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Instances of driving under the influence of a substance seem to increase during the holiday season. According to recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 29.8 percent of all fatal car accidents between 2018 and 2022 involved a drunk driver.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Guthrie Jonquil Garden Club is pleased to announce Yard of the Week honoring Rick & Kelli Pritchett, 12489 Blue Meadow. Pictured L to R: Kelli & Dana Bertrand (garden club member). Submitted photo
Jonquil Garden Club Yard of the Week
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Calm Waters
Dr. Mike Simpson
I know this column is long overdue. I’ve started to write an update many times since we started the school year.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Team Jaxon is ready for the Hydrocephalus Association’s Walk to End Hydrocephalus at Camp Twin Cedars in Guthrie.
Walk to End Hydrocephalus Unites Community in Guthrie
Story By Nikki Bos
On Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, the grounds of Twin Cedars in Guthrie became a vibrant gathering spot as participants came together for the Hydrocephalus Association’s Walk to End Hydrocephalus for the Greater Oklahoma City area.The walk is part of a nationwide fundraising and awareness effort by the...
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Guthrie FFA shines at Kingfisher regional leadership contests
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The Guthrie FFA Chapter earned top honors at the recent Kingfisher Regional Leadership Contests, showcasing strong performances across multiple events.Guthrie’s Opening Ceremony Team No. 1 captured first place and will advance to the state contest, representing the chapter among the best in...
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley perform at the 28th annual Oklahoma International Bluegrass Festival in Guthrie. Photo by Brent Fuchs.
Oklahoma International Bluegrass Festival always a hit in Guthrie
Story By Nikki Bos
It’s been 28 years of good-time pickin’ and grinnin’ at the Oklahoma International Bluegrass Festival, and this year was no exception.Founded by Guthrie resident Byron Berline and former Oklahoma state Rep. Joe Hutchison, the festival was created to support music education and fund scholarships for...
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Self-advocacy key to survival
Story By Shelley Malicote Stutchman
Surviving cancer and crossing that finish line to remission requires patients to discover their inner advocate — the very voice that fear often silences.Morgan sat in her oncologist’s office.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
County Approves 2025 Employee Longevity Pay
Van Mitchell
The Logan County Board of Commissioners recently approved a resolution establishing the 2025 Longevity Pay Program for county employees and declared Nov. 10 as County Employee Appreciation Day.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Due to Federal Government Shutdown, SNAP Benefits Suspended Beginning November 1, 2025
News Staff
OKLAHOMA CITY (Oct. 21, 2025) -- Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) has been notified by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be suspended beginning November 1, 2025.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Guthrie Band Director- Rob Blackburn, with band student Tucker Tennill & Bike Night organizer, Ryan Tennill. Photo courtesy of Amber Moore
Bike Night at the Rock Pays Off
Story By Bobbi Waddell
Thanks to the community and sponsor support of Bike Night at the Rock, a motorcycle enthusiast event held once a month this past May through September, Bike Night organizer Ryan Tennill was able to present the Guthrie Band Boosters with a $3,000 donation on Tuesday, October 7th.Guthrie Band...
Wednesday, October 15, 2025