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Guthrie High School senior John “Ridge” Garrett with Senator Chuck Hall. Photo submitted

Guthrie High School senior serves as Senate page for Sen. Chuck Hall

Guthrie News Leader Staff

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Guthrie High School senior John “Ridge” Garrett recently completed a week of service as a page for state Sen. Chuck Hall, R-Perry, during the 10th week of the legislative session, April 6–10.Garrett served in the office of the Senate Appropriations chairman, assisting with daily duties during one...

Mulhall-Orlando FFA members Jace Taylor, Fletch Inman, Wade Blagden and Daxton Pack pose with their awards after winning the Farm and Agribusiness Management contest at Aggie Day Interscholastics hosted by Connors State College on April 2. Photo courtesy of Mulhall-Orlando FFA

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Mulhall-Orlando FFA Wins Aggie Day Agribusiness Title

Guthrie News Leader Staff

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

The Mulhall-Orlando FFA chapter claimed first place in the Farm and Agribusiness Management contest at Aggie Day Interscholastics hosted by Connors State College on April 2, finishing with a team score of 555.The contest evaluates students on real-world agricultural business concepts through a...

Jeanne Cook poses with candy jar from the Friends of the Library’s contest that will be held April 19-25 at the Guthrie Public Library.

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Guthrie Library, Friends Group to Mark National Library Week

Nikki Bos,

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

The Friends of the Guthrie Library, in partnership with the Guthrie Public Library, will celebrate National Library Week from April 19-25, an annual event sponsored by the American Library Association.This year’s theme, “Find Your Joy,” highlights the role libraries play as spaces for connectivity,...

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New Highland Park pool gets OK; larger one possible in future

Tim Willert,

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

City Council members last week signed off on a two-phase plan to bring one new community pool, and possibly a second, to Highland Park.The plan calls for the city to build a 1,500 square-foot pool with $2 million in funding from a capital improvement project tax while a group of residents tries to...

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Senator Hall Mourns Loss of Logan County OHP Trooper

News Staff

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Senate Appropriations Chairman Chuck Hall, R-Perry, issued the following statement after a multi-vehicle crash on Wednesday claimed the life of a member of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol from Logan County, as well as two civilians.“This is an absolute tragedy for our state and for the local community.

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Guthrie Police Blotter March 30-April 5, 2026

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

3/30/2026 5:48, SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE, 2000 BLOCK OF WOODLAWN, Caller Is Property Manager Advised There Is A Small Silver Suv In Front Of Building H Been There All Night And Most Of The Day Yesterday She Doesn’t Know Them And Wants Them To Leave 3/30/2026 6:50, DOMESTIC, 1000 BLOCK OF ELMWOOD DR,...

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Guthrie Rotary Student of the Week

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The Guthrie Rotary Club Student of the Week is Carson Olmsted. He is the son of Angela & Cody Blevins and Matthew & Erin Olmsted. Carson is active in varsity tennis and National Honor Society. At the State level, in 1-Doubles, he took 3rd in 2024 and 5th in 2025.

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Budget Agreement Reached

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

After months of work, the Senate, House and Gov. Kevin Stitt have reached an agreement on a budget proposal to fund state government for the fiscal year that begins in July.

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BancFirst to host ‘89er Days Royalty Meet and Greet in Guthrie

Nikki Bos,

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Community members are invited to attend the annual BancFirst ‘89er Days Meet and Greet, during Guthrie Chamber of Commerce Coffee, on Wednesday, April 15, at 9:30 a.m.The event will be held at BancFirst, where attendees can meet this year’s ‘89er Days Royalty, take photos and help celebrate one of...

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Guthrie JROTC Alum Promoted to Sergeant in U.S. Army

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Taylor Goddard, a 2022 graduate of Guthrie High School, has been promoted to the rank of sergeant in the United States Army.Sgt. Goddard serves as a cannon crewmember and section chief with the 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

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