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Prague quake shakes up Oklahoma

PRAGUE — As of Monday, nearly 50 after shocks had been recorded in the area of Friday’s 5.2 magnitude earthquake, which struck about five miles northwest of Prague. According to the USGS, the quake, originally logged as a 5.1, struck at 11:24 p.m. It was later upgraded to a 5.2.

Bulletin Board

Cushing, Drumright, Yale, Agra, Mannford, Oilton, Olive, Ripley… If your school, church, club, sports team, association, organization or non-profit group is holding an event, fundraiser, or even just a regular meeting, let us know so we can let everyone else know.

Tip of the Week

When you’re behind that wheel, keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive. Don’t let them fancy gadgets or chatty passengers pull your attention away – focus, and you’ll get where you’re going safe and sound.
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Cushing man pleas guilty in Tulsa County court

TULSA — Cushing resident Glenn Allen Fogle entered a plea of guilty in Tulsa County district court on Jan. 17 after being charged with one count of aggravated possession of child pornography from May 2022 and one count of possession of child pornography from April 2022, according to court records.

Banning Files Bill to Move School-Board Elections

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Chris Banning, R-Bixby, has filed legislation seeking to change the date of school board elections in Oklahoma. House Bill 3563 would place school board members on the same cycle as House and Senate elections.

Gov. Stitt Approves Emergency Rules for Housing Stability Program

OKLAHOMA CITY - Gov. Kevin Stitt approved emergency rules for the Housing Stability Program (HSP), Jan. 25. The Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) will begin accepting applications for the new program Mon., Jan. 29. The HSP, created by legislation authored by Rep. Kevin Wallace and Sen.