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Sayre, OK – Beckham County Sheriff Derek Manning says the jail’s body scanner continues to prove its worth after it recently helped deputies intercept a meth pipe before it entered the facility. “Yeah, so I’d read an

Burns Flat, OK – Last week (July 31), Premium Aerospace Center Oklahoma (PAC) secured a 40-year lease with the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority (OSIDA) to expand into a 130,000 sq ft hangar at the Oklahoma Air

Elk City, OK — A man wanted on serious criminal charges in Beckham County has been apprehended in Texas, according to an official statement from the Elk City Police Department. Carlos Alberto Alegria was identified as the

Elk City, OK – The Elk City Police Department is inviting local seniors to a free Financial Security Training event aimed at protecting community members age 55 and up from scams, fraud, and financial threats. Set for

Clinton, OK – A Clinton man is facing serious felony charges after authorities say he distributed fentanyl within 2,000 feet of a school and in the presence of a minor. Andrew Martinez Ramirez, 36, was charged in

Elk City, OK – Renovation work at the Elk City Police Department is steadily moving forward, according to Assistant Police Chief John Cook, who offered an update this week on the major upgrade project. “It’s coming along

While Oklahoma’s overall rig count slipped slightly last week, the Granite Wash Basin in western Oklahoma saw an increase in drilling activity. The region added 2 active rigs, bringing its total to 15—a positive sign for operators

Washita County, OK – A 21-year-old man from Mountain View was killed Monday evening in a single-vehicle crash about four miles north of Mountain View, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The crash happened around 7:49 PM

Sayre, OK — Expanding access to health care for residents in western Oklahoma, Great Plains Regional Medical Center (GPRMC) today opened an urgent care and general medical clinic in Sayre, Okla. Located at 1415 N Watts in

Fort Cobb, OK — The body of a missing Oklahoma City man has been discovered near Fort Cobb Lake, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). Kenneth Tillery, 60, was reported missing

Washita County, OK – A recent multi-agency manhunt ended with one arrest and a drug discovery, thanks in part to quick collaboration and sharp canine instincts, according to Beckham County Sheriff Derek Manning. The incident began with

Southwest Oklahoma is beginning to see signs of drought re-emerging, according to the latest map released Thursday, July 31, 2025, by the U.S. Drought Monitor. The data, valid as of July 29, shows a growing pocket of

Elk City, OK – The Elk City Police Department has issued a public warning regarding a scam text message circulating in the area. The message claims to be from the Oklahoma Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or

Sayre, OK – Northfork Electric Cooperative’s 85th Annual Meeting will be held under the pavilion at Sayre Municipal Park on Saturday, August 16. Registration begins at 9 a.m. All members who register their attendance will receive an

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,