ODOT opens public voting for snowplow naming contest

After receiving hundreds of clever and creative snowplow name submissions from K–12 students across the state, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation is turning the final decision over to the public.

Pirate King and Queen

King Kendal Howard crowns Queen Alivia Helt during the 2025 Mannford Pirate Football Homecoming coronation ceremony Friday, Sept. 26.

Former Mannford SRO pleads guilty

SAPULPA — A former Mannford school resource officer pled guilty to several different counts including sodomy, indecent exposure, furnishing alcohol, and rape on Sept. 25 — over a year after the initial case was filed.

Drumright Set to Celebrate Annual Oilpatch Jamboree and More

DRUMRIGHT — Drumright is gearing up to celebrate with activities and events centered around the annual Oilpatch Jamboree. From the Miss Oil Patch Pageant on Oct. 2, 7 p.m. at Tidewater Winery to the Boomtown Theater’s last performance on Oct. 4, starting at 6 p.m.

Bulletin Board

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Intoxicated Cleveland man falls through attic into Stillwater home

STILLWATER — A 38-year-old Cleveland man has been accused of breaking into a Stillwater residence in the 1000 block of S.

Commission Approves major Capital Improvement Plan updates

DRUMRIGHT — The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the City of Drumright was approved alongside a series of significant updates to the plan during the most recent meeting of the city commissioners. The plan outlines future plans for infrastructure development and long-term strategic investments.

Creek County commissioners approve rezoning requests, grant extensions and join opioid settlements

SAPULPA, Okla. — The Creek County Board of County Commissioners on Monday approved multiple rezonings, extended two road grants, and authorized participation in two national opioid settlements during their regular meeting Monday.

Fugitive from Duncan added to Drummond’s 10 Most Wanted list

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond has added to his 10 Most Wanted list a 20-year-old man wanted for charges that include rape, domestic assault and battery by strangulation and robbery.

Sand Springs Arrests

The following were arrested by Sand Springs PD from September 8 to September 18. All subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.