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Audit reveals inventory control issues during

STILLWATER — An audit of the Payne County District 2 Commissioner’s Office found multiple issues with the county’s fixed asset inventory during the transition from outgoing Commissioner Chris Reding, according to a turnover report released June 2 by the Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector Cindy...
Central Tech held a graduation ceremony for Surgical Technology students on Thursday, June 5. Back Row (L-R): Laura Prince, Cushing; Tori Turner, Yale; Baylee Davis, Perkins; Kaylee Papakee, Bristow. Front Row (L-R): Lori Thompson, Chandler; Matthew Prince, Cushing; Christopher Cline, Stroud; Kristina Vanzant, Cleveland.

Central Tech held a graduation ceremony for Surgical Technology students on Thursday, June 5. Back Row (L-R): Laura Prince, Cushing; Tori Turner, Yale; Baylee Davis, Perkins; Kaylee Papakee, Bristow. Front Row (L-R): Lori Thompson, Chandler; Matthew Prince, Cushing; Christopher Cline, Stroud; Kristina Vanzant, Cleveland.

SAI releases Part One of ODMHSAS audit

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector (SAI) Cindy Byrd released the first part of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODHMSAS) Special Investigative Audit Report recently. The report reveals significant financial and managerial issues within ODMHSAS.
Employee of the Month

Employee of the Month

Employee of the Month

City of Drumright officials named Darrell Medlock as the Employee of the Month for May 2025. Medlock has been a service technician for the City for the past three years demonstrating exceptional commitment to city operations, according to City Manager Shawn Gibson.
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Father Accused of Abusing Infant

STILLWATER — A 28-year-old Stillwater man accused of causing a traumatic head injury to his 7-week-old infant between May 19 and May 21 has been jailed on $300,000 bond pending a June 9 court appearance, at which he can seek a preliminary hearing.

City of Stillwater Arrests

The following were arrested by Stillwater PD from June 1 to June 7. All subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.