Ripley receives TSET grant

RIPLEY — The Town of Ripley has been awarded a $10,000 Healthy Incentive Grant from the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) to enhance its local rodeo arena.

Rain Halts Hay Movement; New-Crop Prices Still a Question for Oklahoma Growers

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma’s hay market remains stuck in neutral as persistent rain keeps balers sidelined and buyers guessing on new-crop prices, according to the USDA’s June 6 Oklahoma Direct Hay Report.

Slaughter Cow Prices Surge at Oklahoma National Stockyards Amid Strong Summer Demand

OKLAHOMA CITY — Slaughter cow and bull prices climbed sharply at the June 10 auction at the Oklahoma National Stockyards, driven by heavy competition from both packers and stocker buyers looking to fill pastures and feedlots as summer grazing intensifies.

Tidewater Winery Announces New Ownership and Community Event

DRUMRIGHT— Tidewater Winery, located in the historic Tidal School building in Drumright, Oklahoma, will officially change ownership on June 16, 2025. New owners Tim and Lora Chambers will take over operations from Geoffrey and Dawn Beasley, who have managed the winery in recent years.

Feeder cattle prices dip slightly amid high heat, weak calf demand at Oklahoma National Stockyards

OKLAHOMA CITY — Feeder cattle prices at the Oklahoma National Stockyards took a modest dip the week of June 16, as heat, humidity, and unweaned calves softened buyer enthusiasm despite a strong overall supply.

Accused killer added to Drummond’s 10 Most Wanted list

OKLAHOMA CITY – The latest addition to Attorney General Gentner Drummond's 10 Most Wanted list is accused of a murdering an Ada woman earlier this year following a violent altercation at a residence. Heather Lynn Harjo, 38, is wanted for the April 28 death of Summer Cheyenne Martin, 21.

Drumright Fire Chief Graduates Leadership Program

DRUMRIGHT — Longtime fire chief for the Drumright Fire Department, Brett Lunsford, recently graduated from the Oklahoma Executive Fire Officer Leadership Program (OKEFOLP).

Avoid Food Waste with Practical Storage Solutions

Payne County Extension EducatorAs food insecurity grows and grocery prices climb, Oklahoma State University Extension encourages the public to reduce food waste.

Payne County Arrests

The following were booked into Payne county Jail from June 9 to June 15. All subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

City of Stillwater Arrests

The following were arrested by Stillwater PD from June 9 to June 15. All subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.