Republican gubernatorial candidate Charles A. McCall says his top priorities as governor would be eliminating Oklahoma’s personal income tax, improving education outcomes and reshaping the executive branch to “work for the people.”

Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) recognized students from across its academic colleges during the 2026 Distinguished Student Award Ceremony on Sunday, Feb. 22, at the Fine Arts Center in Weatherford.

Lifelong Shamrock resident and business owner Kenneth Campbell has announced his candidacy for mayor in the upcoming May 2, 2026 municipal election.

An Elk City man has been charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon after allegedly threatening his neighbor and throwing a knife during a disturbance earlier this month.

Students and faculty in the Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) have begun preparations for the department’s annual plant sale, with early planting already underway as spring approaches.

Registration is available for the 38th National Convention of Alpha Mu Gamma, the National Collegiate Languages Honor Society, with the event scheduled for March 5–7 at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU).

The Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) College of Pharmacy hosted its first Winter Research Symposium on Jan. 21 in Weatherford.

SWOSU has named John Elam of Shattuck, Courtney Riley of Piedmont, Madeline Rahon of Placentia (CA), and Lilyan Rangel of Merritt as the Johnny & Judy Beech Scholars for Academic Year 2025-2026.

SWOSU awarded 434 degrees to 401 graduates following the Fall 2025 semester.

Voters in Wheeler County, Texas will head to the polls in May for several school board and municipal races.

The Beckham County Sheriff’s Office continues to invest in training for deputies and investigators, according to Sheriff Derek Manning, who outlined several recent and upcoming programs designed to strengthen skills and protect constitutional rights.

An Elk City man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities say he threatened his brother with a knife and damaged property during a disturbance at a local motel.

Two Clinton men are facing charges following a series of vehicle break-ins reported early February 14 at a Weatherford apartment complex.

Dr. Tugba Sevin, Professor of Italian and Spanish at SWOSU, has been named a finalist for the 2026 Oklahoma Medal for Excellence in the Regional University/Community College Teaching category, one of the most prestigious honors awarded to public educators in Oklahoma.

Elk City firefighters responded Tuesday evening to a reported residential structure fire in the 900 block of South Oliver.

A truck driver was arrested on Interstate 40 in Beckham County after deputies responded to reports of a vehicle traveling just 10 miles per hour in the left lane.

Both eastbound lanes of Interstate 40 at mile marker 8 in Beckham County were closed for more than five hours Monday following a fatal collision, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

A California man is facing a felony drug trafficking charge after authorities say nearly 100 pounds of marijuana were discovered during a traffic stop in Custer County.

Elk City alumni are encouraged to mark their calendars now for a summer tradition that brings generations together.

Sales tax collections distributed on February 9 by the Oklahoma Tax Commission show steady growth across much of western Oklahoma, with Elk City and Weatherford posting notable gains.

Friday, March 13th, is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the April 7th Reydon Board of Education General Election, Roger Mills County Election Board.

A Weatherford man has been charged after police said they found methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop and later discovered suspected meth hidden in his sock at the Weatherford Municipal Jail.

Students from the SWOSU Department of Biological and Biological and Biomedical Sciences spent Feb. 7–8 at Quartz Mountain State Park for a field experience tied to their Biology of Plants and Ecology courses.

Students at Southwestern Oklahoma State University reported strong satisfaction with their overall college experience, according to results from the 2025 Student Satisfaction Inventory.

A Hollis woman has been charged after authorities say she struck and killed a pedestrian on U.S. Highway 62 on Saturday, Feb. 14.

A large law enforcement presence from multiple states gathered at Clinton Lake on Friday as part of a joint effort to search the lake for possible evidence in a murder case.

SWOSU has selected the SWOSU World Languages Scholars for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.

A 54-year-old Hollis woman was killed Saturday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle on U.S. Highway 62, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

The Elk City Police Department has announced its 2nd Annual Citizens Police Academy, set to begin April 2.

Two men were arrested Monday in connection with an identity theft investigation involving an Elk City business.