Maramec rancher and Southern Plains Ag owner emphasizes education reform, agricultural protection and rural infrastructure ahead of Feb. 10 special election

Commissioners also approved agreement joining state's OKWIN emergency radio network; resolution calls for financial assurance equal to construction costs

Ordinance would create 9-member committee, establish fund for donations; community partner commits sizable gift

Former library at 206 W. 6th Avenue will be transformed into 15-room Bookend Hotel with bar and event space, targeting September opening

Federal commitment follows $7 million local incentive as company abandons experimental mining technology for conventional methods

Community input form aims to identify locations where unsheltered neighbors are staying

Dr. Clyde Wilson sworn in as board discusses serving students outside traditional college track

Sixth-generation farmer defeats former Pawnee County Sheriff Mike Waters 1,517-421; will face Democrat Luke Kruse on Feb. 10