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Piper Gann the 2026 89ers Day Queen Photo by Brent Fuchs

Piper Gann the 2026 89ers Day Queen Photo by Brent Fuchs

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Queen Piper Gann Focused on Service

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
For Gann, a junior at Guthrie High School, being named queen carries both responsibility and opportunity.“To me, being the Eighty-Niner Day Queen is stepping into leadership with purpose, grace and impact,” Gann said. “Even a limited amount of time can create lasting change.
Maggie Ferguson the 2026 89ers Day Princess Photo by Brent Fuchs

Maggie Ferguson the 2026 89ers Day Princess Photo by Brent Fuchs

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Princess Maggie Ferguson Proud of Heritage

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Maggie Ferguson, 12, was named 2026 89ers Princess. A sixth-grade homeschool student, Ferguson said her connection to the celebration is personal.“I was born and raised in Guthrie,” Ferguson said. “I have family members who participated in the 1889 Land Run.
Aerial view of construction at a new taxiway intersection at the Guthrie-Edmond Regional Airport.

Aerial view of construction at a new taxiway intersection at the Guthrie-Edmond Regional Airport.

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Airport runway reopens early after $5.8M project

News Leader Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Runway 16/34 at the Guthrie-Edmond Regional Airport has reopened a week ahead of schedule following major taxiway improvements, restoring full operations.The runway reopened after completion of the most disruptive phase of a $5.8 million taxiway realignment project.

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Sheriff ’s D.C. Visit, Road Funding Headline County Meeting

Van Mitchell,
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Last week, the Logan County Board of Commissioners recognized Sheriff Damon Devereaux who recently attended President Donald Trump’s State of the Union speech in Washington D.C.Devereaux attended the State of Education alongside U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice, R-Oklahoma.
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Guthrie’s Morgan makes big impact on wrestling mat

Tim Willert,
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Sir William Morgan has come a long way since he was an eighth grader in Jeromy Davenport’s writing class at Guthrie Junior High.“He was just a little athlete when I first met him,” Davenport recalled Saturday inside the OG&E Coliseum at the Oklahoma City Fairgrounds. “Short, had a good frame on him.
Members of the Crescent High School Speech Squad pose for a photo after competing at the Cherokee Speech Tournament on Feb. 21 in Cherokee, where the team earned multiple individual wins, qualified additional students for regionals and captured the Class 3A team title.

Members of the Crescent High School Speech Squad pose for a photo after competing at the Cherokee Speech Tournament on Feb. 21 in Cherokee, where the team earned multiple individual wins, qualified additional students for regionals and captured the Class 3A team title.

Crescent Speakers Shine at Cherokee, Bring Home Multiple Wins

Nikki Bos,
Friday, February 27, 2026
The Crescent High School Speech Squad earned multiple regional qualifications and top team honors at the Cherokee Speech Tournament on Feb. 21 in Cherokee.Crescent took 14 students to the competition and produced several first-place finishes across individual and duet events.
Firefighter Ben Cunningham has successfully earned his paramedic license after completing an intensive yearlong program through the School of EMS at the Guthrie Fire Department. Cunningham recently passed his national paramedic exam, marking the completion of his training. The Guthrie Fire Department is proud to have dedicated professionals like Paramedic Cunningham who continue to go above and beyond to better serve the citizens of the community. Photo courtesy of Guthrie Fire & EMS Facebook page

Firefighter Ben Cunningham has successfully earned his paramedic license after completing an intensive yearlong program through the School of EMS at the Guthrie Fire Department. Cunningham recently passed his national paramedic exam, marking the completion of his training. The Guthrie Fire Department is proud to have dedicated professionals like Paramedic Cunningham who continue to go above and beyond to better serve the citizens of the community. Photo courtesy of Guthrie Fire & EMS Facebook page

Cunningham Earns Paramedic License

News Staff
Friday, February 27, 2026
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Guthrie Rotary Student of the Week

News Staff
Friday, February 27, 2026
The Guthrie Rotary Club Student of the Week is Owen Wilder. He is the son of Todd and Sarah Wilder. Owen is active in Bluejay football and baseball. He is a member of National Honor Society. After graduation, Owen plans to attend Rose State and play baseball and major in Education.
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Vaughan Announces Candidacy for Associate District Judge

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Friday, February 27, 2026
Diane Vaughan, current Logan County Special Judge and longtime public servant, today announced her candidacy for Logan County Associate District Judge, pledging to continue her steadfast commitment to the rule of law, fairness, upholding the Constitution, and service to the people of Logan County.

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Additional honors included Best Costume

News Staff
Friday, February 27, 2026
Additional honors included Best Costume, awarded to Charter Oak staff dressed as “Shady Oaks Retirement Community,” sponsored by Gilson Daub; Best Team Name, presented to Central Elementary staff competing as “Central Intelligence,” sponsored by Lisa Trippet; and the Spirit Stick, which went to the...
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