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An Advanced Health Careers student at Central Tech practices.

An Advanced Health Careers student at Central Tech practices.

Central Tech builds skills that make a difference

News Staff
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
DRUMRIGHT — January was National Blood Donor Month, and while it is a time to recognize the lifesaving generosity of blood donors, it is also an opportunity to highlight the individual training to safely collect those donations.

Shelf Life of Pesticides

Laura Payne
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Home Grown Most everything in life has a shelf life, and this includes pesticides. Although, if you are looking for a printed expiration date on a pesticide container, you might not find one. However, there are general expectations as to how long they are 100% effective.

City approves airport agreements under FAA pressure

Deanna Maddox
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
“We had to fix it now” CUSHING — A series of six individual airport settlements totaling $226,299 was approved by the City of Cushing commissioners during their regular monthly meeting held on Jan. 20 alongside four new leases and a budget amendment.
Chef Rocky Dunnam, Director of Food and Nutrition Services, with his team; (Right) Martin Kane, Executive Sous Chef, and (Left) Jorja Parks, Catering Supervisor.

Chef Rocky Dunnam, Director of Food and Nutrition Services, with his team; (Right) Martin Kane, Executive Sous Chef, and (Left) Jorja Parks, Catering Supervisor.

Good Food for Good People: How Rocky Dunnam Is Redefining Hospital Dining at Stillwater Medical

News Staff
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
For Rocky Dunnam, food has always been more than a meal—it is a form of care, dignity, and connection. As Director of Food and Nutrition Services at Stillwater Medical, Dunnam is reshaping what hospital food can be by placing people, purpose, and compassion at the center of every plate.

Early Voting Begins Feb. 5

News Staff
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
STILLWATER — Early voting begins Thursday, Feb. 5 for voters in Payne County. Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day, have the option of voting early at the County Election Board and Cushing Chamber of Commerce.
Payne County 4-H members of all ages gained valuable skills that encouraged curiosity, problem-solving and confidence at An Evening of Rocketry.

Payne County 4-H members of all ages gained valuable skills that encouraged curiosity, problem-solving and confidence at An Evening of Rocketry.

Payne County 4-H youth blast off

News Staff
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
STILLWATER — Payne County 4-H members reached for the stars during An Evening of Rocketry, an engaging STEM program that combined handson learning with real-world connections to science, engineering and civic engagement.

WINTER WEATHER SAFETY QUICK TIPS

News Staff
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Walking on Ice • Wear shoes or boots with good traction.• Take small, deliberate steps and avoid rushing.• Keep hands free to help maintain balance.• Use handrails when available.• Walk on cleared, well-lit paths whenever possible.Driving in Snow and Ice • SLOW DOWN and increase following distance.
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