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John Moran walks through the new Cushing Marktplace. Photos by DeAnna Maddox

John Moran walks through the new Cushing Marktplace. Photos by DeAnna Maddox

Cushing Marketplace under construction

CUSHING — Cushing Marketplace has been steadily under construction for several months. According to John Moran, the construction is nearing completion and he is hopeful the marketplace will be operational soon.“We’re targeting the first of May to open for shopping,' he said.
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WTI $82.05WATCH From the Tank Tiger March Madness is upon us. For today, at least, your brackets are perfect and it won’t be long before they are busted. If you are an alum of Wagner, Howard, Stetson or Longwood then now’s your chance to go mental. If you’re a Seton Hall fan, you’re all sad.
Last Thursday on March 21 material for the new Bearcat den roof sat out before being installed later in the day. Photo by DeAnna Maddox The playground area is open to the public when school is not in session and Kelly said it is a popular place for local families to come.

Last Thursday on March 21 material for the new Bearcat den roof sat out before being installed later in the day. Photo by DeAnna Maddox The playground area is open to the public when school is not in session and Kelly said it is a popular place for local families to come.

Agra Bearcat’s new den

AGRA - The new pavilion on the South playground at Agra Elementary school is near completion as evidenced by the tin roof which was added over the school’s Spring Break last week.
AMANDA TYNDALL Stillwater - petit larceny - carry weapon, drugs or alcohol into jail - possession of controlled substance - possession of paraphernalia x2 - distribution of controlled substance, possess with intent - carry or possess firearm by convicted felon

AMANDA TYNDALL Stillwater - petit larceny - carry weapon, drugs or alcohol into jail - possession of controlled substance - possession of paraphernalia x2 - distribution of controlled substance, possess with intent - carry or possess firearm by convicted felon

Payne County Arrests

The following inmates were booked into Payne County Jail between March 15. and March 21. All individuals are innocent unless proven guilty.
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond greets lawmakers before the State of the State speech at the Capitol in Oklahoma City on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. Photo courtesy Legislative Services Bureau

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond greets lawmakers before the State of the State speech at the Capitol in Oklahoma City on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. Photo courtesy Legislative Services Bureau

Oklahoma officials eye new immigration laws

Attorney General Gentner Drummond and House Speaker Charles McCall both vowed support last week for a Texas-style immigration law that would allow law enforcement to arrest and detain migrants for illegally crossing the border from Mexico.

Deadline to change party affiliation approaches

STILLWATER - Oklahomans who want to change their party affiliation must submit their change no later than March 31, Payne County Election Board Secretary Courtney Callison said today. Voters may change their party affiliation online using the OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.

County approves $3.1 million ARPA purchase

STILLWATER - The Payne County Board of Commissioners Monday approved using $3.1 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to purchase the subscriber radio units for the Payne County Radio System.The Commissioners previously approved a $13.
CPAC Recognizes Talley with Conservative Achievement Award

CPAC Recognizes Talley with Conservative Achievement Award

CPAC Recognizes Talley with Conservative Achievement Award

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. John Talley, R-Stillwater, was recognized last week by the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) for his conservative voting record while serving in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.