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City of Cushing Arrests

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The following were arrested by Cushing PD from Jan. 26 to Feb. 8. All subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.MICHAEL LLOYD DODSON, 46 — DUI: alcohol. Driving a motor vehicle under suspended or revoked license or while disqualified. Speeding.
Laynie DeMuth of Perkins stands with her Angus heifer during a recent livestock show. DeMuth is a new junior member of the American Angus Association and participates in youth cattle programs and competitions across the region.

Laynie DeMuth of Perkins stands with her Angus heifer during a recent livestock show. DeMuth is a new junior member of the American Angus Association and participates in youth cattle programs and competitions across the region.

Perkins student joins American Angus Association

Allie Prater
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
PERKINS – Laynie DeMuth of Perkins has become a junior member of the American Angus Association, the organization announced.Mark McCully, chief executive officer of the Saint Joseph, Missouri-based association, reported DeMuth’s membership in a recent release.As a junior member, DeMuth is eligible...

Recycle E-waste February 22

Deanna Maddox
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
CUSHING — Cushing residents will once again have the opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted electronics later this month thanks to efforts made by Cushing Pride members to host an e-waste recycling event in partnership with Electronic Synergy Foundation (ESF).“We have been partnering with [ESF]...
Virginia Banks is shown during an encounter with an unidentified person at the Payne County courthouse. Photo by Elizabeth Caldwell, Oklahoma Watch

Virginia Banks is shown during an encounter with an unidentified person at the Payne County courthouse. Photo by Elizabeth Caldwell, Oklahoma Watch

Second Stillwater teen faces rape charges as questions mount about unequal treatment

Elizabeth Caldwell
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Oklahoma WatchSTILLWATER — A Stillwater high school student convicted of sexual assault, who last year became the focus of national attention for what critics called a lenient sentence, is again under scrutiny, as Payne County pursues a case against another teenager accused of similar but lesser...
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Cushing man pleads guilty to animal cruelty

Patti Weaver
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
STILLWATER — A 29-year-old Cushing man accused of failing “to provide necessary food, care and well-being for a dog in his care, causing severe emaciation and atrophy, leading to death,” has pleaded guilty to cruelty to his German shepherd, who was found dead June 26, 2025.Daman J. Gandara was...
The Agra Lil Dribbler fourth grade boys team finished their season on Jan. 31, undefeated. Their last game was at Pawnee where the boys went home with a 37-10 win. Pictured in back, from left is Corwin Butler, Levi Lair, Grayson McNeil Laine Scott, and Mason Davis. Front, from left is Jacob Molloy, Rhett Hermann, and Duke Davis.

The Agra Lil Dribbler fourth grade boys team finished their season on Jan. 31, undefeated. Their last game was at Pawnee where the boys went home with a 37-10 win. Pictured in back, from left is Corwin Butler, Levi Lair, Grayson McNeil Laine Scott, and Mason Davis. Front, from left is Jacob Molloy, Rhett Hermann, and Duke Davis.

The Agra Lil Dribbler

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
The Agra Lil Dribbler fourth grade boys team finished their season on Jan. 31, undefeated. Their last game was at Pawnee where the boys went home with a 37-10 win. Pictured in back, from left is Corwin Butler, Levi Lair, Grayson McNeil Laine Scott, and Mason Davis.

Payne County district passes audit

Allie Prater
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY — A new state audit found that Circuit Engineering District 5 properly protected public money and kept accurate financial records during the last fiscal year.The audit, released by the Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector, covered the period from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.
2026 CHS homecoming King Roman Tucker and Queen Tirzah Wade high five after being crowned CHS Basketball Royalty. See inside for more. Photo by Sylvia Danyele.

2026 CHS homecoming King Roman Tucker and Queen Tirzah Wade high five after being crowned CHS Basketball Royalty. See inside for more. Photo by Sylvia Danyele.

2026 CHS homecoming King Roman Tucker and Queen Tirzah Wade

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
2026 CHS homecoming King Roman Tucker and Queen Tirzah Wade high five after being crowned CHS Basketball Royalty. See inside for more. Photo by Sylvia Danyele.
Cushing student earns national academic honor

Cushing student earns national academic honor

Cushing student earns national academic honor

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
CUSHING – Cushing High School senior Phenix Simmons has been named a member of The National Society of High School Scholars in recognition of academic achievement and leadership.The honor was announced Jan. 23 by the Atlanta-based organization, which recognizes high-performing students from around...

BLM schedules wild horse and burro event

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
INOLA — The Bureau of Land Management will hold a two-day wild horse and burro event Feb. 6-7 at the Riverbend Arena in Inola, Okla. The event begins Friday, Feb. 6, at 8 a.m., and will feature 150 animals for adoption.
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