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John Dobberstein

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John Dobberstein is the editor of the Broken Arrow Sentinel and has lived in Broken Arrow since 2014. He is active in Broken Arrow Toastmasters, a former member of the New Orleans Square Citizens Advisory Committee and a volunteer for Lab Rescue of Oklahoma. John is also an avid dog trainer and member of the Tulsa Dog Training Club, and an experienced photographer. John has more than 30 years of award-winning journalism experience spanning publications in Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana and Oklahoma.

Broken Arrow Tue. Nov 21 2023

Broken Arrow plan to utilize Grand River water moves forward

The plan would potentially allow Broken Arrow to secure a second water source to meet population projections and safeguard the city's water supply.

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Broken Arrow plan to utilize Grand River water moves forward

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Broken Arrow Tue. Nov 21 2023

Teacher education center opens at NSU-BA

NSU was awarded a 4-year grant totaling more than $1 million through the Augustus F. Hawkins Centers of Excellence Program.

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Teacher education center opens at NSU-BA

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Broken Arrow Mon. Nov 20 2023

Swearingen to serve as NSU provost, VP for academic affairs

Dr. Carla Swearingen has served as NSU interim provost since July 1 and will officially take over her new post on Dec. 1.

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Swearingen to serve as NSU provost, VP for academic affairs

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Broken Arrow Sat. Nov 18 2023

City to pay Broken Arrow city councilor for sewer damage to home

Broken Arrow City Council Johnnie Parks alleged a failed sewer coupling installed by city crews caused the damage.

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City to pay Broken Arrow city councilor for sewer damage to home

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Broken Arrow Fri. Nov 17 2023

Tulsa International Airport reports record-breaking departures in October

The traffic numbers are up 11% over October 2019.

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Tulsa International Airport reports record-breaking departures in October

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Broken Arrow Thu. Nov 16 2023

MCN sues City of Tulsa over prosecutions, ‘make-believe legal theories’

The suit alleges Tulsa is “deliberately and unlawfully”prosecuting tribal citizens for conduct occurring in the MCN’s Reservation boundaries.

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MCN sues City of Tulsa over prosecutions, ‘make-believe legal theories’

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Broken Arrow Wed. Nov 15 2023

Wagoner County deputies help in state record drug seizure

The marijuana was found inside a metal barn after a search warrant was served on a Wagoner County business.

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Wagoner County deputies help in state record drug seizure

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Broken Arrow Wed. Nov 15 2023

$52 million school bond in Broken Arrow easily passes

The bond will support district operations, including security improvements, technology enhancements, facility maintenance and bus terminal creation,

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$52 million school bond in Broken Arrow easily passes

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Broken Arrow Mon. Nov 13 2023

Drummond files motions challenging PSO rate increase

Drummond’s office said an initial settlement agreement was modified by OCC to "significantly" increase residential rates in spite of the agreement.

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Drummond files motions challenging PSO rate increase

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Broken Arrow Mon. Nov 13 2023

BAPS announces 2023-24 Site Teachers of the Year

Broken Arrow Public Schools is excited to announce its 2023-24 Site Teachers of the Year.

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BAPS announces 2023-24 Site Teachers of the Year

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Broken Arrow Mon. Nov 13 2023

Motorist alert: traffic signal poles being painted

Work will begin on Monday to change the color of traffic signal poles from gray to black at 10 different intersections.

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Motorist alert: traffic signal poles being painted

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Broken Arrow event

Thu Nov 16 12:00 am

Christmas Kickoff in Broken Arrow

On the evening of Thursday, Nov. 16 the Rose District will come alive with holiday spirit.

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Christmas Kickoff in Broken Arrow

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