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September 18, 2013
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13 killed in Washington shooting rampage

A defense contractor employee went on a shooting rampage Monday inside a building at the heavily secured Washington Navy Yard, spraying bullets in the hallways and firing from a balcony onto office workers in an atrium below, authorities and witnesses said. Thirteen people were killed, including the gunman.

 
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OSU will investigate claims made in Sports Illustrated series

Citing a strong appetite for its "Dirty Game" series on Oklahoma State football, Sports Illustrated released the fifth and final chapter a day earlier than originally announced.

 
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BNSF to invest $125 million in state projects

BNSF Railway Co. announced Monday it is spending $125 million to expand and improve its system in Oklahoma. Projects will include a new bypass connection at the Cherokee rail yard in west Tulsa and extending a siding area on the carrier's tracks near Mannford.

 
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Albums of autumn: 22 new and upcoming music releases to get excited about

As summer fades, so do the songs and sounds of summer. But that gives way to a fall music bonanza.

 
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Jenks

Overview: Jenks was the fastest growing city in the Tulsa metro area between 2000 and 2010. According to the U.S. Census, the suburb south of Tulsa grew by more than 75 percent, to 16,928. Its 2012 population had grown further, to 18,059.

The city is known for its antique shopping and a growing number of attractions, including the Oklahoma Aquarium and the Riverwalk Crossing, which recently was purchased by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. The school system is recognized for high academic standards and consistent success in high school athletics.
HEADLINES

Power restored in Jenks after fallen limb knocks out service   9/13/2013

An AEP-PSO spokesman said 64 customers lost power about 4:40 p.m.

Cox to televise annual Midfirst Backyard Bowl; live streaming also available   9/6/2013

The game kicks off at 7:05 p.m. from theUniversity of Tulsa’s Chapman Stadium.
Police seek person of interest in car burglaries, stolen credit cards

Police seek person of interest in car burglaries, stolen credit cards   9/5/2013

Multiple cars were broken into across the city of Jenks on Aug. 26 with on victim reporting several credit cards being stolen, police said.
Drug drop-off site opens in Jenks

Drug drop-off site opens in Jenks   9/4/2013

Local residents will now have a permanent location to drop off unwanted prescription medications.
Rally to Improve Birth wants women to know their options

Rally to Improve Birth wants women to know their options   9/2/2013

Missy David, a spokeswoman for the rally in Jenks and a doula who provides counseling and support before, during and after childbirth, said: “It’s not hospital birth v. home birth. It’s about respectful, safe maternity care.”
Jenks Arts District moves forward

Jenks Arts District moves forward   9/2/2013

Pieces are falling into place for the Jenks Arts District.

Jenks roads package to require voter OK of $13.76 million match   8/24/2013

Voters will be asked to make a $13.76 million match to millions of pledged federal and state dollars for a major streets and access road overhaul.

Bridenstine: Obama policies could bring the economy down at any time   8/21/2013

'The stock market is strong because the dollar is weak,' Bridenstine said in response to a question at the Jenks Chamber of Commerce.

Software problems may delay Jenks school buses   8/19/2013

Today was the first day of school for students in the Jenks public school district.
Jenks 15-year-old's murder trial set for Dec. 2

Jenks 15-year-old's murder trial set for Dec. 2   8/17/2013

A Tulsa County judge has scheduled a Dec. 2 jury trial for a Jenks teenager who is charged with murdering a woman during a robbery in December.
Jury trial scheduled for Jenks teen accused of murder

Jury trial scheduled for Jenks teen accused of murder   8/16/2013

Prosecutors are appealing an order to treat Mooney as a youthful offender.
Jenks boil advisory called an overreaction, but local health officials defend decision

Jenks boil advisory called an overreaction, but local health officials defend decision   8/14/2013

The Tulsa City-County Health Department's order for restaurants to close on a busy Friday night last week was an effort to protect people from getting sick from E. coli.
Jenks boil order lifted after DEQ follow-up Saturday

Jenks boil order lifted after DEQ follow-up Saturday   8/11/2013

The state Department of Environmental Quality has lifted the precautionary boil water advisory for Jenks that was issued Friday when a water sample showed signs of E. coli bacteria.
Boil advisory lifted in Jenks

Boil advisory lifted in Jenks   8/10/2013

Follow-up tests on Saturday showed no evidence of the bacteria, city officials said.

Boil advisory issued for Jenks, restaurants ordered closed after E. coli found in water sample   8/9/2013

Out of 18 water samples that were taken recently, one showed signs of E. coli bacteria.
Teen suspect in Jenks murder case charged with robbery

Teen suspect in Jenks murder case charged with robbery   8/8/2013

A Jenks teenager who is accused of murdering a woman in December is now facing a charge of robbery with a dangerous weapon, giving prosecutors another option in their attempt to link him with the killing.

Online registration back up after disruptions at Jenks schools website   8/6/2013

Officials have come up with a workaround so that students may register through School Office Pro.
Oklahoma Aquarium gets dedicated funding source, Jenks officials say

Oklahoma Aquarium gets dedicated funding source, Jenks officials say   7/9/2013

As the Oklahoma Aquarium gears up to celebrate its 10th anniversary later this month, city leaders say they have officially dedicated a funding stream that will contribute to the attraction's ongoing viability.
New Jenks Superintendent Stacey Butterfield's focus is on listening, innovation

New Jenks Superintendent Stacey Butterfield's focus is on listening, innovation   7/6/2013

Stacey Butterfield, the new superintendent at Jenks Public Schools, says she couldn't possibly fill the shoes of her predecessor, Kirby Lehman, so she won't try.
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CITY OFFICIALS
Mayor Lonnie Sims, Ward 2 city council
Phone: 918-299-5883
city@jenksok.org

Vice-Mayor Kevin Rowland, Ward 3 city council
Phone: 918-299-5883
city@jenksok.org

Sally Bisel, Ward 1 city council
Phone: 918-299-5883
city@jenksok.org

Dr. Josh Wedman, Ward 4 city council
Office: 918-259-8419
city@jenksok.org

Mike Sharp, Ward 5 city council
Phone: 918-299-5883
city@jenksok.org

Greg Bowman, Ward 6 city council
Phone: 918-299-5883
city@jenksok.org

Kelly Dunkerley, Councilmember-at-large
Phone: 918-299-5883
city@jenksok.org

Map of Jenks City Council ward boundaries

Other contacts

City of Jenks

Mike Tinker, City Manager
Phone: 918-299-5883

Robert Bell, Planning Director
Phone: 918-299-5883
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
Police Department
211 N. Elm
Jenks, OK 74037
918-272-2244

Chief of Police Cameron D. Arthur
918-299-6311

Asst. Chief of Police J.W. Bennett
918-299-6311

Fire Department
Station 1: 205 North Elm
Station 2: 1115 West 121st Street South

Fire Chief Gary Friedel
918-298-1491
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