Before statehood, Oklahoma was seen nationally as a promised land for black people. Edward McCabe, who founded the town of Langston and its university, hoped to make Oklahoma an all-black state, and though that never came to be, it drew many black people to migrate here in pursuit of freedom. Because of that, more all-black […]
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Oklahoma City-based tour of historical, all-black communities is Nov. 21
Tickets for the educational road trip are $60 and include meals and entertainment.
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Langston University’s hiring of Miller to coach the Lady Lions might be one of the most underrated local sports stories of the past year.
Langston University’s hiring of Miller to coach the Lady Lions might be one of the most underrated local sports stories of the past year.
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Cheryl Miller era begins at Langston University
Cheryl Miller, one of the most decorated basketball players in history, is the coach of the Langston women’s basketball team.
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Dead in France
If more proof is needed — it’s not — the exploding heads, shoulder-stabbings and a good ol’ Wilhelm scream should do the trick later. Directed and co-written by Kris McManus, the UK film centers around Charles (Brian Levine, who co-wrote), a lonely hit man who’s not only a virgin, but never even kissed a woman. […]