Energy Watch

WTI crude oil prices as of 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 26 - $34 Even though OPEC+ is still somewat broken it has been able to maintain its 9.7 million barrels per day cut since May 1. Various countries are easing COVID-19 lockdowns and China’s keenly watched crude oil demand is taking a definite upswing.

Cushing student earns UCO scholarship

The University of Central Oklahoma College of Education and Professional Studies recently awarded Cushing resident Elisa Levey a scholarship for the upcoming fall and spring semesters in recognition of her academic achievements and outstanding service to the university.

Locals named to all state soccer teams

The rosters for the 2020 All-State soccer teams have been released. Three area girls have been named to the 2020 Oklahoma Soccer Coaches Association’s all state rosters in their respective districts.

PCSO busts car thieves in Cushing

A man and woman were arrested in Cushing after they allegedly stole a car in Ripley, ditched it in Cushing, and were caught with the vehicle’s keys at a Cushing convenience store.

Remembering those who served... Memorial Day

American Legion Post 108 Commander Ron Stephens Post 108 Adjutant Dennis Fisher and Joy Kindley. Cushing Fire Lieutenant James Blevins sprays down the back wall of a burning home Thursday. The contents of this shed on the 900 block of Walnut were destroyed by a fire Monday morning.

Barbecue gone wrong

Cushing Fire Lieutenant James Blevins and Firefighter Jackson Hollman gain access to the attic of a burning home on the 800 block of Walnut, Thursday.

ENERGY WATCH

West Texas Intermediate Crude had climbed to $31.39 a barrel by noon Tuesday, it’s highest level since last month’s free fall into negative territory.