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INTERACTIVE MAP: Events and light displays to enjoy this holiday season across Oklahoma
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (584+ words) Click on the interactive map below to learn about some of the great holiday events and light displays you can enjoy this holiday season. Numerous holiday events, including light displays and ice skating, are kicking off across Oklahoma. From the Oklahoma City Zoo's Safari Lights to Luminance in Edmond, Christmas in the Park in Yukon, the Chickasha Festival of Light and more, there's no shortage of events that you and your family can enjoy. Click on the interactive map below to learn about some of them....
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: Which stars are joining this year's lineup?
3+ week, 6+ day ago (467+ words) Ciara, Foreigner, Lil Jon, Kool & the Gang, Busta Rhymes, Mickey Guyton and Teyana Taylor will feature in this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which will also cement "KPop Demon Hunters" as a pop culture phenomenon with appearances by the movie's singers on the ground and cute characters in balloons overhead. An eclectic group of stars " from ballet dancer Tiler Peck to YouTube's "Hot Ones" host Sean Evans " will join the annual holiday kick-off, highlighted by Audrey Nuna, EJAE and Rei Ami of HUNTR/X, the fictional girl group at the heart of the Netflix K-pop hit. The trio are behind the film's soundtrack, which hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and recently went platinum. Two characters from the movie " Derpy Tiger and Sussie " will join the parade lineup as a mid-sized balloon and the adorably named balloonicle. The parade will begin…...
Comedian Matt Rife bringing Stay Golden World Tour to Oklahoma
2+ week, 6+ day ago (161+ words) People who want tickets can buy them through Ticketmaster Comedian Matt Rife has added new shows to his Stay Golden World Tour, announcing two stops in Oklahoma. >> Open the video player above to see some of the headlines KOCO 5 is following. Rife will perform at the Choctaw Casino in Durant on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, and the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City on Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2026. The Oklahoma City tour stop is the last one on the Stay Golden World Tour. A ticket presale starts at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 12, and general onsale begins at noon on Friday, Nov. 14. People who want tickets can buy them through Ticketmaster. The comedian has played sold-out shows throughout the U.S. during the 2025 leg of the tour. Rife will perform more than 60 shows in 10 countries next year. His next Netflix special, "Matt Rife: Unwrapped " A Christmas Crowd Work…...
After going viral, Maine man’s beloved model train village finds a new home
30+ min ago (405+ words) The story drew hundreds of thousands of views online, and a couple from New Hampshire decided they wanted to buy the set A story we shared in October has taken on a life of its own " literally " after a 92-year-old Maine man's model train village went viral and found a new home. For years, Dean Walker poured his passion into the model train layout above his garage " a hand-built village filled with tiny details and personal touches. When sister station WMTW first met him, he said he was looking for someone who would appreciate the layout as much as he did, someone who could carry it forward when the time felt right. "And that was my hope when we started all this. I would find somebody that would take the entire layout. I wasn't willing to really split it up....
WWE superstar calls for Loud City to bring the energy during Monday Night Raw
5+ day, 21+ hour ago (382+ words) See how you can get tickets to Monday Night Raw in the story below The WWE is taking over the Paycom Center and some of its biggest stars are coming to Oklahoma City for Monday Night Raw. Before the big event in downtown Oklahoma City, KOCO 5 spoke with Raquel Rodriguez, who said she has some business to take care of. "As you guys know, two weeks ago, I was cheated out of my women's world championship. So, tonight, I have some business to take care of," Rodriguez said. "I'm going to be looking for Adam Pierce and I'm going to be demanding my rematch because I deserve a fair chance at the women's world championship. I mean, I could be right here right now with my world title if it wasn't for Nikki Bella." Rodriguez told KOCO 5 that the athletes…...
Watch: 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' teaser trailer released
2+ week, 3+ day ago (107+ words) The trailer for "The Devil Wears Prada 2" was released on Wednesday, giving fans a sneak peek at the highly anticipated sequel. The teaser begins with Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly, seen walking in a pair of red heels through her fashion magazine's office into an elevator. She is soon joined by Andy, played by Anne Hathaway, who was the assistant in the beloved 2006 film. Miranda tells Andy, "Took you long enough," as the two put on black sunglasses. Other returning cast members for the much-anticipated movie include Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci. "The Devil Wears Prada 2" will release in theaters on May 1....
Oklahoma girl cast to play lead in 'Eloise' movie starring Ryan Reynolds
3+ week, 4+ day ago (205+ words) A release date for Netflix's new "Eloise" movie has not been announced An Oklahoma girl has been cast to star as the lead in a live-action "Eloise" movie with Hollywood superstar Ryan Reynolds. >> Open the video player above to see some of the headlines KOCO 5 is following. Kismet Arts Studio and Theatre announced that one of its alumnae, Mae Schenk, will star as the titular character in the upcoming live-action movie based on the children's book. Netflix landed the rights to the "Eloise" film, which Variety reports has been in development since 2020. Reynolds will play an "original villainous character." Amy Sherman-Palladino, best known for "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" and "Gilmore Girls," will direct and co-write the movie. Netflix told Variety that "Eloise" will be a "wholly original adventure" that's based on the books written by Kay Thompson and illustrated by…...
Vince Gill receives Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award
1+ week, 3+ day ago (210+ words) Oklahoma native Vince Gill is honored with the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award by the Country Music Association, highlighting his significant contributions to the music industry. Vince Gill, who grew up in the Oklahoma City metro area, has been awarded the 2025 Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award by the Country Music Association, joining the ranks of legends like Dolly Parton and Alan Jackson. Gill's journey began in Norman, Oklahoma, and continued through his time at Northwest Classen High School, where a statue now stands in his honor. He graduated from the school in 1975 and has since earned 22 Grammy Awards and numerous number-one hit songs. Oklahoma has long recognized Gill's extraordinary talent, as he was inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame in 1999. "We inducted him back in '99, so he's been inducted for a very long time," said Tony Corbell, executive…...