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Cushing tax collections rise in June distribution

The Oklahoma Tax Commission distributed June sales and use tax collections to cities and towns on June 8. The payments primarily represent local tax receipts from April business, along with estimated sales from May 1 through May 15 for larger companies required to file electronically.
VMI Dredges Graphic Artist AK Chastain Jones and VMI Dredges President Cash Maitlan attend the IMX Inland Marine Expo in Nashville, Tennessee.

VMI Dredges Graphic Artist AK Chastain Jones and VMI Dredges President Cash Maitlan attend the IMX Inland Marine Expo in Nashville, Tennessee.

Cushing’s VMI Dredges attends IMX Inland Marine Expo in Nashville

NASHVILLE — VMI Dredges proudly participated in the 2026 Inland Marine Expo (IMX), held May 27-29 in Nashville, Tennessee, where the company showcased its latest dredging solutions, innovative marketing initiatives, and commitment to helping customers maximize operational uptime.

Cushing school board approves retention stipends

CUSHING — The Cushing School Board of Education members approved an item that would provide a one-time retention stipends to both certified and support staff at the end of the fiscal year, during their regular meeting on June 9.

New storm sirens installed

DRUMRIGHT — Two new storm warning sirens in Drumright are now operational — city leadership took action on the matter during their regular monthly meeting on June 8.
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Cushing couple accused of leaving toddlers at home alone

STILLWATER — A Cushing couple accused of leaving their two toddlers at home alone for several hours while they were at a bar across town on Valentine's Day have been ordered to appear in Payne County District Court on July 22 on charges of child neglect.

Man survives shooting

STILLWATER — A 22-year-old Cushing man on probation for robbery has been jailed on $75,000 bond pending a July 6 court appearance on charges of shooting a friend in the rear with a handgun and possessing methamphetamine along with drug paraphernalia.