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 207

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Chris Peters's Work 207 Articles

Stillwater Board of Education - Dec 10, 2025 Tim Riley steps down from school board after nearly 7 years

Tim Riley at his final Stillwater school board meeting

Fellow board members praise his steady leadership through superintendent transitions, COVID-19 pandemic

by Chris Peters

Community - Dec 08, 2025 Dancing with Saville Breaks Fundraising Record as Demand for Services Grows

Kristi Riley and Chris Peters perform their Chicago-themed dance routine on stage at Dancing with Saville, which raised a record $40,205 for The Saville Center.

Broadway musical-themed competition raised $40,205 as child advocacy center navigates $212,000 federal funding reduction

by Chris Peters

Lady Pioneer Basketball - Dec 05, 2025 Lady Pioneers Overwhelm Capitol Hill 72-15 – Defense Fuels Dominant Opening Quarter

Full-court press sparks blowout victory as Justus' squad prepares for Moore showdown

by Chris Peters

Pioneer Basketball - Dec 04, 2025 Pioneers Blowout Capitol Hill 81-29, Start Season 2-0

Second-year coach Sean Morgan sees progress as Pioneers prepare for tough stretch ahead

by Chris Peters

Payne County Commissioners - Dec 01, 2025 Payne County Tables Road Agreement for Energy Projects After Community Input

Payne County District 1 Commissioner Zach Cavett speaks during the Board of Commissioners meeting Monday at the Payne County Administration Building in Stillwater.

Community member raises concerns about unlimited operator discretion and provisions restricting county zoning powers

by Chris Peters

Stillwater Planning Commission - Nov 26, 2025 Envision Stillwater 2045 Plan Clears First Hurdle With Unanimous Vote

Plan addresses land use, transportation, housing, economic development and infrastructure

by Chris Peters

Oklahoma State University - Nov 24, 2025 Japanese Delegation Tours OAIRE as Oklahoma Courts Aerospace Investment

Allan Burba demonstrates a white long-range drone to Japanese delegation members at OAIRE laboratory in Stillwater

Eight Japanese aerospace companies explored unmanned aircraft systems and research partnerships at Oklahoma State facility

by Chris Peters

Stillwater Fire Department - Nov 21, 2025 Helmberger officially sworn in as Stillwater's new Fire Chief

Duane Helmberger raises his right hand while taking oath of office as Stillwater Fire Chief

The longtime Stillwater resident previously served as assistant chief and fire marshal in Midwest City

by Chris Peters