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The Cushing Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) chairman Kay Turner presents a certificate for being the recipient of the PEO Program for Continuing Education to Cushing resident Jamie Haney. Photo courtesy Marylin Duff.

The Cushing Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) chairman Kay Turner presents a certificate for being the recipient of the PEO Program for Continuing Education to Cushing resident Jamie Haney. Photo courtesy Marylin Duff.

Cushing PEO presents local scholarship

News Staff
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
The Cushing Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) presented the Program for Continuing Education Scholarship to Cushing resident Jamie Haney during the February meeting hosted by Lou Griffin.Since its inception in 1869, PEO has provided millions of scholarships and loans to women nationwide.
The United Way of Payne County recently welcomed new members to their board. Pictured are the new members following New Board Member Orientation. From left to right: Latina Simmons (Cushing), Maggie Brock (Stillwater), David Adney (Stillwater), Leilani Mooreland (Cushing) and Ramesh Sharda (Stillwater).

The United Way of Payne County recently welcomed new members to their board. Pictured are the new members following New Board Member Orientation. From left to right: Latina Simmons (Cushing), Maggie Brock (Stillwater), David Adney (Stillwater), Leilani Mooreland (Cushing) and Ramesh Sharda (Stillwater).

United Way welcomes new board members

News Staff
Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Battle of Round Mountain Civil War Reenactment this weekend

Allie Prater
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
YALE — Experience history come to life this weekend at Jim Thorpe Park in a three day reenactment of the Battle of Round Mountain.The Battle The Battle of Round Mountain is listed in the 'Official Records of the Civil War' as the first battle fought in the Indian Territory.

Stand off in Oilton

Deanna Maddox
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
OILTON — A police standoff in Oilton last Thursday resulted in the arrest off three Oilton residents. According to Oilton Police Chief Carl Stout, there was more than one individual arrested.“We’ve got it taken care of — three suspects in custody,” Stout told the Gusher Thursday afternoon.

Oklahoma Historical Society to Host Travel Contest in March

News Staff
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Historical Society will hold another #ExploreOHS Travel Contest from Friday, March 1, through Sunday, March 31. During these dates, participants will travel to OHS museums and historic sites across the state to see who can visit the most sites in one month.
Fire Situation Report – March 4, 2024

Fire Situation Report – March 4, 2024

Fire Situation Report – March 4, 2024

News Staff
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry Statewide Discussion: Yesterday a cold front edged into the Panhandle, stalled and retreated. Fire danger remains a concern across most of Oklahoma today although comparably moderated from previous days.

Threats against Yale Police Chief leads to arrest warrant

News Staff
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
YALE — A warrant of arrest was issued on March 1 for Stillwater resident Colton James Price after being charged with one count of threatening violence against Yale Police Chief Phillip Kelly.“He made some death threats towards me on social media,” said Kelly.

Deadline to change party affiliation approaches

News Staff
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
STILLWATER - Oklahomans who want to change their party affiliation must submit their change no later than March 31. Voters may change their party affiliation online using the OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/ elections/ovp or by completing a new Voter Registration Application.
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