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Divers find drowning victim near Denison Dam

Meredith Yeomans — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:01:00 EDT

BRYAN COUNTY, OK --The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has identified the man who drowned Monday afternoon in the Red River near the base of the Denison Dam.

Dead Fish Seen in Lake Texoma

Cathy Evans — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:44:00 EDT

LAKE TEXOMA -- Bruce Hysmith and his team from the Texas Park and Wildlife Department have been studying the dead fish in Lake Texoma since last week.

Several New Grocery Stores Could be Coming to Texoma

Erin Jones — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:05:00 EDT

TEXOMA---- Several new grocery stores could be coming to Texoma offering new food options and new jobs. The German-based Aldi will be opening their second Texoma location in Sherman in July.

2 Men in Custody after Drug Bust inside Madill Motel

Stephanie Rivas — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:21:00 EDT

MADILL, OK-- Investigators said two men that were in town working the Sand Bass festival in Madill are now in custody on drug trafficking charges. The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics said 59-year-old Lucious

Getting Fit! Upper Body Workout to Reduce "Arm Wings"

Lisanne Anderson — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:16:00 EDT

Besides belly fat it's the number one complaint women have about their body... the "arm wings" or flabby arms. On Monday's Getting Fit, Lisanne worked out with our KTEN Health and Fitness Contributor,

Getting Fit! Sports Drinks or Water?

Lisanne Anderson — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:13:00 EDT

With the hot summer temperatures, working out can really drain your body of much needed hydration. But which is better, water, sports drinks, soda or juice? It depends. KTEN Health and Fitness contributor,

United Way Hosts Annual Meeting

Lisanne Anderson — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:24:00 EDT

United Way of Grayson County will be hosting its annual meeting on Thursday, June 20, beginning at 11:30 a.m. and ending at 1 p.m. in the Sherman Municipal Ballroom located at 405 N. Rusk. The annual

Sherman Arts Groups To Plead For Hotel Tax Money

Alex Belser — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

SHERMAN, TX -- Three arts groups are ready to plead for funding from city leaders who are busy planning next year's budget.

Wrong Way Crash Injures Davis Teenager

Alex Belser — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:14:00 EDT

ARDMORE, OK -- A teenager was injured in a wrong way crash involving three vehicles on Interstate 35.

Drivers Leave Scene Of Multi-Vehicle Sherman Accident

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:14:00 EDT

SHERMAN, TX -- Police did not get a chance to fully investigate a crash, after some of the drivers left the scene of the accident near Wal-Mart.

Teenager Flown To Hospital After Mishap At Lake Texoma

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:13:00 EDT

MARSHALL COUNTY, OK -- A teenager was flown to the hospital after sustaining a possible head injury during an accident on Lake Texoma.

Boathouse Walkway Collapses At Marina Near Denison

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 23:25:00 EDT

GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- A walkway to a boathouse at a marina collapsed into the water below, sending four people to the hospital.The accident happened around 3 p.m. on Friday at the Grandpappy Point Marina.

Fishermen say they saw an Anaconda in Lake Texoma

Meredith Yeomans — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:43:00 EDT

LAKE TEXOMA -- Shane Lawrence and his brother-in-law Joe Williamson go fishing off a boat dock near the Denison Dam all the time. They often wade into the water -- in the middle of the night -- to have

Carter County Man Arrested in Connection with Church Burglaries

Stephanie Rivas — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:02:00 EDT

Carter County, Ok-- A man is in custody after police said He tried to break into a church. They believe the man may be connected to a number of other church burglaries in the area. Richard Anderson said

Ada Firefighter Arrested a Second Time for Online Threats

Stephanie Rivas — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:26:00 EDT

ADA, OK-- Authorities said social media comments have landed an Ada firefighter in jail for the second time. The Pontotoc County Sheriff's office said Jason Smeltz was arrested yesterday after he continued

Mom Blogger Focuses on Family Life Funnies

Lisanne Anderson — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:27:00 EDT

Raising kids, keeping a strong marriage and your sanity sometimes isn't the easiest thing for busy moms. Now, an Oklahoma mom is using her life experience to bring a few laughs into what can sometimes

Jewelry Thieves Caught On Tape

Rick Springer — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:54:00 EDT

SHERMAN, TX -- New surveillance video shows a pair of thieves snatching jewelry from behind the counter of a local Walmart. Police say the suspects pried open a jewelry case at the Walmart in Sherman

Women With Weapons: Dozens Attend Girls Only Gun Course

Erin Jones — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:37:00 EDT

SHERMAN, TX--- Fired up and ready to go, Leneta Wallace got her first taste of shooting at the gun range tonight.She's there for Lipstick & Lead, a basic pistol course for women. The course give students the knowledge and skills needed for owning and using a gun.

Man Stabbed During Fight At Durant Bar

Alex Belser — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:18:00 EDT

DURANT, OK -- Police say a man was stabbed almost a dozen times inside a bar during a fight involving several people.

Oklahoma Wins Supreme Court Ruling Over Red River

Alex Belser — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:18:00 EDT

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Supreme Court sided with Oklahoma in a lawsuit over water resources along the Red River.

Children in Need of Food This Summer

Cathy Evans — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:04:00 EDT

TEXOMA -- Thousands of children in both Oklahoma and Texas don't know where their next meal is going to come from.

Marshall County Man Arrested for Giving Alcohol to Minor

Stephanie Rivas — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:30:00 EDT

MARSHALL COUNTY, OK-- Investigators said a teen boy is in the hospital and a man in custody after he allegedly gave alcohol to a minor. Eddie Smith is in the Marshall County jail after authorities said

Durant Round Up Club Frontier Days Rodeo

Lisanne Anderson — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:44:00 EDT

Cowboy Up! This weekend the Durant Round Up Club hosts it's annual Frontier Days Rodeo. With good family entertainment and something for everyone from calf roping, to steer wrestling, to bareback riding.

Texoma Teen Accused of Stabbing Girlfriend To Death

Rick Springer — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:36:00 EDT

DUNCAN, OK -- Police have made an arrest in the murder investigation of a 14 year old Duncan girl. The Duncan Police Department says a 16 year old Stephens county boy has been charged with murdering his 14 year old girlfriend Alyssa Dawn Wiles. Investigators say Wiles was found dead in her home by her father on Monday.

An Inside Look at Denison's New High School

Erin Jones — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:36:00 EDT

DENISON, TX--- Anticipation is building in Denison as the city's high school reaches its final stages of construction. They say everything is bigger in Texas and Denison's new 350 thousand square foot high school is no exception.

Farmer's Market Season Off to a Good Start in Texoma

Erin Jones — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:36:00 EDT

DENISON, TX--- Whether you're in search of some homegrown and local produce or looking to score some hand-crafted items, the Downtown Denison Farmer's Market is ready to serve Texomans.

Talihina Chopper Crash Kills Medical Patient

Alex Belser — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:21:00 EDT

LATIMER COUNTY, OK -- The investigation has begun into an Oklahoma helicopter crash that killed one person and critically injured a local nurse.

Three Bryan Co. Teens Injured In Underage Driving Crash

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:19:00 EDT

BRYAN COUNTY, OK -- Three teenagers are in stable condition after a car crashed into a tree near Durant last night.

Update: Shooting Suspect in Davis Denied Bail

Stephanie Rivas — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:08:00 EDT

DAVIS, OK-- A Davis man accused of shooting another man in the face appeared in court Wednesday and has been denied bail. 31-year-old Tromon Lamaral Hendon appeared in Murray County court today. His female

Court Appearance set for Love County Human Trafficking Suspects

Stephanie Rivas — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:55:00 EDT

LOVE COUNTY, OK-- A preliminary hearing date has been set for four suspects charged in a human trafficking case in Love County. Raquel Jones, Amy Cliett, Nicholas Ford, and Paige Gardner appeared in court

Operation Homefront Awards Home to Texoman Veteran

Stephanie Rivas — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:38:00 EDT

ARDMORE, OK-- It's the American dream to one day own your home, and for one local veteran that dream came true Wednesday afternoon. Ten year veteran Michael Larkin got the keys to his brand new home early Wednesday

Crafty Creations: Fathers Day Gift Ideas

Lisanne Anderson — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:38:00 EDT

Father's Day, is the third Sunday in June. In this week's Crafty Creations, Brenda Hantsche has some ideas beyond the predictable dress shirt, tie and new socks!! CAR CARE KIT All cars should have

One Person Killed In Oklahoma Helicopter Crash

Rick Springer — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:55:00 EDT

TALIHINA, OKLAHOMA -- One person has been killed and three others injured after a medical helicopter crashed tonight at the Choctaw Nation Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma. We're told a Bryan County nurse

Hotel & convention center one step closer to being built

Meredith Yeomans — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 22:55:00 EDT

DENISON -- Corporations that want to book big meetings in north Texas often look to the Dallas-area because there aren't many places outside the Metroplex that can hold hundreds, or even thousands, of

Ardmore Young Professionals School Drive

Stephanie Rivas — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:21:00 EDT

ARDMORE, OK-- Two Ardmore organizations are getting a head start by joining together to raise school supplies for children in need. Right now the Ardmore Young Professionals group is hosting a back-to-school

Update: Shooting Suspect in Davis Arrested

Stephanie Rivas — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:49:00 EDT

DAVIS, OK-- Davis police said a man they considered armed and dangerous is now in custody. 31-year-old Tromon Lamaral Hendon was arrested shortly around 1:51 p.m. outside of the Wal-Mart in Ardmore.

Feeding Families

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:34:00 EST

It's that time of year again. The holidays are just around the corner and for a 3rd year, KTEN is proud to be teaming up with the Salvation Army to launch this years Feeding Families Food Drive.If you'd

AC student reaches out to Pakistan children in need

Jalah Gray — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 10:09:00 EDT

SHERMAN, TX - An internship in Pakistan was all it took for one student to decide she was going to try to make a difference. She says it all started when she witnessed a shocking transaction - a child