January brings tornadoes, snow and arctic cold

Monthly mesonet SurveyJanuary 2026 delivered a little bit of everything Oklahoma weather is known for — a rare January tornado outbreak, a major winter storm accompanied by arctic cold, and continued drought across much of the state.

Attorney General's Office to monitor natural gas supply, marketing activity amid extreme cold

OKLAHOMA CITY – As dangerously cold winter weather moves into Oklahoma, Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced today that his office will closely monitor natural gas supply and marketing activity to help ensure consumers are protected from potential price manipulation or unfair practices.

Emergency water line repair prompts temporary brick removal on Wood Street

DRUMRIGHT — Drumright utility crews completed an emergency water line repair on Wood Street last Thursday despite freezing temperatures, according to City Manager Shawn Gibson.“The water line repair was completed in approximately four hours despite 30 degrees temperatures,” said Gibson.

City of Drumright Employee of the Month January 2026

The City of Drumright proudly announced Tera Boswell as the January 2026 Employee of the Month.City Manager Shawn Gibson said Boswell as a dedicated member of the Sewer and Water Department who has faithfully served the city since 2000.

Drumright outlines storm response

DRUMRIGHT — City officials in Drumright emphasized coordination with utility providers, emergency readiness, and prioritizing essential roadways as winter weather impacted the area last week.

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Senator Sacchieri Files Legislation to Address Unknown Impacts of Data Centers on Oklahoma Communities

OKLAHOMA CITY — Senator Kendal Sacchieri (R-Blanchard) has introduced Senate Bill 1488, legislation that would establish a moratorium on the construction of new data centers in Oklahoma until November 1, 2029 and direct the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to study the long-term effects these large...