Chris Peters

Chris Peters is the founder and editor of The Stillwegian, covering Stillwater and Payne County with a mix of storytelling, photography, and local insight. A Stillwegian since 2008, he’s passionate about connecting community through local news.

Location Stillwater, OK

Number of Articles 245

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Chris Peters's Work 245 Articles

Stillwater City Council - Jul 09, 2025 Stillwater Revamping Tobacco Rules with Eye on State Funding

Council moves to update smoking ordinance for all municipal property; aims to tap into TSET grants for local improvements

by Chris Peters

Stillwater City Council - Jul 08, 2025 City Council Waives $75,000 in Rural Fire Bills for March Wildfire Victims

City also announces grand opening of new Fire Station #2 and Block 34 dedication ceremony as community continues recovery efforts

by Chris Peters

Community - Jul 01, 2025 Stillwater Noon Lions Club Celebrates 60 Years of Community Service

City officials honor club's decades-long commitment to vision health, education, and local support

by Chris Peters

Healthcare - Jun 30, 2025 Oklahoma Hospitals Warn of Devastating Cuts as Senate Budget Bill Threatens $873 Million in Annual Medicaid Funding

Stillwater Medical Center stands to lose $13 million annually in proposed One Big Beautiful Bill Act

by Chris Peters

Stillwater Library Board - Jun 25, 2025 Library Board Approves E-Rate Discount Amid Supreme Court Uncertainty

Board accepts $9,840 federal discount for internet service as libraries nationwide await ruling that could reshape E-Rate funding program.

by Chris Peters

Stillwater Utilities Authority - Jun 24, 2025 Stillwater Utilities Authority Considers Waste Management Rate Increases Amid Funding Shortfall

Stillwater Utilities Authority Considers Waste Management Rate Increases Amid Funding Shortfall

Study reveals residential services significantly under-recovering costs, with 8-9% rate hike proposed for fiscal year 2026

by Chris Peters

Stillwater City Council - Jun 23, 2025 Stillwater Sports Association Pushes for Turf Fields After Rainy Season

Annual presentation reveals successful programs but significant tournament losses due to weather, prompting calls for facility upgrades

by Chris Peters

Community - Jun 19, 2025 Our Daily Bread Announces Major Expansion Plans to Address Growing Demand

Stillwater food center applies for $3.8 million grant to renovate facility serving over 1,000 households monthly

by Chris Peters