July 2025

Body The new Oklahoma Statewide Economic Impact Report for the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes shows that the tribes are a major employer in Oklahoma in addition to having an economic impact of over $521 million.

Body A former Canadian County sheriff’s deputy has waived his right to a preliminary court hearing in a sexual battery case.Edmond’s David Joseph Randall, 53, was charged with the felony crime Aug. 8, 2024, in Canadian County District Court.

Body OKLAHOMA CITY — Despite criticism from state lawmakers, the head of the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety on Thursday dug his heels in on a plan to pull patrols from seven urban and suburban areas.

Body Some of the state’s largest energy companies are at the front of the line for a $50 million state incentive to upgrade oil and gas equipment. The fund to limit methane emissions established under a Biden administration rule is now under review by the Trump administration. 

Body Dean Watson, 82, passed away July 5, 2025.Services to celebrate his life will be held at 11 a.m. Sept. 12 at Kingfisher Church of Christ.Cremation services were under the care of Wilson Funeral Home. 

Body Opponents on the Class B level know that Calumet High School senior Kaleb Thiessen has the skills to play at the next level.Now the rest of the state and perspective college coaches do as well.

Body To help keep residents safe in the heat, Oklahoma Gas & Electric Company (OG&E) recently donated fans to seniors and families in El Reno.OG&E volunteers handed out 65 fans in El Reno to those who may be at higher risk for heat-related injury and illness.

Body The Canadian County Courthouse Building Committee has officially been dissolved as county personnel transition to temporary administrative offices in preparation for a new courthouse build.

Body An Internet safety program for parents will be held July 25 at Wesley Methodist Church, 101 S. Barker.The event is being hosted by the Francis E. Hamilton VFW and Auxiliary of Post 4938, said Nancy Salsman. It will begin at 7 p.m. and will feature information provided by Lt.

Body After reviewing results of an economic feasibility study and determining it would not be a good fit for Yukon, Mayor Brian Pillmore said city officials are “not moving forward” with a proposed 12,500-seat open-air amphitheater.