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Arbitrator upholds Ezekiel Elliott’s suspension

A six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott was upheld Monday evening by an arbitrator at the Federal Courthouse in Sherman.

Crowded classrooms drive Silo bond package

“It’s so crucial for Silo,” Superintendent Kate McDonald said. “We have hit the boiling point on students.”

Anxiety in Texoma goes after DACA decision

“It’s hurting harmless people,” said Vicky Sosa, a Grayson College student who is fearful for the future of her family and friends.

Man faces murder charge after Sherman quarrel

James Ronald Ragland, 68, was booked early Tuesday morning on a murder charge. Bond was set at $500,000.

Ada employee arrested for shooting at wifey’s vehicle

The Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Office said Alva Mackey, 63, shot a gun into his wifey’s vehicle.

Man injured in Turner Falls accident

Denison High student wins world powerlifting title

“I undoubtedly want to break some world records next year,” said 17-year-old Kailey Jones. “That’s the ultimate objective.”

“I certainly want to break some world records next year,” said 17-year-old Kailey Jones. “That’s the ultimate purpose.”

Hearts for Harvey fills truck in Sherman

“It’s been amazing,” said Sherman resident Brittany Dawn. “We’ve been here for an hour and we’ve already been packing up like crazy.”

Two dead in watercraft collision near Tulsa

A man and woman from Sand Springs have been killed after the individual watercraft on which they were railing was struck by a boat on Keystone Lake.

A man and woman from Sand Springs have been killed after the private watercraft on which they were railing was struck by a boat on Keystone Lake.

Soaring fuel prices have an influence at Lake Murray

“We paid like $Two.39 on Friday morning, and by Friday night it was up to $Trio.99,” said David Hughes of Plano, Texas.

Ardmore firefighters ‘pack the boot’ for MDA

Ardmore firefighters blanketed the intersection of Commerce and Broadway on Sunday, taking any donations Ardmoreites could spare.

Harvey’s influence on building supplies

Choctaw Casino donates to hurricane ease

Proceeds from Friday’s Jake Owen concert at the Durant location will go to support a Houston-area food bank.

Ezekiel Elliott appeal set for Tuesday in Sherman

The NFL players’ union is seeking to block the six-game suspension of the Dallas Cowboys running back in a domestic violence case.

Fresh Denison gallery is realization of wish

Fresh Denison gallery is realization of fantasy

“I had a vision here,” said 19-year-old entrepreneur Jenna Zapata.

Ardmore school board rejects charter school application

The Board of Education said the proposal for Ardmore Community Academy falls brief in a number of areas.

Texting while driving now illegal in Texas

Drivers found to be in disturbance of the fresh law are subject to ticket up to $99 for the very first offense.

Texoma gas stations run low on fuel

“There is no outage; there is fuel. Each delivery is just taking longer right now,” gasoline supplier Douglass Distributing said.

Grayson County could ‘adopt’ city in storm’s path

The concentrate is on long-term help for a community on the Texas Gulf Coast that took a direct hit by Hurricane Harvey.

Oklahoma AG fires salvo in ECU chapel dispute

Mike Hunter said a group advocating for removal of religious symbols from Boswell Chapel is wasting its time and money.

Turner Falls expects big Labor Day crowd

It’s safe to say that spending Labor Day weekend on the Texas Gulf Coast is an option this year.

Pet of the Week

DENISON, TX — This week we have a five and a half month old kitten. They say he’s very people friendly and very playful. Judging by his size, he’s going to be a pretty big boy. He’s doesn’t have any siblings and

Grayson County mulls options as state halts inmate intake

Hurricane Harvey means Texas has no room for fresh prisoners. That could cause problems hundreds of miles away in Sherman.

‘Texoma Navy’ goes to flood disaster zone

“I don’t care how long I have to stay, I’m just gonna go down there and help,” volunteer Norman O’Neal said.

Denison, Durant dispatch help to flood victims

“It just shows that we’re all a team, and we work indeed well together,” Denison Fire Department Emergency Response Coordinator Morgan Metcalf said.

Mannsville teacher helps officer under attack

Mannsville teacher helps officer under onslaught

“I realized indeed rapid that he needed assistance,” Brittany Parker said. The kindergarten teacher ran to the officer’s car and radioed for backup.

“I realized indeed prompt that he needed assistance,” Brittany Parker said. The kindergarten teacher ran to the officer’s car and radioed for backup.

Texomans help restore power in Houston

Getting the power back on could take months because of the dangerous working conditions.

Ardmore squad feeds thousands in storm zone

Ardmore team feeds thousands in storm zone

“We will be serving meals three times a day off the trucks,” said Salvation Army regional director Mike Jestes.

Ratcliffe praises Texoma’s ‘supporting role’ in Harvey ease

“We feel very blessed that this district hasn’t truly been impacted,” Texas Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-4th District) said Tuesday.

Gulf Coast storm: How you can help

You can make a difference in the lives of the victims of Hurricane Harvey,

Helping pets and animals in Harvey’s wake

Julie Kuenstle of the Houston SPCA talks about how her organization is helping deal with our animal friends who are also victims of flooding. You can donate to their efforts at HoustonSPCA.org/give.

Ardmore blood bank encourages donations for Harvey victims

The Oklahoma Blood Institute has issued an instant call for donors of all blood types. The OBI has offices in Ada and Ardmore.

Texomans head to Gulf Coast with airboats

Bill Kennedy says his boat can navigate through very shallow water to help people who despairingly need to be rescued in the Houston area.

Gainesville firefighters part of flood rescue drama

The heroics of one member of Gainesville’s rescue team were seen worldwide across social media.

Houston family finds storm shelter in Sherman

“I want to go home, but I don’t want to put my kids in danger,” Philip Smith said.

Donate to Texoma Ease for Houston

KTEN is teaming up with the Salvation Army to help speed ease to residents of the Texas Gulf Coast who have been devastated by Hurricane Harvey and its aftermath.

Ardmore Y expansion almost finish

The agency will be able to add more programs than ever thanks to a 13,000-square-foot addition to its main building.

Gas prices spike as Harvey stays

Gas prices spike as Harvey remains

Refineries across the Gulf Coast have shut down as Hurricane Harvey strikes, and that’s having a negative influence on motorists in Texoma.

Fresh information in Sherman hotel murder case

According to official documents, three people hatched a plan to rob a hotel after spending the night at a club and a casino.

Gunfire on Howe highway leaves one dead

A 21-year-old Houston man was killed by shots that police said could have come from another vehicle.

Federal judge upholds overhaul of Oklahoma liquor laws

The law approved in November would let grocery and convenience stores sell wine and beer kicking off next year.

The law approved in November would let grocery and convenience stores sell wine and beer beginning next year.

Trio.1 magnitude quake jiggles Dallas area

There were no reports of harm or injuries along the Irving-Dallas border.

Texoma Crimson Cross ready to help hurricane victims

This is a reality American Crimson Cross volunteer Sharon Sanders has gone through before. And she is ready to reaction the call again.

This is a reality American Crimson Cross volunteer Sharon Sanders has gone through before. And she is ready to response the call again.

Third suspect in Sherman robbery-murder case at large

Reginald Campbell is the target of a fugitive task force in South Carolina.

Ardmore offers incentive for downtown makeovers

“We are excited to make the building more historically accurate,” said the holder of Pocket Shop.

“We are excited to make the building more historically accurate,” said the proprietor of Pocket Shop.

Hurricane Harvey: A ‘life-threatening’ storm

Forecasters say this would be the very first major hurricane to hit Texas in nine years.

$759 million Powerball winner quits job

“The very first thing I want to do is just sit back and unwind,” Mavis L. Wanczyk told reporters.

Pet of the Week

DENISON, TX — This week we have a beautiful four month old husky puppy. She has one brown and one blue eye. They say she is very sweet and peaceful and that she has a brother who is white as well. If you’d

DENISON, TX — This week we have a beautiful four month old husky puppy. She has one brown and one blue eye. They say she is very sweet and tranquil and that she has a brother who is white as well. If you’d

Federal judge again throws out Texas voter ID law

Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton called the ruling “shocking.”

Two arrests in Sherman hotel clerk murder

Police said Karalyn Marie Cross and Nikeya Marquice Grant are facing capital murder charges.

Tropical system taking form in the Gulf

Many computer model runs have this strengthening storm making landfall inbetween Corpus Christi and Houston.

Sherman ISD sets scaled-down bond election

The district hopes voters will OK a $176 million proposal after rejecting a more expensive plan in May.

Check out the herbs at Pottsboro library

Go ahead — have some organically-grown garnishes; no library card needed!

Love County pursue finishes with deadly force

Love County pursue completes with deadly force

“I feel like that law enforcement done everything we could to attempt to end this thing peacefully,” Love County Sheriff Marty Grisham said.

Active shooter reported in Sherman

Police said a man opened fire after exchanging words with two people at a residence in Sherman Tuesday afternoon.

Denison police ID driver in parking lot crash

Surveillance movie shows the driver of a vapid bed truck intentionally ramming his vehicle into a car.

Surveillance movie shows the driver of a plane bed truck intentionally ramming his vehicle into a car.

Austin College grad linked to bomb plot

Authorities searched the Houston home of Andrew Schneck.

Dallas man dies in Garvin County crash

Troopers said Aaron Garza crashed his pickup truck into the back of an 18-wheeler near Lindsay.

Fresh Veterans Center underway in Tishomingo

Local Senior Corps volunteers have been working for years to establish the fresh Ten,000 square-foot facility at one hundred ten South Kemp Avenue.

Powerball jackpot climbs to $700 million

Lottery officials raised the expected jackpot Tuesday, pushing it past a $656 million Mega Millions jackpot won in two thousand twelve by three people.

Partial eclipse thrills sun-watchers in Texoma

While the total eclipse of the sun didn’t fairly reach Texoma on Monday, there was slew of interest in viewing the partial version.

Sherman students miracle at partial eclipse

“The moon looks like gold!” one student exclaimed as she gazed into the Texas sky.

Tom Bean Council member Ben Vincent resigns

The veteran Council member is facing intoxication onslaught charges in connection with an accident with a school district truck on July 27.

The veteran Council member is facing intoxication attack charges in connection with an accident with a school district truck on July 27.

Gallery: Clear the Shelters success stories

More than one hundred pets found fresh homes in Texoma Saturday during KTEN’s Clear the Shelters campaign, co-sponsored by Izzy’s Pet Emporium and NBC Possessed Television Stations.

More than one hundred pets found fresh homes in Texoma Saturday during KTEN’s Clear the Shelters campaign, co-sponsored by Izzy’s Pet Emporium and NBC Wielded Television Stations.

Ada gets an app to connect to residents

“We are truly attempting to make Ada a better place to live, and this is just one way that we can do that,” said Assistant City Manager Angie Dean.

“We are indeed attempting to make Ada a better place to live, and this is just one way that we can do that,” said Assistant City Manager Angie Dean.

Haircuts to benefit Durant baby with birth defect

On Saturday, the Durant Institute of Hair Design will be providing haircuts for just $Five, with all money raised going straight to care for Hudson Glover.

Lawmaker lends support to Grayson County airport project

“What is going to be the jet fuel to this economy is the vibrancy of this airport,” Rep. John Ratcliffe said during a tour of North Texas Regional Airport.

Sherman street improvement benefits merchants, customers

The barricades were liquidated from a key open up of Loy Lake Road on Friday and two lanes of traffic were doubled to four.

The barricades were liquidated from a key spread of Loy Lake Road on Friday and two lanes of traffic were doubled to four.

Sherman condemns three structures in flood zone

“It’s an unfortunate situation for these families,” Sherman city spokesman Nate Strauch said. “It’s an issue with landlords and families.”

I-35 closed near Ardmore after vehicle fire

Motorists on the freeway were ready to see the worst when they came up on what appeared to be the scene of a flamy accident Friday afternoon.

Texoma farmers worry: Is this too much rain?

In the forty one years Arthur Chaney has been farming in Fannin County, he’s never seen this much water in August.

Thieves nab bounty cards from Anna Walmart

The trio — dressed as Walmart workers — tricked employees into providing them loaded bounty cards.

It’s Ardmore’s turn for school bells to ring

For the most part, we found spirits were high at Will Rogers Elementary School, but for some, a fresh beginning can be a little scary.

Suspicious device eliminated from car in Durant neighborhood

Suspicious device liquidated from car in Durant neighborhood

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol’s bomb squad was called in to eliminate the device, which is said to have components considered to be explosive.

High water closes roads in Grayson County

Overnight flooding brought traffic to a standstill in parts of Grayson County on Thursday morning.

Unanswered questions about ECU’s Ardmore withdrawal

The University Center of Southern Oklahoma claims that East Central University rejected funding that would have retained ECU classes in Ardmore.

Pet of the Week

DENISON, TX — This week we have an adorable little kitten. She’s a domestic brief hair. She’s about six to eight weeks old. They say she’s a little bashful but, very sweet. She has a brother and a sister that also need

Big donations boost Sherman flood recovery

The United Way introduced $Five,000 checks to the American Crimson Cross and to the Boys and Damsels Club of Sherman on Wednesday.

The United Way introduced $Five,000 checks to the American Crimson Cross and to the Boys and Chicks Club of Sherman on Wednesday.

Partial solar eclipse means danger for Texoma drivers

The skies will darken during the day on Monday, and that could lead to dangerous driving conditions.

Trump coming to Dallas for September fundraiser

The event will benefit Trump Victory, a joint fundraising committee that goes toward Trump’s campaign and the Republican National Committee.

Ike gets a makeover at Denison memorial site

Work is underway on repairs to a 16-foot bust of our 34th president and World War II military leader.

Flooding puts spotlight on Sherman storm water fee

The purpose of the fee is to have money for storm water projects that can protect property when intense rains bring high water.

Back to the classroom for students in Sherman

Antsy children with fresh backpacks and smiling faces arrived on campus ready to learn on their knuckle day. and their parents were just as excited about what’s to come.

Texas governor suggests ‘bathroom bill’ not coming back

A proposal requiring transgender Texans to use public restrooms according to the gender on their birth certificates fizzled Tuesday night.

Two arrested at Dallas FBI headquarters

Authorities said the two attempted to use their vehicle to block a road and forcibly stop an FBI employee’s vehicle.

Colorful rocks mean discounts in Choctaw County

If the Flintstones had coupons, Wanda Sargent would feel right at home.

Motorists: Stay alert for school zones

Not only must Sherman drivers adhere to the speed limit of twenty mph, but using a cell phone while driving in a school zone is also against the law.

Uber ride-sharing service expands to Sherman area

“We think it’s indeed reflective of a lot of the growth we’ve seen here in the past duo of years,” said Sherman city spokesman Nate Strauch.

“We think it’s truly reflective of a lot of the growth we’ve seen here in the past duo of years,” said Sherman city spokesman Nate Strauch.

Ardmore public-private school partnership boosts sports

With an enrollment of just one hundred twenty six students, the staff says Oak Hall Episcopal School is too petite to have a sports program.

With an enrollment of just one hundred twenty six students, the staff says Oak Hall Episcopal School is too puny to have a sports program.

Fresh guns, fresh gear for Grayson County deputies

Surplus weapons will be sold; used uniforms will be donated to the county shelter.

The science of next Monday’s solar eclipse

Modern science proves total solar eclipses are nothing scary or surprising; it’s a elementary trick of geometry.

Final classroom countdown in Sherman

“You’re planning at night, you’re planning during the day, you’re planning on your weekend,” said Washington Elementary School 4th grade teacher Kristina Puentes.

Sherman High School Bearcat cheer clinic

Sherman High School’s cheer team is hosting a cheer clinic for youthful chicks next weekend! Come ready Saturday, August 26, two thousand seventeen from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 in the SHS gym.

Sherman High School’s cheer team is hosting a cheer clinic for youthfull chicks next weekend! Come ready Saturday, August 26, two thousand seventeen from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 in the SHS gym.

Surprise homecoming at Pontotoc County school

Alana Crain said she never eyed it coming. “My mom said it was going to be in a duo days — not in a duo hours!”

Alana Crain said she never spotted it coming. “My mom said it was going to be in a duo days — not in a duo hours!”

Garvin County Sheriff: 3-year-old is victim in lewd acts case

Leonard Dale Barrett of Lindsay was arrested and jailed on Friday. He was charged with lewd acts to a child.

Flash flooding overwhelms parts of Grayson County

“It’s indeed emotional for all of us, but grateful that everybody got out safe,” said Roger Flexer after surveying some of the flood harm to homes in Sherman.

‘Out for blood’: Man arrested in plan to bomb OKC bank

Federal officials said Jerry Drake Varnell of Sayre, Oklahoma, was arrested in connection with a plot to detonate a vehicle bomb adjacent to BancFirst in downtown Oklahoma City.

Storms bring rain, flooding to parts of Texoma

The National Weather Service said radar estimated that parts of Grayson County received more than nine inches of precipitation.

Police: ‘Person of interest’ sought in Sherman hotel robbery

Sherman police are looking for a woman who may have information about the murder of a hotel clerk at the Quality Suites on U.S. Seventy five Friday morning.

It’s Texas’ turn for tax-free weekend

Former Denison Chamber president pleads guilty to theft

Investigators said Anna McKinney, 68, was the recipient of unauthorized bonus checks, payments to her private credit cards, and reimbursement for business expenses that had not been authorized.

Investigators said Anna McKinney, 68, was the recipient of unauthorized bonus checks, payments to her individual credit cards, and reimbursement for business expenses that had not been authorized.

Guilty verdict for Ardmore woman linked to fatal stabbing

After a three-day trial, a Carter County jury has found Laurie Martin guilty of manslaughter.

‘Spider-Man’ burglary suspect nabbed in Grayson County

Police believe a man wearing a superhero mask may be responsible for a string of similar crimes in the Sherman-Denison area.

It’s Texas’ turn for tax-free weekend

While the Oklahoma tax holiday was restricted to clothing, tax-exempt purchases in Texas include more back-to-school necessities:

Movie shows car’s 7-story fall from Texas parking garage

Police in Austin have released surveillance movie showcasing a car plunging seven stories from a downtown parking garage and striking another vehicle as it grounds in an alley.

Police in Austin have released surveillance movie displaying a car plunging seven stories from a downtown parking garage and striking another vehicle as it grounds in an alley.

It’s Christmas in August at Sherman elementary school

Donated supplies included pens, pencils, paper, notebooks, backpacks, crayons and much more — all to give kids a better learning practice while saving money for their parents.

Ardmore hospital donates life-saving gear to area schools

This week, automated outward defibrillators were delivered to campuses in Ardmore and nine other area school districts.

This week, automated outer defibrillators were delivered to campuses in Ardmore and nine other area school districts.

Sherman man arrested in teenage alcohol poisoning case

Police said William Wheeler bought adult beverages for his daughter and her 15-year-old friend. The friend was found with a blood alcohol limit of four times the legal adult limit.