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Elk City will honor three distinguished community leaders tonight during the Elk City High School basketball doubleheader, with the Leadership Hall of Fame induction ceremony taking place between the girls and boys games.

Rep. Nick Archer has introduced legislation aimed at positioning Oklahoma to compete for a future U.S. national laboratory and other major federal research centers.

An Elk City man is facing felony charges following an alleged pursuit and arrest near Sayre.

The Elk City Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Chamber Banquet Tuesday night, bringing together local leaders, businesses, and community members for an evening focused on leadership, service, and the community’s future.

Elk City Police Chief John Cook says the department is essentially finished with its long awaited police and fire facility project, with one major piece still pending before full occupancy.

Following the retirement of longtime Elk City Police Chief Eddie Holland, the City of Elk City has officially named John Cook as its new Police Chief.

The Oklahoma Transportation Commission met Monday morning, receiving updates on major highway projects and approving several engineering contracts and bridge improvements across the state.

A former Elk City teacher and a long-time Elk City businessman and civic leader recognized new alumni at the recent Southwestern Oklahoma State University fall graduation ceremony in Weatherford.

An Elk City Police investigation into reported theft and fraud at Walmart has led to the arrest of a Clinton woman on multiple felony charges.

Christmas in the Park is winding down, and this Saturday night, December 20, is your last chance to enjoy all the weekend activities in Elk City’s Ackley Park.

City officials, state leaders, and community members gathered at the Elk City Municipal Airport today to celebrate the ribbon cutting of a new aircraft hangar and terminal building, marking a major milestone in the city’s long term aviation and economic development efforts.

A man living in Elk City is facing a felony drug trafficking charge after a controlled purchase at his home led to the discovery of pills containing a fentanyl precursor and methamphetamine, according to a probable cause affidavit filed in Beckham County District Court.

Elk City Police arrested a man following an online predator investigation that began December 6 at a convenience store on the east side of the city.

Elk City has three new temporary 4-way stops.

Three women are facing charges after Elk City police say they worked together to steal hundreds of dollars in merchandise from Walmart.

Elk City residents are in for a holiday treat as the Oklahoma City Philharmonic returns with its spectacular seasonal concert, “Merry & Bright, Songs of Christmas,” on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025.

Elk City families needing a little extra help this holiday season can begin signing up for the annual Mayor’s Toy Drive starting November 24.

A man wanted out of Elk City was arrested Wednesday in Shamrock, Texas after deputies found him hiding underneath a house and used a K-9 to take him into custody, according to law enforcement.

Elk City Meals on Wheels has been serving local seniors for 56 years.

The Elk City Chamber's Cupp runneth over with award-winning experience.

Just days after announcing the Lincoln Teen Center would close its doors permanently, longtime director Chuck Hargrove says there’s renewed hope for reopening.

Firefighters from Canute and Elk City worked together Friday morning to extinguish a motorhome fire along the eastbound on-ramp at the 47-mile marker in Canute.

Elk City police executed a search warrant Thursday, Oct. 30, at a residence inside the city limits and arrested two people in an investigation into unlicensed tattooing that allegedly involved minors, the department said.

Elk City Elementary and Intermediate Schools are inviting families to join a simple habit with a big payoff.

Elk City Area United Fund has raised local dollars for local needs for nearly 80 years.

Two statewide measures with local fingerprints take effect Saturday, with Rep. Nick Archer of Elk City and Rep. Anthony Moore of Clinton helping carry the bills in the House.

Elk City's non-profit hangout for teenagers will permanently close its doors Friday.

An Elk City man faces four charges after deputies reviewed home-security video that allegedly showed him chambering a handgun and firing twice near a pickup as it left his driveway, according to a probable cause affidavit filed Oct. 16 in Beckham County.

A Beckham County Sheriff’s Office detective recovered stolen property tied to an older theft and burglary from the Sayre area, after tracking leads to a home in Elk City.

27-year-old Elk City man was injured Saturday afternoon in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 eastbound at mile marker 38 in Beckham County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.