Justin Ayer

Dec 4, 2024 | kjrh.com | Naomi Keitt |Justin Ayer

ROGERS COUNTY, Okla. — Some drivers in Rogers County say they’re grateful a bad bridge is getting replaced. This week, Oklahoma Department of Transportation approved a $7.2 million contract to replace the SH-66 bridge over Bird Creek. ODOT says it’s a part of a bigger effort to replace structurally deficient bridges across the state. Inside the Nut House on Route 66, Manager Morgan Williams is going about her day as normal helping customers and straightening up.

May 1, 2024 | kjrh.com | Justin Ayer

SULPHUR, Okla — Despite lots of cleanup left in Sulphur, volunteers are making a huge difference after the April 27 tornado — even if it doesn't feel like it. Pete Spaulding and his team have been volunteering all week and said they do it for the people. They're with the Oklahoma Southern Baptist Disaster Relief, and they go anywhere on disaster calls. Their services are free, and they have all the tools needed for disaster recovery.

Apr 30, 2024 | kjrh.com | Justin Ayer

SULPHUR, Okla. — One death in Sulphur was a woman at a local bar, but many others survived that night. Lucas Mulder was one of those who watched tragedy unfold. "As dumb as it sounds, I found the karaoke mic – the mic I was standing with when it happened," Mulder said. "There's even blood on it from me."Raina's Sports Lounge was the go-to bar in Sulphur for pool, sports, and karaoke. Molder hosts karaoke nearly every weekend and said storms wouldn't stop him.

Apr 28, 2024 | kjrh.com | Justin Ayer

HOLDENVILLE, Okla. — Two people died, including a four-month-year-old from a tornado just north of Holdenville on April 27. State Highway 48, near the area, was blocked to the public the next day due to downed power lines, utility crews working, and extensive tree damage. Drive down dirt roads along its sides, and that's where most of the devastation can be seen firsthand. Melissa Marquart lives nearby and had damage of her own. "The front and side of the barn were completely removed from the barn.

Apr 24, 2024 | kjrh.com | Justin Ayer

VINITA, Okla. — Despite flood plain issues and a budget coming in higher than expected, executives with the Mansion Entertainment Group say the American Heartland Theme Park and Three Ponies RV Park and Campground are still on schedule. 2 News reportedback in July about the Vinita theme park, which staff say will rival Disneyland. Melissa Peace of Vinita says she's cautiously optimistic. "This is such a small town," Peace said. "It would change so many things."Peace isn't alone.