SWOSU student researchers received national recognition at the American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics 2026 annual meeting in Minneapolis.

A two vehicle collision on Interstate 40 east of Foss Friday afternoon resulted in one passenger being injured, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

A 17-year-old Sayre driver was injured Thursday morning in a two vehicle collision at the Interstate 40 eastbound on ramp south of Sayre, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

A two vehicle collision north of Arapaho on Thursday afternoon claimed the lives of two Custer City residents, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

Great Plains Regional Medical Center has been found in full compliance with federal Hospital Price Transparency requirements following a review by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

More than 500 hospitals across the country, including three that serve Western Oklahoma residents, have received warning letters from federal regulators over alleged violations of hospital price transparency rules.

An 18-year-old Sayre man was injured Wednesday morning in a one-vehicle rollover crash in Washita County.

A Clinton, Oklahoma man was sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to a felony drug charge in the 100th Judicial District Court in Childress County, Texas.

It's hard enough to fly a helicopter expertly in ideal circumstances.

A 20-year-old former paraprofessional at Mangum High School was arrested Tuesday on a felony charge of second-degree rape following allegations of inappropriate sexual contact with multiple students.

Nearly two months after Oklahoma Senate candidate Barry Christian was found dead in a remote area near Erick, the investigation remains in the hands of the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation with no public determination released regarding the cause or manner of death.

Steve Price of Marble Falls, Texas, has generously contributed funds to help refresh the Football coach and staff offices at SWOSU in Weatherford.

SWOSU has selected 27 incoming freshmen to receive Baccalaureate Scholarships and Oklahoma Rising Scholar awards for the 2026–27 academic year.

More details have been released in the investigation of an illegal marijuana grow operation shut down earlier this month near Arapaho.

Parents, caregivers, educators, and community members are invited to attend a free educational event focused on helping children thrive in today's digital world.

The Hemmings Great Race presented by Coker Tire is a nine-day classic car rally that spans more than 2,300 miles and features 140 of the world’s finest antique automobiles.

A 40-year-old Weatherford man was seriously injured in a single-vehicle rollover crash early Friday morning approximately eight miles south of Carnegie, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

SWODA Board of Trustees recognized Director of Transportation Julie Sanders on June 9 with a Recognition of Excellence Award for her leadership in advancing transportation planning and mobility solutions across Southwest Oklahoma.

Voters across Western Oklahoma settled a number of local races during Tuesday's Oklahoma Primary Election, while statewide contests for governor, lieutenant governor and a proposed minimum wage increase drew significant attention.

Western Technology Center is currently accepting applications for its Dental Assisting and newly restructured Paramedic programs, offering area residents opportunities to pursue careers in two high-demand healthcare fields.

On Monday, Marijuana Enforcement Teams served a Search Warrant at Yaqin Lin LLC in Arapaho.

Museum Curator Anna Wray recently discovered an extinct animal's tooth sitting in a pile of rocks at Elk City’s Farm and Ranch Museum.

A man experiencing a mental health crisis was safely taken into protective custody Friday after an incident along Highway 6 near the Four Corners area north of Sayre.

Two Elk City residents have been charged in Beckham County District Court following an investigation into an alleged kidnapping and attempted armed robbery at an Elk City apartment building.

Western Oklahoma voters will head to the polls Tuesday for Oklahoma's Primary Election, with county commissioner races across the region joining a high-profile gubernatorial primary and other statewide contests.

The American Legion Post 181 of Elk City is recognizing the students who represented Elk City and Merritt at the 2026 Oklahoma Boys State and Oklahoma Girls State leadership programs, while also expressing appreciation to the local businesses and organizations whose support helped make the opportunity possible.

They say if you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life.

Route 66 enthusiasts, classic car lovers, and festivalgoers will have the opportunity to witness a piece of Elk City history during Route 66 Fest 2026 as the city hosts its first-ever Closed Cruise on Main Street.

A 73-year-old Mangum man was found dead Tuesday evening after failing to return from a day of fishing at Lake Lugert in Quartz Mountain State Park, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

A 21-year-old Sentinel man was injured Tuesday night in a single-vehicle collision west of Sentinel, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.