Session Kicks Off Feb. 1

The new legislative session technically began when we gaveled in for the fi rst time on Organizational Day several weeks ago, but session kicks off in earnest on Monday, Feb. 1 at noon with a State of the State address by Gov. Stitt.

Inhofe, Lummis, Senate colleagues introduce bill to block Biden energy ban

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) joined Sen. Cynthia Lummis of (R-Wyo.), along with their Senate colleagues John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W. Va.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Kevin...

Tax Topics

The IRS urged individuals who receive Forms 1099-G for unemployment benefi ts they did not actually get because of identity theft to contact their appropriate state agency for a corrected form.

Cimarron Valley 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 driving on a road with four or more lanes, use the left lanes ONLY for passing. Keep the flow of traffic moving and don’t block off traffic. It’s just rude.

Homecoming 2021

Above: Cushing High School basketball Homecoming candidates are from left, Jayse Nicholas, Nakiyah Jackson, and Lola Nanaeto. Not pictured are Katelyn Carrier, Rachel Sherwood and Landon Jensen.

Payne County anticipates high fire potential this spring

The Payne County Commissioners Monday were updated about the spring wildfi re potential in the county.