The roof, the roof, the roof is on fire up in Stillwater. And let us tell you, all the police up there apparently have a lot of time on their hands. According to a recent story in the Stillwater NewsPress, three law enforcement agencies ” three! ” converged on four dudes sitting on their […]
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Miley Ray Cyrus talks creepy guys and her father with Oklahoma City radio personalities
In a recent phone interview with KJ-103’s “TJ, Janet & Jrod” morning show (jeez, that’s a lot of J’s!), tween superstar Miley Ray Cyrus (OMG!!!) admitted that a lot of guys come to her concerts “¦ but not exactly the kind she’d like. Cyrus, the singing star of Disney Channel’s improbably successful “Hannah Montana” […]
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State Rep. Sally Kern responds to criticism of her remarks
State Rep. Sally Kern, R-Oklahoma City, responded today to criticism of her controversial comments about homosexuality that were recently posted on the YouTube Web site. Kern reportedly is receiving death threats since audio of the speech appeared on the Internet. Kern’s comments have been mentioned online at www.perezhilton.com, the Huffington Post and www.advocate.com. KERN’S COMMENTSThrough […]
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Oklahoma faces catalytic crime spree
The staff of CFN heard what sounded liked the Greased Lightnin’ car barreling through the parking lot on Feb. 28. CFN’s chief photographer hopped into his trusty blue pickup truck earlier that day and started her up. “Much to my surprise, it was louder than the stock car racers down by the river,” […]
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Oklahoma native actor’s pre-Oscar interview continues odd-behavior trend
Cheer up, George Clooney, Julie Christie, Cate Blanchett and all those who didn’t take home a golden guy on Feb. 24’s Academy Awards ceremony. At least you’re not Gary Busey. In E!’s red-carpet coverage before the show started, host Ryan Seacrest was talking with best Actress nominee Laura Linney (“The Savages”) and presenter Jennifer […]
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Gazette wins 24 Society of Professional Journalists Awards
Oklahoma Gazette received 24 honors, including eight first place awards, at the annual banquet for the Oklahoma Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists held March 1 in Oklahoma City. Gazette competed in the largest newspaper division in the statewide contest, which was judged by Chicago, Pittsburgh and Utah chapters. Gazette writers […]
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Oklahoma athletic department official sends out ‘absurd’ e-mail
E-mail can sometimes be evil. Once the send button is pressed on the keyboard, there’s no return. One of the University of Oklahoma’s athletic department public relations specialists learned that lesson. Most fans of women’s college basketball know how dominant OU’s Courtney Paris is on the court. Since arriving in Norman three years ago, […]
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Gazette honored with ADDY awards
Oklahoma Gazette received 14 honors with two Gold ADDYs, six Silver Merits and six Bronze Awards Feb. 23 at the 42nd Annual Oklahoma City ADDY Awards in OKC. For the Publication Design (Magazine or Book) Series, Gazette won a Gold ADDY Award for three March/April covers, with credits to Street, Hancock, Lott, Marketing Director […]
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Gazette publisher to enter Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame
Oklahoma Gazette founder and publisher Bill Bleakley will take his place among the highest honored state journalists after being named as a 2008 inductee to the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will take place April 4 at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond. “I share this recognition with the many […]
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Zoo hosts ‘Read Across Oklahoma’ event
Unleash the fierce beast within your kids and have them go wild “¦ for reading! From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, the Oklahoma City Zoo, 2101 N.E. 50th, will host “Read Across Oklahoma 2008: A Safari Adventure.” Children of all ages can experience a fun-filled, entertaining safari on the zoo grounds, visiting different […]