Oklahoma's Own Originals

Griffin Media is proud to produce original, top-notch programming that keeps Oklahomans safe, informed and entertained.

These Oklahoma's Own Originals are created locally by our award-winning teams in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The 30-minute and hour-long television specials are shared on News 9 and News On 6, News9.com and NewsOn6.com, and our streaming apps available to download for free on Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV.

Oklahoma's Own News 9 sent reporter Colby Thelen and photojournalist Darrell Vannostran to Africa this past summer on a conservation safari with the Oklahoma City Zoo.

Africa: Among The Wild - News 9

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Run to Remember - News 9

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It’s a huge undertaking, with thousands of people descending upon downtown Oklahoma City each year. "Oklahoma's Own Originals: Run to Remember" took a look at just what it takes to put on the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon and the mission behind the yearly event.
News 9 aired "Oklahoma’s Own Originals: Employ Oklahoma” sponsored by Express Employment Professionals on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 8 p.m.

Employ Oklahoma - News 9

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Employ Oklahoma - News On 6

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News On 6 aired "Oklahoma’s Own Originals: Employ Oklahoma” sponsored by Express Employment Professionals on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 8 p.m.
"Oklahoma's Own Originals: Holiday Adventures" featured a week's worth of stories highlighting great local getaways.

Holiday Adventures - News 9

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Holiday Adventures - News On 6

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"Oklahoma's Own Originals: Holiday Adventures" featured a week's worth of stories highlighting great local getaways.
Ten years after Carina Saunders’ unsolved murder, the team from Oklahoma’s Own News 9 tracks down potential suspects & possible witnesses, explores new theories in the case and asks the tough questions.

Dying For Answers: The Carina Saunders Investigation

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1st & Football - News 9

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"Oklahoma’s Own Originals: 1st & Football" featured Dean Blevins, John Holcomb and Dusty Dvoracek with an in-depth look at the upcoming college football season.
"Oklahoma’s Own Originals: 1st & Football" featured Dean Blevins, John Holcomb and Dusty Dvoracek with an in-depth look at the upcoming college football season.

1st & Football - News On 6

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Summer Adventures - News 9

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“Oklahoma's Own Originals: Summer Adventures” premiered June 14, 2022 at 8 p.m. on News 9. Presented by AAA Route 66 Road Fest, the latest Oklahoma’s Own Original highlighted local and regional destinations perfect for exploring over the summer.
“Oklahoma's Own Originals: Summer Adventures” premiered June 14, 2022 at 8 p.m. on News On 6. Presented by Chris Nikel Auto, the latest Oklahoma’s Own Original highlighted local and regional destinations perfect for exploring over the summer.

Summer Adventures - News On 6

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Chasing a Championship - News 9

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The OU softball team is on a historic run this year. As we enter post-season play, the Sooners are geared to make another run at a national title. From head coach Patty Gasso mic'd up during a game to player interviews, News 9's Robin Marsh gives viewers exclusive access to the team during "Chasing a Championship" May 23-27, 2022 on News 9.
"Southern Hills: The PGA Returns" featured stories from past majors, Oklahoma ties and an inside look at the $11 million renovation to the golf course.

Southern Hills: The PGA Returns - News 9 & News On 6

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Ahead of the Storm - News 9

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Oklahoma's weather can be unpredictable, and it’s some of the most dramatic anywhere. As part of our mission to keep Oklahomans safe and informed, News 9 aired our “Oklahoma’s Own Originals: Ahead of the Storm” severe weather special on Thursday, April 7 at 8 p.m.
Oklahoma's weather can be unpredictable, and it’s some of the most dramatic anywhere. As part of our mission to keep Oklahomans safe and informed, News On 6 aired our “Oklahoma’s Own Originals: Ahead of the Storm” severe weather special on Thursday, April 7 at 8 p.m.

Ahead of the Storm - News On 6

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Employ Oklahoma - News 9

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“Employ Oklahoma” aired on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 8 p.m. on News 9. Many Oklahomans are looking for new opportunities, and many Oklahoma businesses are hiring. “Employ Oklahoma” helped connect job seekers with local companies ready to recruit new candidates.
“Employ Oklahoma” aired on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 8 p.m. on News On 6. Many Oklahomans are looking for new opportunities, and many Oklahoma businesses are hiring. “Employ Oklahoma” helped connect job seekers with local companies ready to recruit new candidates.

Employ Oklahoma - News On 6

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Holiday Adventures - News 9

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News 9 aired “Oklahoma’s Own Originals: Holiday Adventures”, a week’s worth of local stories exploring some of the fun getaways our state has to offer, during the 10 p.m. newscast each night from December 6-10, 2021.
News On 6 aired “Oklahoma’s Own Originals: Holiday Adventures”, a week’s worth of local stories exploring some of the fun getaways our state has to offer, during the 10 p.m. newscast each night from December 6-10, 2021.

Holiday Adventures - News On 6

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1st & Football - News On 6

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News On 6 aired “Oklahoma’s Own Originals: 1st & Football” on August 31 at 9 p.m. to give fans a preview of what to expect this year on the gridiron.
News 9 aired “Oklahoma’s Own Originals: 1st & Football” on August 31 at 9 p.m. to give fans a preview of what to expect this year on the gridiron.

1st & Football - News 9

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Tulsa Race Massacre: 100 Years Later - News 9

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“Oklahoma’s Own Originals: Tulsa Race Massacre: 100 Years Later” aired commercial free on Friday, May 28 from 8 – 9 p.m. statewide on both News On 6 and News 9. The special is also available to watch online at NewsOn6.com and News9.com and through our OTT apps available to download for free on Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV. The one-hour television special remembered the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre – one of Tulsa’s darkest days – ahead of the centennial.
“Oklahoma’s Own Originals: Tulsa Race Massacre: 100 Years Later” aired commercial free on Friday, May 28 from 8 – 9 p.m. statewide on both News On 6 and News 9. The special is also available to watch online at NewsOn6.com and News9.com and through our OTT apps available to download for free on Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV. The one-hour television special remembered the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre – one of Tulsa’s darkest days – ahead of the centennial.

Tulsa Race Massacre: 100 Years Later - News On 6

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Trips on a Tankful - News 9

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Are you looking for safe places to visit without breaking the bank on gas money? There are all kinds of places just waiting to be explored and they're only a gas tank away. "Oklahoma's Own Originals: Trips on a Tankful" highlights both local and regional destinations you'll want to check out.
Are you looking for safe places to visit without breaking the bank on gas money? There are all kinds of places just waiting to be explored and they're only a gas tank away. "Oklahoma's Own Originals: Trips on a Tankful" highlights both local and regional destinations you'll want to check out.

Trips on a Tankful - News On 6

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Holiday Adventures - News 9

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We could all use a break this holiday season, and there are plenty of places to safely visit in Oklahoma to help us unwind! News 9 explores some of the fun getaways in our state in "Oklahoma's Own Originals: Holiday Adventures".
We could all use a break this holiday season, and there are plenty of places to safely visit in Oklahoma to help us unwind! News On 6 explores some of the fun getaways in our state in "Oklahoma's Own Originals: Holiday Adventures".

Holiday Adventures - News On 6

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First & Football - News 9

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Oklahoma’s Own Originals: First & Football features Dean Blevins, John Holcomb and Dusty Dvoracek taking an in-depth look at the upcoming college football season and what you can expect this year on the gridiron. It's been a strange offseason, but these in-state teams are talent-rich and ready to roll.
Oklahoma’s Own Originals: First & Football features Dean Blevins, John Holcomb and Dusty Dvoracek taking an in-depth look at the upcoming college football season and what you can expect this year on the gridiron. It's been a strange offseason, but these in-state teams are talent-rich and ready to roll.

First & Football - News On 6

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Summer Staycations - News 9

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Summer getaways are the perfect time to relax, unwind, and have some fun and you can do it all without leaving Oklahoma! Join us as we check out some perfect Sooner State Summer Staycation destinations.