This week, Oklahoma has seen some much-needed rain across the state, with what looks to be more on the way thanks to Hurricane Norma. State Climatologist Gary McManus says we’ve seen very generous rainfall with a possibility of storm # 2 and Storm #3. Storm #2 is arriving this week with an opportunity for More …
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Oct 23
National Wheat Yield Contest 2023 Winners Includes Oklahoman David Ebers
The National Wheat Yield Contest is thrilled to announce the achievements of its 24 national winners, hailing from 12 different states, who have achieved an average yield of 144 bushels per acre across all categories. Additionally, we proudly recognize the 83 state winners representing 28 states, with their remarkable yields averaging 127 bushels per acre …
Oct 22
County Line Beef Secures 1st Place at Oklahoma’s Best Beef Competition in Stockyards
The Stockyard Stampede took place on Saturday in Historic Stockyard City, where Longhorns led the parade, Horses gave rides, and folks got to sample some of the best beef in Oklahoma at the Best Beef Competition. There were plenty of fun things to do with your family, including a petting zoo, Made In Oklahoma Vendors …
Oct 18
Rain Chances Return Next Week with Tropical Storm Norma
It has been dry the past couple of weeks in Oklahoma, and farmers are looking for some rainfall in the forecast. State Climatologist Gary McManus says tropical storm Norma might be the answer for much-needed rainfall. “When it comes to these tropical storm remnants, you’re in really dicey territory, especially coming from the southwest where …
Oct 05
Extreme Drought Or Worse up from Last Week, while Moderate Drought Looks Better
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. According to the latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor, Exceptional Drought remains at Zero percent, unchanged for the past few weeks. Extreme drought or worse is now at 14.34, up from last weeks, 12.91 percent. Severe drought or worse is now at 32.40 percent, up from last week’s 30.93 percent. Moderate …
Oct 03
Severe Weather, Cooler Temps and Rain are all In the Forecast this Week
Well it looks like we might actually see some fall temperatures this week, and also the possibility of Rain, But as we know in Oklahoma, when we get rain, we always see a threat of severe weather. State Climatologist Gary McManus says We will see the possibility of large hail, a slight tornado risk, and …
Sep 21
Oklahomans encouraged to advocate for broadband service amid first wave of ARPA funding
– The submission window is now open for broadband service providers to apply for federal funding that will expand and improve Oklahoma broadband infrastructure. Rural residents lacking access to a quality, high-speed internet connection are encouraged to advocate for broadband service with their qualifying providers. The Oklahoma Broadband Office announced this month that service providers …