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🌱 How Owasso FFA rebuilt after a $101,000 embezzlement investigation.

Owasso, Oklahoma Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Owasso! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Owasso FFA rebuilt after a $101,000 embezzlement investigation.
  • Why one Owasso woman isn’t sure her gallbladder surgery ever happened.
  • How an Owasso regional meet launched a Sand Springs runner to state

Also on today's calendar: Luau 5K, & 10K at Owasso, OK (20) and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy, windy and warm, temps: high: 86, low: 73. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Partly sunny, windy and warm, with a high of 90 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Embezzlement charge against former Owasso FFA Alumni Association treasurer dismissed (fox23.com) — Owasso FFA families are learning that a felony embezzlement case involving their alumni association’s former treasurer has now had its criminal charge dismissed, after investigators previously reported about $101,000 in funds were unaccounted for. The board says it has overhauled financial controls, restored stability, and remains focused on supporting Owasso FFA students while cooperating with Tulsa County investigators.
   

• FOX23 Investigates: Local woman questions if gallbladder surgery happened after conflicting medical records (fox23.com) — An Owasso woman is still in severe pain years after a supposed gallbladder removal, and conflicting records from Bailey Medical Center and Ascension St. John Owasso have left her unsure whether the surgery actually happened. With amended CT reports, a dismissed lawsuit, and an independent review offering no clear answer, she’s still searching for clarity and relief.
   

• Sand Springs sophomore qualifies for state (keystonegusher.com) — A recent OSSAA Class 6A regional track meet in Owasso saw Sand Springs sophomore Cole Higgins qualify for state in both the 800 and 1600 meters with standout runner-up finishes. Several Sandites posted strong performances across sprints, distance, and field events, but Higgins’ poised double medal run suggests he could become a consistent state-level contender for the program.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • hi everyone, i’m just wondering what’s the best ways to find friends out & about in owasso?
    i’m on the autism spectrum and ever since i was a little kid i’ve had a hard time making friends, so this is really something i gotta figure out lol… (Nextdoor Elm Creek Estates)
  • We saw wild one female duck and two male ducks in our front yard, they built a nest and had 5 eggs.
    They worked so hard for the mew babies, we were so exciting to see the new babies coming. Unfortunately, this morning, we found all the eggs gone. We… (Nextdoor Nottingham Estates)
  • Baptist Village of Oklahoma City posted a job opening for Activities Assistant in Owasso. Apply here.
  • Brookshire Grocery Company posted a job opening for Decorator in Owasso. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Owasso here.

🗞 Nearby News

Catoosa

  • Catoosa celebrates lighting of neon sign at the new Blue Whale Visitor Center (fox23.com)
  • Tigers medal at state (keystonegusher.com)
  • More than 66 fascinating, fun and downright cool stops along Route 66 (latimes.com)

Tulsa

  • City of Tulsa hosting walk-in interview event (fox23.com)
  • Police identify man killed in officer-involved shooting in north Tulsa (fox23.com)
  • Matt visits Tulsa Oilers Football practice to preview weekend game & to test his skills (ktul.com)

Ok Owasso! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Owasso

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