Op-Ed from the Attorney General

As I approach the end of my first year in office, it seems appropriate to reflect on what has been a very active time for me. It is a privilege to serve as Attorney General of this great state, and I am proud of how my administration is working on behalf of all Oklahomans.

Burns comments on new OSSAA rule

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Ty Burns, R-Pawnee, today applauded the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) board of directors for approving an exception granting one free transfer to any high school student with established athletic eligibility at their current school.

PCYS releases annual fiscal report

STILLWATER - The Payne County Youth Services group recently released the annual report for fiscal year 2023 (FY23) which listed the revenue and expenses as of June 30 as well as program highlights for the year.

Oklahoma 2024 Election ballot set

The 2024 Presidential Preferential Primary candidate filing was open last week from Dec. 4 to Dec. 6. The primary election for eligible candidates will be held on March 5, 2024 Below is a list of candidates who filed and for which party.

Opening day of “It’s a Wonderful Life

Area Lake Report

eport Fort Gibson: December 2. Elevation is .5 ft. below normal and stable, water temperature 54°F and clear. (USACE Lake Level) Blue catfish good on shad around channels, main lake, and points. Crappie fair on hair jigs, minnows, and tube jigs around brush structure, docks, and main lake.

Donation to fund latest Payne County K-9

STILLWATER - The Payne County Board of Commissioners Monday approved a donation from Operation Underground Railroad for a trained electronic storage detection canine for the Payne County Sheriff’s Office.

Free Basic Family History Class being offered at Cushing Chamber Office

CUSHING - National Roots Day is on Dec. 23 — it is a day to encourage families to delve into their family history, heritage, and ancestry.

Three fatalities reported in SH33 collision

CUSHING - A head on collision involving two vehicles took the lives of three individuals last week. The accident occurred just before 8 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 7 on SH-33 one half mile west of King’s Highway, in Cushing.