Guthrie Police Blotter Feb 24 – Mar 2, 2025

02/24/25 08:29 AM - Assault: 100 block Viking Dr, Caller reported a female juvenile hit his 10-year-old son prior to getting on the bus that morning.02/24/25 11:17 AM Larceny: 100 block Silent Way, Caller advises a subject stole her phone and dog and would not return them.02/24/25 12:09 PM...

Guthrie Rotary Club Student of the Week

The Guthrie Rotary Club Student of the Week is Kaedin Herendeen. He is the grandson of Doris Herendeen. Kaedin is a Bluejay wrestler. He just became the first Guthrie Bluejay first 3-time State Champion! After graduation, Kaedin plans to continue wrestling at UCO, studying business or engineering.

Langston University Named 2025 Carnegie Research College and University

Langston University has been designated a Research College and University by the Carnegie Classification of Higher Education Institutions, one of only 216 institutions nationwide to hold this classification.“This recognition highlights the hard work and dedication of our researchers, faculty and...

Free Summer Remedial Program, New Contracts Top Guthrie Education Meeting

A remedial summer school program for young students and a pair of contracts for the 2025-2026 school year were granted approval by the Guthrie Board of Education on Monday.The remedial program, for students in kindergarten through 6th grade, is funded through Title I funds and RSA (Reading...

Recent House Bills Deadline

March 6 was the deadline for House bills to pass out of oversight committee in order to remain active this legislative session.Several of my bills advanced to general order, meaning they’re now eligible to be heard on the House floor.House Bill 1566, would establish the Oklahoma Elder Exploitation...

OKC Zoo Welcomes Eastern Collared Lizards to Animal Family

The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden is thrilled to welcome 12 new Eastern collared lizards to its Oklahoma Trails habitat, further highlighting the state’s rich wildlife.

Shots Fired at Billy Sims BBQ in Guthrie

A large police presence at Billy Sims BBQ in Guthrie have amassed this afternoon.  Guthrie police chief confirmed to KOCO 5 reporting a shooting happened in the parking lot outside the restaurant. This is a developing story and we will update as more information becomes available.  

City Council approves purchase of fire department ambulance

Guthrie's Fire and EMS Department will be getting a new ambulance this spring after City Council on Tuesday approved the purchase of a vehicle that was desperately needed, Fire Chief Dane Lausen said.Negotiations between city officials and the ambulance supplier, Pinnacle, knocked off $11,000,...