News

Interim Study Ordered on Hemp Production

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Roland Pederson, RBurlington, and Sen. Jo Anna Dossett, D-Tulsa, held an interim study Monday to investigate rural development through industrial hemp production. “This study allowed us to see what industrial opportunities there are in hemp production,” Pederson said.

A Bubble Off Plumb

I am willing to bet there is no one reading this column who has never made a stupid mistake. I’d also bet money everyone with eyes on this paper has done something they regret. It could be a little regret or a huge one, that throws shade on the rest of a lifetime.

Coach Charged With DUI

According to court documents, Watonga head football coach Clint Benway was arrested September 8 by the Blaine County Sheriff’s Office and charged with driving a motor vehicle while under the combined influence of alcohol and drugs, a misdemeanor.

Lessons in Leadership

I recently had the opportunity to visit Normandy, France to take part in the National Conference of State Legislatures’ Executive Leadership Development program. I joined about 40 other members of the Oklahoma House of Representatives and many of their spouses for the trip.

Celebrate Hispanic History at Roman Nose State Park

Visit Roman Nose State Park on October 1 to join the community in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a Hispanic Heritage Fiesta.

Why is She Writing On the Wall?

City Manager Karrie Beth Little signs the open wall Friday inside the Zona Verde home on Weigle Avenue.The wall was left incompleted for signing purposes.

City Agrees to Limb Pickup

Following a protracted discussion, the Watonga City Council has decided to help the citizens with tree debris. At the regular meeting Tuesday, the council took up the matter of how to deal with brush and limbs.

UCO Named on Best Colleges List

The University of Central Oklahoma secured several rankings on the 2023-24 Best Colleges list from U.S. News & World Report. Central received two new rankings this year, solidifying its position as a top institution in meeting critical workforce needs within Oklahoma.

Male Tarantulas Looking For Love In the Fall

It may look like a scene from the 1990 movie “Arachnophobia,” but in reality, the increased number of tarantula sightings simply means it’s mating season.

Today in History

September 20 is the 263rd day of the year (264th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 102 days remain until the end of the year. 1187 - Saladin begins the Siege of Jerusalem.