Hobart Daycare Employees Charged with Child Neglect

Candidate filing closed Wednesday afternoon, finalizing the slate for several local races across western Oklahoma. In Clinton, the Ward 3 City Council race will feature three contenders: Talitha Adler, who filed just before the deadline, joins Erin

Durham, OK — The Roger Mills County Sheriff’s Office has canceled the Silver Alert for 89-year-old Donnie York after he was found alive Thursday morning. According to Sheriff Darren Atha, at approximately 8:41 AM, a private volunteer

Elk City, OK – Elk City residents are invited to a community Block Party on Friday, August 1, from 5 to 9 p.m. in Downtown Elk City. The main event will take place from 6 to 8

Oklahoma’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is just around the corner, giving shoppers a break on sales tax for clothing and footwear under $100 per item. From Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3, qualifying purchases made in-store,

Elk City, OK – Families across Beckham County are invited to the Beckham County Resource Fair this Friday, August 1, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Elk City Convention Center (1016 E. Airport Industrial Rd.).

Elk City, OK — Officers from multiple local law enforcement agencies gathered at the Elk City Police Gun Range on July 24 for a specialized Vehicle Ambush training course hosted by the Elk City Police Department. Led

Oklahoma City, OK – Two western Oklahoma state representatives are stepping into the spotlight this interim season with ambitious studies aimed at improving lives and shaping the state’s future. Rep. Nick Archer of Elk City and Rep.

Weatherford, OK – Enrollment is now open for the Fall 2025 term of the Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) Music Academy, a growing program that connects young musicians with quality instruction and performance opportunities. Classes begin September

Weatherford, OK – The Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) Athletic Association is pleased to announce that longtime SWOSU benefactor ASAP Energy, Inc. is serving as Underwriting Sponsor of the 19th Annual SWOSU Athletic Auction. ASAP Energy, Inc.

Weatherford, OK – A continued partnership between Southwestern Oklahoma State University and the Consulate of Mexico in Oklahoma City is providing $8,000 in scholarship support for SWOSU students of Mexican origin. The funding comes through the Mexican

Custer County, OK – A Texas man is facing felony charges in Oklahoma after allegedly driving under the influence with a minor in the vehicle. According to a probable cause affidavit, 43-year-old Rodrigo Benjamin Arras of Socorro,

Elk City, OK — The streets of downtown Elk City will come alive with celebration on Thursday, August 1, 2025, as the city hosts its annual Block Party from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. The free event, presented

Woodward, OK — A disturbing series of events has led to the arrest of three individuals in Woodward County following a child sexual abuse investigation and a retaliatory shooting, according to a press release from the Oklahoma

Sayre, OK – Those interested in running for a seat on the Erick School Board of Education must file their Declaration of Candidacy with the Beckham County Election Board from Monday, July 29 through Wednesday, July 31,

Oklahoma City, OK – Oklahoma State Representative Nick Archer of District 55 and from Elk City has been recognized by the Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce with a “Legislature of the Year” award. The accolade reflects his

Canute, OK — Canute Public Schools has announced a new bond proposal for 2025 that would fund key improvements across the district—without any projected increase in taxes for residents. The plan includes two propositions aimed at enhancing

Oklahoma City, OK – Sales tax revenue figures for May 2025 show mixed results across Western Oklahoma, with some towns seeing gains while others experienced slight drops compared to the same time last year. Elk City posted

Elk City, OK – Are you passionate about animals and good at working with people? Elk City is currently hiring a Full-Time Animal Control Officer—a role perfect for someone who wants to serve the community while helping

Elk City, OK – Two of Elk City’s newest police officers are now officially certified to serve, following their recent graduation from the Oklahoma CLEET Academy. Patrol Officer Kobe Foley and Patrol Officer Teagon Moler completed CLEET

Tulsa, OK – Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO), a unit of American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP), is pleased to announce the promotion of Jeremy Ambrose to the role of Economic Development Director. With more than 15

Childress, TX — Two Wellington, Texas men were sentenced on felony charges in the 100th Judicial District Court on Monday, July 14, during a busy day of court that saw 11 total pleas. Luke Inman, District Attorney

Beckham County, OK — Beckham County Sheriff Derek Manning says illegal marijuana grows in Oklahoma are on the decline, thanks in large part to increased administrative enforcement. But he warns that a new issue is taking root:

Oklahoma City, OK – The Clinton Regional Airport is set to receive a major upgrade after the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) approved a $1.9 million construction project as part of its Fiscal Year 2026