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 345

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Chris Peters's Latest Work

Stillwegian reader poll graphic for State Question 845 over a photo of the Payne County Courthouse. Text: Changes who screens Oklahoma’s top judges. Vote by 11:59 p.m. Oct. 30.

Reader poll: How will you vote on SQ 845? Oct 27, 2026

Stillwegian reader poll graphic for State Question 847 over a photo of the Payne County Administration building. Text: Lowers caps on property value growth. Vote by 11:59 p.m. Oct. 30.

Reader poll: How will you vote on SQ 847? Oct 27, 2026

Chris Peters's Work 345 Articles

Payne County Election Board - Mar 04, 2025 Deadlines Approach for Payne County April 1 Election Registration and Absentee Ballots

Voters must register by March 7, request absentee ballots by March 17 to participate in Board of Education and Municipal Election

by Chris Peters

Payne County Emergency Management - Mar 02, 2025 Payne County Seeks Public Input for Disaster Preparedness Plan

Officials encourage residents to complete survey and attend meetings to shape county's hazard mitigation strategy

by Chris Peters

Stillwater Library Board - Feb 27, 2025 Grant Ignites Project to Digitize Stillwater's Firefighting Heritage

Library receives $13,733 to establish digitization area for preserving Fire Department archives

by Chris Peters

Stillwater Library Board - Feb 27, 2025 Stillwater Library Board Approves Position Changes to Improve Staff Retention

Board also accepts grants totaling over $34,000 for digitization project, conference attendance and operations

by Chris Peters

Stillwater Planning Commission - Feb 26, 2025 Planning Commission Approves Short-Term Rental Despite Neighborhood Concerns

Neighbors cite safety issues, while owner emphasizes property improvements and willingness to address concerns

by Chris Peters

Stillwater City Council - Feb 25, 2025 School Bus Traffic Concerns Nearby Residents of Planned Bus Facility on Richmond Road

Council Approves Closure of Unused Right-of-Way for School District Development

by Chris Peters

Stillwater City Council - Feb 25, 2025 Discount Tire Store Approved for North Perkins Road

Specific Use Permit Granted with Noise Mitigation Requirements for Nearby Residents

by Chris Peters

Stillwater City Council - Feb 25, 2025 Council Approves $3.1 Million Airport Terminal Construction Phase

Transportation Fund to Support Roundabout; FAA Grant Covers Majority of Costs

by Chris Peters