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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.

Agra hires Rossiter as super

AGRA — The upcoming 2026-2027 school year for Agra Public Schools will begin with a new superintendent following district officials approval of the hiring of alumnus Delbert Rossiter.Rossiter is expected to officially begin this position on July 1, according to High School Principal John Golliver.

Home Grown

Compost: A Valuable Soil Amendment, not a Planting Medium With a growing interest in composting and sustainable landscaping practices, many gardeners are incorporating compost into their landscapes and gardens.

Drummond for governor, Roberson for State House

On June 16, Oklahoma Republicans will make decisions that will help shape the future of our state for years to come. At the Cushing Citizen, it is rare for us to put our public stamp of approval on a political candidate — in any race, at any level — so when we do, it is something we take seriously.
Cimarron Valley Communications staff stand with their first place plaques following the Better Newspaper Contest awards banquet Saturday, June 6 held at the Embassy Suites in Norman. Pictured back row advertising director Jeremy Fincher, middle row lead reporter DeAnna Maddox, accounts and office manager Sapphire Smith, managing editor Allie Prater, owner and publisher J.D. Meisner, front row chief moral officer Jamison Prater. Photo by Caleson Coon.

Cimarron Valley Communications staff stand with their first place plaques following the Better Newspaper Contest awards banquet Saturday, June 6 held at the Embassy Suites in Norman. Pictured back row advertising director Jeremy Fincher, middle row lead reporter DeAnna Maddox, accounts and office manager Sapphire Smith, managing editor Allie Prater, owner and publisher J.D. Meisner, front row chief moral officer Jamison Prater. Photo by Caleson Coon.

Cimarron Valley Communications earns multiple honors at OPA convention

NORMAN — Newspapers published by Cimarron Valley Communications brought home numerous individual and publication awards during the 2025 Oklahoma Press Association Better Newspaper Contest, with honors presented June 6 during the Oklahoma Press Association Annual Convention in Norman.