Three Defendants Sentenced Following Plea Hearings in Childress County District Court
Childress County, TX – On Thursday, December 11, 26 pleas were entered in the 100th Judicial District Court in Childress County. The cases were prosecuted by District Attorney Luke Inman and Assistant District Attorney Harley […]
Moore Says Budget Hearings Will Shape Final Weeks of January at the Capitol
Oklahoma City, OK — Oklahoma House Speaker Pro-Tem Anthony Moore says the next three weeks at the State Capitol will be critical in shaping budget decisions and policy priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Moore, […]
John Cook Sworn In as New Elk City Police Chief
Elk City, OK – Following the retirement of longtime Elk City Police Chief Eddie Holland, the City of Elk City has officially named John Cook as its new Police Chief. Cook was sworn in on […]
Beckham County Sees Calm Holiday Season, Fewer Serious Incidents Reported
Beckham County, OK – Beckham County law enforcement saw a relatively calm holiday season this year, with fewer serious incidents than in years past, according to Beckham County Sheriff Derek Manning. Manning said the county […]
Reckless Driver Arrested After Interstate Pursuit in Beckham County
Beckham County, OK – A reckless driving incident on Interstate 40 ended with an arrest after a brief pursuit and canine deployment Tuesday in Beckham County, according to Beckham County Sheriff Derek Manning. The incident […]
City of Erick Awarded Nearly $40,000 to Boost Wildfire Response
Washington D.C. – The City of Erick is receiving new federal funding to strengthen its local wildfire response capabilities. The U.S. Department of the Interior announced more than $5 million in nationwide funding through its […]
Voter Registration Deadline Approaches
Cheyenne, OK – Friday, January 16th, is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the February 10th Merritt School District Special Election, Roger Mills County Election […]
PSO Requests Rate Hike That Could Raise Electric Bills 15%
Tulsa, OK – Public Service Company of Oklahoma has gone public with a new rate hike request filed with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission that could increase customer electric bills by about 15% if approved. The […]
ODOT Updates Clinton I-40 Interchange Project, Approves Engineering Contracts and Bridge Improvements
Oklahoma City, OK – The Oklahoma Transportation Commission met Monday morning, receiving updates on major highway projects and approving several engineering contracts and bridge improvements across the state. Oklahoma Transportation Commission members heard from Oklahoma […]
Forecasters Warn Western Oklahoma Could Face Early, Widespread Wildfire Threat in 2026
Western Oklahoma – Western Oklahoma could be facing another dangerous wildfire season as early as January, with forecasters warning conditions may be worse and more widespread than last year. Predictors with the National Interagency Fire […]
Man accused of orchestrating forged check scheme from Beckham County Jail
Sayre, OK – A Sayre man is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he organized a forged check scheme from inside the Beckham County Jail, allegedly directing others to obtain and use stolen checks […]
Ball and Weatherly Pin SWOSU Graduates
Weatherford, OK – A former Elk City teacher and a long-time Elk City businessman and civic leader recognized new alumni at the recent Southwestern Oklahoma State University fall graduation ceremony in Weatherford. Sue Ball, Basil […]
Kiowa Road Wildfire Burns More Than 300 Acres, No Structures Lost
Roger Mills County, OK – A wildfire burning near Kiowa Road in Roger Mills County scorched more than 300 acres of pasture land Tuesday afternoon before crews were able to bring it largely under control. […]
2025 Marked by Tragedy, Change, and Community Milestones Across Western Oklahoma
Western Oklahoma – From winter through late fall, 2025 delivered major headlines across western Oklahoma, including fatal crashes, a high-profile murder trial, a large-scale hazmat emergency, and significant changes at Southwestern Oklahoma State University, alongside […]
North Carolina woman charged after drug stop on I-40 near Clinton
Custer County, OK – A North Carolina woman is facing felony and misdemeanor drug charges following a traffic stop on Interstate 40 in Custer County. According to a probable cause affidavit filed in Custer County […]
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Skinny on Sports Report – Tue Mar 11th
Click above to hear today’s Skinny on Sports Report STATE TOURNAMENT MVPS & ALL TOURNAMENT TEAMS ANNOUNCED The Oklahoman announced their MVPs and All Tournament teams for the small school state tournaments. The 2A boys MVP was […]
Skinny on Sports Report – Mon Mar 10th
Your browser does not support the audio element.Click above to hear today’s Skinny on Sports ReportSMALL SCHOOL STATE TOURNAMENTS FINISH For the 60th and final time Jim Norick Arena, or the Big House as it’s affectionately […]
Skinny on Sports Report – Wed Mar 5th
Your browser does not support the audio element.Click above to hear today’s Skinny on Sports ReportSTATE TOURNAMENT ROLLS ON Class B Boys took the stage at the Big House this morning for their quarterfinals. #1 Calumet […]
Skinny on Sports Report – Wed Mar 4th
Your browser does not support the audio element.Click above to hear today’s Skinny on Sports ReportSTATE TOURNAMENT UNDERWAY The small schools state tournament started this morning with Class a on Center stage inside the Big House. […]




