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10/09/2025

Gov. Kevin Stitt recently declared an environmental emergency in Caddo County after saltwater contaminated Five Mile Creek.

The Oklahoma Corporation Commission is using emergency funds to help remediate the site at Five Mile Creek. A trench and pit were dug to collect the fluid and divert it away from water bodies.

10/09/2025

Mental health service providers are continuing to sound the alarm about budget cuts and their impact on services across Oklahoma.

https://www.kgou.org/health/2025-10-09/advocates-urge-oklahoma-lawmakers-to-increase-funding-for-mental-health-services?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=news&utm_content=photo_caption

10/09/2025

Older adults are more likely to feel lonely or be socially isolated. As Oklahoma’s aging population grows, providers and state officials are searching for ways to facilitate meaningful connections. StateImpact Oklahoma reports on one strategy that’s gaining traction.

https://www.kgou.org/health/2025-10-09/isnt-that-wonderful-intergenerational-programs-combat-loneliness-create-purpose-for-seniors?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=news&utm_content=photo_caption

10/08/2025

Newly appointed Oklahoma State Superintendent Lindel Fields is trying to set a new tone for his leadership era of Oklahoma's education department. It includes a three-step plan Fields laid out for reporters at a press conference Tuesday.

Newly appointed Oklahoma State Superintendent Lindel Fields is trying to set a new tone for his leadership era of Oklahoma's education department. It includes a three-step plan Fields laid out for reporters at a press conference Tuesday.

10/07/2025

Ahead of Oklahoma City's historically big bond election next Tuesday, we're breaking down bonds to better understand how they work in Oklahoma and why they're so important to local government operations.

https://www.kgou.org/politics-and-government/2025-10-07/the-biggest-municipal-bond-in-oklahoma-history-is-up-for-a-vote-heres-how-it-works

10/07/2025

Statewide test scores for reading and math have dropped significantly in Oklahoma public schools since the state returned to more rigorous scoring, according to results the state Department of Education released publicly on Monday. (Via Oklahoma Voice)

Statewide test scores for reading and math have dropped significantly in Oklahoma public schools since the state returned to more rigorous scoring, according to results the state Department of Education released publicly on Monday.

10/06/2025

The long-shuttered Diamondback Correctional Facility in Watonga is coming back to life. The Oklahoma Department of Corrections, along with federal immigration authorities, recently signed a $100 million contract with the private prison company CoreCivic to house detained migrants at its Blaine County location.

https://www.kgou.org/criminal-justice/2025-10-06/oklahoma-signs-100-million-contract-to-house-detained-migrants-in-watonga-correctional-facility

10/03/2025

Thanks to the support of our listeners, KGOU and StateImpact Oklahoma can produce journalism that informs, engages and connects our community. We’re honored that our work received multiple awards at the 2025 Oklahoma SPJ Awards, including first-place honors for:

• Outstanding Reporter — Hannah France
• Outstanding Producer — Jim Johnson
• Outstanding Feature — Rachel Hopkin
• Outstanding Newscast — Deborah Shaar
• Outstanding Interview — Logan Layden

Your support makes reporting like this possible, and we’re grateful to share these stories with you every day. Thank you for making KGOU your local news and NPR source!

10/03/2025

Ellen Buettner to step down as Oklahoma Health Care Authority CEO for new state role

Ellen Buettner will serve as CEO of the state’s largest four-year university system.

10/03/2025

🔥SEASON SIX RETURNS TONIGHT!!🔥 Thanks SO MUCH to the generous support of listeners like YOU, Tonic: The Funky Groove Show has been renewed for a SIXTH SEASON, and tonight we launch all-new episodes every Friday at 8 PM Central on KGOU! 6️⃣ Tune in tonight, Fri., Oct. 3, 8-10 PM, for funky tracks by Life of Grime (Chris Lujan), Chameleon, The Mighty Mocambos, Freedom Sounds feat. Wayne Henderson, and loads more! Listen LIVE online, worldwide, at www.KGOU.org, your local KGOU - Your NPR Source station in OK, or tell your smart speaker to play KGOU. LET'S DO THIS!! 💪

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10/03/2025

This week's Wavelengths newsletter covers the Starbucks worker strike, migrating monarchs, free eye exams and more. Read the full stories and sign up for Wavelengths at KGOU.org.