July Heat Punishes Oklahoma

The seemingly impenetrable heat wave and dry spell that had punished Oklahoma since early June continued through nearly all of July, giving Oklahoma the type of scorching hot weather unseen in the state since the brutal summers of 2011 and 2012.

Yard of the Week

The Jonquil Garden Club has selected Katelyn Hinkle and Rickie Payne’s home at 803 E. Warner for Yard of the Week. Pictured is Kala Plagg, Club Member, Katelyn and Richie.

Oklahoma African American Educators Hall Of Fame Inducts Simpson

The Oklahoma African American Educators Hall of Fame, Inc. (OAAE) announces posthumous induction of career Langston University educator, Dr. Wessylyne Alford Simpson, as a member of the 2022 class of OAAE Hall of Fame Inductees.

Last Day To Request Absentee Ballots For August 23 Election

The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, August 08. In Oklahoma, no excuse is needed to vote by absentee ballot, and it’s easy to apply.

Crescent School’s New Principal

Crescent Public Schools, like other Logan County school districts, faced a shortage of teachers over the summer in preparing for the fall semester. However, they are excited to announce the hiring of Jennifer McElfresh as their new middle and high school principal.

In Memory of Lieutenant Mark Bruning

Funeral services for Mark Bruning were held today at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Community Church (512 Seward Road, Guthrie, OK 73044) with Pastor Bill Williams and Chaplin Gene Owen officiating. Visitation was held on Tuesday, August 2nd from 12:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M.

Press Release: Passing of Guthrie Police Lieutenant Mark Bruning

It is with the deepest sadness the Guthrie Police Department announces Lieutenant Mark Bruning passed away at his residence on Thursday evening July 28th, 2022. Lieutenant Bruning was a 27-year veteran of the Guthrie Police Department and left an indelible fingerprint on our hearts.