UPDATE: Hobart Man Perishes in Motorcycle Wreck

Custer County, OK – A routine traffic stop along Interstate 40 in Custer County led to the arrest of two men on felony drug charges, according to court records. 39-year-old Antonio Gonzalez and 49-year-old Matthew Daniel Boyd

EPA Press Release DALLAS (February 6, 2025) – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump has appointed Scott Mason IV to serve as the 14th regional administrator of the EPA’s South Central

(ELK CITY, Okla.) — Luke Thomas of Elk City, Oklahoma, once again showcased his dedication and hard work at the 2025 National Western Stock Show Junior Livestock Auction, earning a second consecutive winning bid from Bluepeak for

Jackson County, OK – A tragic two-vehicle collision claimed the lives of three individuals and left another in critical condition Thursday afternoon near the intersection of US-62 and South County Road 194, approximately three miles east of

The filing period for municipal office candidates in Oklahoma ran from Monday through Wednesday, with candidates submitting their declarations for city council positions in Custer and Washita counties. Custer County Candidates Filing at the Custer County Election

Elk City, OK – The Elk City Police Department is inviting community members to participate in its first-ever Citizen’s Police Academy, a free program designed to provide insight into local law enforcement operations. The academy aims to

Woodward County, OK — A fatal crash occurred early Wednesday morning on OK-34 near E County Road 46, approximately five miles north of Sharon. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the collision happened at approximately 7:20 a.m.

Beckham County, OK – Scammers posing as law enforcement officers are targeting residents with a fraudulent scheme designed to trick victims into providing personal information or sending money. The scam, often conducted over the phone, involves criminals

Ellis County, OK – The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) is investigating a homicide in Arnett at the request of the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office. According to a press release provided by the OSBI, just after

Authorities say a homicide investigation led to a lockdown at a western Oklahoma school district on Monday. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) reported that a person was found dead near County Road 200, just west

Fire crews in the area were busy battling a grass fire in rural Beckham County, northwest of Elk City, on Monday afternoon. Elk City Fire Chief Kyle Chervenka said his crews were called out to the blaze

Weatherford, OK – A Texas man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges in Custer County after a routine traffic stop led to the discovery of firearms in his vehicle. Dunyale Latroy Rainer, 43, of Amarillo, Texas,

Elk City, OK – Firefighters are returning to service this morning after battling a camper fire on the north side of Elk City. Crews arrived on the scene to find heavy smoke pouring from the camper, with

Ellis County, OK – A fatal single-vehicle collision occurred early Friday morning, January 31, 2025, at approximately 7:17 a.m. on U.S. Highway 283 and East County Road 62, about one mile east and two miles south of

Elk City, OK — Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for 38-year-old Robert Wade Leyva, accused of financially exploiting his elderly mother. The charges stem from an extensive investigation by the Elk City Police Department and Adult

Clinton OK – Clinton Public Schools celebrated a major achievement Monday afternoon, announcing they have been awarded a $34.7 million Oklahoma Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduates (GEAR UP) Grant. The seven-year grant aims to make

Elk City, OK – The Elk City Leadership Hall of Fame 2024 Inductees are Dr. Dennis Friesen, MD, Allen Robinson and Debra Sisemore. They will officially be inducted Tuesday February 4, 2025, between the Elkettes and Elks

Elk City, OK – Authorities have issued an outstanding warrant for two suspects believed to be responsible for multiple burglaries at the Elk City Walmart Superstore located at 210 Regional Drive. The suspects, identified as 61-year-old David

Clinton, OK – An Arizona man has been charged with felony assault and battery on a police officer following an incident in Clinton on January 21. Wyatt Eugene Cole Collins, 32, of Glendale, Arizona, was arrested after

Cheyenne, OK – Candidates interested in filing for municipal office in 2 Roger Mills County municipalities will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning 8 a.m. Monday, Februrary 3rd. Kelly Tice, Secretary of the Roger Mills County Election Board,

SWOSU Press Release Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has been recognized as one of the top institutions in the region in the recently released 2025 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges and Best

Weatherford, OK – A Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) student is recovering after a medical emergency during a National Guard training exercise at the university pool on Tuesday morning. According to SWOSU officials, the student experienced a

Elk City, OK – A Weleetka man is facing multiple charges after a violent altercation at an Elk City restaurant escalated into a confrontation with law enforcement. According to authorities, officers responded to a disturbance at El

By Landry Brewer Several area high school students mixed with college, university, and technology school representatives at the recent Western Oklahoma Education Expo at Elk City’s Convention Center. The 34th annual event sponsored by the Elk City

Gray County, TX – A single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Saturday evening resulted in the death of 62-year-old Gary Forrester of Wheeler, Texas. The incident occurred on January 26, 2025, at approximately 7:39 p.m. on State Highway 152,