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Council Discusses Trash, Sewer and Electric Rates

When the Watonga City Council met on Tuesday in regular session, it handled several topics brought to it by citizens.

Echols Discloses War Chest in AG Race

OKLAHOMA CITY Today, the Jon Echols campaign announced another milestone in fundraising on the path to becoming Oklahoma’s next Attorney General.“We’re pleased to announce that Jon has raised over 1.2 million dollars for his campaign with 8 months left to go.

Apply Now to Intern With MarkWayne Mullin

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (ROK) issued the following statement inviting Oklahoma college students to apply for his Spring 2026 internship program.The deadline to apply for a Spring 2026 internship with Mullin is October 31, 2025.

15,000 Pot Plants Seized, Illegal Migrants

OKLAHOMA CITY – On October 20, the Attorney General’s Organized Crime Task Force raided an illegal marijuana grow operation near Wilson, confiscating and eradicating approximately 15,000 marijuana plants and hundreds of pounds of processed marijuana.

McCall Seeking Governor’s Mansion

OKLAHOMA CITY – Charles McCall has taken the lead in the Republican primary for Governor of Oklahoma, according to new polling.

Quarter Horse World Show

If you’ve ever admired the beauty, power, and precision of a well-trained horse but have never quite known where to start, here’s your perfect opportunity to experience the excitement of a major equine event — without spending a dime!

SENIOR CENTER NEWS

This is mid-October and we are beginning to feel fall-like. Leaves are falling and temperatures are cooler. Halloween is right around the corner. There will be many parties and trick or treating kids. You will receive no tricks, only treats, at the Watonga Senior Citizens Center.

Today In History

October 22 is the 295th day of the year (296th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 70 days remain until the end of the year.1383 – The male line of the Portuguese House of Burgundy becomes extinct with the death of King Fernando, leaving only his daughter Beatrice.

One of 10 Most Wanted Surrenders in Oregon

OKLAHOMA CITY – Less than three weeks after being added to Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s 10 Most Wanted list, Justice Jauquin Jones is in police custody.

Interim Study on Dark Money in Oklahoma Elections

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Meloyde Blancett, D-Tulsa, conducted an interim study on the use of dark money in Oklahoma elections.