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An Elk City man was charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance and possession of marijuana in the Beckham County District Court on October 7th.

Bestselling author James Patterson will appear at Southwestern Oklahoma State University’s Fine Arts Center in Weatherford on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation has provided updates for motorists near the bridge construction at Interstate 40 and U.S. Highway 183 in Clinton.

A Mangum man has lost his life after being involved in a single-vehicle accident near Blair.

Early voting begins Wednesday, October 30th, for voters in Oklahoma. Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day have the option of voting early at their County Election Board.

Small nonfarm businesses in five Oklahoma counties and neighboring counties in Texas are now eligible to apply for low interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Two Burns Flat organizations are using a Soviet jet to encourage western Oklahoma kids to look to the skies for their future.

The Oklahoma Broadband Governing Board has approved over $158 million in grants to bring reliable, affordable high-speed internet to around 28,000 homes and businesses

The Beckham County Health Department will be holding a Flu Drive on Monday, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Beckham County Activity Center in Sayre, Oklahoma. This drive-thru event provides an easy

The Rural Health Association of Oklahoma recognized Dr. Randy Curry’s work in rural health last week.

Western Oklahoma cities have reported their sales tax intake for August 2024, showcasing a mix of growth and decline compared to 2023.

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved approximately $9 billion in highway construction and safety projects in the latest edition of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) Eight-Year Construction Work Plan.

It’s Fire Prevention Week across the nation, and local fire departments, including the Elk City Fire Department, have been spreading fire awareness at local elementary schools and daycares.

A tragic accident occurred on Monday, at approximately 10:30 AM, resulting in the death of an 84-year-old Seiling man. The incident took place near the intersection of South County Road 223 and East County

The Cordell Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of its 37th Annual Pumpkin Festival, set for Saturday, October 12, 2024. This family-friendly event will take place from 9:00

SWOSU Press Release Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has appointed C.J. Smith as the new Director of Sponsored Programs.

A tragic fatality collision occurred on October 5, 2024, around 12:30 p.m. at the intersection of OK-47 and N 1710 Road, approximately one mile west of Reydon in Roger Mills County.

Small nonfarm businesses in Wheeler and Collingsworth counties in Texas, along with Roger Mills and Ellis counties in Oklahoma, are now eligible to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans

SWOSU Press Release Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has reported a significant increase in enrollment for the fall 2024 semester, marking a 7.6% rise compared to the previous year.

A woman was arrested near Delhi in Beckham County after allegedly breaking into a barn and barricading herself inside.

The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by your County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, October 21.

It appears that a vetoed bill, which, if passed, would have enabled more regulation and understanding of how commercial irrigators use Oklahoma’s underground water stores, isn’t completely dead yet.

The Western Oklahoma Historical Society is gearing up to host the 51st Annual Route 66 Flea Market at Ackley Park in Elk City on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

In a recent show of support for local law enforcement, Lipscomb Chevrolet GMC, through the General Motors First Responder program, donated $2,500 to the Elk City Police Department.

As the 2024 election approaches, it’s essential for voters to stay informed about important deadlines to ensure their votes are counted.

A happy ending to an alleged case of animal cruelty out of Beckham County from last month.

Students from Burns Flat-Dill City High School were among over 350 Oklahoma high schoolers who gathered in Ada on Monday to participate in Southern Oklahoma Student Aero Day 2024. The event

SWOSU and GPRMC are pleased to announce an exciting new partnership to advance healthcare education in Western Oklahoma. This partnership, signed on September 16th,

Voters in Roger Mills County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the November 5th General Election should apply now, County Election Board Secretary Jana Maddux said today.

Local authorities are warning the public of a new scam that has been circulating around in the area.