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Guthrie community members and officials marked the completion of a new booster pump station at a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 23.

Guthrie community members and officials marked the completion of a new booster pump station at a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 23.

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West-side pump station upgrade boosts water reliability in Guthrie

Nikki Bos,
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The city of Guthrie and the Guthrie Chamber of Commerce marked the completion of a rehabilitation project with a tour and ribbon cutting at the west-side booster pump station. The station aims to improve water pressure and reliability for residents, businesses and schools.
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Overtime win powers Langston to NAIA title game

Tim Willert,
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Langston University’s men’s basketball team returned to the NAIA National Championship Game for the second time in three years and had to win two games — including one that went to overtime — to get there.Langston, the No. 4 seed, played No.
Attendees sign a structural beam during the beam signing ceremony at Coyle Public Schools, leaving their mark on the district’s new Agricultural Education and STEM facility. Photo courtesy Renaissance Architecture.

Attendees sign a structural beam during the beam signing ceremony at Coyle Public Schools, leaving their mark on the district’s new Agricultural Education and STEM facility. Photo courtesy Renaissance Architecture.

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Coyle Public Schools Marks Milestone with Beam Signing Ceremony

Nikki Bos,
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Coyle Public Schools hosted a beam signing ceremony March 10, to celebrate progress on its new Agricultural Education and STEM facility.
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Foster Care Reforms

Senator Chuck Hall, R-perry
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
The Senate is advancing a comprehensive package of foster care reforms this legislative session. These bills would provide more support for children in foster care and help recruit additional foster parents who can provide loving homes while the state works to reunite Oklahoma families.
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Candidate Filing Begins April 1

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. Wednesday,April 1, when the candidate filing period opens, the Secretary of the Logan County Election Board said today. Candidates for state offices file with the Secretary of the State Election Board.
Chuckwagon Feed 2025. Guthrie News Leader file photo

Chuckwagon Feed 2025. Guthrie News Leader file photo

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Chuckwagon Feed and Auction Promises a Rootin’ Tootin’ Good Time

Shelley Malicote Stutchman,
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
What began with a gunshot at high noon in 1889 has grown into one of Guthrie’s most beloved traditions. The annual 89er Days Celebration is just around the corner, and the festivities will kick off with the ever-popular Chuckwagon Feed and Auction. The event is on April 14 at 5 p.m.
A Langston player drives past an Eastern Oregon defender during the basketball game on March 14. Photo courtesy Langston University Facebook page

A Langston player drives past an Eastern Oregon defender during the basketball game on March 14. Photo courtesy Langston University Facebook page

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Lions soar in NAIA playoffs

Tim Willert,
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
The Langston University men’s basketball team benefited from some home cooking over the weekend to win two games and reach the NAIA Round of 16 for the fourth consecutive year under Coach Chris Wright.
Cast of the Spotlight visit with motorcycle owner in downtown Guthrie.

Cast of the Spotlight visit with motorcycle owner in downtown Guthrie.

New lifestyle show brings ‘a pocket of sunshine’ to Oklahoma, and Guthrie

Nikki Bos,
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
A new Oklahoma lifestyle show focused on celebrating communities and everyday stories will debut later this month.“The Spotlight” premieres on KFOR on March 30 at 11:30 a.m. The half hour program will air weekdays and focus on positive, community driven storytelling from across the state.
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