Area weathering COVID-19 storm

A little more than half way through a tumultuous year, the city of Cushing and its largest industry have fared better than offi cials expected at the start of the global pandemic and oil price war.

County Commission can’t regulate “Weedstock”

The Payne County Commissioners Monday discussed a music concert scheduled for Aug.20- 22 at Tumbleweed Dancehall and Concert Venue in Stillwater. The event billed as Weedstock, features a variety of musical lineups each day.

Day of Caring Cancelled

United Way of Payne County announced Wednesday that Day of Caring, scheduled for September 17, will not be held this year due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Beasley gives Broadway District Update to Lions

If you have lived in Cushing, most likely the name Geoff Beasley is familiar to you. Geoff is a local citizen who has resided in Cushing for many years and wears many hats.

OSU Homecoming events canceled for 2020

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the OSU Alumni Association will be unable to host the 2020 edition of America’s Greatest Homecoming. The centennial celebration originally scheduled for Oct. 26-31 will now be planned for fall 2021.

Forage testing - A key decision aide

Hay fields in most areas of Oklahoma are producing an average to above average number of big round bales this summer. The quality of the hay will be quite variable. Some will supply a great deal of the nutrients needed to maintain body condition on beef cows this winter.

Interim Studies Begin Next Week

Last Friday, the House and Senate both published their lists of approved interim studies that will take place over the next several months. These meetings examine a particular subject or policy in more depth than we often have the time to examine them during our busy legislative session.

Mullin Opposes Second Spending Package

Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-02) released the following statement after the House passed the second Fiscal Year 2021 funding package. Mullin was not present for the vote due to supporting his son’s ongoing rehabilitation from a wrestling injury but would have voted “no” on the bill.

Yale Police, Fire and Ampulance reports

The following are the Yale Police and Yale Fire/Ambulance logs for July 25 through August 2.

TKO Ribbon Cutting

Glynn Morgan, owner of TKO Equipment Sales and Rental cuts the ribbon commemorating the grand opening of his new location at 306 E Main in Cushing. The ceremony was held Friday, July 31.