Burglary at Elk City store results in theft of 12 firearms
Elk City, OK — The Elk City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect following a burglary that resulted in the theft of multiple firearms. The burglary occurred in the […]
Driver injured in early morning crash on I-40 in Beckham County
Elk City, OK — A 67-year-old Utah man was injured early Monday morning following a single-vehicle crash involving a commercial motor vehicle on Interstate 40 in Beckham County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The […]
Clinton Schools Placed on Lockdown Following Fatal Incident at Football Field; No Students Harmed
Clinton, OK — A man died Friday in a self-inflicted shooting at the Clinton High School football field, authorities said. The Clinton Police Department confirmed the incident occurred around noon at the Tornado Bowl. Officials […]
Election Board To Conduct Precinct Official Training
Sayre, OK – The Beckham County Election Board will conduct a training program on May 7th and May 19th, 2026 for Precinct Election Officials. The session will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Beckham County […]
Archer Amendment Targets Data Center Water Use as Groundwater Bill Advances
Oklahoma City, OK — A bill originally focused on groundwater permitting took a new turn recently as state lawmakers added provisions aimed at regulating water use by data centers, with a Western Oklahoma legislator leading […]
Beckham County Dispatchers Recognized During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Sayre, OK — As part of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, local officials are taking time to recognize the critical role dispatchers play in keeping both law enforcement and the public safe. Beckham County Sheriff […]
Elk City to Celebrate Grand Opening of Revitalized Main Street Saturday
Elk City, OK — Elk City will celebrate the completion of its Main Street project with a grand opening event on Saturday, April 18, bringing the community back to the heart of downtown. The event […]
Elk City Teen Injured In Washita County Rollover
Washita County, OK — An 18-year-old Elk City driver was injured in a rollover crash early Saturday morning in Washita County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The collision occurred at 5:13 a.m. on State […]
Two Sentenced in Collingsworth County District Court Cases
Collingsworth County, TX – Two defendants were sentenced in separate cases in Collingsworth County following pleas entered in January and February 2026 in the 100th Judicial District Court. District Attorney Luke Inman and Assistant District […]
SWOSU Names Dr. Ken Rose Memorial Scholars
Weatherford, OK – Five students at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) have been named Dr. Ken Rose Memorial Scholars for the academic year 2025-2026. The 2025-2026 Dr. Ken Rose Memorial Scholars are: – Janae Barker […]
School Board Elections Decided Across Western Oklahoma
Western Oklahoma – Voters across several Western Oklahoma school districts went to the polls Tuesday, deciding multiple school board races with all precincts reporting. In Burns Flat-Dill City Schools, Charles Roles was elected to Office […]
SWOSU Names Dr. Jerry G. Nye Memorial Scholars
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has selected the Dr. Jerry G. Nye Memorial Scholarship recipients for the 2025- 2026 academic year. Makinly Raulston is a senior from Elk City, Oklahoma. Grayson Williams […]
SWOSU to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of Al Harris Library Day
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) will celebrate the 25th anniversary of Al Harris Library Day with a special event on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Al Harris Library. Members […]
Water Permitting Bill Advances to House Committee
Oklahoma City, OK — A measure aimed at strengthening oversight of groundwater use in Oklahoma is moving forward in the legislative process and is set to be heard by a House committee this week. Senate […]
Explosion at Gas Well in Northern Custer County Leaves One Injured
Custer County, OK — Authorities are investigating an explosion at a gas well in northern Custer County that left one person injured Monday morning. According to the Custer County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to reports […]
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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. […]
