they’ll once again haul loads of freight from coast to coast.
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