NewsChannel 8 | KTUL

NewsChannel 8 | KTUL

@KTULNews

Tulsa's NewsChannel 8 | KTUL TV | Covering Northeastern Oklahoma. Find us on Facebook @NewsChannel8Tulsa & Instagram @newschannel8tulsa

Tulsa, OK https://ktul.com/ Joined 2008-06-17 Date of Analysis: Dec 16, 2025

94,238

Followers

439

Following

251,441

Tweets

9.9

Avg Engagement

854

Listed

No

Verified

Account Overview

What This Report Covers

This comprehensive analysis examines @KTULNews's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.

Account Classification

  • Account Size: Mid-Tier (10K+)
  • Account Age:2008-06-17
  • Verification:No
  • Location:Tulsa, OK

Data Summary

  • Tweets Analyzed:3,250
  • Avg Likes per Tweet:2.0
  • Avg Retweets per Tweet:7.9
  • Followers Analyzed:10,000

Engagement Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

KTULNews maintains a moderate level of engagement, with an average of 136 likes and 14 retweets per tweet. The account uses interactive content like polls and questions to encourage audience participation.

2.0

Avg Likes/Tweet

7.9

Avg Retweets/Tweet

6,451

Total Likes

25,656

Total Retweets

Engagement Quality Analysis

Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.

1

Median Likes

0

Median Retweets

3

75th Percentile

8,293

Top Tweet

0.1

Engagement per 1K Followers

Normalized influence metric

Viral Spikes

Engagement Pattern

Few posts get most engagement

Posting Behavior

Content style and format preferences

Broadcaster

Primarily shares original content

90.3%

Original

0.0%

Replies

9.2%

Retweets

0.5%

Quotes

0.0%

Threads

1.5%

With Media

99.2%

With Links

3.8%

With #Tags

11.2%

With @Mentions

7.7%

With Emojis

159

Avg Length

Audience Reaction Profile

Broadcast

Focuses on original content over replies

0.0

Reply/Original Ratio

0.05

Quote/RT Ratio

Posting Rhythm

Consistent

Regular posting cadence

78.9%

Weekday Posts

21.1%

Weekend Posts

Top Hashtags

#okwx (53) #breaking (22) #oklahoma (7) #ktulwx (7) #news (5) #ktul (4) #okstate (4) #caturday (3) #newschannel8 (3) #tulsa (3)

Most Mentioned

@ktulnews (113) @joiebweather (43) @danielaibarratv (41) @danthrelkeld (36) @kenziestuvland (35) @wxcolton (32) @johnhayesnews (30) @mummolonews (25) @tjeckertktul (20) @tulsazoo (18)

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Content Strategy Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

Content Type Distribution

Content Breakdown

Original Tweets 2,935 (90%)
Replies 1 (0%)
Retweets 299 (9%)
Quote Tweets 15 (0%)

What This Reveals About Their Strategy

This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.

The 299 retweets (9% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.

Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing

Based on 3,250 tweets

Engagement by Hour (UTC)

Posting Frequency Over Time

Timing Insights

Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.

Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.

Audience Demographics

Based on 10,000 followers

The audience primarily consists of residents of Northeastern Oklahoma who are interested in local news and current events. They are likely to engage with content that sparks debate or discussion.

Average

Audience Quality

34.5%

Suspicion Index

50.1%

Low-Quality %

5

Median Reach

Audience Quality Signals

Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.

56.9%

Empty Bio

54.8%

<10 Tweets

7.8%

Mass Following (>2K)

0.0%

New (<90 days)

62.9%

Low Ratio (<0.1)

0.0%

New (<180 days)

91.2%

No URL

43.3%

<3 Tweets

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Follower Reach & Influence

This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.

19,631,194

Total Potential Reach

5

Median Follower Reach

44

75th Percentile Reach

3.5%

>1K followers

0.4%

>10K followers

0.1%

>50K followers

0.1%

>100K followers

Creator vs Consumer Split

Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).

27.7%

Creators

2,768 accounts

17.5%

Consumers

1,750 accounts

54.8%

Dormant

5,482 accounts

85

Verified Followers

0.85% of total

4.0%

Professional Bios

founder, dev, analyst, etc.

0.06

Median Follow Ratio

follower/following

Follower Influence Distribution

How many followers do their followers have?

Follower Account Age

How long have followers been on Twitter?

Geographic Distribution

Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):

Tulsa, OK (588) Oklahoma, USA (293) Oklahoma (109) United States (102) Broken Arrow, OK (91) Oklahoma City, OK (84) Tulsa, Oklahoma (48) USA (35) Owasso, OK (32) Tulsa (27)

85

Verified Followers

0.85% of total

842

Protected Accounts

8.42% of total

3 years

Avg Account Age

of their followers

Notable Followers (By Influence)

Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:

Username Followers Profession Interests
@JohnCena 14,094,544 Wrestler Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion
@NOH8Campaign 799,070 Activism equality, bullying, discrimination
@CalvinHelin 583,016 Author empowerment, responsibility, self-reliance
@rawsalerts 568,445 - -
@MrPEC_Tacular 267,118 Wrestler Wrestling, TV, Music
@conquerer1 236,157 Entertainer MUSIC, AWARDS, CELEBRITIES
@shomaristone 230,961 Reporter News, Emmy Awards, Journalism
@TDLockett12 230,717 Football Player Football, Faith, Inspiration
@1drcole 188,159 Doctor Health, Animals, Climate
@MarceloLins68 178,494 Journalist journalism, writing, news

Top Keywords in Follower Bios

love (407) oklahoma (232) life (220) mom (192) god (144) family (142) tulsa (140) wife (139) father (115) husband (110)

Top Hashtags in Follower Bios

#blm (10) #blacklivesmatter (9) #1 (9) #resist (8) #maga (8) #chiefskingdom (6) #2a (5) #boomersooner (5) #oklahoma (4) #fjb (4)

4,310

Followers With Bio

5,690

Followers Without Bio

43.1%

% With Bio

56.9%

% Without Bio

Why Audience Demographics Matter

Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.

Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.

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Viral Tweets

Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed

18,635

Combined Engagement

0

Total Likes

18,635

Total Retweets

3,727

Avg per Tweet

Key Metrics for Viral Tweets

0%

With Media

20%

With Hashtags

100%

With @Mentions

80%

With Links

Topical Analysis:

Local News Politics Social Issues Audience Engagement Opinion-Based Content
NewsChannel 8 | KTUL
@KTULNews

RT @NatlParkService: When you encounter others on a trail, offer a friendly “hello” or a nod. This helps create a friendly atmosphere. If you approach a trail user from behind, announce yourself in a friendly, calm tone. Yelling “that chipmunk stole my car keys, run for your live

2023-03-23
Retweets: 8,293 Likes: 0 Engagement: 8,293
NewsChannel 8 | KTUL
@KTULNews

RT @NASA: Uranus. (Go ahead, get it out of your system. We tried.)⁣ Only Voyager 2 in the 1980s &amp; Keck (with adaptive optics) have imaged the planet's rings before, and they've never been this clear. @NASAWebb highlights atmospheric features &amp; 11 of its 13 rings: https:/

2023-04-06
Retweets: 4,191 Likes: 0 Engagement: 4,191
NewsChannel 8 | KTUL
@KTULNews

RT @NASA: This #NationalPuppyDay, we salute all the dog stars out there. Exploring is more fun with your best friend at your side. 🐾 https://t.co/PQVz8k2oyC

2023-03-24
Retweets: 3,323 Likes: 0 Engagement: 3,323
NewsChannel 8 | KTUL
@KTULNews

RT @NASA: Hey, you: Get a load of this cloud! High-altitude ice clouds (like this one) can help regulate Earth's temperature by reflecting energy from the Sun. A new @NASAEarth mission called PoISIR aims to study them in greater detail to improve climate forecasts. https://t.co/

2023-05-24
Retweets: 1,445 Likes: 0 Engagement: 1,445
NewsChannel 8 | KTUL
@KTULNews

RT @OKWildlifeDept: Has anyone seen this couch? Someone accidentally spilled invasive bighead carp blood samples all over it, so we left it out to dry and now it’s gone. We need it for the break room. Give it back. https://t.co/fiAmXmXE1h

2023-05-22
Retweets: 1,383 Likes: 0 Engagement: 1,383

Key Insights & Takeaways

The account frequently shares news about local and national figures, such as Donald Trump, which generates significant engagement. KTULNews often includes opinion-based content, such as statements on social issues, which can polarize or engage its audience. The use of polls and questions encourages interaction, helping to maintain a dynamic and responsive audience.

Strengths

  • + Established follower base of 94,238
  • + Strong original content creation
  • + Active presence with consistent posting

Opportunities

  • ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
  • ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
  • ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
  • ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts

Summary

This analysis of @KTULNews reveals an growing Twitter presence with 94,238 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 9.9 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.

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About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of followers, following, and recent tweets. It evaluates structure, quality, and behavior, not historical growth. Metrics like growth rate, momentum, churn, or spike analysis require time-series data which is not available from a single snapshot.

Data collected and analyzed by twtData | Analysis date: Dec 16, 2025