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 227

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Chris Peters's Work 227 Articles

Elections - Dec 16, 2025 Brubaker to face Dillin in February school board election, applications open for second seat

Composite photo shows Rachel Dillin on left wearing blue top with black bow headband and Nathan Brubaker on right wearing glasses and green collared shirt with gray cardigan

Dillin faces first election challenge since 2023 appointment; board seeks applicants for Riley's seat through Jan. 1

by Chris Peters

Lady Pioneer Basketball - Dec 15, 2025 Moore Goes Perfect But Lady Pioneers Fall 61-52 to Edmond Memorial

Sophomore scores 18 points on flawless shooting as Stillwater drops first game of season at home

by Chris Peters

Cowboy Football - Dec 15, 2025 Morris Brings Old-School Grit, Family Values to Oklahoma State – Roundtable analysis of new football coach's debut

The Stillwegian's Daniel Allen and Chris Peters discuss Morris' fit, his coaching philosophy and the road ahead after OSU's first coaching change in more than two decades

by Daniel Allen & Chris Peters

Art & Culture - Dec 10, 2025 Movie Filming at Stillwater High School Seeks Community Extras

Sean Patrick Flanery and son Charlie Flanery on set during filming of "Thirteen Folds" at Stillwater High School, with bleachers visible in background

Sean Patrick Flanery's wrestling film needs crowd for Pioneer vs. Blackwell scene Sunday

by Chris Peters

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