$1,000

Cushing Middle School was recently gifted $1,000 to fund a student hygiene station for those in need of supplies while at school. These stations will include staples like feminine hygiene products, deodorants, and other personal items that can be taken discreetly by students, as needed.

Precious Moments

Homecoming Court

CHS Basketball Homecoming Court pictured from left, Max Wood, Kanaan Guerrero, Koda Chavez, Lane Wood, Mario Shanklin, and Cason Brandon. Bottom row from left, Melannie Townes, Mya Bridgeman, Cora Eyler, Ella Nanaeto, and Kinsley Williams. CHS Basketball Homecoming will be Friday, Feb.

Leister Named Payne County OSU Extension Director

STILLWATER — Summer Leister, who has served as the Payne County 4-H Educator for the past 12 years, has been named Payne County OSU Extension Director while continuing her impactful role with 4-H.

Drumright gas, water, and sewer rates increase

DRUMRIGHT — Drumright residents may have already noticed an increase in their utility bills following the Jan. 13 joint meeting of the City of Drumright Board of Commissioners, Drumright Gas Authority, and Drumright Utility Trust.

Yale School Administration welcomes experienced SRO

YALE — A new school resource officer was recently hired and Yale Public School Superintendent Rocky Kennedy said he expects the officers previous experience will be a valuable asset.“It always good to have someone with experience to have on board with us,” said Kennedy.

Get ready for spring planting with a free seed propagation class

STILLWATER – Local gardeners are encouraged to sign up to attend a free class about seed propagation on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 1 p.m., in the Horticulture Education building located at 3300 W. Sixth Ave. at the Botanic Garden at OSU.

Ron Lamb: Commission Candidate Recommendations for Revenue

Longtime resident and retired certifi ed public accountant Ron Lamb has stepped forward as a candidate for office number four of the Cushing Commission. He will be up against two other candidates on the Feb. 11 election ballot. He said he is seeking office because he wants to see Cushing grow.

Area lake report

NORTHEAST Keystone: Jan 20. Elevation is 1 ft. below normal and falling, water temperature 36°F and clear. (USACE Lake Level) Largemouth good on plastic baits around brush structure, main lake, rocks. Crappie good on jigs, minnows, plastic baits around brush structure, main lake, rocks.