BREAKING Coronavirus update

Here are the latest coronavirus numbers from the Oklahoma Department of Health. As of 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 22, the state is reporting 2,894 cases of COVID-19 and 170 deaths associated with the disease. 1,772 people in the state have recovered.

Pipeline operator clears path for crude shipments to Cushing

U.S. oil producers finding it more and more difficult to store their oil near the Gulf Coast were thrown a lifeline last week, when Enterprise Products Partners announced it was opening the northbound capacity of its Seaway pipeline, giving producers a safety valve option to ship their crude inland...

Stillwater emergency management takes stronger stance on masks

To reduce the spread and effects of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), the City of Stillwater is strongly encouraging the CDC’s recommendation that people wear cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores, retail...

ENERGY WATCH

With futures for oil contracts due Tuesday of this week, and storage facilities across the country at near capacity, the holders of those contracts found themselves responsible for thousands barrels of oil with nowhere to store them, so they were forced to pay buyers to take their oil, or face...

Curbside COVID-19 testing continues in Cushing every Tuesday

The Payne County Health Department has announced curbside COVID-19 testing in Cushing will be held weekly, every Tuesday, by appointment only, at the Payne County Health Department at 1026 N Linwood Ave, Cushing To schedule an appointment for next Tuesday in Cushing, individuals can call the local...

Sheltering from tornadoes during the pandemic

While the country is rightfully concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic, Oklahomans have another concern this time of year – tornado season.

COVID-19-Related Investment Schemes Anticipated

Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Oklahoma Department of Securities is alerting investors to be on guard against an anticipated surge of fraudulent investment schemes.

Be wary of forbearance offers

As part of the COVID-19 financial relief efforts, some creditors are offering forbearance on some loan payments for a few months.

Thank you!

Members of the medical staff at Hillcrest Hospital Cushing came outside last Thursday, April 16, to an outpouring of appreciation and love from the community they serve.