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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 Thu. Oct 19 2023

Man charged in accident that killed Bixby teen

Jacob Tucker was traveling southbound on Yale Avenue when he failed to yield at a stop sign and caused the accident, police said.

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Man charged in accident that killed Bixby teen

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Broken Arrow Wed. Oct 18 2023

Bixby student killed in car crash

Kinsey Wright was one of several high school students involved in the accident at 121st Street and Yale Avenue, and she passed away overnight.

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Bixby student killed in car crash

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Broken Arrow Tue. Oct 17 2023

Broken Arrow police searching for hit-and-run suspect

A pedestrian was struck by an unknown vehicle on Oct. 16 and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Police are looking for the driver.

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Broken Arrow police searching for hit-and-run suspect

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Broken Arrow Tue. Oct 17 2023

Broken Arrow school bus driver: ‘I am not budging’

Bus driver faces two felony counts and the allegedly unruly BAPS students could face discipline if policies were violated.

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Broken Arrow school bus driver: ‘I am not budging’

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Broken Arrow Mon. Oct 16 2023

Broken Arrow FCCLA students receive leadership training

The Lead Conference, one of 4 planned around the state, was September 7th at Glenpool Conference Center.

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Broken Arrow FCCLA students receive leadership training

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Broken Arrow Sat. Oct 14 2023

BAPS bus driver arrested for kidnapping, child endangerment

Police said Thomas Young stopped the bus and would not students off the bus with their legal guardians.

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BAPS bus driver arrested for kidnapping, child endangerment

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Broken Arrow Fri. Oct 13 2023

Northeastern State University celebrates Native student achievements

Amaiya Bearpaw, Bethany Mejia and Makiya Deerinwater demonstrated their commitment to academic excellence, cultural preservation and community service.

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Northeastern State University celebrates Native student achievements

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Broken Arrow Thu. Oct 12 2023

‘It got worse and worse’

Stakeholders discuss rising tide of domestic violence in Broken Arrow, searching for solutions

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‘It got worse and worse’

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Broken Arrow Wed. Oct 11 2023

Wagoner County deputies arrest stalking suspect in Broken Arrow

Daren Chase of Broken Arrow is facing charges for stalking and lewd proposals to a minor under 16.

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Wagoner County deputies arrest stalking suspect in Broken Arrow

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Broken Arrow Wed. Oct 11 2023

Stolen animal rescue trailer recovered, donations needed

The trailer was found for sale on Facebook Marketplace, and the contents of the trailer were missing.

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Stolen animal rescue trailer recovered, donations needed

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Broken Arrow Wed. Oct 11 2023

Gov. Stitt makes selection for Tulsa County district judge

Before becoming a Special Judge for the Tulsa County District Court in 2022, Hathcoat practiced general civil litigation and criminal defense work in state and federal courts.

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Gov. Stitt makes selection for Tulsa County district judge

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Broken Arrow Tue. Oct 10 2023

Interim city manager takes the reins in Coweta

The Coweta City Council voted last Friday to hire Lisa Taylor to replace Kolman, who submitted his resignation on Sept. 11.

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Interim city manager takes the reins in Coweta

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