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The need for underground storm pipes, instead of above ground, on Walnut Street at Oklahoma Avenue increased the phase one cost of Hennessey’s west side drainage project by $32,539.77 for a total of $211,145.52.

THUMBS UP — Gov. Kevin Stitt struck an optimistic note with Legislators Monday in his annual State of the State Address, which traditionally kicks off the start of the legislative session. “Throughout this past year Oklahomans rose to the challenge – as individuals, as families and as neighbors.

Only one candidate had filed for county municipal offices as of noon Tuesday, Kingfisher County Election Board Secretary Shawna Butts said. Candidates could begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday, but halfway through the three-day filing period, only one had done so.

Forty-year career teacher Diane Grellner was selected by her peers as Kingfisher Public School’s teacher of the year.

Kingfisher County commissioners approved agreements with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation Monday, gaining financial assistance in making repairs to roads and bridges resulting from 2019’s extensive flooding. The projects include: • Resolution No.

GRAND OPENING and a ribbon cutting ceremony for Scissortail Crossing Events Venue, located at 210 E. Will Rogers Drive in Kingfisher, was recently held with family members, chamber and city officials and friends. Owner Dr. Ashley Cowan Neal and husband, Dr.

The Ranchers Thursday Lunchtime series of free teleconferences launches its next round of topics 12:30 p.m. Feb. 11 with a roundtable discussion by Oklahoma Youth Expo staff about show ring success. “This cycle of talks will deal with a unique segment of the cattle industry,” said Dr.

While recent vaccinations have brought hope to many, they’ve also brought confusion from donors about how receiving the COVID vaccine affects blood donation eligibility Individuals who receive the most common COVID-19 vaccines - Pfizer and Moderna - are eligible to donate blood and platelets with...

Three local students’ names were inadvertently omitted from Oklahoma State University honor roll listings in Sunday’s paper.

Okarche High School has selected the December Lion and Lioness. This award is based on not only scholarship, but also leadership, character, and responsibility. December’s honorees are seniors Madison Owens and Tyler Schwarz. [Photo Provided]