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For the Record

The correct titles for the winners at the 95th Annual Chamber of Commerce banquet published in last week’s issue of the Citizen were as follows: 2021 Non-profit of the Year, 2021 Small Business of the Year, 2021 Large Business of the Year, and 2021 Person of the Year.

Local teachers utilize online crowdfunding

Oklahoma schools have been faced with ongoing issues long before COVID-19 brought the problems to the forefront. While an increase in pay was recently achieved, in part due to collaborative efforts of teachers across the state in 2018, other issues still remain present.
Masonic Lodge donates to hospital foundation

Masonic Lodge donates to hospital foundation

Masonic Lodge donates to hospital foundation

Cushing Masonic Lodge donates $2815.45 to the Cushing Regional Hospital Foundation to help pay tuitions for the Cushing fireman to attend Central Technology Center to earn their Paramedic Certification.
Adventures with Allie Perks of being an adult

Adventures with Allie Perks of being an adult

Adventures with Allie Perks of being an adult

Being an adult means I have access to adult money. Which can be a very scary thing, but most of the time it is incredibly rewarding. Growing up, my family was never poor, however we always chose experiences over material things.

House Completes Bill Filing

The new legislative session is just a few weeks away, and House members and staff are beginning our fi nal preparations. Jan. 20 was the deadline to offi cially introduce new bills for the upcoming session.

Early voting begins Thursday

Early voting begins Thursday February 3, 2022 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 their County Election Board.
Tyler Crow finshed out the 2021 season at Tulsa’s Port City Raceway as Jr. Sprint Champion.

Tyler Crow finshed out the 2021 season at Tulsa’s Port City Raceway as Jr. Sprint Champion.

Tyler Crow takes Port City Jr. Sprint Title

In just his third season behind the wheel of a jr. sprint car, Drumright driver Tyler Crow closed out the 2021 racing season at Tulsa’s Port City Raceway as points leader and Jr. Sprint Champion. Driving the Dragonfl y Aviation-sponsored 2T jr.

Payne County Burn Ban in Affect

During the Payne County Board of Commissioners’ meeting held on Monday, Jan. 24 a continued burn ban was voted on. The ban was approved and took affect immediately.