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 281

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Chris Peters's Latest Work

An American Eagle regional jet taxis behind a general aviation plane and two people preparing it on the tarmac at Stillwater Regional Airport on Nov. 7, 2025.

Airport rate study recommends fee hikes across the board Jul 28, 2026

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Chris Peters's Work 281 Articles

Stillwater City Council - Jul 22, 2025 Stillwater honors Irby family with street naming for Block 34 contributions

City Council designates portion of Duncan Street as "Irby Lane" to recognize Kicker founders' role in bringing new downtown park to life

by Chris Peters

Art & Culture - Jul 17, 2025 McKnight Center Defies Trends with Growing Subscriber Base

High renewal rate leads to limited single ticket availability for upcoming season featuring Hugh Jackman, U.S. Marine Band, Ashley McBryde and more

by Chris Peters

OSDH - Jul 16, 2025 No Vaccine for West Nile: Oklahoma Emphasizes Prevention

Health officials warn of increased risk, urge residents to take precautions against mosquito bites and eliminate standing water around homes

by Chris Peters

Stillwater Board of Education - Jul 10, 2025 Superintendent Bridges Makes Debut at School Board Meeting

Tyler Bridges emphasizes building relationships with district leaders and local stakeholders while high school construction progresses on schedule

by Chris Peters

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