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State audit finds no issues in Creek County Treasurer review

Allie Prater
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
SAPULPA — A recent statutory review of the Creek County Treasurer’s Office found no exceptions, according to a report released by the Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector.The report, dated March 2026, reviewed financial procedures and records for the county treasurer as of Dec. 31, 2025.
a lake.

a lake.

Black carp discovery raises concerns for Oklahoma waters

Allie Prater
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
OKLAHOMA — A fish rarely seen in Oklahoma has made its first confirmed appearance in the state, and wildlife officials say it’s one anglers should know how to recognize.The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation recently confirmed the presence of a black carp, an invasive species, in a...
Party switching deadline approaching

Party switching deadline approaching

Party switching deadline approaching

Keaton Ross
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Oklahoma Watch Oklahoma City — Oklahoma’s biennial moratorium on switching political party affiliation is fast approaching.Tuesday, March 31 is the deadline to request a party change ahead of the June primary and August runoff elections.
Pawnee County Arrest

Pawnee County Arrest

Pawnee County Arrests

News Staff
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
The following were booked into Pawnee County Jail from March 9 to March 22. All Subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.DANA KEITH EPPLER, 34, Unknown — DUI.Transporting open container. Assault on a police officer.

G.O. Bonds meeting Thursday

J. D. Meisner
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
MANNFORD — The City of Mannford will take its next step toward a potential general obligation bond this week, with a public forum scheduled for Thursday evening at City Hall.The meeting, set for 6 p.m. inside Joyce Martin Hall, is being framed as an informational and feedback session as city...

Sample ballots available; early voting set for April 7 election

Allie Prater
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
SAPULPA — Sample ballots are now available for Creek County voters ahead of the April 7 election, according to the Creek County Election Board.The election includes several races and propositions across the county, including Central Technology Center, multiple school board seats and Sapulpa city...

Drumright BOE candidate Q&A

News Staff
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
DRUMRIGHT — As the April 7 election draws closer, local voters are preparing to decide who will represent their community in the coming years.

Olive BOE candidate Q&A

News Staff
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
OLIVE — As the April 7 election draws closer, local voters are preparing to decide who will represent their community in the coming years. To help the Olive community become more informed about the candidates seeking an office we asked each candidate the same set of questions about their intentions.
Mannford’s Luke Barnes lays down a text-book bunt against Sperry. See story inside. Photo by John Burns

Mannford’s Luke Barnes lays down a text-book bunt against Sperry. See story inside. Photo by John Burns

Mannford’s Luke Barnes

News Staff
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Mannford’s Luke Barnes lays down a text-book bunt against Sperry.
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