Good morning, Stillwater.

Stillwater police arrested Damon Eugene Thomas Sr. in Oklahoma City on Monday after investigating the fatal shooting of a man named Jerry Silas at 1815 N.

Boomer, where officers arrived at 8:45 p.m. Saturday and Silas later died at the hospital.

A Pawnee woman who pleaded guilty on April 1 for trafficking 18.35 grams of fentanyl and possessing methamphetamine was ordered into the About Face Women’s Program as part of a 20-year probation sentence and will remain in custody until transported Monday to start the 12-month treatment—designed to reduce criminal recidivism.

A Stillwater man named Lance Magby admitted to selling cocaine and was arrested on Feb.

26 after a traffic stop led officers to find drugs and a firearm at his residence, and he now faces charges of trafficking 28 grams with a $100,000 bond pending a May 5 court appearance.

Lance Dean Magby, a Stillwater man accused of trafficking about 28 grams of cocaine and possessing a firearm during a felony, was arrested on February 26 after a K9 detected drug odor during a seat belt stop and is held on a $100,000 bond pending a May 5 preliminary hearing—if convicted on all counts he faces up to a 31-year sentence and a $111,000 fine.

Today the City of Stillwater proclaimed Red Dirt Music Week—marking an official designation that will pave the way for local music events throughout the week.

OSU’s full-time MBA program in Spears Business jumped 18 spots to No. 58 in the U.S. News ranking on April 8 and remains the top MBA in Oklahoma.

The school’s online bachelor’s program tied for No. 8 nationally and its master’s in business analytics program ranked second—leaders credit strong enrollment growth and new program initiatives.

Stillwater Regional Airport was named Airport of the Year—Director Kellie Reed was named Manager of the Year by the Oklahoma Airport Operators Association after an official announcement on April 1.

Oklahoma State University confirmed that the federal government revoked the visas of eight international students.

International Student Services checks visa records regularly to notify students of any changes.

The Boys From Oklahoma

3 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. — ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center — Free entry — Kick off your Stilly nights with food, drinks, and a free beer for alumni members before the concert.

Pasture Party at The Twelves

April 11-12 — The Twelves Agritourism and event center — $150 per camping spot — Enjoy a weekend of music and camping with an exciting lineup before the 'Boys of Oklahoma' concert.

Mean Girls Performance

7:30 p.m. — McKnight Center for the Performing Arts — Affordable tickets available — Witness the excitement of Mean Girls live in Stillwater.

OSU Horticulture Club Plant Sale

8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Greenhouse Learning Center — Free entry — Support the OSU Horticulture Club and discover a variety of spring plants grown by club members.

Southall Performing Live at the Tumbleweed

9:30 p.m. — Tumbleweed Dancehall & Concert Venue — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with Southall, featuring VIP upgrades.

Herb and Succulent Festival at OSU Botanic Garden

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University — Free entry — Stroll through vibrant flowers and select your own succulents and herbs from the greenhouse.

Kaleidoscope Festival

Enjoy a day filled with live performances — 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Stonecloud Stillwater Patio & Taproom — Free entry — Celebrate Child Abuse Prevention Month with music, food, and community spirit.

Calf Fry Festival 2025

April 25-27 — Downtown Stillwater — Various prices — Celebrate country music, unique culinary delights, and cowboy culture in a vibrant community festival.

Trisha Yearwood Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — McKnight Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket sales begin February 21 — Experience an intimate evening with Trisha Yearwood as she performs her new album alongside classic hits.