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2026 Elections   -   Nov 01, 2026 Payne County early voting rises; reader polls oppose SQ 845, 847
A voter in a clear plastic rain bonnet and striped jacket marks her ballot in a booth during early voting Oct. 31, 2026, at the Payne County Expo Center in Stillwater.

State data shows 4,871 early voters, up 12.5% from 2022, as Stillwegian members lean against both state questions in polls

by Chris Peters
Editor's Advance   -   Nov 01, 2026 Stillwater trash trucks could get AI cameras that watch drivers and record routes
A white City of Stillwater Waste Management street sweeper, an Elgin Eagle numbered 617, parked on a tree-lined street in September 2011, with a Jeep behind.

The SUA to vote on the $121,717 deal. Also on the agenda: federal lobbyists and North Perkins road resurfacing.

by Chris Peters
House District 34   -   Oct 29, 2026 Ranson, Means split on judicial panel, religious charter schools in third matchup for House District 34
Aaron Means, standing in a dark blazer, and Rep. Trish Ranson, seated in an orange top, at a Stillwater Frontier Rotary Club House District 34 forum Oct. 22, 2026.

The Democratic incumbent and her two-time Republican challenger both oppose the property tax state question but differ sharply on schools and judicial selection.

by Chris Peters
Cowboy Football   -   Oct 27, 2026 Mason Earns Bigger Role as OSU Prepares for Iowa State
OSU running back William Mason celebrates in the end zone after a touchdown run against Colorado on Oct. 24, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium as lineman Ashton Lepo raises his arms.

Morris says the senior running back’s special teams work opened the door, while the Cowboys sit one win from bowl eligibility.

by Bryson Thadhani
Poll   -   Oct 27, 2026 Reader poll: How will you vote on SQ 845?
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.

Second of two reader polls: Read the debate over SQ 845, then vote with one click from this email.

by Chris Peters
Poll   -   Oct 27, 2026 Reader poll: How will you vote on SQ 847?
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.

First of two reader polls: Read the debate over SQ 847, then vote with one click from this email.

by Chris Peters
Cowboy Football   -   Oct 26, 2026 Cowboys Shut Out Colorado After Halftime, Roll 57-24 at Homecoming
OSU wide receiver Justin Bowick steps into the end zone on a touchdown catch as a Colorado defender dives behind him on Oct. 24, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium.

Oklahoma State turns a one-point deficit into 34 unanswered points, improves to 5-2, and reenters the AP Top 25.

by Chris Peters
Pioneer Football   -   Oct 25, 2026 Pioneers Hand Muskogee Third Loss With 59-6 Rout
Stillwater running back Jaedan Adams (3) carries the ball near the goal line as Muskogee defender Dredyn Spencer (17) reaches for him from the turf at Pioneer Stadium, Oct. 22, 2026.

Two defensive touchdowns and 278 rushing yards carry Stillwater to 5-2

by Chris Peters
A voter in a clear plastic rain bonnet and striped jacket marks her ballot in a booth during early voting Oct. 31, 2026, at the Payne County Expo Center in Stillwater.
2026 Elections   -   Nov 01, 2026 Payne County early voting rises; reader polls oppose SQ 845, 847

State data shows 4,871 early voters, up 12.5% from 2022, as Stillwegian members lean against both state questions in polls

by Chris Peters
Editor's Advance   -   Nov 01, 2026 Stillwater trash trucks could get AI cameras that watch drivers and record routes by Chris Peters
A white City of Stillwater Waste Management street sweeper, an Elgin Eagle numbered 617, parked on a tree-lined street in September 2011, with a Jeep behind.
House District 34   -   Oct 29, 2026 Ranson, Means split on judicial panel, religious charter schools in third matchup for House District 34 by Chris Peters
Aaron Means, standing in a dark blazer, and Rep. Trish Ranson, seated in an orange top, at a Stillwater Frontier Rotary Club House District 34 forum Oct. 22, 2026.
Cowboy Football   -   Oct 27, 2026 Mason Earns Bigger Role as OSU Prepares for Iowa State by Bryson Thadhani
OSU running back William Mason celebrates in the end zone after a touchdown run against Colorado on Oct. 24, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium as lineman Ashton Lepo raises his arms.
Poll   -   Oct 27, 2026 Reader poll: How will you vote on SQ 845? by Chris Peters
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.
Poll   -   Oct 27, 2026 Reader poll: How will you vote on SQ 847? by Chris Peters
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.
Cowboy Football   -   Oct 26, 2026 Cowboys Shut Out Colorado After Halftime, Roll 57-24 at Homecoming by Chris Peters
OSU wide receiver Justin Bowick steps into the end zone on a touchdown catch as a Colorado defender dives behind him on Oct. 24, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium.
Pioneer Football   -   Oct 25, 2026 Pioneers Hand Muskogee Third Loss With 59-6 Rout by Chris Peters
Stillwater running back Jaedan Adams (3) carries the ball near the goal line as Muskogee defender Dredyn Spencer (17) reaches for him from the turf at Pioneer Stadium, Oct. 22, 2026.
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Poll   -   Oct 27, 2026 Reader poll: How will you vote on SQ 845?
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.

Second of two reader polls: Read the debate over SQ 845, then vote with one click from this email.

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

First of two reader polls: Read the debate over SQ 847, then vote with one click from this email.

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Art & Culture   -   Dec 26, 2024 New mural coming to downtown building
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Local artist chosen to bring big, bold and vibrant artwork to Main Street

by Chris Peters
Stillwater City Council   -   Dec 17, 2024 It's T.I.M.E. New animal welfare facilities could be on 2025 ballot
An early rendering of the Stillwater Animal Facility. It's a gray and blue building.

City of Stillwater staff update Council on the progress to build a much needed animal welfare facility with suggestions of an April 2025 bond election.

by Chris Peters
Dec 15, 2024 City Manager employment agreement on consent docket
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This week’s agendas also include a resolution on social media policy for city employees, a funding request from downtown art gallery for an exterior art mural, upgrades to the Payne County Jail and more.

by Chris Peters
Payne County Commissioners   -   Dec 13, 2024 Payne County landowners push back on proposed electric transmission corridor
A plat map of Payne County with highlighters, a magnifying glass and a small flashlight.

Landowners rally in multiple counties to oppose energy transmission lines, U.S. Energy Department confirms regional NIETC is canceled, Governor suggests Oklahoma should consider “unplugging” from the regional power grid

by Chris Peters
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Payne County Commissioners   -   Dec 08, 2024 Payne County Commissioners to host second special meeting to oppose National Interest Electric Corridor
A DOE map shows a path from Oklahoma’s panhandle through northern parts of the state, including Payne County.

Commissioners will also discuss the progress of the new county-wide radio system during their regular meeting

by Chris Peters
Stillwater Planning Commission   -   Dec 04, 2024 Planning Commissioners postpone two items after applicants no-show
The Google Street View image of the building at 121 S. Main St. shows it was once an escape room business.

A medical marijuana dispensary plans to relocate, developer wants to convert apartments to condos near Boomer Lake.

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Stillwater City Council   -   Dec 03, 2024 Eastside motel nears approval for conversion to apartment units
A top down view of the property with labels for each building stating their purpose and how many living units.

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