Oklahoma’s tax-free weekend approaches: Aug. 2-4
Oklahoma’s tax-free weekend is scheduled for August 2-4, the first Friday through Sunday of the month. This annual event is perfectly timed as parents prepare…
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Guthrie Public Schools seek substitute teachers for upcoming school year
If you want to make some extra money while maintaining a flexible schedule, consider becoming a substitute teacher for Guthrie Public Schools. The district is…
LCSO eligible for new legislature-funded grants, but salary issues persist
Sheriff Damon Devereaux and the other 76 sheriffs across the state can now apply for legislature-funded grants through the state’s Attorney General, a welcome financial…
GPS adds portable classrooms at Charter Oak Elementary due to overcrowding; election upcoming to address capacity
In response to overcrowding at Charter Oak Elementary, Guthrie Public Schools has added two portable classrooms as a temporary solution to accommodate the growing student…
Guthrie Public Schools renews Intergenerational Pre-K programs with Willow Creek and Golden Age nursing homes
In a heartening continuation of a long-standing tradition, the Guthrie Public Schools Board of Education has renewed its agreements with Willow Creek Health Care, LLC…
Logan County Assessor introduces free online public records search
Logan County Assessor Mary Murphey has announced that the county will display its real property records for free on actDataScout.com. Users can search more than…
Last week approaching to request absentee ballots for Aug. 27 election
The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday,…
Guthrie Chamber opens applications for Leadership Guthrie class
The Guthrie Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the next Leadership Guthrie Class, a program dedicated to identifying and motivating emerging community leaders…
Jury convicts man of rape, but new trial motion filed due to juror concerns
A Logan County jury found Leroy Raymond Smith guilty of four charges in April, including two counts of first-degree rape of victims under the age…
Election poll workers pay now doubled; learn how to volunteer
Polling places across the state are staffed by volunteers—voters just like you— who are dedicated to democracy and the representative form of government. They care…
Fatal collision claims one life, injures four others
A fatal collision occurred on Saturday that claimed the life of one person and injured four. The crash happened at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Portland…
BOCC approves $3 million renovation contract for new administration building
In a special meeting held on Monday morning, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved a contract with Timberlake Construction to renovate the recently purchased…
Oklahoma court rules pregnant women with medical marijuana cards not liable for child neglect
In a landmark decision, the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals ruled last week that women with state medical cards who use marijuana during pregnancy cannot…
Councilman resigns after controversial comment following assassination attempt on former President Trump
A Guthrie city councilman has resigned after making a controversial comment on social media. Councilman Jim Case has resigned from his position, effective immediately, following…
Downtown sidewalk project completed, ensuring ADA accessibility
The downtown sidewalk project in Guthrie has been completed, enhancing accessibility and charm in the heart of the city. This initiative was funded in part…
Dirt work underway with expansion of Owen Field Sports Complex
Dirt is being moved and prepared for baseball and softball games at Owen Fields. In May, the City of Guthrie hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to…
County Clerk warns residents of tax scam targeting Logan County
The Logan County Clerk’s office has been made aware of a new scam making the rounds in the county. A letter stating it is a…
Historic Guthrie landmark continues restoration: deed handed over to Guthrie Tomorrow Coalition group
In the heart of Guthrie’s historic downtown, a century-old gem is set to shine once more. The State Capital Publishing Museum, a majestic four-story relic…
Update: Silver Alert canceled for missing Guthrie man with dementia
Updated at 9:22 pm — Kenneth Price has been found and is now home safely. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has sounded the alarm for Guthrie…
No injuries reported in southern Logan County house fire
Multiple fire departments responded to a house fire in the 4000 block of Hillside Lane near the intersection of Pennsylvania and Charter Oak Tuesday afternoon….