Flood Watch Issued for Western Oklahoma as Heavy Rain Approaches

Clinton, OK – A Clinton man was arrested on February 7th after allegedly attempting to break into a residence on South 5th Street, according to court documents filed in Custer County. Jesse Moses Boyd, 20, is facing

Custer County, OK – A Clinton man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after a traffic stop led to a significant drug bust in Custer County. Bradley Allen Cometsevah, 46, has been charged with aggravated trafficking

Weatherford, OK – As the SWOSU Digital Commons is about to reach its nine-year anniversary, downloads for the entire collection have surpassed the two million mark for the institutional repository at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU). As

Elk City, OK – The Elk City Police Department has announced multiple arrests in connection with two separate child neglect and abuse cases over the weekend. Authorities say these incidents have raised significant concerns about child safety

Oklahoma cities have reported their December 2024 sales tax revenue figures, with mixed results compared to December 2023. While some cities saw a slight increase, others experienced a decline. The statewide total showed a modest increase of

Elk City, OK – The Elk City Fire & EMS Department is actively recruiting paramedics for a dedicated paramedic-only position. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced EMTs looking to advance their careers or for licensed paramedics

Weatherford, OK – The SWOSU College of Pharmacy will be hosting a Pharmacy Day for high school students on Friday, March 28th from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This program will consist of hands-on, interactive lab activities

Now that the first round of the latest winter storm has struck the region, officials say to get ready for round two, which includes dangerously low temperatures tonight and tomorrow morning. According to the National Weather Service

SWOSU Press Release Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) is ranked #10 nationally for the most affordable online Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education programs, making it the highest-ranked university in Oklahoma for affordability, according to

A winter storm is set to bring snow, sleet, and ice to western Oklahoma on Tuesday, impacting travel across Roger Mills, Custer, Washita, and Beckham counties. The National Weather Service in Norman warns of slick roads, reduced

Custer County, OK – The Custer County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with multiple law enforcement agencies, has made an arrest following a detailed investigation into child exploitation. According to a press release, on December 15, 2024, deputies

Elk City, OK – With a bitter arctic front set to grip western Oklahoma this week, First Baptist Church of Elk City is stepping up to help those in need. From Tuesday, February 18, through Friday, February

Sacramento, CA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Oklahoma of the March 14, 2025 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic

Weatherford, OK – A Weatherford man has been arrested and charged with felony eluding and reckless driving after leading police on a high-speed chase that exceeded 100 miles per hour through Custer County. According to court documents,

The primary election for Cordell Public Schools and the City of Altus city council races have concluded, with results now finalized. The race for Office No. 5 on the Cordell School Board has narrowed down to two

The Elk City man wanted for allegedly exploiting his elderly mother has been located and arrested. According to the Elk City Police Department, 38-year-old Robert Wade Leyja was located and arrested by Sayre police in Sayre on

Officials have identified two more victims of the tragic two-vehicle collision that occurred last Thursday near Duke. According to the latest information released by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the driver of the 2021 Ford Expedition has been

SWOSU Press Release Weatherford, OK – Fastenal has made a generous gift of equipment in support of Southwestern Oklahoma State University’s (SWOSU) National Aeronautics & Space Administration Human Exploration Rover Challenge (NASA HERC) Team for 2024-2025. Each

SWOSU Press Release Weatherford, OK – The 55th annual SWOSU Jazz Festival is coming up on Feb. 13–14 in Weatherford, Okla. A tradition spanning over five decades, the festival is one of the region’s most anticipated music

Weatherford, OK – Dr. Wael Eldahshan, an Assistant Professor in the Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) College of Pharmacy, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Pharmacology Educators Award by the American Society for Experimental Pharmacology

SWOSU Press Release Weatherford, OK – Dr. Todd Wiggen, Associate Professor in the Everett Dobson College of Business and Technology at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, has been named the new Editor-in-Chief of Management Teaching

SWOSU Press Release Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has received a generous philanthropic gift from SWOSU graduates and brothers Philip Busey, ’04, and Brian Busey, ’05, both of Oklahoma City. The Busey brothers serve

Elk City, OK – Last April, Elk City voters approved the extension and re-purposing of an existing half-cent sales tax for eight years to fund expansions and upgrades for the city’s fire station and police department. During

Elk City, OK – An Elk City man is facing legal trouble after allegedly attempting to purchase a firearm while having an active warrant for his arrest. According to an affidavit filed on January 28, 27-year-old Isaac

Washita County, OK — Voters in Washita County will head to the polls on Tuesday, February 11, for the Board of Education Primary Election, determining the next member for Office No. 5 of the Cordell Public Schools